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Mon, 15 Feb 2021 07:27:14 +0000
Roadworks starting in your area this week
AMONG roadworks starting today (Monday) in Somerset are:

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:46:44 +0000
SLOW DOWN: Locations for mobile speed cameras across Somerset this week
AVON and Somerset Police have announced there will be mobile speed cameras at certain times at the following locations across the force area in the week commencing today.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Covid-19 infection rate has dropped in all four Somerset districts
A TOTAL of 70 positive Covid-19 tests were recorded in Somerset in the latest 24-hour period.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
£1m taxpayers' cash to support domestic abuse victims in Somerset
DOMESTIC abuse victims and their children living in Somerset will be able to receive more support thanks to £1.9million of extra government funding.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 05:52:24 +0000
A303 in Somerset re-opens after major incident sparked by multiple-vehicle crash
THE A303 between Ilminster and South Petherton has re-opened this morning (Monday) following a major incident.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 12:49:45 +0000
Police launch murder investigation after man found dead in Berrow
A MURDER investigation has been launched following the death of a man in Somerset last night (Saturday, February 13).

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 19:52:27 +0000
'Multiple vehicle collision' closes A303 in Somerset until tomorrow morning
THE A303 in Somerset is closed in both directions between the junctions with the A356 (South Petherton) and A358 (Ilminster) due to a serious multiple vehicle collision.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 17:12:37 +0000
Latest Covid death in Somerset and the death rate in each district in the county
THERE was just one death of a person who had tested positive for Covid-19 in Somerset in the past 24 hours.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 11:57:41 +0000
Avon and Somerset Police get £1.3m for enforcing Covid rules
AVON and Somerset Police is to receive £1.3million from the Government to support increased enforcement of coronavirus rules.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:54:30 +0000
M5 tops the country's list of animal roadkill incidents
WARNING to all animals - avoid the M5 because you'll be taking your life into your legs or paws.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Somerset sees 88 positive Covid tests in 24 hours but infection rate is dipping
THE Covid-19 infection rate in Somerset continues to show an encouraging downward trend, accordingly to the latest Public Health England figures.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Council tax rise to fund 70 more Avon and Somerset police officers blocked
AVON and Somerset’s Police and Crime Commissioner has written a barbed letter to the councillors who torpedoed her plans to recruit 70 officers.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 07:09:19 +0000
Police seize uninsured car driven by 'disqualified driver' in Chard
THIS driver faced a walk home from this shopping area in Chard yesterday (Saturday) after their vehicle was seized by police.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Maximum council tax increases across Somerset
SOMERSET residents will see sharp rises in their council tax bills as their local authorities seek to balance their budgets and recover from the coronavirus pandemic.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
Warning not to ride private e-scooters in public after man hit with £1,000+ fine and costs
AVON and Somerset Police are warning people who ride their own e-scooters in public they could face a huge fine.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Theft and possession of class B drug among latest cases at Taunton Magistrates' Court
A MAN from Somerset has received a conditional discharge for 12 months, for possession of a class B drug.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 05:50:00 +0000
Plan for new campsite among latest applications in South Somerset
BELOW are the planning applications received by South Somerset District Council for the week of February 1, 2021.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
'Romance fraud' is on the rise - how you stay safe when dating online
If you're single and usign Tinder,

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
The Help-to-buy scheme is changing - how does it affect you?
The Help to Buy equity loan scheme is a Government programme which aims to help people get on the property ladder.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 16:26:41 +0000
Four Covid deaths in Somerset in 24 hours
FIGURES released this afternoon show another four people with Covid-19 have died in the Somerset county council area in the latest 24-hour period.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 12:56:55 +0000
Increasing violence and abuse against South West ambulance staff
SOUTH Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is warning that anyone who assaults or abuses its staff could face prosecution.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:58:38 +0000
Light snow flurries predicted for Somerset
SOMERSET can expect some light snow into the afternoon today (Saturday).

