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‘Frantic Friday’ and ‘Snarl-up Saturday’: RAC warns of Christmas traffic – and when to avoid it

MORE than 37 MILLION trips to see family and friends are planned to be taken on UK roads this…

Drowning Pool shot to fame on the back of hit single, Bodies. Picture: RoFra/Creative Commons

Nu-metal legends Drowning Pool and SNOT set for Somerset concert

TWO more iconic rock bands are set to grace the boards at the Cheese and Grain in Frome next…

T-Rex in the wild - on the Somerset Levels. Picture: Jenny Simpson/Coates English Willow

T-Rex spotted in the wild – on the Somerset Levels!

A TYRANNOSAURUS Rex has been spotted in the wilds of the Somerset Levels! But rest easy folks, Somerset has…

The incident unfolded near a Tesco Express in Frome Road, Bath. Picture: Google

Man in his 70s punched in the face during ‘altercation’ in Bath street

A MAN in his 70s was punched during an altercation on a Bath street. The incident unfolded at around 1.30pm…

Swimmers took to the cold Somerset waters at Vobster Quay, near Radstock, in aid of the DSAA

Swimmers brave chilly Somerset waters to raise money for air ambulance charity

DOZENS of open-water swimmers took to chilly Somerset waters this month to raise money for a worthwhile cause. A total…

The one-way system has caused concern among residents and business owners in Bridgwater

Controversial Bridgwater one-way system and parking changes to be reviewed

A CONTROVERSIAL one-way system in Bridgwater is to be reviewed. Somerset Council has agreed to take another look at the…

Arrest after man ‘seriously injured’ during altercation at Bridgwater pub

A MAN has been arrested after an alleged assault at a Bridgwater pub which left the victim with “serious…

Summerfield staff volunteered to wrap presents for the Christmas Sparkle campaign

Taunton developer helps provide presents for children this Christmas

TAUNTON-based developer Summerfield is once again supporting the Christmas Sparkle charity, helping to spread festive cheer to disadvantaged children…

Dozens of Somerset community groups boosted by festive grants

DOZENS of Somerset groups have been spreading warmth and cheer this Christmas thanks to grants from a dedicated pot. Throughout…

The new Ham Hill visitor centre and Limekiln cafe is open to visitors. Picture: Somerset Council

New visitor centre and café open at Somerset landmark, Ham Hill

A NEW visitor centre at Ham Hill – a landmark site throughout Somerset’s history – is now open. Set in…