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Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Somerset bin collectors suspended for safety breaches
A NUMBER of staff responsible for kerbside waste and recycling collections in Somerset have been suspended for "possible breaches of safe working practices".

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:50:50 +0000
Police appeal to trace Andrew Barclay for missing court appearance
POLICE are appealing for help to track down a man who failed to attend a court appearance.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Virtual Honesty Box to be set up at Quantock Hills for visitors
VISITORS to a popular beauty spot will soon have the opportunity to support the area with a new virtual honesty box.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Latest cases from North Somerset Magistrates' Court
A MAN from London was fined £120 for drug driving in Weston-super-Mare.

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Plans submitted for 50 homes on Broadway Hill, near Ilminster
THERE are plans for 50 homes in a village near Ilminster.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 13:36:40 +0000
Motorcyclist dies in crash near Wyke Champflower
A YOUNG motorcyclist has died following a collision on a road in Somerset.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Headteachers react to schools changes in Crewkerne and Ilminster
PARENTS and headteachers have been reacting to the decision which will restructure the schools system in Ilminster and Crewkerne.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 22:00:00 +0000
BBC reveal Strictly Come Dancing 2021 pro line-up
Last year saw the show enjoy its highest average ratings for three years.

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 14:22:00 +0000
TUI announce 48 new store closures amid Covid-19 pandemic
273 employees will be affected by the changes with the tour operator offering new roles in other locations.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Abri takes doormats from Walrond Court in Ilminster
RESIDENTS in Walrond Court in Ilminster were outraged last week after their doormats were taken away.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:32:11 +0000
Latest Covid-19 daily figures
THE number of positive Covid-19 tests has fallen again over the latest 24-hour period.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:00:29 +0000
Somerset pair travel to Essex for birthday party
TWO men from Somerset flouted the Covid-19 restrictions by making a 200-mile trip to attend a friend's birthday party.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 08:50:46 +0000
Castle Primary School and Buckland St Mary pupils return to school
TWO primary schools in South Somerset welcomed back all their students last week.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Driving offences in Taunton Magistrates' Courts
A MOTORIST caught behind the wheel three times while disqualified and suspected of drink or drug driving has been jailed for 26 weeks.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:59:00 +0000
Latest results from Yeovil Magistrates' Court
A MAN from South Petherton has been ordered to pay compensation and to comply with a curfew, after damaging a car.

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:51:41 +0000
Car damaged in Yeovil fire
FIREFIGHTERS were called to tackle a car fire in Yeovil last night (March 22)

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 07:10:28 +0000
All adults could be asked to test themselves twice a week for Covid
More regular testing is regarded as a key to avoiding further national lockdowns.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:38:57 +0000
Was 'sonic boom' in Somerset caused by a METEOR?
SCIENTISTS believe they have explained the cause of a 'sonic boom' heard across Somerset over the weekend.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:53:21 +0000
Just two positive Covid tests in one day in Somerset West and Taunton
SOMERSET recorded a total of 40 positive Covid-19 tests in the latest 24-hour figures.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 16:18:09 +0000
Police appeal for Ian, who was missing from home in Wincanton
POLICE are appealing for information on the whereabouts of missing man Ian.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 15:10:37 +0000
Latest Covid-19 vaccine figures in Somerset
NEARLY all Somerset residents aged 55 and over have received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:48:41 +0000
Just four positive Covid tests in 48 hours in Somerset West and Taunton
THE Covid-19 pandemic continued its downward trend in Somerset over the weekend.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 07:05:45 +0000
Where police are siting mobile speed cameras in Somerset this week
AVON and Somerset Police have announced there will be mobile speed camera checks in the following locations during the week commencing today (Monday, March 22).

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
First 110 homes approved for housing development on Crewkerne Key Site
WORK on a long-awaited Somerset housing development will begin in a matter of months after detailed plans for the first homes were approved.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Latest cases at Taunton Magistrates' Court
A MAN appeared at Taunton Magistrates' Court on March 15 for drink driving.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 05:56:02 +0000
Glastonbury Festival organisers submit plan for Worthy Farm campsite and two-day event THIS YEAR
THE site of the Glastonbury Festival could soon be open to campers - even when the event is NOT running - and also plans to hold up to two days of music THIS YEAR.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 09:19:07 +0000
Milestones in the year since we first went into lockdown
Here are some of the UK's biggest milestones in the year since we first went into lockdown.

