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Cornish community comes together to break cream tea world record

Nearly 2,500 people gathered at the Royal Cornwall Showground to help break the official record in aid of Cornwall Hospice.

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Cordon extended as police confirm 250kg American missile from World War Two found at Falmouth Docks

The total number of properties currently under evacuation stands at three

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Donald Trump lookalike mangelwurzel steals the show

Mangelwurzel growers were awarded prizes, including for "looking the most like Donald Trump".

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Plans unveiled to transform former Debenhams building in Taunton

Plans have been unveiled to transform Taunton’s former Debenhams building into flats and business premises

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Unique 1950s steam locomotive to visit Somerset railway

The No. 71000 Duke of Gloucester has parked up at a station on the West Somerset Railway ahead of a visit down to the South West

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Five-bed Grade II-listed house on market near Somerset town for £780,000

Grade II-listed thatched house for sale in Marston Magna near Yeovil, dating to around 1600, with five bedrooms, gardens and outbuildings. Guide price £780,000.

via Somerset County Gazette7h ago

Council-backed leisure centre discounts to end in Somerset on January 1

The passport to leisure scheme currently provides discount at leisure centres to more than 200 Somerset residents on low incomes or in full-time education

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Key Taunton route to shut for nearly three weeks from TODAY

Key route through Taunton town centre is set to be closed off after "a number of faults" were discovered following an investigation

via Bridgwater Mercury7h ago

New memorials reveal remarkable stories of two Bridgwater veterans

Volunteers uncovered the extraordinary stories of two servicemen buried in Wembdon Road Cemetery, and have erected memorials in their honour

via Somerset County Gazette7h ago

'Incident' on Somerset railway prompts safety improvements

Safety concerns at a crossing along the West Somerset Railway heritage line are being addressed following an "incident"

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Town's theatre may shut in 'devastating' blow

A 50-year-old theatre could be forced to close in October after "prolonged" challenging conditions.

via SomersetLive7h ago

Somerset needing favours from elsewhere to realise County Championship dream

"First and foremost, what we have to do is beat Surrey. We can’t control what happens up the road, but we need things to go our way for sure.”

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Bath Rugby hit with major injury blow ahead of the new PREM season

Bath Rugby's 53-5 pre-season friendly win over Glasgow Warriors has proved costly for Jamie Bhatti

via Somerset County Gazette7h ago

Somerset community left in shock by sudden death of girl, 14

A memorial garden is being created in memory of Harmonie-Blake Mullan, who died suddenly at her home last month

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Bristol Airport flights cancelled and delayed by air traffic control failure

Bristol Airport flights have been cancelled or delayed due to an air traffic control failure.

Some flights at Bristol Airport have been cancelled or delayed following an air traffic control failure. The incident marks another disruption caused by air traffic control issues at the airport.

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via Somerset Post8h ago

Seasiders secure fourth win in five outings over Wendron United at Broadclose Park

Second half goals from Woodland Hopcroft get the job done ahead of Saturday’s trip to St Mawgan

via SomersetLive8h ago

North Somerset relaxes its ban on walking more than six dogs

It will now only apply to commercial dog walkers

via Somerset Post8h ago

Cornwall's Voice: Noah Law lauds PM's commitment to, and affection for, the Duchy ahead of devolution

WHEN I backed our now PM upon his selection in Makerfield, I did so on one key condition: he would work with us to deliver a Cornish devolution deal that works for us.

via Somerset County Gazette8h ago

RECAP: Somerset border A-road reopens after overturned vehicle incident

A major A-road at the edge of Somerset has reopened after a crash earlier today, Sunday 20, that resulted in an overturned vehicle, with an air ambulance reported at the scene.

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Mobile phone row sees Somerset woman in court accused of assault

She denies the charges

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New dark comedy filmed in Somerset

The film 'Bad Apples' features a cider mill in Shepton Mallet.

via Somerset Post9h ago

Pritchard's quadruple helps Cornish Pirates to opening day victory

They saw off ambitious Doncaster with a seven-try success at the Mennaye Field

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Bath uni student nearly died as organs failed after paracetamol overdose

Riley Lubas took too much without realising

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Woman had to pay more than £100,000 to divorce controlling husband

She said his behaviour became so frightening that she feared he would kill her

via Somerset County Gazette11h ago

Former council leader slams enforcement delay at Somerset travellers' site

Councillor David Fothergill has criticised the significant backlog in enforcement cases - singing out issues with a travellers' site in his local area

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Somerset Council invests £5.3m to reduce SEND plan backlogs

Somerset Council committed £5.3m over two years to reduce education, health and care plan backlogs.

Somerset Council pledged in July to invest £5.3m over the next two years to address backlogs in education, health and care plans (EHCPs) for children with special educational needs and disabilities. The investment aims to deliver rapid improvement.

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Man banned from driving after 105mph M5 motorway speeding

James Raby has been banned from driving after speeding at 105mph on the M5 in Somerset.

Raby was caught driving at 105mph on the M5 motorway between Taunton and Burnham-on-Sea. He has been banned from the road as a result.

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90 officers deployed as rival protests return to Taunton town centre

Taunton protests on Saturday 19 saw 90 officers deployed in the town centre, as Avon and Somerset Police issue an update.

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Tributes paid to Taunton doctor who founded town's first A&E

Dr Chris Cutting, who died earlier this year, established the town’s first accident and emergency department

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Taunton Brewhouse to close in October unless new funding found

Taunton Brewhouse is set to close on October 31 unless new funding is found, despite Arts Council investment and Taunton council support

via Somerset Post11h ago

Chiefs dig deep to give Baxter perfect final test

Exeter edge out Cardiff to ensure welcome boost ahead of season opener against Gloucester

via Somerset Post12h ago

Saints put on five-star display to see off in-form Holsworthy

The Magpies failed to make the most of plenty of possession against their clinical hosts

via Somerset Post13h ago

Argyle up to third after latest victory on the road

Cleverley hails his team as they come from behind to secure 4-2 win at Blackpool

via SomersetLive13h ago

Major November law change for thousands of UK dog owners

A new law affecting thousands of owners across the UK will come into effect on November 1

via BBC Somerset13h ago

FA technical director wins Make a Difference Award

Eight awards were handed out to those who go above and beyond to help others across Somerset.

via SomersetLive14h ago

Traditional diet cuts blood sugar, cholesterol, liver fat and inflammation

It has been found to reduce the risks of heart disease and type 2 diabetes

via Somerset Post16h ago

Clarets endure tough afternoon at promotion hopefuls Penzance

The visitors were looking to continue their recent momentum at Penlee Park

via BBC Somerset16h ago

Everything you need to know about carnival season

Clubs spend all year making the carnival carts - here is your guide on where and when to see them.

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Martin Lewis warns against certain Christmas gifts

Martin Lewis recommends cash or bank transfers over certain Christmas gifts.

Money expert Martin Lewis has issued a Christmas warning about gift-giving. He suggests that giving cash or transferring money into someone's bank account may be a safer alternative to certain types of gifts.

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via SomersetLive17h ago

Former Somerset pub will be lost forever as new plan approved

It shut almost a year ago but has been deemed "not viable"