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Wells Cathedral begins charging entry fees as one visitor complains of being 'screamed at' by staff
The review read: "I do not appreciate being shouted at by aggressive door staff as I enter and exit the church"
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CCTV appeal after woman sexually assaulted in Bath
Bath
Police would like to identify the man in the CCTV footage after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bath
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New restaurant in Frome promises 'smiles, good vibes, and memorable meals'
Frome
The menu was developed with help by a Great British Menu and Michelin Star winner
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Shoplifting menace banned from Tesco, Asda and Co-op stores in Taunton
Crime
Daniel Westcott, 33, has been jailed for 18 weeks after pleading guilty to six counts of shoplifting
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Peter Andre says he'd consider Welsh name for baby daughter
Entertainment
Peter Andre and his wife still haven't found a name for their Taunton-born baby girl
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Racing driver and environmentalist from Somerset named on Sunday Times Young Power list
People
The pair have been celebrated for their achievements before age of 30
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Mum raising money to open cafe in memory of daughter, 16, who died of cancer
Weston-super-mare
Sarah Ruck is hoping to raise £20,000 in honour of her daughter
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Repairs planned for town hall's 'unsafe' clock tower
Weston-super-mare
'The proposed structural changes are required to ensure the clock mechanisms and working gear can be accessed by servicing and maintenance technicians in a safe environment'
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Man vows 'never to return to Bristol Airport' after being fined for three-point turn
Somerset News
Ian Simpson was driving a hire car at the time
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Former MEP's bid to be Avon and Somerset's first Labour PCC
Labour Party
Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner elections are on May 2
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Somerset Council apologises to Elbit following vote on arms firm's Bristol tenancy
Israel-Hamas war
The building is in the process of being sold off
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Merseyside derby
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Shoppers praise M&S floaty dress with puffy sleeves for being their 'favourite summer dress'
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The midi green dress has a flattering tie around the waist
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Expert on how to cut your water usage as bills start to surge
Cost Of Living
Water bills could go up by up to an eye-watering 70% over the next five years
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'I've been using the £12 moisturiser that's suddenly gone viral and it's worth every penny'
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Senior Content Creator Ellen has been using a £12 moisturiser that's gone viral on social media, here are her thoughts
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Prince William and Kate Middleton share 'unique' takeaway rule
UK & World News
The Prince and Princess of Wales enjoy a takeaway like many others but the rules for royals are different than those for many people
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Aldi has two new rules for £3.30 bags filled with £10 worth of food
Shopping
The supermarket has sold more than 500,000 of the bags since launch, and is now making it even easier to get them
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Spain, Italy, France & Greece Foreign Office advice to travellers
UK & World News
The Foreign Office regularly updates its guidance on what tourists need to know in advance of heading abroad
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UK cities where it is cheaper to live in a van than it is to pay rent
Cost Of Living
There are twenty cities across the UK where is it cheaper to live out of a van than it is to pay rent
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Flooded Somerset residents could claim up to £5,000 in government grants
Flooding
Wells MP James Heappey has welcomed the news
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Butlin's wants to buy one of Pontins' abandoned holiday resorts
Somerset News
Butlin's has contacted the owner of Pontins about buying one of the holiday camp operator's closed venues
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Working parents can claim up to £1,739 every month for childcare
UK & World News
The DWP offers support with childcare costs for parents who claim Universal Credit and are in work - here's everything you need to know about the benefit and how to claim
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DVSA gives 'important' reminder to drivers over little-known Highway Code rule
Motoring
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is reminding drivers of an "important" part of the Highway Code to keep in mind as the UK prepares for warmer weather
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Doctor explains unusual symptom that hay fever can cause
Health
With the weather getting warmer and the days getting lighter, many of us will be looking forward to spending more time outside. However, recent research shows that 1 in 4 (26%) adults in the UK suffer from hay fever and 49% will experience common symptoms such as sneezing, coughing and a blocked nose.
