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Stories for 6 September 2007

Bees And Honey

Producing valuable royal jelly - David Cramp reports on this "amazing stuff" containing ei

ROYAL jelly is possibly the most valuable (in monetary terms) product of the hive and has probably the most numerous and fabulous claims made for it.  more...

Bridgwater News

Fun day success for ReCreation

A FUN-packed day drew hundreds of people to a Bridgwater park last week - but there was a serious side to the event too.  more...

Let's get ready to ramble

WITH one of the largest rights of way networks in the country, Somerset is a rambler's dream with its rolling green hills and picturesque scenery.  more...

Blue plaque for Blake Street

A BLUE plaque has been unveiled by Bridgwater's MP in Blake Street this week.  more...

Bloom Row residents defend street

NEIGHBOURS of a Bridgwater woman who said she was too scared to live in her own home have defended their street this week.  more...

Burnham News

BARB charity box stolen

THIEVES have stolen a collection box used for donations to a Burnham life-saving rescue charity.  more...

Private music festival benefits good causes

A PRIVATE music festival was held recently to show the benefits of raising money for the Burnham and Highbridge organisations.  more...

No sign of missing mudflat walkers

COASTGUARDS were called to Burnham beach on Monday afternoon (September 3) after fears over the safety of two people in mudflats.  more...

Doggy duo pipped at post in finals

A BURNHAM girl and her best friend have claimed runners up spot in a national canine trainers competition held in Newbury recently.  more...

Camborne News

Roadworks at hospital

The Cornwall and Isles of Scilly Primary Care Trust would like to inform the public that Camborne and Redruth hospital can still be accessed while roadworks are carried out later in the month, but diversions will be in place.  more...

Chard News

Happy Return presents skittles award

THE Happy Return Inn in Chard awarded the winners of their summer money skittles league last week.  more...

Chard Villages News

Ilton score new goals

FOOTBALL aces in Ilton will have scored new safer goalposts thanks to a grant from the Football Foundation.  more...

Competitions

Win £400 of any menswear package for your wedding

From Here To Eternity offers an extensive range of garments in their Menswear Department to make your man look extra special. They have a range of sample suits, waistcoats and accessories.  more...

Crewkerne News

Road closed due to explosion risk

THE A303 at South Petherton is due to be closed until midnight tonight following an incident involving a white lining vehicle.  more...

Tree work set for completion

WORK to make trees safer along the A30 at Mount Pleasant in Crewkerne is due to be completed tomorrow (Friday).  more...

Dairy

Raw materials major factor in approach to dairy farming

BRIDGWATER College's Cannington Centre for Land-Based Studies near Bridgwater in Somerset is transforming its approach to dairying and as part of a programme to become more commercial is making more effective use raw materials.  more...

Brothrs go back to dairying

TWO brothers from Cornwall have gone against the flow of the farming migration by switching their beef, sheep and arable system to a specialised dairy system at Trelowthas, Probus, near Truro.  more...

Code ensures milk's integrity

DAIRY companies, co-operatives, hauliers and other milk buyers have been operating to a code of good practice devised in conjunction with the government.  more...

Dairy farmers taste success at Gold Cup

FOUR of the six finalists in this year's national NMR/RABDF Gold Cup competition are dairy farms based in the South West, including one from Devon, two from Dorset and one from Gloucestershire.  more...

Milk prices are "ridiculously low"

THE Royal Association of British Dairy Farmers has called for milk contracts to be less prescriptive and more in touch with the realities of the marketplace.  more...

Farmers' Home

Tickling a trout or a salmon

LAST time I spoke about the fish I catch from the sea so now it's the turn of those living in fresh water. I haven't yet taken up fly fishing. For a start I would need an expensive license and it will cost me money to actually fish while the sea is free. Secondly I like the variety of fish I can catch and love the scenery that surrounds me as I do it. But I do love fresh trout and I now have an arrangement with a friend of mine to swap mackerel for his surplus catch. Personally, I think I have the best deal so please don't tell him!  more...

