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Pop Idol Rivals Reunite in Christmas Pantos Wednesday, April 16, 2025 pop idol rivalry pantomime christmas reunion stars competition west country social media banter The rivalry between the first season Pop Idol finalists is set to revive as Will Young and Gareth Gates reunite on stage, this time in the world of pantomime. The two, who competed in the inaugural season of the ITV singing … Read More
Liberal Democrats Make a Comeback in General Election 2024 Friday, July 5, 2024 general election liberal democrats glastonbury somerton victory sarah dyke constituency rural communities west country somerset comeback The Liberal Democrats have made a significant comeback in the West Country, clinching victory in the Glastonbury and Somerton seat during the general election. Sarah Dyke, who previously won the Somerton and Frome by-election … Read More
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Tragic Loss: Doting Father Killed in West Country Crash Wednesday, November 29, 2023 tragic father west country crash cocaine speeding accident family loss inquest A doting father, Mateusz Kufel, tragically lost his life in a car crash while on his way to work on a wet road. The inquest revealed that he was speeding and under the influence of cocaine, leading to the fatal accident. … Read More
Renowned Chef Revitalizes Iconic West Country Pub Wednesday, November 29, 2023 chef pub reopening west country classics community traditional british atmosphere gastro-themed Renowned award-winning chef John Hooker, known for his success with the gastro-themed Cornish Arms, has reopened the cherished Blacksmiths Arms in Lamerton, Devon. Hundreds flocked to the “emotional” reopening … Read More