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Page last updated at 10:49 GMT, Friday, 18 December 2009

esther dobbs, yeovil Newlyweds' joy at BA strike news
A couple from Yeovil whose honeymoon plans were under threat of cancellation have welcomed news that a planned strike by BA cabin crew has been called off.

Lubaya Turpin with her mother Angelica, Sandie Smith and Sean O'Brien Liver cancer warning for drinkers
A transplant patient from Taunton believes binge drinking will affect organ donation.


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Oldest mower wins national prize
A lawnmower in Ilminster has been hailed as the oldest motorised model in Britain in a national competition run by Honda.

Tributes for speedway star
Pay tribute to Emil Kramer, the Somerset Rebels star who was crowned rider of the year last season, who died on Wednesday.

Christmas lights in Burnham
A decade-long Somerset tradition is in full flow in Burnham with people decking their homes with Christmas lights in aid of local charities.

Councils' audit breakdown
How have Somerset councils fared in the Audit Commission report? Find out with this district breakdown.

Social workers see work increase
People working in child protection say their workload has 'shot up' due to people being more aware of children at risk.

Pride of Somerset Youth Awards
Get your nominations in for this year's awards which celebrate inspiring young people in the county.

In depth: council cutbacks
Here's a breakdown of some of the cutbacks councils throughout Somerset are planning as their budgets are tightened.


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