Farming News

Fear of lamb price slump

PRICES paid to South West farmers for lamb are expected to drop considerably in the coming weeks. Sheep producers are becoming increasingly concerned because livestock markets are not back to normal and of the inability to export.  more...

We need to stamp it out

THE Advice from the Health Protection Agency (HPA) is that foot and mouth disease is not a direct public health threat. The Food Standards Agency considers that foot and mouth disease has no implications for the human food chain.  more...

Relaxation on restrictions

FARMERS, hoping to be in a position to start putting the latest Foot and Mouth outbreak behind them were keeping fingers crossed as South West Farmer went to press that exports will soon resume.  more...

We need to stamp it out

NEIL Parish, MEP and chairman of the European Parliament's agriculture committee who was instrumental in setting up the committee of inquiry into the UK's 2001 outbreak, said: "We must use every resource in Britain and across the EU to ensure we trace the source of this outbreak, and stamp it out.  more...

Featured Properties

House is aptly named Hide Away

IN a tucked away location within minutes of Helston town centre this cottage, on the market with PDQ in the town at £214,950, offers truly deceptive accommodation, including a 22ft lounge.  more...

Features

Film gamble pays off for farmer

THE most enchanting family film Mist: The Tale of a Sheepdog Puppy is on DVD and should enchant farmers and their families.  more...

Shocked and devastated by FMD strike

Farmers in the Sout West know what it is like to suffer an outbreak of foot and mouth disease.  more...

Calendar bares all

TWO years ago the Quantock Staghounds produced a barely nude calendar in aid of the hunt kennels.  more...

Football News

RFU honours Neville for voluntary work at club

ALL rugby clubs, even the most professional, rely on an unpaid band of loyal "volunteers" who give time and expertise to help ensure the success, or even the existence of the club.  more...

Helston

Captain's day well supported

NIGEL Waters hosted his Captain's Day at Praa Sands Golf Club on Sunday, writes Simon Edwards.  more...

Helston News

Top class canines put through their paces at successful dog show

Some top-class canines were put through their paces at a successful harvest fair dog show on Sunday.  more...

High standards make judging difficult at horticultural show

A high standard of entries at the harvest fair horticulture and craft show on Saturday made the judges' task a difficult one.  more...

'Disappointing' number of pet show entries

There were a disappointing number of entries at the harvest fair children's pet show on Sunday.  more...

Wrestling returns to Helston for harvest fair

Heavyweight Cornish wrestling returned to Helston on Saturday as part of the traditional harvest fair tournament.  more...

Helston Travel Inn plans approved this afternoon

Controversial plans for a 50-bedroom budget hotel to be built on the outskirts of Helston were unanimously approved by planners this afternoon.  more...

Highbridge News

Motorway fire causes short delays

A LORRY and trailer caught on fire on the M5 yesterday (Wednesday) evening, causing a small build up of traffic for commuters on the way home during rush hour.  more...

Ilminster News

Traffic still slow after vehicle fire

THE A303 Ilminster Bypass is still closed both ways after a line-painting vehicle carrying gas canisters caught fire at around 3am this morning.  more...

Land

Landowners welcome prompt action to contain disease

LANDOWNERS throughout the south west welcomed the prompt action taken to contain the outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Surrey - but repeatedly warn that the Government must not turn a blind eye to the lessons of the 2001 outbreak which hit farmers hard in the south west.  more...

Grant will help save Culm site

DEVON Wildlife Trust is celebrating after being awarded a grant of £398,000 from Grantscape to help purchase and restore some of the county's threatened culm grassland.  more...

Farms thrive in beauty spots

THE great majority of profitable farms in Penwith are located within the Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).  more...