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News presenter 'receiving medical care' after taking ill on air
Celebs/TV
Viewers became concerned when ITV News presenter Rageh Omaar appeared to struggle with some words as he read the news
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Effortlessly stylish cream River Island jacket is a spring wardrobe essential for unpredictable weather
Shopping
The jacket is great to throw on on chillier days
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M&S fans praise summer sandals that are 'comfortable', 'stylish' and 'light on your feet'
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The sandals come in two different colours and are perfect for the summer, beach days and holidays
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M&S floaty white spring dress shoppers say is 'simply, dainty' and 'very flattering'
Shopping
The b roderiemidi dress has puffer sleeves
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I tested Shark, Lakeland and Russell Hobbs steam mops - the best is now £50 off
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Writer Narin Flanders compares three top spec steam mops and chooses her favourite features from each- one wins by far and a one off deal couldn't be more perfectly timed
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Hundreds of ASOS dresses now up to 90% cheaper in huge sale
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Secret Sales has slashed prices of hundreds of clothing items in its latest sale - including up to 90% off ASOS dresses
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Wowcher's 'luxurious' hanging egg chair now half price in sale
Shopping
Wowcher is offering shoppers the chance to get a hanging egg chair to brighten up their summer gardens for £109
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Sawmill industrial units among new Somerset planning applications
Development
Make sure you have your say
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Gross failings in care of 'beautiful' woman at hospital
NHS
Staff shortages were blamed in the inquest
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Appeal to locate missing teen Jayden
Somerset News
It is believed he may have travelled from Bristol to Taunton in Somerset
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Somerset
Somerset man becomes the Tower of London's newest 'Beefeater'
He will soon take up duties in the capital
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Beauty fans say Boots 'game changer' £20 serum helps 'firm' skin and 'feels high end'
Boots UK
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Argos' 'impressive' charcoal and gas barbecue has £15 off with this simple trick
Shopping
Barbecue season is here and if you're in the market for a new outdoor grill, Top Cashback is offering new customers £15 off two Argos barbecues
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Tourists could face 'visitor tax' when visiting West Country
UK & World News
The boss of Visit Cornwall has said he can "certainly envision" a future where visitors contribute a little extra, but he's adamant that Cornwall shouldn't be alone in this endeavour. He has suggested Devon, another tourist favourite, should follow suit
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Exact date UK will be hotter than Menorca as 24C heatwave predicted
UK & World News
The UK is set to be hotter than Menorca in the coming days as the mercury is set to soar past 20C, with new weather maps showing the exact date the heatwave will hit
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360,000 to lose DWP benefits under new rules published today
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Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride is expected to publish a green paper on Monday
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Why prices of bread, beer and biscuits will soar this year
Cost Of Living
The Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit has sounded an alert for consumers
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Stanley unveil 'sleek' water bottle and it's available in Molly-Mae Hague's stylish Quencher colour
Shopping Picks
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Second man dies amid bad batch of heroin circulating on streets sparking 'major incident'
Local News
Police have warned of an 'unusual batch of heroin' which has seen 10 people admitted to hospital
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Rishi Sunak gives update on general election in July
UK & World News
The Prime Minister has previously said the general election is likely to be in the second half of the year
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Somerset road to close after sinkhole hazard appears
Cheddar
It might take up to five days to repair the damage to the collapsing carriageway
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Sephora's 'must-have' retinol firming cream that 'smooths out problem laugh lines' in weeks now £18
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Laneige is a Korean beauty brand beloved by A-listers like Kate Moss and Sydney Sweeney and its 4.5 star wrinkle-busting retinol cream has had its price slashed to just £17
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'Icelandic storm' threatens to bring heavy snow to parts of UK
UK & World News
The UK could be in line for a major low-pressure system hitting over the next week, according to latest weather maps
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Holly Willoughby's 'lengthening' mascara that 'doesn't clump' only £8 on Amazon
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Holly Willoughby's glam squad says the £8 mascara helps 'lengthen' lashes for a classic look
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Wet wipes to be banned across the UK because of plastic
UK & World News
A survey found 20 wet wipes on every 100 metres of UK beach
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Clean Air Zone gives a bad first impression to visitors, says twice-fined driver
Local News
Motorist says there should be more publicity regarding the CAZ
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Pub's controversial sign goes viral as 75million see it on X
UK & World News
The pub landlord says he sticks by his rule
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Where could the new Higher Technical Qualification in Leadership and Management take you?
Education
Are you someone who dreams of pursuing a career in leadership and management? Come along to an open day and find out about Wiltshire College & University Centre's new HTQ courses
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Villagers march against racism suffered by families walking to school
Somerset
Residents in Meare stand up to hatred
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Shoppers stock up on teeth whitening solution that removes 'years of stains' in 3 for 2 offer
Shopping
The dentist-approved teeth whitening range includes a powder, strips, pen and serum with shoppers insisting it leaves them with sparkling smiles
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Doctor recommends skin cream to stop you getting wrinkles before they emerge
Shopping
Top UK dermatologist has hailed Korean brand COSRX's retinol cream as the 'best' anti-aging budget product
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Richard Hammond's DriveTribe coming to Haynes Motor Museum this summer
Things to do in Somerset
Expect classic cars and more
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Paris Saint-Germain Féminine vs Olympique Lyonnais: A High-Stakes UEFA Women's Champions League Showdown
Champions League
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Jacob Rees-Mogg chased off university campus by protesters
Jacob Rees-Mogg MP
The North East Somerset MP was escorted off the Cardiff University campus by security guards as protesters shouted at him and waved Palestinian flags
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Blackpool Tower performer falls to ground from 'Wheel of Death'
UK & World News
Horrified crowds were cleared from the show after one of the two acrobats plunged to the floor midway the dangerous stunt
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The changes set to be made to dangerous Miner's Arms Junction after years of serious and fatal crashes
Traffic & Travel
The upgrades will take several weeks to complete
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Exact date scorching heatwave will hit after April chill
UK & World News
The UK is set to see temperatures surpass 20C soon
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Pubs
CAMRA Good Beer Guide: Full list of Somerset pubs and breweries celebrated in the 2024 edition
Countless pubs and breweries across the county have been given a shoutout in the latest edition of the guide, which serves as a great source of inspiration for where to get your next pint.
