Somerset News
Lib Dem Dorset victory adds to prior Somerset and Devon wins
The Liberal Democrats' Dorset victory has added to prior Somerset and Devon wins in the West Country, says Ed Davey.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24301343.lib-dem-dorset-victory-add
Mon, 06 May 2024
Lando Norris reveals Donald Trump influence in F1 victory
Donald Trump told Lando Norris that he was his “lucky charm” following the British driver’s maiden victory at the Miami Grand Prix, writes Philip Duncan from PA.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24301696.lando-norris-reveals-donal
Mon, 06 May 2024
Leaving electrics on standby could cost £130, experts warn
Leaving a device plugged in and switched on at the mains will use electricity, even if the device itself isn’t in use
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302738.leaving-electrics-standby-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Dr Michael Mosley: Getting slim easily in time for summer
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed how to lose fat easily and believes it works especially well for the over-50s.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302745.dr-michael-mosley-getting-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Travel expert at WizzAir shares the best time of day to fly
This is the best time of day to fly if you're looking for a smoother airport journey, according to Head of Communications at WizzAir.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302753.travel-expert-wizzair-shar
Tue, 07 May 2024
DWP news: Trial in England to help long-term sick into work
The new service, launched by the DWP and the Department for Health and Social Care, will bring together medical assistance and advice on workplace support
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302784.dwp-news-trial-england-hel
Tue, 07 May 2024
Eurovision Song Contest 2024: How will voting work?
This year’s Eurovision Song Contest begins in Malmö, Sweden this week and this is how you can vote for your favourite act.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302802.eurovision-song-contest-20
Tue, 07 May 2024
Somerset homeowners to benefit from new heat pump scheme
Somerset homeowners are set to benefit from a new heat pump scheme.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302333.somerset-homeowners-benefi
Tue, 07 May 2024
Little Adventures Nurseries Group becomes UK Top 20 Rated Nursery Group
The group has branches in Cheddar, Taunton, Bridgwater, Weston, Worle, Dudley and Stirchley.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302369.little-adventures-nursery-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Lando Norris reflects on his first Grand Prix victory
“It’s been a long time coming,” said an emotional Lando Norris in the moments after he became only the fifth British driver this century to win a Formula One race, and the 21st in all.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302448.lando-norris-reflects-firs
Tue, 07 May 2024
Somerset RNLI crews help stranded woman & dogs near Watchet
Burnham RNLI along with Minehead RNLI and Milford Haven Coastguard helped a stranded woman and dogs near Watchet.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302583.burnham-rnli-helps-strande
Tue, 07 May 2024
Taunton man to cycle from London to Paris to help Cygnet Hospital
A Taunton man who helps inpatients at a mental health hospital to keep physically fit and active is undertaking the cycling challenge of a lifetime in an effort to raise £2,000 for his chosen charity.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302629.taunton-man-cycle-london-p
Tue, 07 May 2024
Somerset volunteers wanted to help Home Library Service
Somerset volunteers are wanted to help the vital Home Library Service to continue to thrive.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302684.somerset-volunteers-wanted
Tue, 07 May 2024
Glastonbury garage used for drugs turned into work of art
Over the weekend, police boarded up the premises before Glastonbury murals stepped up to the task of making it "look incredible."
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302740.glastonbury-garage-used-dr
Tue, 07 May 2024
20 new homes could be built in Oakhill near Shepton Mallet
More than 20 new homes could still be built in a small Somerset village if a second planning inquiry proves successful.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302807.20-new-homes-built-oakhill
Tue, 07 May 2024
Van driver faces jail after two die in A303 West Camel crash
A van driver is facing jail after admitting killing two people in a car crash on the A303, PA reporter Rod Minchin writes.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302916.van-driver-faces-jail-peop
Tue, 07 May 2024
More than £4.7m could be spent on new bus lanes in Taunton
More than £4.7m could be spent on delivering new bus lanes in Taunton town centre over the next 12 months using central government funding.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24302829.4-7m-spent-new-bus-lanes-t
Tue, 07 May 2024
Taunton road closures for May edition of eat:Festival
Several roads will be closed in Taunton as a food festival is set to take place this weekend.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303096.taunton-road-closures-may-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Clarks Village showcase independent traders on Somerset Day
Clarks Village is set to showcase local independent traders in an artisan market to celebrate Somerset Day.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303138.clarks-village-showcase-in
Tue, 07 May 2024
Barnaby Webber's mum calls Grace O'Malley-Kumar ‘our hero’
Emma Webber, mother of Barnaby, has called Grace O’Malley-Kumar “our hero” after she tried to save him in Nottingham.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303092.barnaby-webbers-mum-calls-
