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Thu, 28 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Somerset Wildlife Trust CEO talks about targets in column
SOMERSET Wildlife Trust has set its own nature recovery targets for 2030; to work with communities, partners, land owners, local authorities and businesses to get 1 in 4 people taking action for nature in Somerset, and to achieve at least 30% of land...

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 14:32:10 +0100
Guide Dogs hosts mystery gala dinner to raise funds for charity
GUIDE Dogs volunteer fundraising group is hosting a murder mystery gala dinner to raise funds for the sight loss charity.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:36:00 +0100
GALLERY: Jigsaw Pre-School visits Crewkerne & District Museum
A LOCAL pre-school visited Crewkerne & District Museum on Tuesday to learn more about how people used to carry out cleaning activities without technology.

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 12:10:02 +0100
Aldi garden furniture range is back with pizza ovens, hanging baskets and more
Like all Specialbuys, once they're gone they're gone so you'll have to be quick!

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 17:06:58 +0100
Dozens of drain covers stolen across Avon and Somerset
POLICE are investigating a spate of drain gully thefts across Avon and Somerset.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 15:15:27 +0100
Somerset local elections 2022: Polling station rules
In less than two weeks, Somerset residents will go to the polls to vote in their new unitary councillors, who will represent them for the next five years.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 13:08:05 +0100
Ukrainian teen barred from staying in Stocklinch with host
A MUSIC teacher from Stocklinch, near Ilminster, who has made arrangements to host an talented young Ukrainian musician said she is "embarrassed" after being told she is ineligible for the Homes for Ukraine scheme.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 11:37:44 +0100
Man joins charity event to help Mind
A MAN from Chard will raise funds for Mind with a sponsored hair, beard, and body wax.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 11:04:28 +0100
Refurbishment plans at The Choughs Hotel, Chard
A HISTORIC haunted pub in the centre of Chard is set to undergo a massive refurbishment.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:12:53 +0100
Martock-Ash Academy seeking public consult
MARTOCK-Ash Academy, planning to open in 2023, is currently seeking consult from the public to support the opening of the school.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:32:00 +0100
GALLERY: Yandles hosts Spring Handmade Market in Martock
YANDLES Art and Crafts held its Spring Handmade Market on Saturday, April 23, providing a free family day out for creative people living in South Somerset.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 10:58:43 +0100
Lidl reveals Somerset target locations in expansion plans
LIDL has revealed the locations it is targeting for new supermarkets including Taunton and Bridgwater – as part of its plans to expand to 1,100 stores by 2025.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 09:30:53 +0100
Plenty of fun had at Dubs at the Mill VW Festival
ON Saturday, there was a VW festival held at Haselbury Mill in Crewkerne.

Tue, 26 Apr 2022 12:20:19 +0100
Disney launches new homeware brand 'Disney Home'
Disney fans hold on to your hats because from today you can now buy Disney inspired homeware.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 13:11:12 +0100
Temporary bridge over A303 during roadworks
A TEMPORARY bridge is being installed over a Somerset road to reduce impact during an upgrade scheme.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 11:10:40 +0100
Life coach promotes mental wellbeing workshops in Ilminster
A LIFE coach is promoting a monthly workshop to tackle the impact of isolation and improve mental wellbeing.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 09:50:38 +0100
Friends join rally to help Fairy Bricks charity
TWO childhood friends are joining a rally to raise funds for a charity that provides Lego sets to children in hospitals and hospices.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 07:02:25 +0100
Police mobile speed camera sites in Somerset
AVON and Somerset Police have revealed where they are siting mobile speed cameras at various times this week.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 06:39:25 +0100
Roadworks schemes starting in Somerset this week
THERE are 14 major roadworks schemes and seven other projects starting across Somerset this week.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:30:04 +0100
Revolution Beauty sells dupe of NARS foundation and TikTok users approve - Get yours
Revolution Beauty is selling a dupe of a NARS foundation, saving makeup fans more than £27.

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 16:28:29 +0100
Celebrate World Penguin Day at a SEA LIFE penguin party
Celebrate World Penguin Day at SEA LIFE.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 15:37:43 +0100
These areas of Somerset could be underwater by 2030
If water levels continue to rise at their current rate, these are the areas of Somerset which could be underwater by 2030.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 11:44:53 +0100
Welcome packs appeal for Ukrainians coming to Somerset
PEOPLE across Somerset are being urged to support an appeal to help ensure every host and Ukranian family arriving in the county receive a Pantry Packer and Welcome Pack.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
List of councillors not standing in the Somerset elections
WE are barely two weeks away from the local elections in Somerset, with hundreds of candidates battling for the privilege of running the county for the next five years, writes Daniel Mumby, Local Democracy Reporter.

