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Taunton nursing home powers ahead with 315 solar panels
Lavender Court on Roman Road, which provides specialist nursing care, residential care, and dementia support for up to 85 people, is already benefiting from the installation of 315 solar panels on its roof, which cover an area of more than 600m².
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Primary school near Taunton named among best in UK by The Telegraph
A Somerset primary school near Taunton has been ranked as one of the best schools in the UK, according to the Telegraph.
Police are investigating the 'sudden unexpected death' of a woman in Taunton
Avon and Somerset Police are investigating the “sudden unexpected death” of a woman in Taunton.
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Preview - Taunton Town face Wimborne Town
Taunton Town are preparing for their Southern League Premier South contest with Wimborne Town
A look over an 'extraordinary' few days of top-class National Hunt Racing
It has been a truly extraordinary few days of racing, and there simply are not enough column inches to cover it all.
Taunton planning decisions, January 9-15, 2026
Here are the latest planning decisions made by Somerset Council in and around Taunton.
Charity quiz night in Somerset to raise funds for air ambulance service
Join the Rumwell Farm Shop Charity Quiz and Supper Evening on 30 January 2026, raising funds for Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.
Survey on public transport launched for Taunton and Wellington youths
Young people in Taunton and Wellington invited to share views on bus services in MP Gideon Amos’ survey, aiming to improve Somerset public transport.
Playgroup brings together children and residents at Taunton care home
Residents at The Manor Care Home in Taunton enjoyed an intergenerational playgroup with Debutots, promoting wellbeing and connection through music and games.
The coach with ambitions who sees the women's side moving forward
When Kieran Peters joined the Somerset coaching team in 2023, he was the first full-time member of the pathway staff to be specifically appointed to work with the Women and Girls Pathway.
2026 training dates announced for Taunton St Andrews
Planning for the 2026 season is well underway at Taunton St Andrews Cricket Club where the winter training dates for both the junior and senior sections have just been announced.
Emergency closure enforced on Somerset road
A road in the centre of a Somerset village near Taunton has been closed as part of an 'emergency closure'.
Fireworks ban discussed in parliament after Taunton incident
Taunton MP Gideon Amos has spoken in parliament to discuss a potential firework ban following an incident in Somerset's county town.
Future revealed for Christmas tree that stood in Taunton
A large Christmas tree that stood proudly in Taunton town centre has had its future revealed by the council.
Somerset trumpet player blazes a trail in New York City
An in-demand trumpet player from Taunton is off to New York to woo an audience on a Valentine’s tour.
School in Taunton praised for creating an inclusive environment
Staplegrove Church School praised in SIAMS report for its inclusive Christian ethos, strong wellbeing focus, and commitment to every pupil’s personal growth.
Former England batter joins Somerset on three-month cosultancy
Somerset County Cricket Club confirm Mark Stoneman joining on consultancy basis
East Street in Taunton closed as building works begin
Contractors have begun work at a premises in Taunton town centre
Taunton Town Council raises precept by 3.2% and parks fees by 5%
Taunton Town Council is increasing its share of your council tax bill demand by 3.2 percent in the year starting in April.
MP talks with Network Rail on improving 'perilous' crossing where teen died
Taunton MP, Gideon Amos, has held talks with Network Rail on improvements at a crossing where a local teenager tragically lost his life.