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Somerset flood alerts after Met Office thunderstorm warning
Residents have been urged to 'be prepared' and flooding 'is possible' across the county
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Three charged after heroin, crack cocaine, knives and axe are found
Weston-super-mare
Three men have been charged with a range of drugs and offensive weapons offences after welfare check at a property in Weston-super-Mare
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Grieving mother's plea for action as Knife Angel arrives in Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-mare
'I’m just a grieving mother and it is crystal clear to me that this is a really serious problem'
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Peter Andre and wife Emily finally decide on baby girl's name after month-long struggle
Entertainment
Peter Andre and his wife Emily MacDonagh have finally revealed the name of their baby, nearly one month after welcoming their fifth child together.
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Postal vote chaos as ballots arrive late or not at all
Local Elections
It has been blamed on 'complications' at the sorting office
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Decision taken on vacant Wilko store in town centre
Yeovil
It's been empty since the summer of 2023
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Concert to raise money for boy, 5, with stage 4 cancer
Bridgwater
Jack's family are hoping to raise £250,000 to pay for treatment in the US
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Full stream ahead for new railway station as 200 new homes and access road approved
Wellington
The new station will be open by June 2026
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No compensation paid to 'optical illusion' cycle lane victims
Keynsham
40 people have sought compensation from Bath and North East Somerset Council after getting hurt
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Live: M5 slip road blocked by rush hour crash in Somerset
Traffic & Travel
There is slow traffic heading southbound
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'Incredibly dangerous' M4 Audi driver hit 103mph on motorway with six passengers and no seatbelts
M4
Sasho Yankov, previously disqualified from driving, sped along the motorway with six passengers, none of who were wearing seatbelts, including a young child on a passengers lap in the front seat
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Thursday night’s Premier League action as 23/20 Chelsea are favourites to beat 2/1 Tottenham at bet365
Premier League
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Humanitarian worker from Somerset's bid to become Green PCC
Local Elections
Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner elections are on May 2
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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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Police must not forget the countryside, says Lib Dem PCC candidate
Local Elections
Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner elections are on May 2
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'Stunning' £60 Dunelm mirror looks almost identical to £600 version
Shopping
Dunelm's mirror could easily be mistaken for one made by Kalalou but there's a huge price difference
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Oil supplier offers warm welcome as committee visits local village
Partner Stories
Mitchell & Webber extended the invitation to showcase the benefits of renewable fossil fuels
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Dunelm's 'comfortable' sun loungers 'right for all ages' now £60 in sale
Shopping
Dunelm has discounts on thousands of products throughout the bank holiday weekend, including homeware, garden furniture and more
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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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RSPCA call for information after hedgehogs tortured in Frome
Frome
WARNING: this story contains descriptions of animal cruelty some may find upsetting
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Dunelm's 'vibrant' washable rug that's 'luxurious' slashed to £39 in bank holiday sale
Shopping
Dunelm shoppers can grab the "absolutely perfect" rug for 20% off during the Bank Holiday Savings sale
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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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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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Derelict farmhouse owners appeal after redevelopment plans refused five times
Somerset
‘Leaving it to fall into disrepair is not an option for the owners or a desire of the local communities’
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Wells residents still waiting for new primary school after nearly six years
Education
Some special needs provision could be included
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River Island shoppers praise 'beautiful colour' of outfit that suits everyone
Shopping
River Island's new outfit has been labelled a "show stopper" by excited shoppers keen to get their hands on it for summer
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Mr Doodle's first ever UK museum exhibition is coming to Bath
Bath
The selection of Mr Doodle's personal sketchbooks, going back to his teenage years, will provide the starting point for a show that will fill the gallery and spread across the walls, floor and ceiling of the Holburne Museum, in Bath.