Members donate £12,000 to Trust

DEVON Wildlife Trust (DWT) has received over £12,000 in donations from its members for its new nature reserve at the restored 40 hectare Ash Moor site near Great Torrington. The site was made famous during the foot and mouth crisis in 2001 when pits were dug to bury 900,000 carcasses, although was never used.  more...

Mine of Information

A NEW booklet has been produced providing advice for farmers on managing mining features on farmland in Cornwall and West Devon.  more...

Latest News

INTOprint - Young writers competition for schools

The Packet is once again offering cash prizes in a repeat of last year 's highly successful young writers' competition.  more...

Pharmacist finally retires after 20 years

AFTER 20 years of serving customers in Penryn, pharmacist David Turton is finally taking his retirement after a false start when he had to go back to work when the sale of the business fell through.  more...

All aboard the Orca Sea Safari

THERE were high hopes for our group's trip as we set out on the wildlife watching rib Seaquest operated by Orca Sea Safaris from Falmouth.  more...

Listings

What's On seven day guide, September 11 to September 17

Tuesday, September 11 7.30pm: Screening of Michael Apted's historical drama Amazing Grace based on the life of anti-slavery pioneer William Wilberforce at The Playhouse Theatre in Weston. Tickets cost £4.50 for adults, £4 for concessions or £3.50 for the matinee and are available by calling 01934-645544.  more...

Livestock

New look for Exmoor Mules

WESTCOUNTRY hill farmers are staking their claim in the breeding ewe market and it's creating an upturn in demand for a "new look" Exmoor Mule.  more...

Helpline to aid farmers

THE RSPCA launched a new telephone helpline to help farmers and their animals struggling to cope because of the current emergency ban on moving farm animals.  more...

First on-farm sale of year

AUCTIONEERS Greenslade Taylor Hunt conducted their first on-farm suckler dispersal sale of the year at Townsend Farm, Yeovil, for Robert Mead and family.  more...

Memories

Come for a pint in the Memories Inn

THIS week's memory-provoking offering takes you on a vintage trip down the local boozer - and may serve up some old recollections, depending on how much time was spent there.  more...

Minehead News

The pint now departing

TRAINS won't be the only things at the platforms at Minehead station over the weekend of September 15 and 16.  more...

Row erupts after fatal crash

A ROW has broken out between MP Ian Lidell-Grainger and the county council following a fatal crash on Porlock Hill.  more...

Join the neighbourhood watch in Watchet

ARE you community minded and willing to be the eyes and ears on your street?  more...

Youngsters get involved with the community

YOUNG people in Minehead were encourage to get involved with the local community by way of an activity day.  more...

Injured motorcyclist taken to hospital

A MOTORCYCLIST has been taken to Musgrove Park Hospital following an accident half a mile from Kilve on the A39 from Williton.  more...

Motorsnews

Megane Renaultsport 230 F1 Team R26

FORMULA 1 remains a global marketing phenomenon, influencing millions of potential car buyers by sexing up a particular brand.  more...

Nissan Qashqai 1.5dCi Acenta

DO YOU remember the Suzuki X90? For the benefit of readers who missed it, the X90 was Japan's first attempt to offer a conventional car that looked like a 4x4 without any of the costly drawbacks.  more...

News And Results

Win top tickets to this year's Carnival

PLANS are well underway to ensure that this year's Carnival on Friday, November 9 will be the biggest and best one yet, especially as it coincides with Bridgwater's Blake 350 celebrations.  more...

North Petherton News

Farmer's surprise at Purple Phantom stunt

THE owner of North Petherton land where a protestor calling himself the Purple Phantom struck this week has explained how he discovered the stunt.  more...

Opinion

Control Milk Fever

NADIS data shows that milk fever is a common disease all year round with October being the peak month. This is probably because controlling intakes in dry cows is at its hardest outside in late summer and early autumn.  more...

Other Devon News

Plans to build on flood plains "irresponsible"

PLANS to build hundreds of new homes on a South Devon flood plain have been condemned as "irresponsible", in the wake of the recent deluge that devastated parts of the Westcountry.  more...

