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Bath Dogs and Cats home are struggling under a tidal wave of kittens according to Somerset Live, with 27 cats and 31 kittens rescued in May.The Stroud News and Journal reports an equine therapy centre in Stroud is looking for a new home as its current one is up for sale.ITV West Country have spoken to Bath Rugby's CEO who says their latest plans for the Rec have been given UNESCO approval.
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Wiltshire Police have a new search dog which came from a rescue home. Named Frank, he has also found a huge amount of cash recently hidden under pillows during a drugs raid.The Burnham on Sea search and rescue team are to appear on a Channel 5 show later in the year after filming took place on Monday.Bristol Rovers have paid tribute to a former employee at the club, Roy Dolling, on Facebook
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