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 07:16:00 +0100
I Saw It First's festival looks your 2022 wardrobe needs including Coachella inspiration
I Saw It First has a collection of festival looks to inspire your outfits this year. You can even recreate Coachella outfits with the clothing.

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Top Chinese takeaways in Somerset according to Tripadvisor reviews
Top Chinese takeaways in Somerset according to Tripadvisor. Read more:

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Green focus column from Litter Free Coast & Sea Somerset
THIS Spring, community campaign Litter Free Coast & Sea Somerset (LFCSS) shares five ways you can help protect your local coastlines from litter and pollution.

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Three-bedroom home dating back to 1830s for sale in Cricket St. Thomas
A GORGEOUS three-bedroom property is on the market after nearly 20 years.

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
The Guildhall set to host night of live comedy in Chard
THE Chard Guildhall will host a comedy night next weekend, featuring comedians Tom Glover, Fiona Allen, Ricky Balshaw, and James Dowdeswell.

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
All you need to know about May 5 elections in Somerset
SOMERSET residents are days away from finding out who will be governing them and providing their local services for the next five years, writes Daniel Mumby, Local Democracy Reporter.

Sat, 23 Apr 2022 07:15:00 +0100
Aldi launches new Lacura perfumes inspired by designer brands including Carolina Herrera
Aldi releases their new collection of woman's perfumes.

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 10:38:10 +0100
Woman injured in collision with car in Yeovil garden centre
AN elderly woman needed surgery after she was struck by a car in a garden centre car park earlier this week.

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Latest planning applications in South Somerset
BELOW are planning applications received by South Somerset District Council in the week of April 11, 2022.

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 10:26:11 +0100
Outdoor garden furniture sets to suit every budget from The Range, Aldi, Wayfair and B&Q
Outdoor garden sets to suit every budget from The Range, Aldi and B&Q.

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 10:24:34 +0100
Earth Day 2022: the sustainable travel experiences you need to try from Tripadvisor
To mark Earth Day this year, Tripadvisor has rounded up an unforgettable range of sustainable travel experiences.

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 09:56:35 +0100
Orchard Pig added as new cider for Perfect Draft - How to buy
Beer Hawk has added its first cider option to its Perfect Draft device.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 17:52:29 +0100
James Knights wanted for failing to attend court
POLICE are urging anyone who sees a wanted man to call 999 straight away.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 09:56:41 +0100
Somerset NHS Trust apologises after patient kept waiting 3 years for treatment
THE Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has apologised for the waiting times endured by some of its patients, after a Freedom of Information request revealed that one person was kept on standby for almost three years.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:51:09 +0100
Get 2 Nintendo Switch games for £20 at Game including LEGO, Mario and Just Dance
Get two Nintendo Switch games for just £20 at Game.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:55:23 +0100
Hotel Chocolat launches massive 50 per cent off sale
Hotel Chocolat launch massive 50 per cent off Easter sale. Read more:

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Conservative Party manifesto for Somerset Council election
THE Conservative Party have placed emphasis on their “track record” ahead of May’s Somerset unitary authority elections.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:30:00 +0100
The Green Party council election manifesto
"A RECORD number of Green Party candidates are standing in the elections to the new Somerset Council.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:30:00 +0100
Labour's manifesto for Somerset Council election
"LABOUR are back in Somerset and hoping to build on existing strongholds in Bridgwater and Taunton.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Advantages of being an Independent candidate
JOHN Hunt is an experienced Independent councillor, currently serving the electorate at parish, district and county council level.

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
LibDem manifesto for Somerset Council election
TACKLING the government on sewage in rivers, discounted bus travel for teenagers, safe cycle routes and more trees are key Liberal Democrat proposals.

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 16:31:40 +0100
Latest Covid deaths in South Somerset
GOVERNMENT figures show five people in South Somerset who had Covid-19 died in the latest weekly period.

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 10:12:40 +0100
Near miss on the A303 caught by police camera
AVON and Somerset Police have shared a video of a near miss on the A303.

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 09:27:03 +0100
Discover Glorious Gardens across Somerset and support St Margaret’s Hospice
MORE than 30 beautiful gardens across Somerset are opening to visitors this summer in aid of St Margaret’s Hospice.

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Somerset’s Public Health team urges Spring Booster jab take up
Somerset County Council’s Public Health team is urging older and more vulnerable residents to take up the offer of a free, further Covid-19 booster vaccine.

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 15:15:48 +0100
Somerset primary school place allocations for September 2022
ALMOST 5,000 children will be starting at the Somerset primary school of their choice at the start of the next academic year in September.



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