Crazy challenge in the name of charity

A company is organising a major business event at Crealy to raise funds for the West of England School and College for young people with little or no sight.  more...

Thanks to mountaineers

THE Meningitis Trust would like to thank the participants from Devon who recently spent a weekend trekking Britain's three tallest peaks; Snowdon, Scafell Pike, and Ben Nevis as part of the gruelling Three Peaks Challenge event.  more...

Change for change this summer

BEFORE you pack away the suntan lotion and flip-flops for another year, ensure that you finish the summer on a charitable note, by donating your foreign coins to Barnardo's.  more...

Tory candidate launches major green campaign

THE Conservative parliamentary candidate for Central Devon announced the launch of a major green initiative that he will be rolling out across the new constituency of Central Devon this week.  more...

County Council supports two week long celebration of Devon arts

PRIVATE studios of artists all over Devon will be open to art and craft lovers during the next fortnight as part of a countywide art celebration.  more...

A30 closed after lorry crash

The Westbound carriageway of the A30 has been closed near Okehampton this morning following a road traffic collision involving two lorries.  more...

Serious crash at Brixham

At about 12.20am on this morning a two vehicle road traffic collision occurred at the junction of Burton Street and Bolton Street in Brixham.  more...

Bike the Baltic with Marie Curie

MARIE Curie Cancer Care will be starting their biggest ever cycle - an epic journey from Warsaw to St Petersburg - next year.  more...

Attempted wounding in Plymouth

Police in Plymouth are investigating an attempted wounding offence which happened at about 1.30am on Wednesday August 29 in the Neath Road area of St Judes.  more...

Picture Gallery

Falmouth

By William Lang by Perranarworthal   more...

Falmouth lifeboat

By Peter Harvey of Penryn  more...

Full sail

By Paul Saunders of Cheltenham  more...

Calm waters

By Paul Saunders of Cheltenham  more...

Docks glimpse

By Paul Saunders of Cheltenham  more...

Falmouth view

By Paul Saunders of Cheltenham  more...

Falmouth Docks

By Paul Davis of Redruth  more...

Legless

By Paul Davis of Redruth  more...

Classics racing

By Antony Norwood-Perkins of Falmouth  more...

Getting ready

By Alan A Rawlinson of Perranarworthal  more...

Sunrise

By Alan A Rawlinson of Perranarworthal  more...

Readers Write

Chair fixed even though guarantee had expired

I JUST want to say thank you to Cooks Furnishers in Killigrew Street, Falmouth. My reclining chair would not operate and I rang them. I purchased the chair there, but the guarantee has run out.  more...

This wonderful show deserved more support

My husband and myself went to the Princess Pavilion to see Ivor Bray's production of The Jungle Book and what a wonderful evening it turned out to be. It was a treat to see so many young people, some very young with so much talent.  more...

Come to our site and see for yourselves

As the newly appointed general manager at Gwel an Mor Luxury Lodges, I would like to extend an invitation for all those with concerns over our planned developments to come to Portreath and visit our site.  more...

Recruitment News

Find a job with cvjobmatch

THE County Gazette has made it even easier for you to find your perfect job - all you need is a CV!  more...

Schools News

First class efforts by Bridgwater nursery

A BRIDGWATER nursery is celebrating after it gained first class results in a recent Ofsted report - becoming the only playgroup in the town to be judged outstanding in all six areas.  more...

College welcomes sporty new faces

BRIDGWATER College has welcomed a new sports academy director and cricket coach to coincide with its expansion.  more...

Somerset News

Child protection seminars for Somerset

CLUBS and organisations in Somerset are being given the chance to benefit from the safeguarding advice being promoted by a national child protection initiative.  more...

Taunton News

Dog walk to raise funds for hospice appeal

A SPONSORED dog walk is being staged by Bishop's Hull-based St Margaret's Somerset Hospice to raise funds for its £2million New Build Appeal.  more...

