Thorncombe St Mary’s Primary Academy received national recognition for its commitment to sporting excellence, participation, and leadership.

The Met Office has warned of very high UV levels throughout the week, so residents are advised to take precautions if spending time outdoors.

A Yeovil woman has been waiting over a year for a heart transplant as new figures show record numbers of people in the South West on the waiting list.

Preston Road, Eastbound at Larkhill Road, near Yeovil is partially blocked due to a crash.

The quarterly clean-up saw about 12 volunteers participating, many of whom are regular attendees at the events.

The club’s decision to make its future in the centre of Taunton is to be applauded.

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued a yellow heat alert from 10am Wednesday (July 9) until July 15 in the South West, warning that there will be “significant impacts” likely across health and social care services.

Contractors working on the demolition of Glover's Walk discovered a wall infested with insects today and ultimately decided to opt for plan bee.

Police officers are seeking the public’s help to trace a man with links to Taunton and Yeovil who is wanted in connection with reports of stalking.

According to new figures from the House of Commons Library, child poverty in Yeovil has risen from 17.7 per cent n 2019-20 to 20.4 per cent in 23-24.

The Government has confirmed the exact date the next emergency alert system test will be sent out to mobile phones.

Boots has been forced to take drastic action to stop everyday medicines such as Nytol being stolen.

A mental health charity in Somerset which has recently been shortlisted for a prestigious award has launched a new scheme to help people return to work.

Temporary changes will be made to passenger waiting arrangements at Yeovil Bus Station as work to demolish buildings at Glovers Walk continues.

Axminster, Ilminster and Chard fire crews rushed to put out a large property blaze in the Chard area.

A NEONATAL staff nurse said the father on trial accused of the murder of his two-week-old baby replied in an ‘exaggerated manor’ when asked if the baby was okay less than an hour before his death.

A man in Yeovil Town Centre was arrested and taken into custody for a fail to appear warrant issued by police in Scotland.

A Chard resident has been evicted from a property in Silver Street after having caused harassment, alarm and distress through anti-social behaviour, police say.

A father who is accused of murdering his premature baby would shout and get angry at the infant, his aunt has told a jury.

The charity in south Somerset is working to help veterans across the county through its role as a designated NHS Armed Forces Hub.

Amazon has sent out a message to customers warning them to be alert to online scams, following an increase recently ahead of Prime Day.

A third heatwave of the summer is expected to hit the UK by the end of this week, says the Met Office.

King Charles has commended the acts of 'extraordinary courage' shown in the aftermath of the 7/7 attacks and issued a message of unity on its anniversary.

The V-twin engine produced five horsepower, which was considered strong for an Edwardian motorcycle.

This free event invites attendees to bring along picnic baskets filled with treats made from ingredients found within 30 miles of their homes.

This modern family home is situated in the thriving village of Seavington St Mary, an attractive village situated about three miles east of Ilminster.

Three people involved in a car collision with a house near Martock in Somerset are believed to have been left with life changing injuries.

Expert reveals five home upgrades that can be completely free under government scheme

If you don't clean off green patches of algae on your fence then it could lead to panels being replaced or wood rot.

With Oasis heading on tour this summer and Liam and Noel Gallagher reuinting once again, test your knowledge of the band's songs.

The fun day out will be held on Sunday, July 20 at the 72-acre site in Somerset's Blackdown Hills.

The production sets the classic story in the heart of English village life, blending operatic drama with cricket matches, bake-offs, and parish council politics.

His latest work captures Louis himself taking on the challenge of flying with the Baltic Bees Jet Team in Latvia.

The course wound through the local countryside with chip timing, marshals, and two water stations.

A tribute has been paid to Chard RFC president and ‘true Chardy’ Paul Gammage who has died.

Is there a beauty salon that always goes the extra mile for you? One that leaves you glowing, relaxed, and ready to take on the world? Now’s your chance to give them the recognition they deserve.

This picture postcard country cottage sits on a generous plot of a quarter of an acre on the outskirts of the quaint village of Combe St Nicholas, within easy reach of the amenities and just two and a half miles north of Chard.

Gallery of photographs from Somerset Camera Club on sunshine in the county

The Royal Mint has revealed the rarest coins from Queen Elizabeth II’s reign

More than 53,000 incidents of the mistake have been recorded in recent years, with thousands of UK drivers risking a £100 fine and three penalty points

Aldi, Lidl, Tesco, Iceland and other UK supermarkets have issued recall warnings to shoppers, with the FSA saying "do not eat"

"Severe delays" have been reported along the A358 Southbound and the A303 from Southfields roundabout near Ilminster. The current average speed is ten mph.

Local democracy reporter Daniel Mumby looks back on the last 12 months

An operation targeting drug crimes and supply in the South West resulted in over 100 arrests made, 65kg of cocaine and £119,000 in cash seized.

Fire crews from Yeovil and Crewkerne rushed to put out a fire inside a domestic property in Stoke Sub Hamdon which resulted in moderate damage to the building.

New figures from the charity show a total of 558 reports of cruelty were made in the county during the summer period last year.

Friends and family will tell you I am a manic chatterbox - that’s the polite version anyway.

Assistive tech must be part of that picture – not as a gimmick, but as a standard tool that helps all children learn in the way that works best for them.

Did you know that grip strength is a fantastic indicator of how long you will live?

A planning application has been made for the demolition of a showroom building in Crewkerne to form a 69-space public car park and 50 new affordable homes.