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Couple's heartache at baby pictures theft while child fights for life
A Yeovil couple are heartbroken after pictures of their gravely ill baby were burgled from their home. The raid happened when Shell Lawrence, 31, was taking an overnight break from a vigil beside her...
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A303 Dual It! Dualling will make journey miles better
Somerset Chamber of Commerce CEO Rupert Cox backs the Western Gazette's A303 Dual It! campaign... The Somerset Chamber of Commerce fully supports the Western Gazette with its campaign to finally finish...
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Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash near Yeovil
A motorcyclist was taken to hospital after he came off his bike near Yeovil this morning. The man was involved in a single vehicle road collision on the A359 between Mudford and Marston Magna at around...
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Drivers braced for icy conditions on roads as heavy rain is forecast
A spell of heavy rain is forecast to create icy and hazardous driving conditions in parts of Somerset tonight. The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for western parts of the county, in...
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Converted pub becomes first Afghan Heroes retreat for returning troops
Motherly love has helped create the first of a pioneering series of homes-from-home for troops returning from, and adjusting to, life after serving on the frontline. The West-based charity Afghan...
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Daryl Jacob ruled out of Christmas period after picking up 10-day ban at...
Daryl Jacob endured mixed fortunes at Wincanton as after partnering a winner he later picked up a 10-day suspension which will rule him out of the lucrative Christmas period. Grandioso (7-2) made the...
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Explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes all set for 'coldest journey' across Antarctic
Veteran explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes has spoken of the patriotic pride and a mischievous rumour that has driven him to attempt "the last great adventure" across the Antarctic during the polar winter....
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Manager Leigh Robinson has 'full support' of Taunton Town board
Taunton Town boss Leigh Robinson has the full backing of the Evo-Stik Southern League club's board. It follows speculation about his future after the 5-1 defeat at Wimborne in Division One South and...
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Bath Rugby duo Matt Banahan and Lee Mears lose appeals against suspension
Bath players Matt Banahan and Lee Mears yesterday saw their appeals against suspensions dismissed. Powerful back Banahan received a three-week ban this week after he was sent off for a dangerous tackle...
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Gary Gold faces tough selection choice in Bath Rugby second row
With five second-rows fighting fit and desperate to play, Dave Attwood says he would not like to be in head coach Gary Gold's shoes when it comes to team selections. After starting the season on the...
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Cheap alcohol crackdown may not hit Somerset cider
Traditional West Country cider could be exempt from a Government crackdown on cheap alcohol if it hits jobs in rural areas, a minister has conceded. Farmers in the cider heartlands of Devon and...
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Kind-hearted BVM reader saves family's Christmas after savings theft
CHRISTMAS has been saved for a woman who had a year's savings stolen at a festive sale in Wincanton. The mother of six, who lives in the town, was left distraught after her purse, which contained...
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Extensive police search after missing man Philip Eyre's car found near Somerton
Police were searching an area near Somerton last night after a missing man's car was found. Philip Eyre, 58, was last seen leaving his home in the town at around 5.30pm on Wednesday evening. He was...
View ArticleSt John's Primary School celebrates success!
St John's Primary School has become one of the first schools in the district to be awarded the Healthy Schools Certificate by NHS B&NES and Bath & North East Somerset Council – a major step...
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Villagers in Chew Stoke assured that work will be done to combat future floods
A village badly affected by last month's heavy rainfall will see flood defence work carried to prevent further tragedies. Around 50 people attended a meeting in Chew Stoke last night to find out what...
View ArticleMotorcyclist flown to Southampton General Hospital after road crash in Yeovil
A motorcyclist was rushed to hospital in Southampton after a road crash in Yeovil yesterday.He was flown by air ambulance to Southampton General Hospital after the Aprillia motorbike he was driving was...
View ArticleWincanton braced for Christmas Extravaganza
Tonight marks the start of Christmas celebrations in Wincanton.The Christmas Extravaganza will be held in the town from 5.30pm.After the mayor's reception in the town hall, Christmas carols will be...
View ArticleTown sex attack appeal
An investigation has been launched after a woman was sexually assaulted in Axbridge.The assault took place at around 5pm on Monday, December 3. The victim was assaulted at the back of Axbridge Court...
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Missing Somerton man: police search continues
Police are appealing for information to help find a 58-year-old Somerton man who has been missing for more than 24 hours.Philip Eyre was last seen by his family when he left his home at 5.30pm on...
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UPDATE: Police extend search area for missing Somerton man
Police have extended the search for missing Somerton man Philip Eyre, 58 and now believe he could be anywhere in the force area.Mr Eyre was last seen by his family when he left his home at 5.30pm on...
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