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CHARD shoppers could soon be able to grab a coffee or hot pasty after doing their shop in one of their town’s two biggest supermarkets, writes Daniel Mumby, Local Democracy Reporter.

Minimising the risk of fires in homes, industrial units, hotels, guest houses and care homes will be among the priorities of the region’s fire service for the next five years.

AN Avon and Somerset police officer used a force computer to check on colleagues' and other people's records, it is claimed.

A WOMAN from Ilminster has explained why she has “never looked back” at her decision to join a Slimming World group.

SOUTH Somerset District Council planning enforcement team have removed a caravan from agricultural land after reports of planning violations.

MILLIONS of pounds must be spent to restore the backlog of substandard bridges in Somerset to a good condition, new figures show.

THIS week Somerset County Cricket Club hosted the first ever jobs fair.

As part of new the guidance people who have a cough or cold are to be urged to “stay home and avoid contact with other people”.

THE A303 Ilminster Bypass is closed between Southfields roundabout and South Petherton following a "multi-vehicle collision" that occurred at around 6:20am.

AROUND 100 children attended a play event in Chard on Saturday (March 26).

A SOMERSET parent suffered “injustice” and “distress” after the county council refused to let her daughter start school in reception class.

Garden trends are ever changing, from egg chairs to rattan furniture, but one thing that remains the ultimate garden luxury is of course a hot tub.

THE Rotary Club of Chard has raised more than £3000 with a campaign in support of Ukraine.

THE Flying Start Challenge Regional Final 2022 reawakened an aerospace adventure for young people across Yeovil with the return of the first in-person event in two years at RNAS Yeovilton this week.

A SOMERSET MP has accused the county council of spending “ultimately about £20M” on a new IT system – just 12 months before it formally ceases to exist.

A PUB landlord has been found guilty of sexually assaulting three barmaids by pushing their wages into their cleavages.

ON Friday (March 25) the Pancake Pod were giving away free pancakes for a good cause.

CHILDREN from across Somerset celebrated Red Nose Day on Friday, March 18.

Are you feeling a little Whistle-down now that you've binge-watched series two of Bridgerton? Let Stradivarius cheer you up.

Payday is as good an excuse as ever for a treat.

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after burglars were scared off after breaking into a home.

THESE are the hundreds of sites where Avon and Somerset Police will be siting mobile speed cameras across Somerset at certain times this week.

TRAVEL Somerset has announced just four roadworks schemes starting in Somerset this week.

JUST in time for a summer full of festivities and fun, Brothers Cider has launched a brand new flavour, Cherry Bakewell.

PUPILS at Avishayes Primary School in Chard dressed up as their favourite book characters earlier this month to celebrate World Book Day.

Lego is offering a free gift with purchases in time for Easter

WHEN local authorities across the country declared Climate Emergencies, most around three years ago, they acknowledged the need to act, with urgency, on the causes and impacts of climate change.

BELOW are planning applications received by South Somerset District Council in the week of March 14, 2022.

A NEW managing partner will take over the reigns at a popular accountancy firm from May 2022.

Here's a roundup of some of Aldi's Specialbuys and Lidl's Middle Aisle items from Sunday, March 27.

The Glastonbury resale takes place today and is your last chance to get hold of tickets to the festival – here’s everything you need to know.

A MAN killed in a road traffic collision in Cornwall is believed to be from Somerset, according to police.

THE Queen's personal representative in Somerset is planning a 70-mile Jubilee Jaunt to celebrate the monarch's seven decades on the throne.

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A GORGEOUS Grade II Listed farmhouse sits on the edge of Ilminster.

Best Bridgerton inspired girl baby names

Travelodge has ranked the best landmarks to visit in the UK this Spring. See the full list and how to book a room nearby.

We have just been reunited with Lady Whistledown and her drama in series two but we are already wanting more. Will fans get a third and a fourth series?

Bridgerton is back for series two but if you want to more your Regency romance last a little longer, here's where you can buy the books and what order to read them in.

COMMUNITY heroes who make a difference where they live will be recognised in a new award scheme being run by every local BBC radio station in England - but they need your help to identify people who should be honoured.

SHEPTON Beauchamp Church School has received a glowing report from Church inspectors.

SOMERSET'S health and social care services are under more pressure than at any time during the Covid-19 pandemic.

SOMERSET is one of the councils in Britain with the highest number of substandard bridges.

Here's a roundup of BBQs and pizza ovens perfect for your garden this year.

Bridgerton is back on our screens so dress for the occasion with I Saw It First, Boohoo and more.

Bridgerton is back on our screens and it's about time that we Debutantes dressed for the occasion. Get the Regency look from I Saw It First.

A PUB landlord has denied sexually assaulting female bar staff by pushing money into their bras when he paid them.

A GROUP of around 12 young people set on four adults walking home in Chard.

YEOVIL’S MP has blasted plans to move an “iconic” Somerset tourist attraction and the surrounding villages into a different constituency.