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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 buffs can get £5 off Lookfantastic's 'winning' subscription box with last chance deal
Beauty
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Bank holiday weather forecast as Thursday could be warmest day of the year so far with 24C
UK & World News
Some areas of the country saw storms overnight, but it will lead to a balmy day
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Man dies after head-on collision
A303
The crash took place at around 3.35pm yesterday (April 30) and police are now appealing for witnesses to come forward
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Man pushed to ground before having smartphone stolen in Yatton alleyway
Avon and Somerset Police
Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with relevant dashcam footage following the robbery in April
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Secondary school named best in Europe
Taunton
The school won over St Clares in Oxford and Saint Denis International School in France
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Met Office thunderstorm warning issued for Somerset by Met Office
Weather
Forecasters are warning of widespread disruption across southern England
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The best Amazon shopping deals right now including Fire and Ninja
Amazon
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Cars and boats warned of disruption as bridge in Bath to close for weeks
Bath
'Essential maintenance' is expected to take six weeks
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Calls for banking hub as town's final bank to close
Ilminster
Residents are unhappy with the bank's looming closure
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'Splash mob' defies water firm as wild swimmers demand access to lake
News
They want the right to swim in Chew Valley Lake
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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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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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Lidl set to open dozens of new stores across Bristol, Somerset and Gloucestershire - full list
Somerset News
Lidl is on the lookout for stores in desired locations across the region
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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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NHS bosses promise Yeovil stroke services won't be cut back until new Dorset unit is ready
NHS
The changes will be implemented over the next 18 months
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Garden dining set shoppers describe as 'good value, comfy' and 'easy to assemble' now half price
Shopping
The set has been reduced at Dunelm
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I’m changing police culture, says Conservative PCC
Local Elections
Avon and Somerset Police and Crime Commissioner elections are on May 2
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Boutique where you can sell pre-loved items to open in Crewkerne
Crewkerne
Le Tutti - Italian for 'everbody, everyone' - will open in May
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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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School rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted for being a place where pupils 'thrive'
Education
Marchant Holliday School in Templecombe was hailed by inspectors following a recent visit
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Playgroup 'good' in all aspects, Ofsted says
Yeovil
Children at the playgroup are given a "warm welcome" by staff
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Shoppers can book 'luxury' £99 Maldives or Thailand holiday in deal that ends soon
Shopping
The deal is available for a limited time only, so its worth snapping it up now if you fancy a mystery trip.
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Serious assault in Bath leaves man with life-changing injuries
Bath
A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a serious assault in Bath this morning, Tuesday, April 30
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Somerset News
Weston-super-mare
Three charged after heroin, crack cocaine, knives and axe are found
Three men have been charged with a range of drugs and offensive weapons offences after welfare check at a property in Weston-super-Mare
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Decision taken on vacant Wilko store in Yeovil town centre
Yeovil
It's been empty since the summer of 2023
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Grieving mother's plea for action as Knife Angel arrives in Weston-super-Mare
Weston-super-mare
'I’m just a grieving mother and it is crystal clear to me that this is a really serious problem'
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Ad Feature
Oil supplier offers warm welcome as committee visits local village
Partner Stories
Mitchell & Webber extended the invitation to showcase the benefits of renewable fossil fuels
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Full stream ahead for new Somerset railway station as 200 new homes and access road approved
Wellington
The new station will be open by June 2026
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Bath Rugby
Bath Rugby
Full details as Johann van Graan signs massive new contract at Bath Rugby
'The best is yet to come' says Bath's head of rugby Johann van Graan
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Bath Rugby player ratings from Saracens defeat - 'Finnless but not rudderless'
Bath Rugby
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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UK & World News
UK & World News
Waitress turns angry customer's one star review into t-shirt and wears it into work
Daniella Claeys was shocked to discover a customer shamed her in a one-star review of the restaurant she works at - so she took matters into her own hands
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Pub goes viral with gushing gravy fountain alongside mountain of fried chicken
UK & World News
The Leopard has sent food fans into meltdown after revealing the mouthwatering dish, with one punter describing it as 'absolute heaven'
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Bank holiday weather forecast as Thursday could be warmest day of the year so far with 24C
UK & World News
Some areas of the country saw storms overnight, but it will lead to a balmy day
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Studio apartment on sale for just £5,000 - but buyer has to dig it out themselves 'like a mole'
UK & World News
One person viewing the add said it was 'perfect for first time burrowers and couples about to start a mole family'
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Campbell calls for eradication of misogyny within football
UK & World News
Aileen Campbell said the nature of some of Joey Barton's tweets were 'depressing'
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Three charged after heroin, crack cocaine, knives and axe are found
Three men have been charged with a range of drugs and offensive weapons offences after welfare check at a property in Weston-super-Mare
Peter Andre and wife Emily finally decide on baby girl's name after month-long struggle
Entertainment
Peter Andre and his wife Emily MacDonagh have finally revealed the name of their baby, nearly one month after welcoming their fifth child together.
Decision taken on vacant Wilko store in Yeovil town centre
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It's been empty since the summer of 2023
Grieving mother's plea for action as Knife Angel arrives in Weston-super-Mare
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'I’m just a grieving mother and it is crystal clear to me that this is a really serious problem'
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