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Tue, 28 Jun 2022 21:07:56 +0100
Man and woman found dead in Thornford near Sherborne
Detectives have launched an investigation after a man and woman were found dead at an address near Sherborne.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 13:20:50 +0100
Census 2021: First results show South Somerset’s population has grown over past decade
THE first results of the 2021 census are in – and they show South Somerset has seen its population swell over the last decade.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:36:24 +0100
Winsham Street Fair photos
THE Winsham Street Fair took place on Saturday, June 25.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 10:02:00 +0100
Swanmead Community School reaches British Dodgeball Schools Championship finals
AN Ilminster school is celebrating taking part in a national dodgeball championship finals event in Stoke-in-Trent after qualifying in January.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 12:23:22 +0100
A303 re-opens after broken-down lorry is cleared
The A303 has re-opened after traffic was held earlier today because of a broken-down lorry in the westbound carriageway between the A358 Horton Cross and the A30 Upottery .

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:46:00 +0100
Dougal Glaisher kayak adventure fundraises for Action4Diabetes
CRICKET St Thomas local and born adventurer Dougall Glaisher is currently on a surfski adventure with no destination as he raises funds for Action4Diabetes.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Guests enjoy historic military vehicle show Haselbury Mill
AT the weekend people from near and some from far all enjoyed the Historic Military Vehicle Gathering at Haselbury Mill.

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:48:08 +0100
Get Disney+ for free when you book your next Disney holiday – find out how
To get 12 months free, book any Hotel + Ticket package in a Disney Hotel or Les Villages Nature Paris.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 15:21:39 +0100
Man accused of exposing himself during Ilminster festival
A homeless man has appeared in court accused of exposing himself during the Shindig festival near Ilminster last month.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 13:46:46 +0100
Harriet Biddick enjoys dream week at Hickstead
CHARD rider Harriet Biddick was on superb form at the Al Shira’aa Hickstead Derby Meeting (23-26 June), winning the Hickstead Derby Trial and the British Speed Derby as well as finishing runner up in the famous Al’ Shira’aa Derby.

Mon, 27 Jun 2022 10:20:40 +0100
Somerset waste bosses could spend £5.5M replacing 22 bin lorries
Somerset waste bosses could spend more than £5.5M replacing 22 bin lorries which are approaching the end of their working life.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Skills bootcamps training for workforce on offer in Somerset
SOMERSET County Council and Dorset County Council have been awarded nearly £1million from the Department for Education’s National Skills Fund to run a third round of Skills Bootcamps.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Grade II listed former farmhouse in Tatworth up for sale
THIS property is a historic three bedroom Grade II Listed former farmhouse set in delightful grounds of 0.64 of an acre with a large stone built workshop.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 22:50:00 +0100
PrettyLittleThing launches festival clothing collection ideal for TRNSMT, Reading and more
PrettyLittleThing has launched a new Festival Collection in time for summer.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 22:50:28 +0100
Boohoo launches new holiday destination outfits category in time for summer - See it here
Customers can use Boohoo's new holiday outfit category to choose outfits that suit their destination this summer.

Sun, 26 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Where to watch Glastonbury on TV and full set-list for Sunday
Here's the full line-up on the Pyramid Stage and where you can watch Glastonbury on TV.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 16:00:25 +0100
PICTURES: Holyrood Academy's Year 11 prom in Chard
Year 11 pupils at Holyrood Academy in Chard were sent off in style at their prom this week.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Large family home with pool on the market in Crewkerne
TUCKED away near the centre of the most popular town of Crewkerne, first glimpses of Highlands are most impressive with its attractive façade.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 20 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge News and Chard and Ilminster News.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 15:15:26 +0100
Best and funniest flags seen at Glastonbury 2022
A variety of funny and colourful flags have been seen at this year's Glastonbury

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 11:12:16 +0100
Silentnight launches camping collection in time for Glastonbury, TRNSMT, Reading and more
Silentnight's outdoors range features everything from snuggly sleeping bags to travel blankets to help you feel like a happy camper whatever the weather.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Exact time Glastonbury headliners will be on TV - full schedule for Saturday
Another day of Glastonbury Festival is here and you can find the schedule for Saturday and how you can watch it on TV here.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:49:18 +0100
Victoria's Secret has a summer sale with up to 50 percent off lingerie, sleepwear and more
The luxurious American lingerie brand has slashed the prices of its sought-after bras, pants, sleepwear and PINK range.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:44:25 +0100
Mathew Barratt jailed for Yeovil and Ilminster crimes
A BURGLAR has been jailed after committing a number of crimes over two days in South Somerset.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:31:17 +0100
Chard regeneration has left town centre "on its knees"
The regeneration of Chard has left the town centre “on its knees” and provided poor value for money for taxpayers.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:49:12 +0100
Where to watch Glastonbury on TV - Full BBC schedule this weekend
Here's where you can watch Glastonbury on TV this weekend.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:08:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Where to watch Glastonbury on TV and full set-list for Friday
Here's the line-up for the main stage at Glastonbury Festival 2022 on Friday, June 24.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:36:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: President Zelensky addresses crowds - Watch here
The Ukrainian president called for the world to “spread the truth” about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:44:09 +0100
Ilminster to get £25,000 playground
Up to £25,000 will be spent in the coming months to deliver a brand new play area near the possible site of a major housing development in Somerset.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:30:25 +0100
Climate change examined at Crewkerne Museum exhibition
CREWKERNE and District Museum is opening an exhibition, 'Our World, Your Choice,”, on Saturday (June 25).

