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Fire brigade defends bird rescue

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue defends its decision to rescue a trapped seagull at an estimated cost of £800.

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Fire at workshop 'was accidental'

A 200m exclusion zone is set-up round the site of a fire in Roadwater amid fears gas cylinders could explode.

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Man held after abduction bailed

A 62-year-old man arrested after the attempted abduction of a 10-year-old girl in Bridgwater is released on bail.

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Dolphin volunteer's mermaid walk

A woman from Somerset takes part in a sponsored walk to raise money for British Divers Marine Life Rescue.

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Over 50 imitation guns handed in

More than 50 replica firearms have been handed in during gun amnesty in the Avon and Somerset Police Force area.

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Blue badge parking row escalates

A row breaks out about parking charges for disabled people across Bath & North East Somerset.

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Alcohol banned at seaside party

Police warn revellers planning to travel to Sunday's T4 on the beach that alcohol or glass is not allowed on site.

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Town park becomes wildlife haven

A Somerset park is to be transformed into a wildlife haven using money from the National Lottery.

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Warrant out for no-show Doherty

A warrant is issued for the arrest of musician Pete Doherty after he fails to attend a court appearance.

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