unitary authority area in Somerset, England (doesn't include Bath and North-East Somerset or North Somerset)
Withycombe Raleigh pupil wins road safety banner competition: New road safety banners designed by a pupil of Withycombe Raleigh Primary School have been put up ...
exmouthjournal.co.uk/news/24270596.withycombe-raleigh-pupil-wins-road-safety-banner-competition/
Oil market shrugs off Israeli strikes on Iran: Brent spikes above $90 before dropping close to three-week low as Tehran plays down attacks
ft.com/content/67a89fba-bda5-4fcc-bc7f-32f0d60a9557
Fuel 'mix-up' in Taunton and Weston petrol stations: Drivers who filled up at Taunton's Greenway Motors Texaco and Asda Locking Express in Weston-super-Mare have ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24259614.fuel-mix-up-taunton-weston-petrol-stations/
How many horses died at the Grand National 2024?: It comes following two deaths during Friday's Ladies Day events
bristolpost.co.uk/sport/number-horses-died-during-todays-9223465
Quick Glance: Why I Won't Be Watching the Grand National This Year
- I used to find the arguments of Grand National opponents outdated.
- Last year's event was chaotic and marked by accidents.
- There were many fatalities and criticisms leading to changes for the 2024 race.
- Despite the planned alterations, the author has lost interest in the race.
Man dies in head-on crash between BMW and Vauxhall Astra: The collision took place on the A361 in East Cranmore at around 6.40pm on Wednesday, April 17 ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/man-dies-head-crash-between-9232409
Disgraced police officer jailed for sharing images of corpse: Concerned family members told him to delete pictures and footage taken while with Avon and Somerset ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/disgraced-police-officer-jailed-after-9235502
Video shows boys dicing with death hanging off moving bus: The video shows the two teens clinging on as the FirstBus service pulls away and goes around the ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/shocking-footage-shows-boys-hanging-9221045
Two teenagers sentenced for mistreating animals at Montacute: Teenage boys who filmed themselves throwing a lamb down a stone staircase inside St Micheal's tower ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24266607.two-teenagers-sentenced-mistreating-animals-montacute/
Met Office issues yellow wind warning for Somerset and South West: A yellow warning for wind is currently in place in Somerset and the South West.
exmouthjournal.co.uk/news/24252644.met-office-issues-yellow-wind-warning-somerset-south-west/
Worker goes from flipping burgers to work at Hinkley Point C: Three apprentices have shared how they started to work on Hinkley Point C
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/hinkley-point-mcdonalds-workers-meet-9235894
Where is ITV Midsomer Murders filmed? 11 filming locations as series 23 starts: Midsomer Murders is back on our screens tonight with a brand news episode and the ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/showbiz-tv/itv-midsomer-murders-filmed-11-28987605
Met Office warns of powerful 55mph winds: Meteorologists say a new 'depression' has hit the country, bringing heavy showers and very strong winds - ...
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/met-office-warns-powerful-55mph-9224310
Waitrose targeted by gang of shoplifters: Police would like to identify and speak to the four people pictured
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/keynsham-waitrose-targeted-gang-shoplifters-9218977
Keeping theatre closed is cheaper than annual subsidy when open: A scaled-down £15m redevelopment has been put forward
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/keeping-octagon-theatre-closed-costs-9217045
New health centre plan for town north of Bristol scaled back: Thornbury Hospital closed in 2019 and has been left empty since then
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/new-health-centre-plan-town-9218878
Glastonbury Festival founder Michael Eavis knighted at Windsor Castle: Michael Eavis said he was 'surprised' to see the official letter about his knighthood.
itv.com/news/westcountry/2024-04-23/glastonbury-festival-founder-michael-eavis-to-be-knighted-at-windsor-castle
Abbeyfield Society shut down Wellington sheltered housing: Sheltered Housing is a type of accommodation for older people who are mainly retired and can live ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24275280.abbeyfield-society-shut-wellington-sheltered-housing/
ASOS fans can get hundreds of dresses for cheap in huge 90% off sale: Secret Sales has slashed prices of hundreds of clothing items in its latest sale - ...
