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Jed Ward penalty saving hero again as Yeovil Town through in FA Trophy
Ten man Glovers knock out Alvechurch to reach last 16
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Nine-year-old girl died from single stab wound to chest, inquest opening told
A nine-year-old girl died from a single stab wound to her chest at her home, an inquest opening has heard.
MP urges Government not to 'ignore' south west as he calls for Storm Goretti meeting
MP for Taunton has said the south west 'cannot be ignored', urging the Government to convene an emergency meeting in response to Storm Goretti.
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Major B-road closed in both directions due to slurry spill
A major B-road in Somerset has been closed after a build-up of slurry, police have confirmed.
Popular supermarket in Somerset town set to close permanently
A popular supermarket in a town in Somerset is closing shop permanently tomorrow with empty shelves and freezers spotted inside this week.
Disruption reported on A39 after Storm Goretti caused damage to a traffic light
Somerset Council has issued a statement following disruption on the A39 this morning near Dunster after Storm Goretti caused damage to a traffic light.
Amber flood warning in place following Storm Goretti hitting Somerset
Amber “flooding is possible” warnings were issued following Storm Goretti hitting Somerset and the South West with strong winds of up to 50-60mph along with snow.
Billy Rowley warns Yeovil Town of 'free-hit' FA Trophy tie
Glovers host Alvechurch, two leagues below Yeovil - and have to be wary of not being upset
NSPCC calls for safeguarding volunteers in Somerset
The NSPCC seeks volunteers in Somerset and North Devon to deliver safeguarding workshops in primary schools. Full training provided.
Council delays recycling waste collections one day after cold weather
Recycling collections across several streets in Somerset may not have been completed this week following "delays", the council said.
Fate of new homes near Somerset hospital uncertain after council ruling
Devonshire Homes must still provide nearly £240,000 towards local services as part of a development of 31 new homes on Dancing Lane in Wincanton
Rural Somerset arts centre secures alcohol licence
The New Cross Arts Centre will be able to serve alcohol in its tea room and at fundraising events following a decision by Somerset Council
Woman that helped young people recognised in New Year's Honours List
A woman who helped young people with SEND to gain qualifications and find employment received an award in the New Year's Honours list
Rural Somerset communities come together to fight 'poor planning' of new homes
Somerset Communities Raging Against Poor Planning (SCRAPP) is being set up, bringing together numerous communities fighting major developments
Yeovil Town sign former Fulham youngster on deal until end of season
Yeovil Town have completed the signing of Jonathon Page from Walton and Hersham until the end of the season.
Police under investigation for teen's death on M5 will face no disciplinary action
Two police officers under investigation after a teen escaped from a police car on the M5 in Somerset and died will face no disciplinary action.
Teen who got out of ambulance on M5 near Weston died from 'multiple injuries’
A teen who got out of an ambulance on the M5 before being fatally hit by a car is believed to have died from multiple injuries, an inquest opening heard.
Police issue appeal for missing man last thought to have travelled to Somerset
Avon and Somerset Police are working with the Wiltshire Police to appeal for information relating to missing 34-year-old James who is thought to have travelled to the Frome area.
Call for information after crash which left two children and adults hospitalised
A Yeovil man was arrested and then de-arrested following a serious injury road traffic collision which left a man, woman and two children in hospital with serious injuries.
Call issued in South West to prepare for power cuts amid Storm Goretti
National Grid urges South West residents to prepare for power cuts as Storm Goretti brings severe weather. Save 105 for emergencies and follow safety advice.