A full-size Harley - made of wood!

TAUNTON craftsman Colin Webb, 40, was determined to build a lifesize Harley-Davidson motorycycle after spotting a wooden toy in County Stores and deciding he could do better.  more...

Pamper yourself and raise money

A TAUNTON therapy centre is giving people the chance to pamper themselves and raise money for charity at the same time.  more...

Taunton motorists 'charged more to fill up'

TAUNTON motorists are being charged more to fill up at the pumps than drivers elsewhere in the region.  more...

Sexual assault investigation in Taunton

A PARK in Taunton is sealed off this morning while police investigate an alleged sexual assault.  more...

Traffic problems east of Taunton

TRAFFIC on the eastern approaches to Taunton is disrupted today following an accident near South Petherton.  more...

Young musicians needed

ENTRANTS are being urged to sign up now for the prestigious Taunton Young Musician of the Year Competition.  more...

Find a job with cvjobmatch

THE County Gazette has made it even easier for you to find your perfect job - all you need is a CV!  more...

Store staff do their bit for cancer fund

STAFF at Sainsbury's Hankridge Farm store have raised £1,136 for the Breast Cancer Care Fund at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton.  more...

Youngster's deadly stunts slammed

THE County Gazette has unearthed shocking video footage of Taunton youngsters performing life-threatening stunts in the town centre.  more...

Witness sought following racially motivated gang attack

TAUNTON police are keen to trace a witness to a racially motivated gang attack on an Afro-Caribbean man on Monday.  more...

Theatre

Punk hero lives on in film

A PASSIONATE punk comedy celebrating the life of music legend and former Bridgwater resident Joe Strummer rocks on stage at The Brewhouse Theatre in Taunton this week.  more...

Life tonic in Weston

AUDIENCES are treated to an evening of humour, drama and dance in Weston on Wednesday (September 12) as musical production Life and Tonic showcases some of the best talents in the Southwest.  more...

Tiverton News

Fishing competition a winner

THE FIRST fishing competition held at West Pitt Farm in Tiverton has been hailed a success The day attracted 20 boys and two girls aged between seven and 15 who all had an excellent time.  more...

Trevor Hayne

New NIAB maize list is in pipeline for 2008

READERS may recall that due to very limited trials information in 2005, it proved impossible to produce a new NIAB List for 2007, the only offering being a re-write of the 2006 List, but they will no doubt be delighted to hear that there will be a new List for 2008 and that a further 20 new varieties will be added to the First Choice List for Less Favourable Sites and accordingly, I have made brief comments on each one of those varieties based on maturity and their positioning on the list.  more...

Truro News

Arson suspected after car fire

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a car fire this morning between St Stephen and Grampound Road.  more...

Village News

BIBIC fun next weekend

A TINY tots and teddies event is being held at a Bawdrip charity next weekend.  more...

Weddings

Charles Coles and Samantha Gibbs

CHARLES Coles, eldest son of Will and Debbie Coles of Fulford Apiary, Kingston St Mary, Taunton, was married at the Blessed Virgin Church, Kingston St Mary, to Samantha Gibbs, eldest daughter of Kevin and Liz Gibbs, of Langdon Road, Bath. Charles is a financial broker and Samantha is assistant manager at Barclays Bank, Bridgwater. The reception at Maunsel House was for 150 guests and the couple went to Barbados for their honeymoon.  more...

What'S On Diary

Ploughing Match

CULLOMPTON and District Ploughing Association Annual Ploughing Match will be held at Little Clyst William Farm, Plymtree, on Sunday, September 23. Further enquiries are available from the secretary by telephoning 01392 461268.  more...

Yeovil News

Yeovil-born actress returning to town

HIGHLY-ACCLAIMED Yeovil actress Sarah Parish will be back in town later this month to visit a centre which provides services for people who have suffered brain injury.  more...

