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The University of Bath confirms end to controversial lab experiment on mice
West Somerset News

The University of Bath confirms end to controversial lab experiment on mice

The University of Bath has decided to end the use of the controversial “forced swim test” on mice, confirming it has no intention of ...

William Davies
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Yeovil Cop Attempted to Develop Relationship With Domestic Abuse Victim
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Yeovil Cop Attempted to Develop Relationship With Domestic Abuse Victim

A former Avon & Somerset police officer, known only as PC Z due to legal anonymity, has been banned from policing after attempting to ...

William Davies
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Dog killed following crash in Yeovil as police hunt driver
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Dog killed following crash in Yeovil as police hunt driver

A heartbreaking accident occurred in Yeovil early on Saturday, February 1, when a dog was struck by a car and had to be put ...

William Davies
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The mother of teenage soldier who took her own life accuses Army of 'cover-up'
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The mother of teenage soldier who took her own life accuses Army of ‘cover-up’

The mother of a teenage Royal Artillery Gunner who died by suicide has accused the Army of attempting to conceal its failures after a ...

William Davies
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Suspected grenades removed following Weston-super-Mare Town Hall evacuation
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Suspected grenades removed following Weston-super-Mare Town Hall evacuation

Weston-super-Mare Town Hall was evacuated earlier today (Tuesday, February 20) after two suspected historic grenades were discovered in a bag brought to the police ...

William Davies
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The Met Office issues grim 12-hour 70mph weather warning this weekend
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The Met Office issues grim 12-hour 70mph weather warning this weekend

The Met Office has issued a yellow wind warning for parts of South West England this weekend, warning of strong winds and heavy rain ...

David
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Weymouth student wins agricultural bursary to start her farming career
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Weymouth student wins agricultural bursary to start her farming career

Farming may not be in her family tree, but it’s firmly rooted in her ambitions. Katie Burgoine, a student at Weymouth and Kingston Maurward ...

David
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Hero Dog Louis Walks 3k Miles to Raise Thousands for Cancer Research
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Hero Dog Louis Walks 3k Miles to Raise Thousands for Cancer Research

A brave four-legged companion has earned a spot as a finalist in the Kennel Club Hero Dog Award, a prestigious honor celebrating canine valor. ...

David
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Wiltshire launches a major school toothbrushing drive to combat child tooth decay
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Wiltshire launches a major school toothbrushing drive to combat child tooth decay

In Wiltshire, young children are tackling tooth decay head-on as schools and nurseries team up for a new dental health push. Supported by Wiltshire ...

David
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Wells Comedy Festival announces star-studded lineup for a laugh-out-loud weekend
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Wells Comedy Festival announces star-studded lineup for a laugh-out-loud weekend

The streets of Wells will soon resound with laughter as the Wells Comedy Festival reveals a fresh lineup of top-tier talent for its 2025 ...

David
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