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Avon and Somerset police phones lines down for non 999 calls
Somerset News
The force says it is currently unable to respond to non-emergency calls
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Vile child rapist jailed for 'abhorrent' historic crimes
Courts
“Both victims felt that nobody believed them at the time but I hope that this court result will bring them some form of closure."
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29 new low-cost homes completed in Bridgwater town centre
Bridgwater
Local families will be prioritised
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West Country police continue 'bad batch' heroin probe after one person dies
Local News
A total of eight people have been treated in hospital and a ninth has died
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Somerset News
Bath
CCTV appeal after woman sexually assaulted in Bath
Police would like to identify the man in the CCTV footage after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bath
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Somerset Council apologises to Elbit following vote on arms firm's Bristol tenancy
Israel-Hamas war
The building is in the process of being sold off
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Flooded Somerset residents could claim up to £5,000 in government grants
Flooding
Wells MP James Heappey has welcomed the news
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Racing driver and environmentalist from Somerset named on Sunday Times Young Power list
People
The pair have been celebrated for their achievements before age of 30
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Shoplifting menace banned from Tesco, Asda and Co-op stores in Taunton
Crime
Daniel Westcott, 33, has been jailed for 18 weeks after pleading guilty to six counts of shoplifting
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Bath Rugby
Bath Rugby
Bath Rugby player ratings from Saracens defeat - 'Finnless but not rudderless'
Bath Rugby were beaten 15-12 at home by Saracens on Friday night in Round 16 of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership
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Saracens edge Bath Rugby in gritty battle of the play-off contenders
Bath Rugby
Bath Rugby were beaten 15-12 at home by Saracens in Round 16 of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership
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How to watch Bath Rugby v Saracens live on TV and full team news as Cam Redpath returns from injury
Bath Rugby
Bath Rugby host Saracens on Friday night in Round 16 of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership
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Bath Rugby 12-15 Saracens LIVE reaction and highlights from the Recreation Ground
Bath Rugby
All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the Recreation Ground
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Bath Rugby beat Gloucester to the signing of rugby league star Regan Grace
Bath Rugby
Grace has signed a one year contract with the club with the option of a second
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UK & World News
UK & World News
Man faces 20-month wait on NHS to fix 'bowling ball' hernia that makes him look 'seven months pregnant'
Paul Milham says he was told to expect a wait time of '86 weeks' or 20 months for his massive hernia to be fixed, despite causing him 'excruciating' emotional and physical pain
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Short guy mistaken for woman until his 20s finally goes through puberty - and grows five inches
UK & World News
Ashley Hemming says his voice didn't break - leaving him sounding more like a woman than a man - and he was often called 'miss' or 'love' while working in a cafe
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One in five Brits want to start their own business or side hustle, research shows
UK & World News
A poll of 2,000 adults found that 53 per cent want to go it alone, while 29 per cent would like to team up with others
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Top pieces of advice over 45s would give their younger selves
UK & World News
A poll of 2,000 adults over the age of 45 found 'don't compare yourself to others', 'don't let someone talk you into something' and 'don't regret, learn the lessons and move forward' were also golden nuggets they would have given to themselves
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Half of Brits have taken home decor inspiration from abroad - with these countries the most influential
UK & World News
A poll of 2,000 adults identified the places they draw their style from - everything from rugs to wallpaper - with France, Denmark and Norway also featuring
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Butlin's has contacted the owner of Pontins about buying one of the holiday camp operator's closed venues
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CCTV appeal after woman sexually assaulted in Bath
Police would like to identify the man in the CCTV footage after a woman was sexually assaulted in Bath
Peter Andre says he'd consider Welsh name for baby daughter
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Peter Andre and his wife still haven't found a name for their Taunton-born baby girl
Repairs planned for town hall's 'unsafe' clock tower
Weston-super-mare
'The proposed structural changes are required to ensure the clock mechanisms and working gear can be accessed by servicing and maintenance technicians in a safe environment'
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