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Wall walk fundraiser braves the elements
A LONE walker has survived gales and driving rain to cross the entire length of Hadrian's Wall to raise hundreds for Mind in Somerset (MiS) and The South West Heritage Trust.
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July 10, 2025
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Ladies enjoy success in reduced game due to heat
City of Wells
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July 10, 2025
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WI branch closes after 107 years ‘but things move on'
THE one stall that no one misses attending is the tea tent with their huge selection of cakes, large and small, very sweet to not so.
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July 10, 2025
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Local grandmother's 'terror' arrest
A LOCAL grandmother was one of dozens of people to be arrested in Parliament Square in London for offences under the Terrorism Act on Saturday.
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July 10, 2025
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Get a sweat on at the lido
A series of Aquathlon events is taking place at Shepton Mallet Lido
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July 10, 2025
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Norris secures home win after Piastri pays penalty
AN emotional Lando Norris said he was in dreamland after winning the British Grand Prix for the first time.
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July 10, 2025
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Regional officer pleased with progression of Harriers' youngsters
Wells City Harriers' Monday junior group is proving very popular
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July 10, 2025
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Lib Dems' joy at 'resounding win' for councillor
THE Liberal Democrats have hailed a “resounding win” as they held their seat in a council by-election, while Reform pushed the Conservatives into third place.
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July 10, 2025
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Mendip trio help county secure regional success
AIMEE Sawyer, Ellen Reakes and Libby Dezis were all part of the Somerset County Team competing in the annual South West Counties event held at East Devon. They all contributed good points from their matches as Somerset enjoyed a fine win overall to progress through as South West Champions to compete in the National Finals.
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July 10, 2025
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Travellers’ sites could be part of new plan to stop illegal camps
NEW Gypsy and Travellers’ sites may be allocated within the new Somerset Local Plan in a bid to prevent further unauthorised encampments.
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July 10, 2025
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Get your hands on one of these decks
As the dust begins to settle after another vibrant, fun-filled, sunny Glastonbury Festival, people are resigning themselves to a long wait until the next one, due to take place in 2027.
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July 10, 2025
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Yet to win 007 role but star is poised to be the victor in new planning bid
A FRONT-runner to be the next James Bond looks set to win his latest planning battle - after previous proposals had been met with criticism.
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July 10, 2025
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Ladies continue to grow
CHEDDAR Ladies Walking Football Club took part in the latest Somerset FA Walking Football Festival on Sunday, ending with a great series of results which included a win over local rivals Winscombe, two very close defeats and a number of goalless draws.
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July 03, 2025
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Axe Vale Arts Centre stages an open day of activities
THE former Methodist Church in Axbridge - also known as a chapel - will reopen as an arts centre as the former place of worship is transformed into an arts centre, writes Harry Mottram.
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July 03, 2025
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Championship back on track after stylish victory
LANDO Norris emerged victorious in the McLaren showdown, securing a morale-boosting win in Austria that revitalises his world championship campaign. In a thrilling face-off with Oscar Piastri, Norris maintained his composure to clinch his third victory of the season, narrowing the title gap with his teammate from 22 points to 15.
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July 03, 2025
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MPs' hospital call as report reveals concerns over lack of qualified staff
SOMERSET MPs have urged the government not to overlook Yeovil Hospital’s plight in its new review of NHS maternity services.
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July 03, 2025
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Mulberry in a bid to raise £20m as struggles persist
LUXURY handbag maker Mulberry is in talks to raise £20m as it continues to struggle with a tough trading environment and widening losses.
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July 03, 2025
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Talented artists are pleased to put their work on show at cathedral
AN art exhibition by a group of talented amateur artists from Wells will take place in July at Wells Cathedral.
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July 03, 2025
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Green in Summer Series
WINSCOMBE player Lia Green has been selected as part of the England Under-20 Six Nations Summer Series squad.
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July 03, 2025
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Investigation after outrage at shows
A CRIMINAL investigation is under way after the performances of Bob Vylan and Kneecap at Glastonbury Festival, police have confirmed.
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July 03, 2025
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New season underway as first friendlies take place
PREPARATIONS for the 2025/26 campaign have gotten underway in earnest as Shepton Mallet and Cheddar both took to the field for the first time on Tuesday night.
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July 03, 2025
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'Give support to teammate'
LANDO Norris leads McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri before going on to win the Formula One Austrian Grand Prix
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July 03, 2025
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Brewers prove too strong
SOUTH West & Wales Baseball League action continued for Taunton Baseball Club on Sunday, with the Pistols travelling to Newton Abbot Brewers while the Muskets were due to host the New Forest Thunder.
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July 03, 2025
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Rhodes and Xanh selected for England Ladies' team
GOLF ROUND-UP
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July 03, 2025
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Get right next to nature
A. SERIES of spectacular nature reserves in the Somerset Levels can be more easily accessed without a car as part of a trial which runs until March 2026.
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July 03, 2025
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There's a 20th century art to playing mini-golf course
Clarks Village is set to host its first custom-built mini-golf course this summer.
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July 03, 2025
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Spot the Dolphin on your driveway
BYD DIVES INTO THE BUDGET ELECTRIC VEHICLE MARKET WITH QUALITY SURF FOR CITY TURF
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July 03, 2025
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Lammonby extends stay
SOMERSET all-rounder Tom Lammonby has pledged his future to the club.
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July 03, 2025
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County police 'are doing a lot of work' to encourage more women to report crimes
A “massive under-reporting” of crimes like domestic violence and rapes is hampering Avon and Somerset Police’s work to tackle the problem.
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July 03, 2025
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5 ways to stay on top of your subscriptions
Experts tell LARA OWEN how to stop paying for services you don't need
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