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:55:49 +0100
Aldi's best-selling Hot Tub and accessories are back in time for summer - How to get yours
Summer is here and it just got even better because Aldi has brought back its best-selling Hot Tub!

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:34:57 +0100
Met Office warning to Glastonbury punters to 'take shelter' from thunderstorms today
The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning which takes in Somerset

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:56:58 +0100
Several primary schools in rural Somerset may have to close
Several primary schools in rural Somerset may have to close in the next few years as the county’s birthrate continues to fall.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:28:00 +0100
Nicholas Allan to attend book-signing event to celebrate debut
A LOCAL author will take part in a signing event to celebrate the launch of his new book about his travels in the former republic of Yugoslavia.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:04:01 +0100
Producers and retailers join Somerset Food Trail Festival
THE Somerset Food Trail Festival on July 15-24 is an 'open farm’ and farm-to-fork showcase that puts the spotlight on Somerset's smaller-scale, nature-friendly farmers and artisan producers in all their fascinating diversity, giving visitors a bett...

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:42:58 +0100
Weather of ‘two halves’ for Glastonbury fans
THE gates to Glastonbury Festival will officially open today after a three-year hiatus, with music fans set to enjoy high temperatures alongside the infamous showers and mud on Worthy Farm.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:32:31 +0100
Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for Somerset
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning that could affect Somerset tomorrow, Thursday, June 23.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:26:50 +0100
Shop tents, sleeping bags and all your festival camping essentials from Aldi
Festival season is truly upon us and if you’re set for a summer of camping, overpriced drinks and good music then we’ve got the list for you.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:48:07 +0100
Ukraine Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra confirmed for Glastonbury performance
Eurovision winners, Kalush Orchestra, will be performing at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:04:57 +0100
Jennifer and Stephen Chapple's family shares personal statement
THE family of Jennifer and Stephen Chapple have shared their tributes following the sentencing of Colling Reeves.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:22:42 +0100
Delivery of crucial Chard relief road to be discussed this summer
Efforts to deliver a crucial relief road on the eastern side of Chard will come under close scrutiny in a new report due out this summer.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:04:57 +0100
South West Medals for Accelerate Trampoline gymnasts
ACCELERATE Trampoline and Gymnastics Club are celebrating success after three gymnasts won medals at the South West Regional Trampoline Competition last weekend.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:33:58 +0100
LOOKFANTASTIC reveals best beauty dupes to discontinued products from NYX, Becca and more
That unique pain when your favourite beauty product is discontinued. Avoid it with the best dupes available from LOOKFANTASTIC.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 16:34:58 +0100
M5 and A303 overnight closures in Somerset this week
DRIVERS planning on making late-night trips on the M5 and A303 this week should be aware of carriageway closures in place from tonight.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:48:54 +0100
Somerset campaign as horse-vehicle incidents increase
DRIVERS in Somerset are being urged to 'rein in' as incidents involving horses and vehicles are on the rise

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:37:00 +0100
Greenfylde First School invites community to see artwork
Greenfylde First School pupils in Ilminster have invited members of the community to see their artwork on display at The Meeting House and the Minster.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:16:54 +0100
Man jailed for committing same offence FOUR times in a day
A MAN with a "flagrant disregard" for the law has been jailed after committing the same offence four times on the same day.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:15:42 +0100
Flag raising and events in Somerset to mark Armed Forces Day
SOMERSET County Council has raised the flag outside County Hall in Taunton to mark Armed Forces Day this coming Saturday (June 25).

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 10:19:11 +0100
Latest plans for A358 dualling between Taunton and Ilminster
NATIONAL Highways' interactive tools showing how the proposed A358 upgrade between Taunton and Ilminster could impact on people proved at recent consultation events.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:12:17 +0100
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset
THERE may well be slow moving traffic in the Glastonbury area this week with the festival taking place - but motorists still stand a good chance of being caught if they speed.



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