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 09:00:00 +0000
More than 1,000 volunteers helping deliver Covid jabs in Somerset
SOMERSET County Council and the NHS have paid tribute to volunteers supporting Somerset’s Covid-19 vaccination programme.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 07:30:00 +0000
Covid positive tests remain low in latest daily figures for Somerset
THE number of positive Covid-19 tests in Somerset continues to remain low compared to previous weeks.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 07:00:00 +0000
The TEN best films to watch on Valentine's Day - do you agree?
JUST in case you need a gentle reminder, it's Valenitine's Day tomorrow. Of course you knew.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
The best deals coming to Lidl and Aldi this weekend
Here is a rounded-up of some of the best deals you can find.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Major UK supermarkets including Lidl, Aldi, Asda and Tesco issue urgent recalls over health risks
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below from UK supermarkets you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:29:58 +0000
Freedom Leisure set to take over leisure centres in Yeovil, Wincanton and Chard
A NEW operator is set to take over South Somerset's leisure centres.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 17:15:41 +0000
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust contributes to Covid-19 RECOVERY trial
SOMERSET has played its part in the fight against Covid-19, by contributing to a study which aims to reduce deaths in patients hospitalised with the virus.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:13:48 +0000
Three more Covid-related deaths in Somerset
SOMERSET recorded a further three Covid-related deaths in the latest 24-hour period.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 15:33:31 +0000
Six in court after police county lines drugs operation in Somerset
SIX people are due to appear in court after being charged with conspiracy to supply class A drugs following a number of county lines warrants being carried out in Yeovil and London this week.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 14:35:54 +0000
PC A sacked by Avon and Somerset Police for trying to acquire drugs
AN Avon and Somerset police constable has been sacked for a catalogue of unacceptable behaviour during his "short service", including trying to acquire illegal drugs.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 10:33:54 +0000
Somerset NHS Foundation Trust's latest coronavirus vaccination figures revealed
THE NHS in Somerset has nearly given the first does of the coronavirus vaccine to all residents over the age of 70.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 07:46:34 +0000
Lidl recalls mince packs as they may contain plastic
LIDL is alerting customers that it is recalling its Birchwood XXL Pork Mince (12% fat) product as it may contain pieces of plastic.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Somerset Covid cases pass 18,000 but positive tests continue to drop
A TOTAL of 64 positive Covid-19 tests were given in Somerset in the latest 24-hour period.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Electric rubbish trucks and recycling plastic in the UK - how Somerset's waste gets greener
YOUR household waste could soon be taken away in electric rubbish collection vehicles.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:10:57 +0000
Teachers and police to be prioritised for Covid vaccine after over 50s
The body in charge of prioritising the vaccine rollout, the Joint Committee on Vaccination and Immunisation, will publish guidance later this month.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Asda, M&S, Tesco, Iceland - best supermarket Valentine's Day meal deals
Here is a round-up of the deals on offer, including prices, release dates and online availability, from Tesco, M&S and more.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:51:58 +0000
Boris Johnson under pressure as plans to reopen schools change
Tory MP William Wragg warned a statement after February 22 risked “pushing it towards Easter” before pupils could return to class.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:15:31 +0000
Martin Lewis reveals how you can receive £125 this month
The Money Saving Expert founder shares a weekly newsletter with fans highlighting useful tips and tricks to save money.

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 09:14:05 +0000
Should I book a summer holiday this year? - your rights and chances of a refund explained
The UK government is due to outline its lockdown exit roadmap in the week commencing 22 February.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 19:09:28 +0000
Five more Covid related deaths in Somerset in 24 hours
SOMERSET has suffered a further five Covid-related deaths in the latest 24-hour period.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 16:34:25 +0000
New schemes to support walking and cycling in three Somerset towns unveiled
NEW schemes to support walking and cycling in three Somerset towns have been unveiled after £450,000 of Government funding was confirmed.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 15:57:55 +0000
Sex trial date set for ex-South Somerset District Council leader Ric Pallister
A FORMER district council leader is to face trial accused of a total of 36 historical indecent assaults against three girls.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 15:10:50 +0000
Somerset couple who met while driving ambulances during coronavirus pandemic get engaged
TWO Somerset emergency service workers who met while driving ambulances during the coronavirus pandemic have got engaged.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:49:31 +0000
Missed recycling collections due to Covid-19 staff shortages in Somerset
STAFF shortages due to the coronavirus crisis have led to missed recycling collections in Somerset today (February 11).

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 14:12:06 +0000
Fire crews tackle kitchen fire in Tatworth
CREWS from three fire stations attended a kitchen fire in a home in Tatworth this morning (Thursday).

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 11:27:43 +0000
Police appeal to trace Rodney Nehanda on suspicion of stalking
POLICE have issued an appeal to locate a man they wish to speak to on suspicion of stalking.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 10:57:22 +0000
Somerset councils have received extra £134million of Government funding
COUNCILS in Somerset have so far received an extra £134million to support vital services during the Covid-19 pandemic - an further funding has been confirmed next year.

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 07:41:39 +0000
Snow and ice warning for Somerset today
SOMERSET has woken up this morning (Thursday) to a snow and ice warning from the Met Office.



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