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New Co-op coming to small Somerset village as plans approved
A small Somerset village will be getting a Co-op convenience store after plans were approved by local councillors. Property Link (representing a developer identified only as ‘Ahmeti’) submitted plans in August 2023 to build a new convenience store
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Chief Constable questioned over anti-social behaviour approach in Somerset
AVON and Somerset Police’s Chief Constable, Sarah Crew, has been questioned over the force’s operational approach to tackling anti-social behaviour and police visibility. Clare Moody, Police and Crime Commissioner for Avon and Somerset, asked questions
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‘Fallen Moon’ art installation is now in Bridgwater
THE UK debut of a popular artist’s latest creation has taken place at the Bridgwater Docks. Luke Jerram’s Fallen Moon is now visible at the docks until November 3. The installation offers a mesmerising fusion of lunar imagery, moonlight, and
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Government urges public to prepare for floods after wettest 18 months on record
The government is urging everyone to prepare for floods following the wettest 18 months on record. The Environment Agency is urging the public to ensure they are prepared for a flood as the nation marks the annual ‘Flood Action Week’. This
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Bridgwater waste company invests more than £220,000 in equipment
AN AWARD-WINNING Somerset-based waste management company has invested more than £220,000 in two new items of equipment. Family-run Bridgwater company, S Roberts Group has invested more than £80,000 in a Scania hook loader and over £140,000 on
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Death notices and funeral announcements from the Bridgwater Mercury
The Bridgwater Mercury published 7 death notices last week. Every week, the Bridgwater Mercury publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death
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Bridgwater & Albion seconds make it five from five at Weston
Weston super Mare Second XV 14- 22 B&ARFC Seconds Bridgwater & Albion Seconds travelled to play against their Weston super Mare counterparts on a cold Friday evening and at the end of a hard fought match it was the visitors who ran out the
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More than 300 businesspeople attend Agratas gigafactory engagement day
MORE than 340 businesspeople from Somerset attended an engagement day hosted by the developers of Bridgwater’s gigafactory, Agratas and Sir Robert McAlpine. The event was held on Tuesday, October 8 was saw businesspeople from across the county
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Bridgwater United women through to FA Cup first round proper
Women’s FA Cup: Forest Green 2-4 Bridgwater United Bridgwater United women went into the hat for the first round proper of the FA Cup after overcoming Forest Green. The Robins travelled to Hartpury to face the side from the South West Women
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Renegades Carnival Club crowned winner of Bridgwater Carnival Concerts
RENEGADES Carnival Club (CC) have been crowned the winner of the 2024 overall stage champions at this year’s Bridgwater Guy Fawkes Carnival Concerts. The club, who are based at Bar Brunel, Penel Orlieu, took the prestigious top spot and won the
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First victory of the season for Bridgwater &Albion
Western Counties (North): Bridgwater & Albion RFC 24-17 Chosen Hills Former Pupils. Bridgwater and Albion enjoyed their first victory of the season when they beat fellow strugglers Chosen Hill Former Pupils at College Way on Saturday afternoon