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Major river work in Somerset finally complete after nearly two years

Millions has been invested in the project

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Crime maps show Somerset's worst locations for stolen cars

You can see how it compares where you live using our interactive map.

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Somerset town centre could be transformed with new public spaces and trees and buildings spruced up

People are being invited to have their say

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Somerset primary school wins hearts but must improve to stay ‘Good’

Holway Park Primary in Taunton was praised for its inclusivity and eager learners, but Ofsted says inconsistencies in teaching now require closer scrutiny

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Beekeepers turn honey into meadows with pollinator-friendly partnership

Black Bee Honey and Kabloom are marking World Bee Day with a new eco-gift set that supports UK rewilding while raising awareness of the steep decline in vital pollinator habitats.

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Labour’s sewage crackdown promises cleaner rivers and heavy fines

After years of pollution and public outrage, a new act could flush away the UK’s sewage scandal once and for all

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Two suffer potentially life-changing injuries in Stonehenge crash

They were rushed to hospital

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Live: Villagers warned as fire breaks out in Somerset

Firefighters are at the scene of a roof fire

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Hero cop foils electric saw incident while off duty

PC Demar Rowe was on his way to work when he faced a man swinging an electric saw in the street—and tackled him without any protective gear

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Hippos are back at Longleat and their new pad is pure luxury

After a 40-year wait, Longleat Safari Park is finally welcoming hippos back — and their custom-built Hippodrome is making a splash in more ways than one

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Pupil faces amputation after being electrocuted at Somerset school

A fundraiser has been set up to help the family of Chase Allen

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Somerset Funeral Notices as heartfelt tributes left for 35 loved ones

Tributes have been paid to much-loved family members

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Somerset beauty location just became one of England’s top spots

VisitEngland has crowned Somerset and Exmoor with elite tourism status

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Somerset teen wants life-changing 'cool' bionic arm inspired by Iron Man

Paige was born without a right hand - but the advanced prosthetic could make her dreams come true

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Minehead takes control of town's parks and gardens in landmark handover

Minehead Town Council officially takes over management of local green spaces, promising smoother services and community-focused upkeep

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Iconic 70ft tall viaduct to open for only second time in 200 years

The Historic Railways Estate says people can enjoy spectacular views from the bridge deck and walk along the track bed of the former Lynton-Barnstaple Railway line

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Council insists pay cut plan for staff is ‘about fairness’

While most staff will get a payrise, some 106 people face a pay cut

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The world’s fastest chopper is racing into Somerset this month

From high-speed dragsters to the world’s fastest helicopter

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New law means water execs can now be jailed for sewage cover-ups

New powers mean water bosses could face jail for sewage cover-ups, in a landmark law hailed as justice for Weston’s beaches and waterways

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Dramatic fire breaks out at Bath beer garden

Punters were evacuated