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A line of three pairs of scissors and five kitchen knives of varying size and colours. Some have black handles, while others have pink and orange.

Recycling warning as dangerous items left in bags

At least 15 knives have been found in blue recycling bags in just a few weeks.

Prince William the Prince of Wales smiles as he holds a microphone during an event at Pensford in Somerset. He is wearing a black jumper and has styled stubble on his face

Somerset in Pictures: Races and a royal visit

Our weekly round-up of images from across the county includes the Prince of Wales in Pensford.

The courtyard at Calvert Exmoor is surrounded by a two-storey building made from stone which features a belltower above a large double door. There are gardens of shrubs and pathways made of slabs in the foreground.

Activities centre hits £500k target to stay open

A charity offering activities for people with disabilities praises the "wave of support".

Wimbleball Lake images taken from Google Maps showing the water with hills in the distance, and a gravel beach in the foreground

Powerboat engines stolen from Exmoor lake

The engines of 10 boats are taken in a raid police say has a "significant" financial value.

County Hall in Somerset. It is a brown brick building with lots of windows and flags outside. A turquoise sign reading welcome to County Hall is outside the building

Council to sell assets to avoid bankruptcy

Somerset Council has authorised the sale of 22 of its assets to bridge an £80m gap in finances.

A crowd of about 50 people gathered together holding placards and a banner reading 'save our buses'

Bus route decline is 'devastating' say residents

Passengers criticise a new timetable which they claim has reduced their service.

Exmoor Horn Sheep

Rare sheep breed brings joy to farmer couple

A rare sheep breed is bringing joy to a Somerset couple who have been rearing them for 13 years.

Car tyres in piles on the grass verge beside a country road on the Quantock Hills.

Fear recycling centre loss could lead to fly-tipping

Somerset Council is looking to cut spending on waste by £1m over the next two years.

A green bus in Taunton driving at night

'Lifeline' bus services saved from being axed

A new deal between a council and an operator has prevented the important routes from being cut.