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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Somerset cross-party appeal asks review of Winter Fuel Payment decision

THE leaders of all political groups in Somerset have written to the Prime Minister to express deep concerns about the recent decision to remove the Winter Fuel Allowance.

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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton Town discover their next FA Trophy opponents

Taunton Town face an away game against Gosport Borough in the FA Trophy

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Police launch appeal for witnesses after 'serious collision' on A38

Police have launched an appeal for witnesses who saw a crash that took place last week on the A38.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Councillor urges U-turn on 'ill-conceived' sale of Taunton car park

A Taunton councillor has called for a rethink on the proposed sale of a car park in the town

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton serviceman takes on epic Mount Everest climb for RAF charity

A Taunton serviceman has set off on a 80-mile trek to the Base Camp of Mount Everest to raise funds for the welfare charity.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Academy celebrates Duke of Edinburgh Award success

MONKTON Wood Academy has announced that 61 students have successfully completed their entire Bronze Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) Award.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

M5 vehicle crash halts traffic both ways near Taunton

A serious collision forced the M5 to temporarily close a stretch of the road near Taunton.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

RECAP: 'Serious crash' on M5 near Taunton closes two lanes

An incident on the M5 involving vehicles has partially blocked off two motorway lanes and traffic is queueing heavily near Junction 25.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

A charming bay-fronted Victorian property in the centre of Taunton

This Victorian townhouse is situated in a prime position in the centre of Taunton.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton Town advance in the FA Trophy after tight victory over Basingstoke Town

Taunton Town made it through to the first round of the FA Trophy after a 1-0 win over Basingstoke Town

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

An impressive 1930s detached house on a highly regarded street in Taunton

This 1930s detached house is situated on Whitmore Road, a highly regarded residential street located on the northern fringe of Taunton.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

When a son sold his father's birthday presents for £44,000 to buy a flat

Back in 2020, a Taunton man made the news after being able to buy a flat outright due to making money from selling gifts from his dad.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Car involved in 'high-impact' night crash in Taunton

A high-impact crash in Taunton has left a car's front right side seriously damaged at a late-night incident.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Recap - Taunton Town v Basingstoke in Isuzu FA Trophy

Taunton Town face Basingstoke in the third qualifying round of the FA Trophy

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

St Margaret’s Somerset Hospice achieves ‘outstanding’ care rating after inspection

This marks the second time that the hospice has received this recognition, with acknowledgement given to its exceptional care, compassionate staff, and commitment to patient safety and wellbeing.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

One in and one out for Taunton Town

Evander Grubb has left Taunton Town while Jack Matthews joins from Plymouth Argyle on loan

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

New appointments made at Taunton Town

Taunton Town have appointed hospitality manager, a safety officer and a fundraising coordinator

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Sheppy's Cider become front-of-shirt sponsor for Taunton Town

Sheppy's Cider is the front of shirt sponsor for Taunton Town this season

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton's Obridge Viaduct closes for two days

Resurfacing work on one of Taunton's busiest roads began this morning forcing it to close for two days.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Parkrun UK celebrates its 20th birthday - find your nearest course

Parkrun is celebrating its 20th birthday in the UK this weekend. Find your nearest course in Somerset here.