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Thu, 5 May 2022 06:24:50 +0000
Driver fined £100 for eating his McDonald's in neighbouring Starbucks car park
It ended up being the most expensive takeaway he has ever had

Wed, 4 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Former showroom in Somerset could be turned into bustling pizzeria
Four local jobs could be created if permission is granted

Wed, 4 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000
West Country couple share agony after baby born 17 weeks early is fighting for life
An infection in the womb meant the mother and baby were "poisoning" each other

Wed, 4 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Popular Yeovil shop to rebrand as part of new ownership
It has been taken over by a new company

Wed, 4 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Schoolboy, 13, died after running on warehouse roof, inquest told
Jethro Middleton fell 40 feet onto the concrete floor below

Wed, 4 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Work on 198 new homes in Somerset town to begin by end of 2022
Approval for the new development was granted in February

Wed, 4 May 2022 23:00:00 +0000
Sir Paul McCartney fears his audience will desert him ahead of headlining Glastonbury 2022
The former Beatle has spoken about the challenges he faces choosing the songs for his tours

Wed, 4 May 2022 20:31:58 +0000
Four gardening rules that might land you in hot water with the police
We all love our gardens, but some green-fingered pursuits are illegal

Wed, 4 May 2022 20:18:07 +0000
All the Somerset roadworks that could affect your journeys this week
This list will help you plan your trips

Wed, 4 May 2022 17:16:42 +0000
Lockdowns were a 'direct cause' of cost of living crisis, Wetherspoon boss argues
Inflation can be traced back to the UK's strict Covid lockdowns, he says

Wed, 4 May 2022 16:43:39 +0000
"Mad" video shows "large" swarm of bees covering a car in Taunton
One social media commenter said the video made her cry

Wed, 4 May 2022 16:04:47 +0000
“We will be a very different club next season” - Bath Rugby set for more personnel changes
Bath Rugby were thrashed 64-0 by Gloucester on Saturday to leave coaches, players and fans shell shocked

Wed, 4 May 2022 14:57:12 +0000
Yeovil Town frustrated and fatigued as questions increase ahead of uncertain summer
BBC Radio Somerset commentator Sheridan Robins discusses events at Huish Park as a punishing National League schedule begins to bite

Wed, 4 May 2022 14:41:08 +0000
Film crews spotted in Somerset for new Christmas movie
Christmas at the Holly Day Inn is being filmed in several Somerset locations this May

Wed, 4 May 2022 14:25:06 +0000
Neil Parish: What is the Steward and Bailiff of the Manor of Northstead and how much do they earn?
The position allows MPs to resign

Wed, 4 May 2022 14:06:58 +0000
Tory MP Neil Parish officially resigns after admitting to watching porn in the Commons
Mr Parish has admitted to twice watching pornography in the Chamber

Wed, 4 May 2022 14:04:18 +0000
Thousands expected at Vivary Park in Taunton for Platinum Jubilee celebration
A free event complete with music and all manner of entertainment will be hosted

Wed, 4 May 2022 13:30:42 +0000
80 new homes and a takeaway could be built in Somerset village
Up to 20 local jobs could be created

Wed, 4 May 2022 12:51:12 +0000
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Manchester mayor Andy Burnham to appear on Left Field Stage as line-up announced
The Labour politician has been revealed on the line-up for the festival this summer

Wed, 4 May 2022 10:47:21 +0000
Off-duty emergency worker assaulted outside Crewkerne Lidl after beeping at pedestrian
Police have released an image of a man they would like to trace after the assault

Wed, 4 May 2022 10:28:39 +0000
Somerset set for summer heatwaves, Met Office UK weather forecast suggests
Met Office forecasters say temperatures in our region are likely to be above average and 'very warm'

Wed, 4 May 2022 09:43:38 +0000
Local elections 2022 in Somerset: where is my local polling station?
The elections will decide who governs Somerset for the next five years

Wed, 4 May 2022 09:15:58 +0000
Chaos at Bristol Airport as passengers slam long queues as a 'shambles'
Passengers have reportedly been stuck on some planes due to the lack of staff to attach stairs to the aircraft

Wed, 4 May 2022 07:47:16 +0000
M5 traffic live: Lanes reopen after multi-vehicle smash amid four-mile queues
Delays of up to 40 minutes are expected amid miles of tailbacks

Wed, 4 May 2022 06:03:35 +0000
UK weather: Somerset set to bask in hot temperatures as Azores plumes arrive
Parts of Scotland will however remain with Arctic winds



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