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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Somerset Council plans to expand autism base at Taunton school

Somerset Council has announced plans to increase the capacity of the autism base at Holway Park Community Primary School.

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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Somerset charity applies to run goods vehicle from Taunton HQ

Somerset Sight Limited has submitted the application to use its Northfield House headquarters as an operating centre for one goods vehicle.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

PICTURED: The best photos from the Castle School's Year 11 prom

Castle School had its Year 11 prom at Oake Manor Golf Club yesterday (Wednesday, June 25). Here are the best photos.

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Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

A-Road outside Taunton blocked both ways following crash

An A-road outside Taunton has been blocked both ways following a crash.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

New Taunton Food Warehouse giving away £1500 on opening day

A new Food Warehouse store in Taunton is giving away around £1500 to customers who line up on opening day.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

New development could surround village cricket ground

A small Somerset cricket club could end up entirely surrounded by houses under revised plans for a new development of 130 homes.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Quantock Brewery creates new limited-edition drink with WSR

An established Somerset brewery has teamed up with West Somerset Railway to create a limited-edition beverage.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Local MP criticises government welfare plans

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

INTERVIEW: How a family tragedy shaped Dawn's life

A family tragedy 50 years ago was to shape Dawn Booth’s life.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

New Taunton eatery gets off to 'great start' following official opening

A new eatery in Taunton has officially opened its doors this week and has received a positive response from the community.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

St Giles Animal Welfare: 'Two ex-racing greyhounds that will steal your heart'

If adopting a dog or cat, one of the things to consider is lifestyle; will your lifestyle suit the breed and temperament of the animal?

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Martin Straus column: What does being mayor of Taunton mean?

I have the luxury of being retired, but I certainly wouldn’t wish to discourage younger colleagues from taking on this important office.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

South West accountancy firm sees 25 per cent increase in new business

This comes with the opening of their new site in Yeovil to work with their pre-established locations in Taunton, Bristol, Weymouth and Weston-super-Mare.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Quiz and supper night to raise money for charity at Somerset farm shop

Rumwell Farm Shop will host its charity quiz and supper evening on Friday, July 4, in support of the Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Childhood tragedy shapes Slimming World champion

A family tragedy 50 years ago was to shape Dawn Booth’s life.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Mix of sunshine and cloud expected in Taunton over the weekend

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions, such as wearing sun cream and staying hydrated, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Two-vehicle collision in Taunton town centre causes disruption

Police closed Fore Street near Primark after 1.35pm today, Wednesday, June 25, after a two-vehicle collision.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton St Andrews are second best against Bridgwater

Taunton St Andrews came off second best when they travelled to the Parks play WEPL Premier One table toppers Bridgwater on Saturday afternoon.

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

Taunton Deane on the winning trail again at Shapwick & Polden

Taunton Deane faced Shapwick & Polden in West of England Premier match

Somerset County Gazette | Taunton

School in Taunton awarded world class status

Queen's College, Taunton, has been awarded High Performance Learning (HPL) World Class School Status.