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Police investigate 'unexplained' death as man's body found in Bridgwater town centre
A MAN was found dead in Bridgwater town centre earlier this month, police have revealed. The 49-year-old male was found deceased at an address on the High Street following concern for welfare reports on Tuesday, July 9. His death was first
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A mixed week of results for North Petherton bowls club
It was a mixed set of results for the sides at North Petherton Bowls Club with the men’s A and Ladies securing wins, but the Mens B falling to two defeats. The mixed side also lost in a friendly at home to Williton. On Wednesday (July 17) the
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Bridgwater thirds advance to semi-finals of SCF Major Cup
North Newton 127-8 (20ovs) lost to Bridgwater 3rd X1 128-2 (14.2ovs) by 8 wickets, writes Mike Moran. Bridgwater 3rds moved into the Semi - Final with comprehensive win over North Newton at The Parks. Choosing to bat first, the visitors got
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New 'Friends of Bridgwater Arts Centre' group to be launched this week
A NEW group of supporters for the Bridgwater Arts Centre is set to be launched this week. Following news that Bridgwater Town Council had secured the future of the integral arts centre, Cllr Brian Smedley - leader of the council - has announced
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Full list of every snake found in UK gardens and if they are dangerous
UK wildlife has a wide range of creatures and animals, from spikey hedgehogs to nocturnal bats and the wise barn owl. But away from the often-described 'cute' animals are those that tend to scare many, like the humble snake. Typically found
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What are the rules for Blue Badges in England? Your rights and responsibilities
ACROSS England, around 4.2 per cent of the population have a Blue Badge according to the most recent data from 2021. For many, a Blue Badge is essential to their everyday life, allowing them to park close to a destination whether it be for the
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Enmore ladies through to Rogers Cup semi-finals
Congratulations to Enmore Park Ladies, who beat The Mendip at Stockwood Vale Golf Club in Bristol to advance to the semi-final of the county-wide Rogers Cup, writes Richard Walsh. Enmore's Pat Rodgers, Julie Blumgart and Tina Morgan won three out
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Lengthy M5 closures near Bridgwater 'totally unacceptable', says Somerset councillor
A SOMERSET councillor has branded recent lengthy M5 closures near Bridgwater 'totally unacceptable'. At a full council meeting on Wednesday, July 17, Cllr Alan Bradford voiced his concerns about frequent closures of the M5, which have caused disruption
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Weather defeats Bridgwater and Bedminster despite patient display by players
The weather was the eventual winner at the Parks on Saturday, as Bridgwater’s game against in form Bedminster was eventually abandoned after a day of great patience from the players, umpires and ground officials, writes Scott Sealey. The game started
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First look inside Bridgwater's new walled sculpture garden set to open this weekend
A NEW walled sculpture garden is set to open in Bridgwater this weekend. On Saturday, July 27, Serena de la Hey - the sculptor behind the iconic Willow Man sculpture - will open Bridgy Gallery's new walled sculpture garden area. The ribbon
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Agratas gigafactory: 'significant step' taken as battery facility powers ahead
A SIGNIFICANT step forward in the delivery of the UK's largest battery factory has been taken by Agratas. The manufacturer, set to build the giga-factory in Puriton, near Bridgwater, has submitted a compliance application for Building One, the