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Ken Rattenbury, a Bridport resident and lifelong circus enthusiast, saw his extraordinary archive of vintage circus memorabilia captivate collectors at an auction this June. The extensive collection, sold by Lawrences … Read More

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A bus route serving rural communities is set for extension following the cancellation of a “vital” local service, which campaigners say has inflicted significant damage. The discontinued 84/54 route connected … Read More

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Sir Ashley Fox, Conservative MP for Bridgwater, expresses deep concern over recent changes to UK abortion law that he believes unsettle a carefully considered balance between the rights of women and the protection of unborn … Read More

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Independent councillors in Bath and North East Somerset are urging the local council to take stronger action to support small and rural businesses, highlighting the risk of widespread closures under current policies. The … Read More

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Children at Guinea Lane Nursery, nestled in the heart of Bath, are thriving as independent and confident learners, according to a recent Ofsted inspection that awarded the nursery a ‘Good’ rating across all evaluated areas. … Read More

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On Wednesday evening, Channel 4’s Britain’s Most Expensive Houses gave viewers an exclusive glimpse into some of the UK’s most remarkable and luxurious properties. Among them was the magnificent Llwynhelig House, a … Read More