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Thrilling win in extra time
A nerveless finish from player of the match Charlotte Watts sealed a dramatic extra-time victory for Team Bath Netball in Bristol after another NXT Gen League thriller against London Mavericks.
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May 01, 2025
Frome Standard
Biggest victory of the season
Team Bath Netball began the second half of the inaugural NXT Gen League season on a winning note as they recorded a 59-44 away victory over Severn rivals Cardiff Dragons on Easter Saturday.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
'Miracle' trio of baby badgers in safe hands
Three orphaned badger cubs are safe and receiving expert care after being found alone by a roadside in Somerset.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
CALIFORNIA SCHEMING...
With vivid colours and big impact, Californian lilac is a dream in spring
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April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Coleford stung late on in dramatic final
Coleford Athletic were seconds away from lifting the Mid Somerset League Paulton Hospital Cup, only to concede a late equaliser and ultimately lose the final on penalties.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Diners to be able to stay night at Osip
Michelin-starred Osip in Somerset will be opening four rooms above its restaurant from June.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Morph creator's gift for wildlife
One of the creators of Wallace & Gromit and Morph has been putting his fortune to good use by helping to buy a farm that will be transformed into a hub for nature.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Parish chair cuts ribbon on revamped village play area
Nunney celebrated a significant community achievement with the opening of a revamped play area.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Break from the norm and join the Lunch Bunch
Frome’s pop-up social dining experience, Lunch Bunch, is back - and this time, it's part of the weekly market.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Ukraine photo exhibition shows Russia's trail of destruction
A photographic exhibition that highlights the devastating impact of the ongoing war in Ukraine after the Russian invasion in February 2022 is due to open this weekend.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Iconic Flying Scotsman heads West for summer
The world-famous Flying Scotsman train is coming to Somerset this summer.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Relegated Robins end campaign on a high
Frome Town's brave relegation battle came to an end at the weekend after they conceded a late winner against play-off chasing Dorchester Town on Friday, before results elsewhere on Saturday confirmed their drop back into Division One South of the Southern League after one season in Premier Division South.
4 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Trio head out on loan to gain opportunities
Somerset Women’s Olivia Barnes, Jess Hazell and Erin Vukusic will each spend time on loan, dual-registered with other counties over the coming weeks.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Chili hit six of the best again as mouth-watering title decider looms
Chilcompton Sports continued their push for the Somerset League Premier Division title with another six of the best in a 6-2 win at home to Clevedon United on Saturday.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Giraffes on high to be back outside
The warm April weather means Longleat's tower of giraffes has returned to the East African Reserve in the Wiltshire Safari Park
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Chief defends investigative work of force
Avon & Somerset's top police officer has defended her force following criticism from government inspectors over how it investigates crime.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
How plants in alleyways can be path to a happier community
A 29-year-old is on a mission to transform the UK’s alleyways into “miniature wildlife corridors” after realising the “grey and drab” lanes were negatively impacting her mental health.
4 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Natural answers to climate change
People in Frome will gather at Frome Town Hall to discuss how climate change is affecting our lives and what we should do to ensure we can keep thriving in the face of a changing world.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Cross-country adventure an 'old school' test
A bold new endurance challenge called Wolf Pack is set to bring teams of adventurers into the heart of Somerset this June, as they complete a two-day, cross-country race finishing at the iconic Glastonbury Tor.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Town council seals deal to take over green spaces
Frome residents will have closer control over their local green spaces from the summer under the latest 'devolution deal' to be struck with Somerset Council.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Countback needed in fine scoring event
The Weekend Stableford at Mendip Golf Club saw 101 men take part, with some fine scoring on show.
3 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Dickson unbeaten in latest stalemate
Somerset batter Sean Dickson scored an unbeaten 77 as his side drew with Hampshire in the Rothesay County Championship.
2 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Paulton edge Easter derby with Welton
Goals from George Fowler and Corey Rawlings were enough to take the points on derby day as Paulton Rovers edged past hosts Welton Rovers in their final games of the season.
7 min |
April 24, 2025
Frome Standard
Man United among clubs paying tribute to 'Joey T'
Premier League giants Manchester United are among the clubs who have paid tribute to Somerset-born footballer Joe Thompson, who has died following a brave battle with cancer.
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