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/secret-sales-80-sale-asos-29038213
Driver disqualified for using mobile phone while driving near Taunton: A driver who was seen using a mobile phone while driving on the M5 near Taunton.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24272704.driver-disqualified-using-mobile-phone-driving-near-taunton/
Fate of 1,400 new Taunton homes to be decided soon: Councillors have pushed back a decision three times
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/councillors-decide-fate-more-1400-9240195
Ivy House and The Old Vicarage in Wellington set to close: Two sheltered housing in Wellington are set to close.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24274592.ivy-house-old-vicarage-wellington-set-close/
Two Somerset hotels honoured in Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards: Winning the award was "a moment of joy" for staff
somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/two-somerset-hotels-honoured-years-9243543
Surrey pub with cosy atmosphere and 'best ever fries' crowned best in county: A 16th Century pub in Surrey is vying to be named the best in the South East.
getsurrey.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink-news/haslemere-pub-cosy-atmosphere-best-28964989
Former theatre could reopen following £5m funding boost: The Amulet theatre closed its doors in 2022
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/former-somerset-theatre-could-reopened-9243640
Wells arrest made after man seen with reported handgun: A man has been detained in Wells by specialist firearms officers after being seen with a reported ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24274152.wells-arrest-made-man-seen-reported-handgun/
M4 driver caught with cruise control set at 100mph : Police officers quipped he will be 'cruising off to court'
bristolpost.co.uk/news/local-news/m4-driver-caught-cruise-control-9238268
'Mary & George' Shows a Side of Nicholas Galitzine We've Never Seen Before: Although he might be known for his part in Bottoms or lead in Red, White & Royal Blue ...
collider.com/mary-and-george-nicholas-galitzine-acting/
Frome car without insurance seized by police: The car was seized on Christchurch Street West by officers carrying out enforcement patrols on Frome Bypass.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24273299.frome-car-without-insurance-seized-police/
Tidal barrier has not yet secured final government approval: The barrier is expected to cost £220m to deliver
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/bridgwater-tidal-barrier-still-hasnt-9240384
Glastonbury's Queen of Cups owner among women of the year: Glastonbury's Queen of Cups owner and chef has been named among the women of the year in the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24269861.glastonburys-queen-cups-owner-among-women-year/
Somerset Council to lose almost £5m after legacy investment in Yeovil: A Somerset Council property that cost almost £8m is now being marketed with a guide price ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24270788.somerset-council-lose-almost-5m-yeovil-property/
Taunton Town FC not renewing Rob Dray's contract for 2024/25: Dray was appointed to the role in 2018 and guided the Peacocks to Southern League glory before ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/sport/24270027.taunton-town-fc-not-renewing-rob-drays-contract-2024-25/
Derelict department store finally sells ahead of regeneration: The major regeneration project could finally get underway soon
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/derelict-department-store-tj-hughes-9238506
Somerset film Swede Caroline gala screening in Street: Somerset-based film Swede Caroline will be shown at a gala screening at Strode Theatre, in Street.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24269699.somerset-film-swede-caroline-gala-screening-street/
Aldi to stock new Strawberry Banana Prime from this weekend: Aldi is set to launch the new Strawberry Banana Prime Hydration in stores across the UK as part of ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24262385.aldi-stock-new-strawberry-banana-prime-weekend/
Man seriously injured in late night pub garden attack: The incident happened at the King’s Arms in Trowbridge just before midnight.
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/man-seriously-injured-late-night-9237959
A fossil jawbone found by a British girl and her father on a beach in Somerset, England belongs to a gigantic marine reptile from 202 million years ago that ... Show more www.reuters.com/science/gigantic-marine-reptiles-fossils-found-by-british-girl-father-2024-04-17/
Quick Glance: Huge marine reptile fossils discovered by British girl and father
- A fossil jawbone found by a British girl and her father on a beach in Somerset, England belongs to a gigantic marine reptile from the Triassic Period.
- Researchers estimated that the marine reptile, named Ichthyotitan severnensis, was between 22 and 26 meters long, making it one of the largest known marine reptiles.
- Ichthyotitan was part of a family of giant ichthyosaurs called Shastasauridae and survived until a global mass extinction event about 201 million years ago.
- The discovered bone fragment, the surangular, hints at the size and bite force of the animal, emphasizing the importance of each species in the delicate fabric of life.