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:50:09 +0000
Piers Morgan aims fresh dig at Meghan Markle amid early wedding claims
The duchess said that she and Harry had a secret ceremony with the Archbishop of Canterbury in their “backyard” three days before their royal wedding.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Pupils at The Redstart Primary School, Chard, create 'Tree of Hope' artwork
A PRIMARY school in Chard took part in an art project called 'Tree of Hope' during the most recent coronavirus lockdown.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 09:16:47 +0000
Crews battle garage fire on Bayford Hill, Wincanton
CREWS battled a garage fire for four hours last night (March 20).

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 07:36:18 +0000
BIG BANG THEORIES: Mystery over cause of yesterday's massive 'sonic boom' in Somerset
SPECULATION is rife over what caused a mystery 'sonic boom' that shook Somerset yesterday (Saturday).

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Latest cases at Taunton Magistrates' Court
A MAN appeared in Taunton Magistrates' Court on March 15 and was found guilty of harassment.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 05:45:00 +0000
Lionel Edwards painting returns to Taunton for auction
A PAINTING sold at auction in Taunton 20 years ago is returning to the same saleroom to go under the hammer once again.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 15:22:37 +0000
Here are the new rules for people shielding from 1 April
More than 3.7m people in England can stop shielding on 1 April - new rules at a glance

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000
COLUMN: 'A great business Budget - but not for South West'
WORKING together, the British Chambers of Commerce (BCC), Somerset Chamber of Commerce and the wider chamber network secured several important achievements for businesses in the 2021 Budget.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 12:30:00 +0000
High winds and peaceful views: Somerset Camera Club pictures
BELOW are our pick of pictures from the Somerset Camera Club for the week of March 15, 2021.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 07:33:08 +0000
Man was doing 122mph on M5 after getting a HAIRCUT
A MAN has been arrested after officers stopped a car driving at 122mph on the M5 - after GETTING A HAIRCUT IN WALES, police said.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:05:00 +0000
Sailor’s Rolex bought at the NAAFI is now worth £10,000!
A WRISTWATCH bought new by a sailor whilst serving on a ship at Singapore is expected to sell for more than £10,000 at auction.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
New Chard swimming pool opening delayed until next March
CHARD'S new swimming pool may not open until March 2022 after “bad weather” and a positive coronavirus case delayed construction.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Latest cases dealt with by Taunton Magistrates' Court
A WOMAN from Frome has been fined £83 for speeding in Bath last January.

Sat, 20 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Council pays £450k for Costa outlet in Glastonbury B&Q car park
A SOMERSET council is to pay a private contractor up to £450,000 to build a new Costa Coffee outlet as part of its commercial investment programme.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:50:53 +0000
You'll be able to rent an e-scooter in Chard and Crewkerne from next week
PEOPLE in Chard and Crewkerne will be able to hop on an electric scooter from Thursday (March 25).

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 06:00:00 +0000
The Covid roadmap back to normality
IF everything goes to plan, it's just possible that things will be back to near normality in three months' time.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 16:32:25 +0000
Covid infection rates in Somerset fluctuate slightly as another patient dies from the virus
THE Covid-19 infection rate in Somerset has seen slight fluctuations in the latest figures.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:59:29 +0000
South Somerset performs well at Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards
THE Bristol, Bath and Somerset Tourism Award winners have been announced for 2020/21, in a virtual ceremony on Thursday night.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 13:10:00 +0000
Artist impressions of how Chard will look after regeneration scheme
WORK is progressing on ambitious plans to regenerate Chard town centre.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:28:29 +0000
Holiday Activities and Food Programme for disadvantaged children in Somerset
MORE than 2,000 disadvantaged children across Somerset will be offered the chance to enjoy food, exercise and friends over the Easter school holiday.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Gallagher Electric Fencing – proven success
With an extensive network of distributors across the South West, Gallagher are leaders in temporary and electric fencing systems for all applications and types of livestock with an outstanding track record of innovation.

Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:37:00 +0000
Oltco to offer sustainable driveway solution in South Somerset
A COMPANY offering a sustainable driveway solution has arrived in South Somerset.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:49:20 +0000
A Covid death reported in Somerset's latest daily figures as new confirmed cases remain low
THE latest Covid related death has been recorded in Somerset, despite the number of positive tests remaining low.



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