Taunton MP calls for update on Nottingham stabbing inquiry at PMQs
THE tragic death of Taunton student Barnaby Webber in Nottingham was raised during PMQs on Wednesday (April 2). MP Gideon…
Six people jailed for total of 60 years-plus over Somerset drugs ring
SIX people have been jailed over a multi-million-pound “industrial scale” drug operation in Somerset. The gang has been sentenced to…
Taunton theatre stalwart reunites with old friend, Prue Leith, after award honour
VAL Hammond – chair of Trustees at the Taunton Brewhouse theatre – has been presented with a prestigious…
Man, 43, arrested after sexual assault in Taunton
A 43-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested following a sexual assault in Taunton. The arrest comes after an incident at around…
WH Smith to disappear from Somerset high streets after shops sold
WH Smith is to disappear from Somerset high streets after the firm sold its shops for £76 million. Hobbycraft owner,…
Bridgwater & Taunton College unveils merger plan with Strode College
TWO major Somerset colleges have announced plans to merge in a further consolidation of further education in the county. Bridgwater…
Police respond to viral video showing officer urinating in Taunton garden
POLICE have responded after a video surfaced online appearing to show an officer relieving himself in a Taunton garden…
Vote for Somerset businesses in 2025 Muddy Stilettos Awards finals
A RAFT of independent Somerset lifestyle businesses have been unveiled on the shortlists for the 2025 Muddy Stilettos Awards. The…
Why Caroline, 61, is going “full GI Jane” in support of her friends
A 61-YEAR-OLD Taunton woman has pledged to shave her head in solidarity with two friends with medical conditions. Caroline Martin…
Hatchers staff urged to take part in 250th birthday celebrations
STAFF past and present are being urged to come forward to help celebrate a Taunton store’s 250th birthday. Workers…
