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Central Somerset Gazette
Former captain returns to help the new generation
BRIDGWATER United Women have announced the appointment of Ellie Barton as the club’s new safeguarding and wellbeing director.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Choice of routes on charity cycle ride
This year’s Wedmore 40/30 charity cycle event is set to take place on 31 August, with a range of routes for all cycling abilities.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Butleigh alone in search for season’s first success
BUTLEIGH’S difficult start to life back in the West of England Premier League has carried on as they are now the only side in the Somerset Division yet to taste victory.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
‘Late summer’ before decision over future of services is made
SOMERSET health bosses won't decide whether it is feasible to reopen key maternity services at Yeovil Hospital until at least the late-summer.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Cobden embracing all opportunities he is given
CHAMPION jockey Harry Cobden has been reflecting on his new alliance with Irish powerhouse Willie Mullins.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
WHERE THERE'S A WILL, THERE'S A WAY...
MAKING SURE YOUR WISHES ARE CARRIED OUT AFTER YOUR DEATH IS SIMPLE IF YOU FOLLOW THESE RULES.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
‘I’m fit, have a full head of hair and love making tunes’
Sir Rod Stewart has “so much more music\" he wants to make.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Music’s much-loved Face
KENNEY Jones has been the heart-beat of some of rock and roll’s most important bands, starting in the 1960s with soulful rockers Small Faces, before forming the Faces with Ronnie Lane, Ian McLagan, Sir Rod Stewart and Ronnie Wood, and later joining The Who following the death of Keith Moon.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Report praise for fire service’s 999 response but tragedy highlights the progress needed
PEOPLE who dial 999 and ask for the fire service in Devon and Somerset, receive a good response according to the Service's latest inspection report - but serious concerns remain.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Jailed for the murder of her 'kind and caring husband'
A WOMAN has been jailed for life with a minimum term of 15 years for fatally stabbing her loving husband in Baltonsborough, near Glastonbury, last year.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Blue & Gold up to second
TEAM Bath Netball moved up to second in the NXT Gen League table as they built on their victory over league leaders Loughborough Lightning by recording an excellent 61-52 away win at London Pulse.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Somerset continue their excellent form
REPORT BY PAUL EDWARDS ECB Reporters Network supported by Rothesay
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Turnell claims Salver but just misses overall victory
FORMER Millfield pupil Freddie Turnell finished second overall in the Brabazon Trophy, but claimed the George Henriques Salver by being the leading under-20 player from Great Britain & Ireland.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Proud moment as Norris secures Monaco success
LANDO Norris says he has realised a childhood dream and looks forward to his own kids telling everyone that their dad won the Monaco Grand Prix.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Follow in footsteps of mythical monarch
FOOT Trails, an award-winning self guided walking company located in Frome, has created King Arthur's Trail in South Somerset and ‘ Wild Coast and Wild Moor’ in North West Somerset using knowledge of local footpaths, villages, towns and historic sites.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Business is looking great for beauty salon owner
A BEAUTY salon in Street opened by a young entrepreneur last year is proving popular with local people.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
MP welcomes police action in the wake of anti-social incidents
LOCAL MP Sarah Dyke has welcomed increased police patrols in the light of recent anti-social incidents in Glastonbury.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Perfect start for Serpents
THE Bank Holiday weekend brought a break from South West & Wales Baseball League (SWWBL) action, however there was still plenty of baseball on show.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Hailed as one of the best places to work
SOMERSET-BASED childcare and leisure provider Family Adventures Group which runs Ocean Adventurers Indoor Play centre in Cheddar has been recognised as one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, in a prestigious annual survey celebrating outstanding workplace culture, employee wellbeing, and professional development.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Air guitars at the ready with Oasis tickets on offer in charity auction
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is celebrating its 25th anniversary with an unforgettable charity auction, offering fans a once in a lifetime chance to see Oasis live in Cardiff on July 5th, 2025.
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May 29, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Small city that's full of big laughs
WELLS Comedy Festival returns this weekend.
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Hall survives countback to secure low-scoring Callaghan Medal
GOLF ROUND-UP
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
It's either 10p entry fee or £1,000 fine for food truck
A POP-UP Thai food truck could face a £1,000 fine if you don’t pay 10p before walking up to it - thanks to a bizarre row with the local council.
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Cyclists add shine to charity's silver anniversary year
More than 250 cyclists from across Somerset took on a gruelling 55-mile challenge on Saturday, May 10, to support Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, marking the charity's 25th anniversary.
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Bird manages to show pace
FORMER Millfield pupil Sam Bird secured his first Formula E points in six rounds after an eighth-place finish in the second race of the Tokyo double-header at the weekend.
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Shapwick total overhauled by league’s pace-setters
SHAPWICK & Polden recovered from a dreadful start at home to early Somerset Division pace-setters North Perrott, only to eventually see their 243-9 overhauled by the ten-player visitors’ batting line-up.
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Serious concerns force a halt to Red Brick funding
NO further funds will be released to a regeneration project in Glastonbury.
2 min |
May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
THE ART OF ZEN
Transform your home into a tranquil haven by taking your inspiration from Japan, says REBECCA JONES
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
DJ's Glasto walk to raise awareness
KICKING off this June 4 ahead of the biggest music festival in the UK, DJ and producer Woody Cook (son of Fatboy Slim and Zoe Ball), alongside creative collective Truth Tribe, will embark on a 192-mile charity walk from Dover to Pilton, raising vital funds and awareness for grassroots music venues, environmental sustainability, and global humanitarian causes.
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May 22, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Another poor qualifying leads to recovery display
MAX Verstappen’s brilliant opening-corner move on Oscar Piastri fired him to victory at the Formula One Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.
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