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Volunteers to take part in Taunton and Wellington clean-up
Join the Taunton to Wellington A38 community clean-up on Saturday, 28 February. Volunteers needed to tidy bus shelters and litter. Free First Bus provided.
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Somerset CCC captain gives views on upcoming season at members' lunch
Somerset CCC held their first 2026 members’ lunch at Taunton, featuring captain Lewis Gregory and club updates ahead of the new county cricket season.
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Taunton students recognised for achievement in top national challenge
Monkton Wood Academy students win 37 awards in the UK Mathematics Trust Intermediate Maths Challenge, with two pupils advancing to the Grey Kangaroo round.
Taunton roundabout to close for six nights from today
A major roundabout in Taunton that connects drivers to the M5, town centre and for office commutes will be closed for six nights starting this week.
'Green wedge' near Taunton saved as plans for 125 homes refused
Plans for 125 homes on part of a 'green wedge' which separates Taunton from the neighbouring village of Trull have been unanimously refused
Somerset Council to receive £30 million in exceptional financial support
Somerset Council will receive £30 million from the national government in the same month that a substantial council tax increase request was denied.
Primary school in Taunton welcomes students for film festival
Students at a primary school in Taunton took to the red carpet for an inaugural film festival.
New solar farm near Taunton could be operational by late-2027
Planning permission for the new Preston solar farm between Taunton and Wiveliscombe was granted by Somerset Council back in January 2024
First ever aerial fitness bungee studio and new soft play area to open in Taunton
A brand-new, first-of-its-kind soft play area and aerial studio in Taunton is set to open inside an existing business in March.
Somerset MP launches survey to uncover 'biggest concerns' for businesses
Liberal Democrat MP Gideon Amos launches Taunton & Wellington business survey, seeking SME views on costs, business rates, energy bills & government support.
High Sheriff details her year in office at Taunton meeting
High Sheriff Janet Montgomery shares insights on her historic role with Taunton Castle Probus Club, highlighting crime prevention and community support.
Letter: In praise of the lovely staff at Taunton's Coffee Cabin
Taunton Deane Crematorium’s Coffee Cabin staff praised for kindness and support, helping mourners during funerals. Local community appreciation letter.
South West slot racing club announce 2025 winners ahead of open day
East Devon Slot Racing Club announces 2025 championship winners from across Devon and Somerset. New members invited to Awliscombe Parish Hall, Honiton.
Diversions via M5 for 'vital' A road resurfacing work from Wellington to Taunton
Essential works on a major A road from Wellington to Taunton will start this week, with diversions put in place via the M5 at Junction 25.
Every road closure in place for Taunton half-marathon 2026
Roads in Taunton will be closed as the half-marathon comes to town this weekend.
Somerset County Cricket Club chairman steps down
Michael Barber has stepped down from his role as Chair of Somerset County Cricket Club with immediate effect.
New Taunton council houses completed on site of former pub
Taunton's newest council houses have been completed on the site of a former pub - and are all already occupied by local residents.
Man left with head injuries after M5 crash near Taunton
A man has been left with injuries following a collision on the M5 Motorway in Somerset, as confirmed by police.
Green light for former Taunton town centre bar to be turned into commercial units
A planning application to turn a bar into three commercial spaces at 61 High Street in Taunton has been approved by the Somerset Council.