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Carys NallyWest of England Paula Ogun HectorPaula Ogun Hector created the Tapestry of Black Britons to show the UK is "all one fabric"The artist behind a tapestry highlighting the wartime service of Black Britons has said it is part of efforts to tell a "missing" story. Artist Paula Ogun Hector, who led the multi-participant project, said the exhibition "spotlights inclusive British history".Wells Cathedral in Somerset, will display the 4m (13ft) long tapestry as part of the Tapestry of…

Clara Bullock,West of England and Alastair McKee,SomersetBBCChildren and older athletes take part in the Cobble Wobble, as well as some in fancy dressA race taking cyclists up a steep and narrow cobbled hill has taken place in a Somerset village.The Cobble Wobble in Frome attracted people in fancy dress alongside professional athletes on Sunday.The route up Catherine Hill is designed to test the riders' strength and skill, and the winners are crowned the King and Queen of the…

A man in his 50s has died and three other people taken to hospital after a single-vehicle crash, police have said.Officers were called to the incident on the A303 between Sparkford and Wincanton in Somerset at 14:15 GMT.Avon and Somerset Police confirmed a man in his 50s died at the scene - his next of kin have been informed.Of those taken to hospital, one is believed to be in a life-threatening condition, the second remains there with injuries…

Charlie Taylor,BBC Radio Somerset and Chris Lockyer,SomersetYoung SomersetA Bold and Brave store has opened in Angel Place Shopping Centre in BridgwaterA new charity shop, which aims to help young people who face barriers getting into employment, has opened.Run by charity Young Somerset, the new Bold and Brave store in Angel Place Shopping Centre, Bridgwater, will help train 14-25-year-olds in retail, hospitality and entrepreneurship.The charity, which has also relocated its Taunton store to the town's Independent Quarter, supports young…

BBC Weather Watchers/Zach NailorFreezing temperatures and a dusting of snow have not stopped people - and animals - from getting out and about in the region this week. This gorgeously fluffy alpaca in a field near Cirencester was unsure about the snow on Wednesday morning.And Christmas is definitely in the air, with preparations for events from lantern parades to carnivals already underway. Here is a selection of pictures from across the West in our weekly round-up.Gloucester Cathedral/Jordan ChungRoyal…

Clara Bullock,West of England and Dan Ayers,SomersetThe Rockpool ProjectDespite the cold and wet weather, people waded through rock pools on Klive BeachVolunteers have waded through cold water to compete in finding the most species in rock pools.The Rockpool Project held its first Somerset competition at Klive Beach earlier, where participants raced against time to identify wildlife and score points for the species they discover.The project hopes to gather valuable data on biodiversity in rock pool beaches.Athene Allen, volunteer…

Daniel MumbyLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceLDRSSomerset Council proposed to introduce Sunday parking charges across the countyA church leader says implementing car parking charges on a Sunday would "irrevocably damage" town centres.Somerset Council estimated the implementation of the charges across the county would raise £730,000 of additional funding every year.However, councillors and Judith Butler, a Taunton church leader, warned the move would severely damage high streets and would result in fewer people shopping, eating out or attending religious services.While the…

Rachel Candlin,West of England and Simon Parkin,SomersetRikh HartRikh Hart (L) and Stuart Perrin aim to stay awake for the full 24-hour marathonBoard game enthusiasts in Somerset are taking part in a 24-hour marathon to raise money for charity.The event is being hosted by Bridgwater Geek and Gaming at The Activity Warehouse - and people can take part in eight-hour slots."People get really passionate about these different games, be it board games, role-playing or card games, so it's an…

Widespread sickness has led to a state boarding school having to be temporarily closed.The BBC understands 70 pupils and staff members at Brymore Academy in Bridgwater, Somerset, are currently suffering with vomiting and gastroenteritis deemed to be "highly infectious".The school closed on Thursday and remains shut with a spokesperson saying the decision was made to "safeguard the health and wellbeing" of the school community.The exact cause of the outbreak is currently unknown.Nicola Mould, the CFO of the Bridgwater…