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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
British kayaker Emma Kelty 'murdered' on Amazon trip
Police in Brazil say they have arrested a teenager over the 43-year-old kayaker's death.
Avon and Somerset Police 'at tipping point over funding cuts'
The chief constable and PCC warn there will be "serious consequences" if government cuts continue.
Appeal to help storm-hit Manx shearwaters
The birds, now being cared for in Somerset, were rescued from Pembrokeshire by the RSPCA on Monday.
James Bond memorabilia auction gives fans licence to spend
A private collector is selling 007 props used by Sean Connery and Daniel Craig.
Royal Navy historic plane returns to Somerset three years after crash-landing at a show
The 1944 fighter was taking part in an aerobatic display in Cornwall in July 2014 when the plane lost power.
Badger culling begins in 21 areas of England
Eleven new areas joined the government's badger culling zones across England this year.
Trowbridge man jailed after vigilante sting
Sex offender was caught when he arrived to meet who he thought was an 11-year-old girl.
Flying Scotsman gets stuck on Somerset hill
The legendary locomotive had a problem getting up a hill on the West Somerset Railway.
How early jukebox put Clevedon Pier on the map
The rock and roll past of an elegant Victorian pier in Somerset has been revealed in a popular culture study.
Surrey v Somerset: Rikki Clarke takes career best 7-55 as visitors struggle
Rikki Clarke takes a career best 7-55 as Surrey have the better of day one against relegation rivals Somerset at The Oval.
Johann Myburgh agrees Somerset contract for limited-overs matches in 2018
Somerset's Johann Myburgh signs a new contract to keep him at the county for white-ball cricket next season.
WSL 1: Yeovil Town Ladies sign Bristol City Women's Georgia Evans
Yeovil Town Ladies sign Welsh midfielder Georgia Evans following her release from Bristol City Women.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Gold vexed by Joseph's Bath link
Bath coach Gary Gold berates "irresponsible" reports linking London Irish's Jonathan Joseph with a move to the Rec.
Somerset support Rehman's return
Coach Andy Hurry says Somerset had no qualms in bringing Pakistan's Abdur Rehman back to Taunton despite his drugs ban.
Trego signs new Somerset contract
All-rounder Peter Trego signs a new three-year deal with Somerset after an impressive year with ball and bat.
Rehman to make Somerset return
Somerset announce Pakistan Test bowler Abdur Rehman is to return to Taunton for the latter part of the 2013 campaign.
Big Buck's likely to miss season
Racehorses Big Buck's and Al Ferof likely to miss rest of season after "problem" discovered by trainer Paul Nicholls.
England bring in Buttler & Woakes
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.
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Rochdale father jailed for 'sadistic' murder of baby son
Craig Dawick left his eight-month-old son with the injuries of a "car crash victim".
M1 closure: No explosives found in 'suspicious object'
Drivers are trapped for hours after the discovery of the object leads to the road's closure.
'Remove racist' Native American tapestry from public display
A group representing American Indians says the British work depicts native peoples as "savages".
Bridport teenager 'died after treatment delays' in Cambodia
Gap year traveller Kit Mallinson, 18, became ill with pneumonia and died in hospital.
Diss betting shop employees save loyal customer, 72
Michael Base collapsed at his home and was found in a diabetic coma when staff raised the alarm.
Victor Bede: New Year drug-death ambulance delay 'regrettable'
Victor Bede died during London Ambulance Service's computer system crash on New Year's Day.
Briton 'murdered' on Amazon trip
Police in Brazil say they have arrested a teenager over the 43-year-old kayaker's death.
'Exceptionally rare' crucifix found by metal detectorist
The small lead object is only the third of its kind to be discovered in England.
Kirby Misperton fracking: Protesters arrested as equipment arrives
Lorries are moving specialist equipment on to a shale gas site in North Yorkshire.
Bearded Broz volunteers to clear-up 'big skip' Birmingham
The group say this time it will prioritize rubbish outside elderly and vulnerable people's homes.
Girl 'nearly hanged' on Hampshire activity centre rope bridge
The 11-year-old slipped and was left hanging by a safety lanyard around her neck, a court hears.
Rochdale Council's child abuse failings 'unforgiveable'
Abuse at a school and a hostel "cast a long shadow over the town", says the council boss.
Source: BBC News
