Sixteen-year-old Aronas Jankauskis from Taunton has been awarded St John Ambulance's Regional Cadet of the Year for the South West after excelling in a rigorous national competition. The event tested first-aid skills, leadership, and communication abiliti
Somerset County Cricket Club announces its largest commercial agreement in 150 years, extending partnership with Cooper Associates Group until 2030 season.
Somerset Council's interim finance chief states the authority is not facing immediate bankruptcy risk, though significant budget challenges remain as demand for services rises.
St Margaret's Hospice Care hosts a black-tie Masquerade Ball at Taunton School on February 20, offering an elegant evening of dining, music, and auctions to fund vital end-of-life care across Somerset.
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A disabled Somerset resident has won High Court permission to challenge a council tax reduction scheme after his transition to Universal Credit resulted in a £1,100 annual bill.
The mother of 17-year-old Tamzin Hall says authorities 'desperately failed' her daughter, who died on the M5 after escaping a police vehicle while handcuffed. Read the full investigation details.
Police arrest 117 drivers in two-week crackdown on drink and drug driving. A tragic case highlights the devastating consequences of driving under the influence. Read the full story.
Inspired by eight-year-old Adeline and her Great Dane, Olive, St Margaret's Hospice launches a 'Walk 100 Miles with Your Dog' challenge for January 2026. Sign up to raise vital funds for free local hospice care.
William Free, ringleader of a major South West drugs network, has had his sentence increased to 17 years. His gang was uncovered due to his link to a Birmingham courier, Anthony Cunningham. Read the full investigation details.
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The DWP's decision to scrap the two-child benefit cap is sparking debate. Parents on Universal Credit share their stories of receiving up to £1,590 monthly. Read the full reaction.
The historic H. Tobys jewellery shop in Taunton has closed its doors permanently, marking the end of an era for the high street after nearly seven decades of trading.
