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Home visits to start in Taunton as part of major inspection programme
National Grid Electricity Distribution launches home visits in Taunton for cut-out safety inspections, covering South West, Midlands and South Wales properties.
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Letter: It is unbelievable that the Cattle Market site remains empty
Taunton’s old Cattle Market site on Priory Bridge Road remains undeveloped, sparking calls for new housing instead of building on local farmland.
Taunton town centre road closed for five days in preparation for new restaurant
A road in Taunton town centre will be closed for five days to all traffic to allow urgent works to take place in preparation for a new restaurant opening.
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CCTV appeal after man punched in the face in Taunton
Avon and Somerset Police have issued an image of a man that they would like to speak to in connection with enquiries into an assault in Taunton.
Three-bed bungalow with swimming pool for sale near Taunton for £675k
Spacious three-bedroom bungalow in Trull, Somerset for sale at £675k. Features swimming pool, modern kitchen, master suite, double garage and private gardens.
Phil Hill: Why I was shaken up by bad behaviour from young people
Cyclists riding on pavements in Clifton Terrace, Taunton, intimidate pedestrians, sparking concerns over road safety, youth behaviour and Highway Code breaches.
Met Office issues weekend weather forecast for Taunton
Met Office Taunton weather forecast: Changeable conditions with rain, showers, sunny intervals and mild temperatures 8-10°C from 15-19 January.
Notorious Taunton bridge claims another victim as lorry becomes stuck
A lorry became stuck under a bridge in Taunton near the station, which is notorious for claiming the roofs of several double-decker buses over the years.
RECAP: Full road closure and emergency service response after crash on A358
An earlier crash has resulted in the full closure of the A358 near Bishop Lydeard leading to delays and disruption as emergency services respond.
Potential buyer of former Debenhams building reveals plan for its future
The potential buyer of the former Debenhams building unexpectedly shared their plans for the site at a community meeting in Taunton last night (January 13).
Plan to transform Taunton tanning salon into Caribbean and African food store
Permission has been sought from the Somerset Council to transform a property on Station Road, Taunton into a Caribbean and African food store.
New signing Josh dreams of two trophies in Somerset colours
Somerset’s new bowler, Josh Shaw, who signed from Gloucestershire at the end of last season, has set his sights on helping his new club to win two trophies this summer.
Racing through January with plans for packed weekend at Taunton
Racing comes thick and fast at Taunton in January and they were one of the lucky tracks to survive the recent ‘mini freeze’ and race last week.
New Taunton homes set to be built near train station
New homes are set to be built on a plot of land near Taunton train station after confirmation of approval.
Somerset issued new 15-hour yellow weather warning for rain
The whole of Somerset is set to be battered by a new yellow weather warning lasting nearly all day, according to the Met Office.
Farmer's legacy offers cricket chances to Somerset's next generation
Somerset CCC receives £100k from Brian Foxwell's legacy to fund cricket coaching for state school pupils via the new Brian and Julie Foxwell Trust.
Ben Seymour commits future to Taunton Town
Ben Seymour has signed an 18-month deal with Taunton Town
Seven Somerset pubs that changed hands last year
A cosy fire, real ales, and endless laughs. A pub is a British staple that has been around for centuries. Here are seven that changed hands in 2025.
The Crown and Sceptre pub looks for new landlord
Work is being carried out at a vacant Taunton pub looking for a new landlord.
Pub in Taunton to hold free first aid courses from February
Members of the public have already been signing up for a free community first aid course in a Taunton pub.