Botham's mum opposes Sports Zone plan

THE mother of cricket legend Sir Ian Botham has joined the growing group of opponents upset about the planned £20-million Sports Zone project being earmarked for the Yeovil Recreation Ground.  more...

Bare faced cheek! That's East Coker Wine Circle

MEMBERS of East Coker Wine Circle have certainly shown some bare cheek' to celebrate its 30th anniversary as it marks the milestone with various events to help raise money for local charities.  more...

It's all Razzamataz for youngsters

THE Razzamataz Theatre Schools are coming to Yeovil and will be giving children the opportunity to gain more confidence and lead an active lifestyle through performing arts.  more...

Enjoy the Climate Cafe at Ham Hill fayre

VISITORS to the Ham Hill Heritage Fayre on Saturday can enjoy a treat while finding out how to rise to the challenge of climate change at Somerset County Council's Climate Café.  more...

Help at hand for retail businesses

RETAIL businesses owners will be pleased to hear about the support grants being offered by South Somerset District Council's Area East team.  more...

Man assaulted outside nightclub

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in a car park by a nightclub in Yeovil in the early hours of September 2.  more...

Motorcyclist killed in accident

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision on the A357 at Horsington, near Templecombe, in Somerset.  more...

Bridgwater Mercury News

Fun day success for ReCreation

A FUN-packed day drew hundreds of people to a Bridgwater park last week - but there was a serious side to the event too.   more...

Let's get ready to ramble

WITH one of the largest rights of way networks in the country, Somerset is a rambler's dream with its rolling green hills and picturesque scenery.   more...

Bloom Row residents defend street

NEIGHBOURS of a Bridgwater woman who said she was too scared to live in her own home have defended their street this week.   more...

BIBIC fun next weekend

A TINY tots and teddies event is being held at a Bawdrip charity next weekend.   more...

£25k payout over dental negligence

LEGAL action against dentists is on the rise - and a Bridgwater man who won £25,000 compensation over negligent tooth care is warning others to be wary when agreeing to treatment.   more...

Farmer's surprise at Purple Phantom stunt

THE owner of North Petherton land where a protestor calling himself the Purple Phantom struck this week has explained how he discovered the stunt.   more...

Blue plaque for Blake Street

A BLUE plaque has been unveiled by Bridgwater's MP in Blake Street this week.   more...

Burnham & Highbridge Weekly News News

Motorway fire causes short delays

A LORRY and trailer caught on fire on the M5 yesterday (Wednesday) evening, causing a small build up of traffic for commuters on the way home during rush hour.   more...

Doggy duo pipped at post in finals

A BURNHAM girl and her best friend have claimed runners up spot in a national canine trainers competition held in Newbury recently.   more...

Cuddly teddies do their bit at hospital

A TEDDY bear donation scheme at Burnham hospital is working wonders by calming down distressed children.   more...

BARB charity box stolen

THIEVES have stolen a collection box used for donations to a Burnham life-saving rescue charity.   more...

Private music festival benefits good causes

A PRIVATE music festival was held recently to show the benefits of raising money for the Burnham and Highbridge organisations.   more...

No sign of missing mudflat walkers

COASTGUARDS were called to Burnham beach on Monday afternoon (September 3) after fears over the safety of two people in mudflats.   more...

Chard & Ilminster News News

Tree work set for completion

WORK to make trees safer along the A30 at Mount Pleasant in Crewkerne is due to be completed tomorrow (Friday).   more...

Road closed due to explosion risk

THE A303 at South Petherton is closed following an incident involving a white lining vehicle.   more...

Ilton score new goals

FOOTBALL aces in Ilton will have scored new safer goalposts thanks to a grant from the Football Foundation.   more...

Traffic still slow after vehicle fire

THE A303 Ilminster Bypass is still closed both ways after a line-painting vehicle carrying gas canisters caught fire at around 3am this morning.   more...

Happy Return presents skittles award

THE Happy Return Inn in Chard awarded the winners of their summer money skittles league last week.   more...

