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New escape room opens to rave reviews in Taunton
1+ hour, 2+ min ago (312+ words) A brand-new family attraction has opened its doors in Taunton, offering families the chance to swap screens and everyday routines for puzzles, imagination, adventure and quality time together. (Image: Little Escapes) A new escape room experience designed for children is…...
From Somerset to Portugal on tandem: the local couple enjoying life on two wheels
1+ hour, 2+ min ago (614+ words) A Somerset couple who have cycled thousands of miles across Europe on a bright orange tandem have turned their travels — and the realities of long-term partnership — into a new book. Chris Clark, 62, and Nicky Clark, 61, from Oakhill near the Mendip…...
Taunton resident tells council road is 'an accident waiting to happen"
1+ hour, 44+ min ago (805+ words) A Taunton resident who has lived beside a narrow school route for more than eight decades has renewed calls for changes, warning that the road has become increasingly hazardous. Concerns have been raised about pedestrian safety on a narrow stretch…...
Hollywood duo Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac reaffirm Wrexham’s Premier League target
3+ hour ago (481+ words) Hollywood pair Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac have reiterated their ambition for Wrexham to win the Sky Bet Championship title and complete their journey from National League to Premier League. Wrexham kick off their Championship campaign with a Welsh derby…...
Ukraine launches one of its largest attacks, killing at least six in Russia
2+ hour, 40+ min ago (302+ words) Ukraine has launched hundreds of drones across Russia, killing at least six people in one of Kyiv’s largest aerial attacks of the war. Russia’s Ministry of Defence said it had destroyed 822 Ukrainian drones overnight. About 600 were detected heading toward the…...
DWP warning for pensioners and benefits claimants as August payment date changes
5+ hour, 2+ min ago (370+ words) The DWP has put out a fresh warning for anyone who receives Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit, PIP and other benefits ahead of changes due to the August bank holidays later this month. Monday, August 31, is a bank holiday…...
Rare piece of high street history to be auctioned in Somerset
8+ hour, 2+ min ago (312+ words) For generations of Somerset shoppers, a visit to Woolworths meant one thing: the irresistible pull of the Pick ’n’ Mix counter. Now, a surviving emblem of the former store could be yours to take home with you. The iconic piece…...
When to see upcoming lunar eclipse in the UK after solar eclipse dazzles skies
7+ hour, 2+ min ago (419+ words) A lunar eclipse is set to grace the night sky later this month as stargazers will be treated to another stunning sky event. The upcoming eclipse will follow the deep partial solar eclipse on Wednesday (August 12). Millions all over the…...
Somerset seaside town named UK's top hidden gem staycation spot - here's where
8+ hour, 2+ min ago (234+ words) Weston-super-Mare has been named one of the UK's hidden gems (Image: Will Shergold) A Somerset seaside town has been named among the UK's top hidden gem staycation destinations, according to a new study. Weston-super-Mare shared the top spot with Whitstable…...
New initiative puts young people at centre of Somerset's future
8+ hour, 2+ min ago (401+ words) A partnership has been launched to put young people at the centre of Somerset's future. Passion for Somerset CIC has announced a new collaboration with Young Somerset, which will see the youth organisation become a principal partner in a joint…...