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Osteo and Physio Taunton opens brand-new world-class facility
SO many of us are in pain and suffer with limited mobility which really affects our lives. It stops us from doing the things we love and has a huge impact on our mood and overall lifestyle.
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Police identify men in connection with Taunton assault on elderly woman
Police are thanking the public after identifying the men they wish to speak to in connection with their investigation into a Taunton assault on an elderly woman.
Allerford Inn, near Taunton, officially opens brand-new outside play park
A Somerset pub near Tauntonhas officially opened a brand-new play park to its garden today (Friday, March 21).
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LOOKING BACK: Homebase in Taunton gets its closure confirmed
Nearly 10 years to the date, it was confirmed that Homebase would be shutting up shop in Taunton, with staff promised new jobs by the business.
Taunton public notice round-up, March 14-20, 2025
A number of public notices have been announced in Taunton recently.
The best and worst rated McDonald’s in Taunton
A list of the best and worst McDonald's in Taunton, according to Google reviews.
Plans approved for 66-bed care home on Taunton housing development
The currently vacant grassland plot, west of Killams Lane and Cutliffe Road, forms part of the recently built Killams Park housing development and will become a local community care facility, capable of providing general and dementia care.
New food establishment to open in Taunton soon
A new sandwich shop will be opening in Taunton over summer and will be replacing Boba Corner.
Taunton Festival of the Arts awards young musical talent
The festival's competitions, which run throughout Spring, include Taunton Young Singer, Young Musical Theatre Singer, Junior Young Singer, Taunton Junior Young Musician, and Young Musician.
Three rugby stars at Taunton School selected for international camps
This presents a significant opportunity for the students to impress and potentially secure spots on the main England and Scotland men's teams.
Interview: Meet the Taunton Timpson deputy manager heading for Turkey
He will cut his last keys and re-heel shoes for the last time next Thursday (March 27) after 22 years in the job.
Sunshine, cloud, and light showers expected for Taunton this weekend
The Met Office has forecast a mix of sunshine, cloud, and light showers for Taunton over the coming days.
Taunton retirement lodge celebrates National Pie Week
The event took place in the owners' lounge and featured a selection of sweet and savoury pies from Wallace's Farm in Hemyock.
Elderly woman left with fractured ribs and bruising after Taunton assault
Police are currently investigating an assault in Taunton that left a woman in her 70s with fractured ribs and bruising after being pushed off her mobility scooter.
Roadworks set to take place on East Reach in Taunton
Traffic may be disrupted on a road in Taunton as works are carried out on behalf of Somerset Council.
Taunton Library to close for two days in April
Taunton Library in Paul Street will be closed for two days next month while Somerset Council carries out important upgrades.
Taunton could be 'hotter' than Barcelona and Athens tomorrow
Weather in Taunton is set to be the hottest it has been all year tomorrow with the sun set to shine all day long.
Kevin McDonald wins Stableford at Taunton & Pickeridge
Kevin McDonald with 37 points was the winner in the top division of the Stableford competition at Taunton and Pickeridge Golf Club on Saturday.
Prue Leith opens state-of-the-art teaching kitchen at Queen's College
The new facility, located inside the school's Hodgson Building, was officially opened by Dame Prue who cut the ribbon on Tuesday, March 18. The kitchen is partnered with Leiths Education of London, and the University of Roehampton in London, helping to boost culinary education in the South West.
COLUMN: Cheltenham Festival rarely disappoints and 2025 was no exception
The Cheltenham Festival seldom disappoints and last week at Prestbury Park was a case in point.