Watchet picks its royal family

YOUNG people of all ages turned out in force for Watchet Carnival Club’s annual carnival queen competition and family disco.
The judges faced a tough task shortlisting the entries and after much deliberation crowned 17-year-old Natasha Thrush as ... read full story

Minehead to host top cycling event

MINEHEAD will play host to the UK’s first cycling road race dedicated solely to women - and boasts the largest cash prize on offer in the history of the sport.
Up to 60 of the country’s top profes... read full story

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Williton family mourns crash victim

A WILLITON man who died of multiple facial injuries after his car crashed through a hedge and fencing in the early hours of Sunday morning has been described as a “darling and a sweetheart” by his fam... read full story

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New taxi ranks ‘a kick in the teeth’

FURIOUS traders in Minehead are demanding the immediate removal of two new taxi ranks in the town, calling their sudden appearance “an unbelievable kick in the teeth” for local businesses.
West So... read full story

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Flag flies in honour of armed forces

WEST Somerset Council held its first flag raising ceremony in honour of the country’s armed forces, both past and present, on Monday.
Representatives from 40 Commando Royal Marines based at Norton... read full story

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Howzat for a record score!

MINEHEAD’S cricketers hit the record book for six with a league and club record score on Saturday.
But it might never have happened had part-time firefighter Gary Bennett not made it back from a call-out in time to score 153 of the runs.
Opponents... read full story