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I was proud to attend the formal unveiling of Watchet's War Memorial on Saturday. Many local people have worked very hard indeed so that the town can permanently honour 58 residents who lost their lives in two world wars. The design for … [Read more...] about Lest We Forget

Petro Poroshenko is a big man in every sense. He makes his Russian counterpart look small. He made a fortune in the confectionery trade and is now President of Ukraine - that sprawling nation on Russia's border that Vladimir Putin is so … [Read more...] about Can this man win peace?

Exmoor National Park is 60 this year! Among the imaginative celebrations is a competition to design the ideal Exmoor flag. It is a fine idea. Entries have to be in by July 21st and anyone can take part! Well almost anyone! The winning … [Read more...] about Flag it Up!

For those of you with time to spare and deep pockets for the journey - enjoy the beautiful games! For all of you with a mobile phone in your pocket, take care. Calling home from Brazil may cost a packet. This helpful advice has just been … [Read more...] about Bridgwater to Brazil?

This is how it was This is how it is now RESIDENTS of Moorland received a Royal visit when the Earl and Countess of Wessex arrived yesterday. But Moorland is a very different place from the waterlogged scenes that everyone … [Read more...] about After the floods……