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Former apprentice earns first management role with Taunton housebuilder
Miles Broughton, former apprentice at Taunton-based Summerfield Homes, is promoted to assistant site manager after training on South West housing developments.
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National Grid Taunton depot workers volunteer at hospice
National Grid Electricity Distribution staff volunteered at St Margaret’s Hospice as part of NGED’s community engagement initiative.
Archie Vaughan commits future to Somerset County Cricket Club
Archie Vaughan has extended his contract at Somerset County Cricket Club
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'Local hero' and events confirmed for Christmas in Taunton
Taunton's Christmas lights switch-on is set to go ahead with a "local hero" and all the events confirmed by the council.
Major Taunton housing development pushed back to Spring 2026
A major planning development, set to bring more than 1,000 homes to the Taunton area, has been pushed back once again.
Tributes paid to 'inspiring' and beloved former teacher in Taunton
Tributes have been paid to a beloved former teacher in Taunton who was described as “unique” and “inspiring” and always putting others before himself.
New bar set to open in Taunton championing local makers
A new bar championing local makers and Somerset craftsmanship is set to open in Taunton and has confirmed an opening date.
Muddy Stilettos reveals best 2025 Christmas markets and fairs in Somerset
Muddy Stilettos has listed the best Christmas markets and fairs in Somerset in 2025.
Major renewable energy network proposed for Taunton homes and businesses
Taunton could get a community-owned, 100 per cent renewable heat network, cutting carbon emissions, tackling fuel poverty and boosting local energy security.
Taunton schoolchildren visit interactive exhibition on Jesus
Year six pupils from Lyngford Park Primary School visited Oakwood Community Church for the Life Exhibition, an interactive children’s event on Jesus.
Insurance broker to host festive charity fundraiser in Taunton
Lloyd and Whyte Community Broking hosts a free charity fundraiser at Taunton's CICCIC on Nov 27, supporting Exeter Chiefs Foundation.
Electricity update for Taunton traders as Somerset Council's contract ends
Taunton traders have been provided clarity by the town council, with a Somerset Council electricity contract set to end near the start of 2026.
Somerset Council staff do not have 'trotters in the trough' over pay review
Somerset Council staff are receiving a pay review in a bid to boost recruitment and retention - which could add £14m to the council's budget
Child with diabetes takes on 400k step challenge for charity
A nine-year-old girl from near Taunton has raised almost £4,000 after being diagnosed with type one diabetes in February this year.
Construction work underway to repurpose former Taunton car dealership
Works to repurpose a large former car dealership in Taunton are now well and truly underway to make way for a new placeholder.
Crown Walk shoppers 'intimidated' by rough sleepers in walkway
Crown Walk, a shopping centre and popular cut-through for shoppers accessing Crescent Car Park from High Street, has become "frightening" for customers to walk through, shop owners claim, with "concerns over antisocial behaviour" in its entrance reported to neighbourhood police.
Column: Mayor of Taunton reflects on town's Remembrance contribution
Taunton marks Remembrance with poignant services, parades and the GWR Poppies to Paddington tribute, honouring veterans and community spirit.
Taunton veteran honoured in Parliament ahead of 100th birthday
Taunton RAF veteran William Spiller honoured in Parliament ahead of his 100th birthday during Remembrance Day speech by MP Gideon Amos.
Taunton Titans suffer tight defeat at Loughborough University
Loughborough Uni edged Taunton Titans 31–24 in a thrilling rugby clash on the artificial pitch, with Nick Mason scoring his 400th point for the Titans.
Met Office forecasts overcast weekend for Taunton
Taunton weather forecast: Sunny intervals on Thursday, heavy rain Friday, then overcast from Saturday to Monday. Highs of 16°C, lows down to 3°C.