Volunteers from charities and organisations around Somerset have taken part in a carol concert linked to one hosted by the Princess of Wales.

Schools and groups unite for Princess of Wales carol service

The mother of Barnaby Webber, who was one of three people killed in the Nottingham attacks, told ITV News current laws are failing victims.

Families of Nottingham attack victims welcome decision to review homicide law

Captain Walter Godsal was presented with a birthday card from King Charles III by the Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Somerset in a surprise ceremony.

Second World War veteran who fought in Burma surprised for 100th birthday

Emergency services were called to the scene on the A38 Bridgwater Road at around 6:45am on Sunday 1 December. 

Motorcyclist critically injured in Taunton crash

Bertie was just 12 weeks old when he came into an RSCPA animal rescue centre in Taunton, suffering from 'severe' cat flu. 

One-eyed rescue cat now living the high life with own 'work from home' office

A Taunton man has urged young people to talk if they’re being bullied - saying school was hell for him.

Man says bullying made school 'hell' for him and urges victims to speak out

A freight train crawls along the railway track through Old Sodbury, Wiltshire on the line between Bristol Parkway and Swindon, which has been heavily affected by flooding and caused major disruptions on the rail networks forcing Christmas travellers to take to the roads. (2012)

Go-op plans to operate return weekday and weekend services between several West Country towns.

New co-operatively owned trains to rival GWR in 2025 

The police watchdog is investigating the incident.

Teenage girl who died on motorway was fleeing police vehicle

The 17-year-old pedestrian died during an incident on the motorway in Somerset late on Monday night.

Motorway reopens after teen's death sparks 12-hour closure

The child’s injuries were of a level previously seen in high-speed traffic collisions.

Pair convicted after leaving baby profoundly disabled in 'monstrous act' 

Luís Martelo, a Portuguese trumpeter based in Taunton climbed to the highest point in the country, where he performed.

Trumpeter delights tourists by playing on top of Portuguese volcano

The fourth annual Taunton Pride has taken place in Somerset’s county town, with people uniting to celebrate diversity.

Thousands take to the streets of Taunton for annual Pride event

Jennifer Selwood suffered a bleed on the brain after the accident at Taunton Rugby Football Club in January 2020.

Grandmother died after being hit on the head by rugby ball, inquest told

Jordan Simcock died in hospital after he was hit over the head with a weight plate at least four times.

Man used heavy weight plate to murder friend in 'brutal' attack

"We will not tolerate hate, violence or criminality."

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