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No plans to improve safety of M5 motorway in Somerset
National Highways has confirmed that there are currently no plans to improve safety on the M5 motorway in Somerset, despite a recent spate of incidents.
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Multiple Somerset businesses named Muddy Stilettos Awards finalists
Several Somerset businesses have been named Muddy Awards 2025 Finalists, with only one more round of voting left before the regional winners are announced.
One of the founders of the Taunton Brewhouse wins prestigious award
A woman in Taunton, who is one of the founding members of the Taunton Brewhouse, has been awarded the prestigious Civic Award.
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Charlie Dean excited to be part of new era for Women’s Cricket at Somerset
Somerset's Charlie Dean says she is excited to be part of a new era for women's cricket
Taunton care service rated 'good' after CQC inspection
Little Oaks Residential Care Home, on Bridgwater Road, was given an overall rating of "good", following an inspection between February 5 and 17.
Tom Rosenthal set to perform comedy show in Taunton
A Friday Night Dinner star, who is also known for appearing in ITV's Plebs, is confirmed to be coming to Taunton.
Cosy cottage tucked-away in the pretty village of Corfe
This cosy three-bedroom cottage is situated in a tucked-away position in the pretty village of Corfe, to the south of Taunton.
Taunton Town end winless run with victory over Swindon Supermarine
Taunton Town defeat Swindon Supermarine in Southern League Premier South
Taunton Town add two new faces on non-league deadline day
Taunton Town announce signings of Ben Courtier and Stan Anaebonam
LETTER: Time for the cattle market site to be developed?
A County Gazette reader believes the old cattle market in Taunton should be next to be devleoped
WATCH: Early stages of sewage work to unlock 1,600 homes is under way
Drone footage has emerged of a £2m upgrade scheme that will help to unlock more than 1,600 new homes in Somerset’s county town.
A fine modern home in the sought-after Maidenbrook area of Taunton
This modern three-storey detached residence occupies a position in the sought-after Maidenbrook area of Taunton.
Silk Mills park and ride re-opens after 'unauthorised encampment' moved on
SILK Mills Park and Ride is back open to the public on Saturday (March 29) after the removal of an 'unauthorised encampment.'
In the dock: Taunton man receives suspended sentence for possession of weapon
A TAUNTON man has been given a suspended prison sentence for possessing an offensive weapon in a private place.
Cat resembling 'Vicar of Dibley' turns 25 years old
Dibley, known as Dibs, will celebrate his birthday on April 1 with his favourite treats, "cheese and salmon skin" fed to him by devoted owners Caz Riley and her son, Rean Douglas, 20.
‘Reduction in complaints since taking cleaning of toilets in house', council says
Taunton Town Council said there has been a “notable reduction in complaints about cleanliness and poor maintenance” since the authority took over cleaning services.
All Somerset WHSmith high street stores to be rebranded
WH SMITH has confirmed that all high street stores will be rebranded in the coming months - including outlets in Somerset.
New electric buses introduced in Taunton and Wellington
New electric buses have been introduced in Taunton yesterday (Thursday, March 27).
COLUMN: 'Is your puppy leading you a merry dance?'
Jacqui Budd writes on behalf of St Giles Animal Welfare
Hestercombe enters ‘new chapter’ after ‘financial struggles’, as CEO responds
Hestercombe has faced “financial struggles”, leading to it changing staff’s contracts and making many internal decisions to ensure and protect its future.