Wells named UK's second best city according to science: Wells, Somerset, has been named the UK's second best city according to science.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24265083.wells-named-uks-second-best-city-according-science/
Wells Lidl demolition works get under way ahead of new store: Works to demolish a branch of Lidl in Wells, Somerset, are well under way.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24266215.wells-lidl-demolition-works-get-way-ahead-new-store/
Country pub described as 'cider heaven' secures two AA Rosettes: It's owned by Thatchers Cider and is said to be worth a detour by judges
bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/country-pub-near-bristol-known-9229153
Sophie's £2,500 Macmillan London Marathon goal in memory of beloved grandad: Sophie’s grandad was a true family man, a ‘real Cockney geezer’ who loved ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/sophies-2500-macmillan-london-marathon-9229026
Somerset: Weymouth Road to close for essential gas works: Weymouth Road in Somerset is set to close to facilitate essential roadworks
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24264991.somerset-weymouth-road-close-essential-gas-works/
M&S sandals shoppers say you don't need to break in as they're so comfy: M&S shoppers love the "comfortable and stylish" sandals and say they ...
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/ms-45-sandals-theres-no-29004784
Arcade customer injured when trying to stop thieves stealing cash : Police said the robbery took place in an arcade on Regent Street on Tuesday, March 12
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/kingswood-arcade-customer-injured-after-9234312
Easter play raises funds for Taunton Open Door homeless charity: A play has raised over £2,000 for a charity that offers support to homeless people in Taunton.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24256565.easter-play-raises-funds-taunton-open-door-homeless-charity/
Bus lane rollout paused after backlash: The council has faced calls to scrap the schemes
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/bus-lane-rollout-north-somerset-9232833
Shepton Mallet showground welcomes Duchess of Edinburgh: The Duchess of Edinburgh visited the Bath and West Showground in Somerset to take part in a farming and ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24261341.shepton-mallet-showground-welcomes-duchess-edinburgh/
Shoppers love 'very comfortable' zero gravity loungers: Reviewers have also said the Dunelm set of chairs are 'not too bulky', making them easy to ...
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/dunelm-zero-gravity-lounger-outdoors-28932561
When can I buy my train ticket to Glastonbury?: People travelling by train to the Glastonbury Festival are being urged to book their tickets well in advance
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24259688.can-buy-train-ticket-glastonbury/
Glastonbury 2024 tickets available in Clippers tea boxes: The answer to your Glastonbury Festival ticket problems just might be inside a pot of tea
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24258857.glastonbury-2024-tickets-available-clippers-tea-boxes/
'Urgent meeting' with Israeli arms company after protests: Protestors are calling on Somerset Council to immediately evict the Israeli arms company renting one ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/council-hold-urgent-meeting-israeli-9228597
Country pub described as 'cider heaven' secures two AA Rosettes: It's owned by Thatchers Cider and is said to be worth a detour by judges
bristolpost.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/country-pub-near-bristol-known-9229153
Pair 'trying to break into TK Maxx' caught by staff: The pair fled the scene
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/pair-trying-break-sherborne-tk-9230313
Somerset inn near Frome could be named UK's best pub 2024: The George Inn in Norton St Philip near Frome could be named the UK's best pub of 2024.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24257396.somerset-inn-near-frome-named-uks-best-pub-2024/
The Emporium Somerset to celebrate ninth birthday: Staff at the store will be celebrating the landmark anniversary.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24256701.emporium-somerset-celebrate-ninth-birthday/
Lib Dem Gideon Amos joins meeting to discuss Wellington’s issues: Access to GPs, new housing developments and details about the new Wellington station were the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24253834.lib-dem-gideon-amos-joins-meeting-discuss-wellingtons-issues/
Royal Mint rarest coins as 20p coins sell for more than £150: The 20p piece is a “mule” coin dating from 2008 and was minted without a date
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24249822.royal-mint-rarest-coins-20p-coins-sell-150/
Frome Bridge goes viral on social media after Facebook post: Frome Bridge has gone viral on social media after a Facebook post in public group Dull Men's Club.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24253610.frome-bridge-goes-viral-social-media-facebook-post/
£490K injury fraudster caught after Jeremy Kyle Show appearance: Patricia Rogers, 25, was awarded damages totalling almost £500,000 after claiming a crash left ...
walesonline.co.uk/news/uk-news/injury-fraudster-who-made-nearly-28971308
'Slimming' Marks and Spencer dress is 'so beautiful' shoppers say: M&S shoppers said the "very flattering" dress could be dressed up or down
walesonline.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/marks-spencer-shoppers-praise-beautiful-28968990
Quick Glance: Effortless, Versatile, and Stylish: The Best Everyday Dresses
- Dresses can be a challenge, but with the right selection, daily dressing becomes a breeze.