Tue, 07 May 2024
Man arrested in connection to Frome's Sunnybank Court fire
On Wednesday, March 13 at around 5.45am, an unknown man walked to the building on Sunnybank Court.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303449.man-arrested-connection-fr
Tue, 07 May 2024
Public inquiry over environmental impact of Hinkley Point C
The environmental impact of Hinkley Point C will be the subject of a new planning inquiry which could be held in the next 18 months.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303628.public-inquiry-environment
Tue, 07 May 2024
War veteran Mark Harding gives talk at Bridgwater & Taunton College
Year 1 A level students heard how last year Lance Corporal Mark Harding completed a walk of nearly 1,000 miles from John O’Groats to Land’s End on crutches to raise vital funds for bereaved military children’s charity, Scotty’s Little Soldiers.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303727.war-veteran-mark-harding-g
Tue, 07 May 2024
Ashley Cain spotted near Wells on nationwide charity run
A REALITY TV star and former professional footballer has been spotted running through Somerset as part of his efforts to complete a triathlon across the UK.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303796.ashley-cain-spotted-near-w
Tue, 07 May 2024
Eat the Bird in Taunton to feature on Come Dine With Me
Taunton restaurant Eat the Bird is set to feature on Come Dine With Me: The Professionals, next week.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303920.taunton-eat-bird-feature-c
Wed, 08 May 2024
How to enjoy Glastonbury Festival – with help from ChatGPT
IT'S now just 50 days until Glastonbury Festival returns to Worthy Farm.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24297075.enjoy-glastonbury-festival
Wed, 08 May 2024
Glastonbury Tor climbed by woman in wheelchair for charity
Former nurse Annie said: “I had the most amazing experience of being up there, which is an extraordinary, unique place.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24304100.glastonbury-tor-climbed-wo
Wed, 08 May 2024
Danesfield school launches first-ever Multi-Faith Festival
Danesfield school held its first-ever Multi-Faith Festival this week with jubilant singing and dancing.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303057.danesfield-school-launches
Wed, 08 May 2024
Rumwell Farm Shop wins eight Taste of the West Awards
Rumwell Farm Shop in Somerset - between Taunton and Wellington - has scooped eight Taste of the West Awards.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303737.rumwell-farm-shop-wins-eig
Wed, 08 May 2024
St John’s Church concerts in Taunton enter 14th year
The St John’s Church Lunchtime concerts in Taunton will soon start again.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24303772.st-johns-church-concerts-t
Wed, 08 May 2024
Wellington gym member frozen out for inappropriate behaviour
A Wellington Sports Centre member who claimed she was bullied by staff has had her membership frozen for inappropriate behaviour.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305117.wellington-gym-member-barr
Wed, 08 May 2024
Little Herons nursery to benefit from trust £100,000 investment
An education trust in Taunton invested £100,000 in a nursery.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305185.little-herons-nursery-bene
Wed, 08 May 2024
Glastonbury Queen of Cups wins Trencherman’s award
The chef and owner of a modern Middle-Eastern restaurant in Glastonbury that recently won an award said the event could be “the start of something even bigger”.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305226.glastonbury-queen-cups-win
Wed, 08 May 2024
Taunton to celebrate Somerset Day with Big Picnic Trail
Taunton is set to celebrate Somerset Day with The Big Picnic Trail to support charity and independent businesses.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305252.taunton-celebrate-somerset
Wed, 08 May 2024
Mind in Somerset joins forces with sports personalities
Mind in Somerset is running the campaign in aid of Mental Health Awareness Week, which runs from May 13 to May 19, which was established by the Mental Health Foundation.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305248.mind-somerset-joins-forces
Wed, 08 May 2024
A luxury alternative to Glastonbury Festival camping
Glastonbury Festival-goers with a taste for luxury can opt for a 'glamping' experience just outside the festival site
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305299.luxury-alternative-glaston
Wed, 08 May 2024
VE Day: Taunton emerges 'practically unscathed' from WW2
"Here in Taunton, we have so much to be thankful for; our fair town has come through practically unscathed -one stick of bombs only- and our people have not been hurt from air attack."
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305319.1945-year-taunton-emerged-
Wed, 08 May 2024
Taunton's Big Sleep Out to celebrate tenth anniversary
Taunton's Big Sleep Out is set to celebrate its tenth anniversary this year with an annual event in support of the homeless.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305386.tauntons-big-sleep-celebra
Wed, 08 May 2024
Taunton man Matthew Yarde jailed for ashtray stabbing
A violent ex-partner has been jailed for stabbing his former lover with a shard from a broken ashtray after she turned down his drunken offer of sex, court reporter Ted Davenport writes.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305459.taunton-man-jailed-ashtray
Wed, 08 May 2024
Somerset Council agrees devolution deal with Bridgwater Town Council
Somerset Council has transferred assets and services to Bridgwater Town Council in a devolution deal.
https://www.somersetcountygazette.co.uk/news/24305651.somerset-council-agree-dev
Wed, 08 May 2024