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In the dock: Assault and drug driving among latest cases in court
The latest listings from Taunton Magistrates' Court.
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Bowls: Taunton Deane's outdoor rink sees Crockford Cup teams battle it out
Nicola Litchfield, Barry Vile and Colin Day win Taunton Deane’s Crockford Cup 2025 bowls tournament after rain-shortened event.
Three Taunton boxers return triumphant from Riviera Box Cup
Taunton ABC boxers Liam Tate, George Lane, and Jaden Williams win gold at Torbay’s Riviera Box Cup, showcasing UK amateur boxing talent.
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Fire crews from eight stations extinguish Spar shop on fire near Bridgwater
Fire crews from eight stations extinguished a Spar shop on fire in a village near Bridgwater which left the building 100 per cent destroyed.
Somerset River Authority calls for reversal of EA river maintenance cuts
The Somerset Rivers Authority (SRA) has called on the Environment Agency (EA) to "reinstate full maintenance" of Somerset's rivers following reports of planned cutbacks.
Fire crews deal with two 'large fires' in one day
Two 'large fires' broke out in Somerset over the bank holiday and required immediate attention.
RECAP: Police cordon off Toneway in Taunton
A major road that runs through one of, if not the busiest, roundabouts in Taunton has been partially closed by police.
Man wanted after victim suffers broken jaw in Taunton pub assault
Police are investigating after a man suffered a broken jaw in an assault in a pub in Taunton.
RECAP - Taunton Town face Tiverton Town
Taunton Town host Tiverton Town in their latest Southern League Premier South match
National law firm to sponsor Titans in 2025-26
National law firm Clarke Willmott LLP will be the official shirt sponsor for Taunton Rugby Club for the 2025-26.
Marley Rose returns to Taunton Town
Marley Rose is the latest player to return to Taunton Town with the club confirming he had signed on a free transfer.
A look inside this three-bedroom Victorian house in Taunton
This Victorian mid-terrace townhouse sits in a convenient position in Taunton, close to the town centre and a wide range of amenities.
Looking Back: When Taunton Town's groundsman won a national award
Taunton Town’s Kevin Sturmey wins Southern League and National Groundsman of the Year awards at St George’s Park in 2014.
Looking Back: Hundreds march through Taunton to protest against badger cull
The march was organised by Somerset Against the Badger Cull, the Badger Trust, and the Somerset Badger Patrol in 2015.
Looking Back: Children get to play patients at ambulance station open day
Families flocked to Taunton Ambulance Station open day in 2019 as South Western Ambulance Service NHS Trust showcased vehicles, CPR demos, and paramedic skills.
Police searching for missing teen last seen on August 13
A teenager who was last seen near KFC in Taunton has been missing for 13 days.
NHS bosses 'putting the chicken before the egg' over possible Somerset bed closures
NHS bosses in Somerset have been accused of "putting the chicken before the egg" when it comes to possible closures of community hospital beds.
'That's next-level daft': Taunton Green defibrillator vandalised
A piece of life-saving equipment has been vandalised by graffiti, and Taunton town council aren't happy.
Charming 'chocolate box' cottage with 'secret garden' for sale near Taunton
This charming chocolate-box cottage occupies a tucked-away position in the small hamlet of Upper Cheddon.
Taunton nursery achieves national recognition for sustainability
Kiddi Caru Day Nursery in Taunton earns Eco-Schools Green Flag with Distinction for outstanding sustainability and early years environmental education.