Falmouth Packet News

All aboard the Orca Sea Safari

THERE were high hopes for our group's trip as we set out on the wildlife watching rib Seaquest operated by Orca Sea Safaris from Falmouth.   more...

Mid Devon Star News

Fishing competition a winner

THE FIRST fishing competition held at West Pitt Farm in Tiverton has been hailed a success   more...

Serious crash at Brixham

At about 12.20am on this morning a two vehicle road traffic collision occurred at the junction of Burton Street and Bolton Street in Brixham.   more...

Bike the Baltic with Marie Curie

MARIE Curie Cancer Care will be starting their biggest ever cycle - an epic journey from Warsaw to St Petersburg - next year.   more...

Attempting wounding in Plymouth

Police in Plymouth are investigating an attempted wounding offence which happened at about 1.30am on Wednesday August 29 in the Neath Road area of St Judes.   more...

Non-payment of council tax lands Crediton man in prison

A CREDITON resident has been sentenced to jail for 28 days for non-payment of his council tax.   more...

Council announces highway drain improvements

A £1.5 million investment in the county's highway drain system to reduce flooding has been announced by Devon County Council Leader Brian Greenslade.   more...

A30 closed after lorry crash

The Westbound carriageway of the A30 has been closed near Okehampton this morning following a road traffic collision involving two lorries.   more...

Somerset County Gazette News

Witness sought following racially motivated gang attack

TAUNTON police are keen to trace a witness to a racially motivated gang attack on an Afro-Caribbean man on Monday.   more...

Store staff do their bit for cancer fund

STAFF at Sainsbury's Hankridge Farm store have raised £1,136 for the Breast Cancer Care Fund at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton.   more...

Youngsters get involved with the community

YOUNG people in Minehead were encourage to get involved with the local community by way of an activity day.   more...

Young musicians needed

ENTRANTS are being urged to sign up now for the prestigious Taunton Young Musician of the Year Competition.   more...

Sexual assault investigation in Taunton

A PARK in Taunton is sealed off this morning while police investigate an alleged sexual assault.   more...

Find a job with cvjobmatch

THE County Gazette has made it even easier for you to find your perfect job - all you need is a CV!   more...

Injured motorcyclist taken to hospital

A MOTORCYCLIST has been taken to Musgrove Park Hospital following an accident half a mile from Kilve on the A39 from Williton.   more...

Youngster's deadly stunts slammed

THE County Gazette has unearthed shocking video footage of Taunton youngsters performing life-threatening stunts in the town centre.   more...

Traffic problems east of Taunton

TRAFFIC on the eastern approaches to Taunton is disrupted today following an accident near South Petherton.   more...

South West Farmer News

We need to stamp it out

THE Advice from the Health Protection Agency (HPA) is that foot and mouth disease is not a direct public health threat. The Food Standards Agency considers that foot and mouth disease has no implications for the human food chain.   more...

Relaxation on restrictions

FARMERS, hoping to be in a position to start putting the latest Foot and Mouth outbreak behind them were keeping fingers crossed as South West Farmer went to press that exports will soon resume.   more...

We need to stamp it out

NEIL Parish, MEP and chairman of the European Parliament's agriculture committee who was instrumental in setting up the committee of inquiry into the UK's 2001 outbreak, said: "We must use every resource in Britain and across the EU to ensure we trace the source of this outbreak, and stamp it out.   more...

Fear of lamb price slump

PRICES paid to South West farmers for lamb are expected to drop considerably in the coming weeks. Sheep producers are becoming increasingly concerned because livestock markets are not back to normal and of the inability to export.   more...

Yeovil Express News

Motorcyclist killed in accident

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a fatal road traffic collision on the A357 at Horsington, near Templecombe, in Somerset.   more...

Man assaulted outside nightclub

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was assaulted in a car park by a nightclub in Yeovil in the early hours of September 2.   more...

  
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