- From mini dresses to knitted styles - versatility is key.
- Neutral colors and minimalist silhouettes ensure easy styling.
- A range of high-street and designer dresses cater to every occasion.
Who are The Ayoub Sisters? Everything you need to know about the Glasgow duo who may play Glastonbury
scotsman.com/arts-and-culture/music/the-ayoub-sisters-glasgow-scotland-music-glastonbury-4588092
They deserve it! 💪🥳
Wells Crab House is in the running to be named 'Seafood Restaurant of the Year' at the English Restaurant Awards 2024
Full story: www.edp24.co.uk/news/24245762.wells-crab-house-english-restaurant-awards-2024-finalist/
We're excited to join Stir To Action as the media partner for their ABCs Festival Jul 10-11th at Ashton Court! 🎊
Join hundreds of people transforming their ... Show more www.stirtoaction.com/festival-ticket/abcs-festival-ticket-2024
Homecoming show for Taunton comedian Matt Chorley: A political comedian from Taunton is getting ready for his homecoming show.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24247117.homecoming-show-taunton-comedian-matt-chorley/
Mum says teen daughter was 'let down' after dying on psychiatric ward: Cariss Stone, 19, was found unresponsive with a ligature around her neck in August 2019 ...
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/mum-says-teen-daughter-let-9218101
Burst water main outside car dealership blocks busy A-road: There are delays heading southbound and a three-way traffic signal system is in place
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/live-a38-near-bridgwater-blocked-9219735
Removal of beloved footbridge delayed: The town council is looking at the options for its replacement
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/removal-beloved-taunton-footbridge-delayed-9219861
Plans submitted to turn Priddy's New Inn into holiday lets: The New Inn, in Priddy, currently lies vacant.
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24248596.plans-submitted-turn-priddys-new-inn-holiday-lets/
Residents object to modern drawbridge plan for Nunney Castle: Residents near Frome have objected to plans for a new modern drawbridge over the moat at Nunney ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24248445.residents-object-modern-drawbridge-plan-nunney-castle/
Suspects identified after empty bottles found behind Wincanton Inn: PC Stewart from the Wincanton and Somerset Neighbourhood Policing Team (NPT) checked out ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24247358.suspects-identified-empty-bottles-found-behind-wincanton-inn/
Gallery of high tides and strong winds across Somerset: As strong winds and high tides caused disruption in Somerset this week, take a look at our gallery of the ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24245856.gallery-high-tides-strong-winds-across-somerset/
'Incident' blocks railway lines between Bristol and Taunton: Both GWR and Cross Country have advised of several hours of disruption on the trains this evening
bristolpost.co.uk/news/bristol-news/live-train-updates-incident-blocks-9215414
New plants on the way for Weston’s floral clock: The clock was concreted over earlier in the year — a move which was quickly reversed after outcry
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/new-plants-need-less-watering-9216516
Town's vacant flagship store to go back up for auction: The building has stood empty in the centre of Weston-super-Mare for over a decade
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/towns-vacant-flagship-store-go-9216191
Bid to turn old bank hit by major fire into community hub: Suspected cannabis plants had been found growing in the closed bank building
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/bid-turn-old-bank-hit-9214646
Taunton FC awarded £3,750 towards cost of drainage works: Taunton Football Club have received £3,750 towards the cost of drainage works as part of the local ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24241992.taunton-fc-awarded-3-750-towards-cost-drainage-works/
Woman from Somerset to drive an ambulance to Ukraine: Harriet was also part of a convoy to Bosnia in the 90s.
somersetlive.co.uk/news/somerset-news/woman-somerset-drive-ambulance-ukraine-9214624
Woman who fought bus cuts now cuts ribbon to launch new bus: Two new buses are launching an area of Somerset hit by bus cuts under a new scheme
somersetlive.co.uk/news/local-news/woman-who-fought-bus-cuts-9214173
Taunton's Riverside House moves to new High Street premises: Formally nestled in Riverside Place, the store can now be found close to the entrance to Bath Place ...
somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24231434.tauntons-riverside-house-moves-new-high-street-premises/
I couldn’t imagine doing festivals without drinking. Pulling it off filled me with relief
theguardian.com/culture/2024/apr/08/festivals-without-drinking-
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