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Stuart Kent was filmed swerving across the M5 in Somerset. Pictures: Avon & Somerset Police

Drink-driver had cider bottles in van after swerving all over M5 in Somerset

A DRINK-DRIVER was pulled over on the M5 in Somerset – and found with empty cider bottles in his…

A new bus shelter has been installed in Rockwell Green, Wellington. Pictures: Wellington Town Council

New bus shelter installed near Wellington to help travellers

BUS users will soon be protected from the elements by a new shelter near Wellington. A new bus shelter has…

Taunton MP Gideon Amos does the honours at the expanded UKHO nursery, alongside chief executive Vanessa Blake

UKHO nursery expands to offer more childcare for Taunton families

WORKERS at a major Somerset employer can now enjoy expanded nursery facilities. The UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO) has officially opened…

Tarren wil lperform in February. Picture: Narnahue

Line-up for 2026 Folk Series of shows in Taunton revealed

A “CAREFULLY-CURATED” selection of folk artists are set to appear in Taunton as part of a new series of…

Andy Mitchell, from Taunton, has been hit with an unexpected council tax bill

Disabled Taunton man’s shock as council tax bill rises from zero to £1,100

TAUNTON man Andy Mitchell is heading to the High Court after he went from paying no council tax -…

The mayoral robes in Taunton are in need of repair and restoration

Tailors unite! Appeal for help to restore Taunton mayor’s robes

TAILORS of Somerset! Taunton Town Council (TTC) is in ‘need-le’ of support to keep the mayor looking their best. The…

Three cars were involved in the crash, at the Obridge/A359/A38 roundabout in Taunton. Picture: Google

Arrest after three-car crash at busy Taunton roundabout

A MAN was arrested after a three-car crash at a busy Taunton roundabout. The incident, at the Wickes roundabout, occurred…

Somerset schools closed or opening late due to bad weather of Storm Chandra: Full list

DOZENS of Somerset schools are delaying opening – or closed completely – as Storm Chandra continues to batter the…

Weather warnings have been in place for Somerset this morning. Picture: Met Office

Heavy rain from Storm Chandra causing problems on M5 and other Somerset roads

THE M5 is among many Somerset routes struggling due to flooding this morning after as Storm Chandra continues to…

MP Rachel Gilmour with owner of The Chapel at Cotford St Luke, main picture

MP visits closure-threatened Somerset pub after appeal for support

THE owner of a Somerset pub which called for community support as they faced the “very real risk”…