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The Somerset County Gazette, providinfg news and sport since 1836. Part of the Newsquest South-West. We're also on Facebook and X.
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A Somerset town could merge with its neighbour in the next couple years - read this story from Local Democracy Reporter @danielmumbyldr.bsky.social
Growing Somerset town may merge with its neighbour by 2027
A growing Somerset town could merge with its immediate neighbour by the next local elections if local residents back proposals.
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September 16, 2025 at 4:20 PM
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A beloved pub in Frome has re-opened
The Blue Boar reopens following a six-figure investment
A beloved and once-popular pub has reopened its doors after a significant six-figure investment.
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March 31, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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Free parking across Somerset could be scraped by Somerset Council
Free parking could be scrapped in Somerset council car parks
Free parking in Somerset’s towns could be scrapped along with the introduction of Sunday and overnight charging under proposals put forward by…
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February 18, 2025 at 4:50 PM
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Pub hosting music event to raise money for boy fighting cancer
Pub hosting Music Extravaganza to help raise money for boy battling cancer
A pub near Taunton is set to host a 'Music Extravaganza' weekend all in the hope of raising money for a young boy battling cancer.
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February 11, 2025 at 4:06 PM
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Firefighters said an abandoned caravan was on fire in #Taunton
Abandoned caravan ‘completely destroyed’ by fire in Taunton
An abandoned caravan was "completely destroyed" after catching fire in Taunton.
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January 29, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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M5 traffic being held with all lanes shut off at J25 (Taunton)
A car crash on the M5 northbound has closed lanes at Junction 25 (Taunton). Expect delays.
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January 26, 2025 at 10:34 AM
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Follow live as Taunton Town face Hungerford Town
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December 28, 2024 at 2:23 PM
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Two cars crash on major A road in Somerset
Two vehicles have been involved in a crash on the A362 at the Ammerdown crossroads. The road is currently closed.
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December 18, 2024 at 12:19 PM
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Storm Darragh has arrived in Somerset

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LIVE: Fallen trees and road closures as Storm Darragh hits Somerset
Storm Darragh's strong winds hit Somerset and the South West.
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December 7, 2024 at 9:49 AM
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Dunster has been ranked as Somerset's prettiest village.
Do you agree?
Ranked: Somerset village rated the prettiest of them all
Somerset is full of picturesque towns and villages but which is the prettiest village of them all?
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December 2, 2024 at 4:20 PM
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Introducing our reporter @mollykirk.bsky.social
Here is her latest story on MP @gideonamos.bsky.social voting against the assisted dying bill
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This 'could be dangerous': Taunton MP votes against Assisted Dying Bill
Gideon Amos, MP for Taunton and Wellington was the only Somerset MP to vote against the Assisted Dying Bill on Friday, November 29, 2024.
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November 29, 2024 at 4:57 PM
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Introducing our reporter @acm640.bsky.social
He is one of our reporters who writes stories for the Gazette
Here's is one of his stories, rounding up planning applications this week.
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November 29, 2024 at 4:27 PM
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Introducing our reporter @millyvincent.bsky.social
She is our chief reporter and assistant editor
Here is one of her stories. Go give her a follow for more news from around Somerset!
Christmas Market launches at Clarks Village from today
Clarks Village is set to showcase its Festive Market as two new stores join the outlet for the Christmas season.
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November 29, 2024 at 4:23 PM
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Introducing our reporter @harrymockridge.bsky.social
This is his latest story, on a car fire which took place in Taunton.
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Two people and a dog escape car blaze in Taunton
A fire has destroyed a car in Hankridge, Taunton today (November 29) nearly killing three, including a dog.
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November 29, 2024 at 4:11 PM