Police Seek Help After Theft and Threats at Taunton Supermarket Thursday, September 4, 2025 theft taunton supermarket police alcohol assault vandalism suspect avonsomerset investigation Avon and Somerset Police are investigating a theft and threatening incident that took place at a supermarket on Roman Road, Taunton, in early July. On the evening of July 2nd, around 6pm, a man reportedly took several bottles … Read More
Three-Year Ban for Drink-Driver Over Four Times Legal Limit Monday, September 1, 2025 drinkdriving disqualification road safety alcohol police taunton anpr sentencing collision avonsomerset Andre Vrona, 43, of Plain Pond, Wiveliscombe, has been disqualified from driving for three years after being found more than four times over the legal alcohol limit while driving his Volkswagen Golf on the A358 near Henlade. … Read More
Alcoholic Ordered into Treatment Following Vehicle Crimes in Weston-super-Mare Monday, July 28, 2025 alcohol addiction theft vehicle crime treatment probation police sentencing weston-super-mare A 28-year-old man from Robin Close, Weston-super-Mare, has been sentenced to undergo treatment for alcohol dependency after pleading guilty to multiple vehicle-related offences. The individual admitted to theft from a motor … Read More
Somerset MP Rachel Gilmour Faces Scrutiny Over Expense Claims Sunday, July 27, 2025 expenses mp somerset rachelgilmour controversy parliament ipsa birthdaycards alcohol hospitality Rachel Gilmour, the Liberal Democrat MP for Tiverton and Minehead, has come under fire after documents revealed she charged birthday cards, golf club hospitality, and alcohol to public expenses despite her £91,000 annual … Read More
Glastonbury Festival-Goers Grapple with ‘Post-Glasto Flu’ After Legendary Weekend Friday, July 4, 2025 glastonbury flu festival health immunesystem hygiene recovery alcohol prevention wellness Following five nights of high energy, limited sleep, questionable hygiene, and close contact with thousands, numerous Glastonbury Festival attendees are now reporting flu-like symptoms a week after the event. The much-loved … Read More
New Supermarket Plan in Sherborne Sparks Alcohol-Related Disorder Concerns Wednesday, July 2, 2025 sherborne alcohol supermarket licensing noise parking antisocial community safety dorset Sherborne Town Council has formally objected to the application for an alcohol licence at a new supermarket planned for 87-89 Cheap Street, a former bank building. The council, along with about 30 local residents, has raised … Read More