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Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
Maximum points gained from Wild double-header
THE ladies played two games in the Wild League this past week.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
FAT'S THE WAY TO DO IT...
Chunky shapes and sculptural seating is all the rage, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Ex-employer is proud to support devoted gardener
THE heartwarming story of pension-er Pete Dalgarno’s devotion to his wife Pat, 77, a resident at St Cecilia specialist dementia care home in Shepton Mallet, continues to touch hearts.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
CONTROVERSY ROCKS GLASTO
Festival overshadowed by outcry over 'hateful chanting' as police launch an investigation: see pages 3, 7, 8 and 9
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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 goal less draws.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Second reservoir 'will help satisfy thirst for fresh sources of water'
A SECOND Cheddar reservoir will play a vital role in ensuring England has all the water it needs over the coming decades, the Environment Agency (EA) has stated.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Creation of new travel links hit a bump in the road
EFFORTS to deliver new walking and cycling links across Somerset have hit a bump in the road due to changes in akey grant funding organisation.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
New report ‘lays bare the widespread and systematic nature of hunting law breaches’
SOMERSET has been named the second worst county in England and Wales for the illegal persecution of foxes, as a new report lays bare the extent of unlawful hunting across the countryside.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
Air travellers 'fly in face of Glasto spirit'
GLASTONBURY is known for being one of the world's greenest festivals, striving to be sustainable in every way it can.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
A train ticket to Ryder with star’s surprise performance
Festivalgoers on their way to Glastonbury, who took the 12.35pm from London's Paddington on Thursday, June 26, were treated to a truly unexpected secret act - a surprise takeover and live acoustic set from none other than critically acclaimed artist Sam Ryder (pictured right) who was on board a Glastonbury train service, making his way to the festival ahead of his weekend performance, guitar in hand!
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
'Heartening that school inspectors recognise the strong start we give'
CHURCHILL Academy & Sixth Form, a secondary school and sixth form located in Churchill, North Somerset, has been rated as Good in all areas of its latest Ofsted Inspection.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Forgettable match ends in predictable stalemate
WARWICKSHIRE and Somerset harvested the predictable Rothesay County Championship draw as a forgettable match finally petered out on the final day at Edgbaston last week.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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.
3 min |
July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Does loyalty pay off when it comes to store cards?
YOUR CONSUMER RIGHTS CHAMPION
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
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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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
A wild weekend of music and cider
Outcider Festival returns to Fernhill Farm near Cheddar on July 31st - August 3rd, for another wild weekend of original music and real cider!
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
Castore to produce kit
ENGLAND Rugby and Castore have announced a new long-term partnership that will see Castore become the official Technical Kit Partner to England Rugby.
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
Rhodes and Xanh selected for England Ladies' team
GOLF ROUND-UP
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July 03, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
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
Central Somerset Gazette
'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
Central Somerset Gazette
Bright performance not enough to break duck
Butleigh produce a competitive display but were still unable to catch rivals in thrilling chase - see page 38
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June 26, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
How to deal with your late loved one's debt
EXPERTS SHARE THE BEST WAYS TO HANDLE THEIR ESTATE. BY LARA OWEN
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June 26, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
'A mixed bag of sunshine and rain' for the crowds
Glastonbury-goers can expect a mixed bag of sunshine and rain, forecasters have said.
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June 26, 2025
Central Somerset Gazette
You're at a place I wish I could be, Tor visitors hear
WALKERS who made it up to the peak of a sun-drenched Glastonbury Tor last week said they were profoundly moved after listening to the story of a woman, Charlotte, who is no longer able to experience the mystical quality and remarkable views from her favourite place because of her life-limiting illness.
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