Friday 11th September

Friday, 11 September 2026 06:00

By Steve Haigh

It’s going to cost more to park in Chard. Police have issued an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with two burglaries in Yeovil. Somerset Cricket Club is planning to stage performances by some of the world's biggest artistes at their Taunton ground... and more

It’s going to cost more to park in Chard. Charges to park in Bath Street, Boden Street, Essex Close and Marketfield will rise to £1.50 for one hour, £2.70 for two hours and £4.40 for four hours. At Boden Street, the all-day charge will rise to £8.90. For motorists using Combe Street and The Minnows, the all-day charge will increase from £3.20 to £6.80.

Police have issued an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with two burglaries in Yeovil. On both occasions. Entry was forced through a communal doorway, and parcels stolen from outside a flat at Central House on Church Street in the town centre. The most recent incident took place at around 3.20pm on Friday, August 14th. The man is described as white, aged between 35 and 45, around 6ft tall, with short brown hair, a short scruffy beard, of slim build, and tattoos on his back or left shoulder. His image can be viewed on the Avon and Somerset Police website.

A house in Chard has been damaged by fire. The blaze at a property on Helliers Road was attended by fire crews from Chard, Ilminster, Ottery St Mary and Taunton. No one was hurt with the damage confined to the roof.

New double yellow lines will be introduced in Glastonbury before Christmas, in a bid to prevent unauthorised roadside encampments. Figures show 131 people are currently living in vans, caravans or motorhomes on the town’s roadsides, with many in the Morland area. The lines will run along Beckery Old Road, banning parking outside the Premier Inn, Screwfix, Topps Tiles and the Red Brick Building.

Somerset County Cricket Club is planning to stage performances by some of the world's biggest artistes at their Taunton stadium. The club has formed a partnership with live entertainment company Full Fat 360 that will see concerts held on the ground's outfield, together with premium hospitality experiences and a fan’s village featuring food, drink and cultural attractions. Full Fat 360, which will co-promote the events, has previously delivered large-scale shows, including events at Stadium MK in Milton Keynes and Ashton Gate in Bristol.

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Wednesday 7th October

Somerset Council says it's started talks about what do with the Brewhouse theatre in Taunton after it closes at the end of the month. A Chard man has been sentenced for keeping multiple different dogs despite being banned from doing so. NHS van drivers based in Bridgwater who supply hospitals in Somerset with essential medical equipment will walk out on strike next week... and more
Tuesday 6th October

Prince William is visiting Ilminster today, where he will launch ‘Ready Together’, a new initiative helping communities prepare for emergencies. Barwick and Stoford Primary School near Yeovil says it's confident of emerging stronger after being placed in special measures by Ofsted. Vapes and weight-loss jabs are putting workers at recycling centres in Somerset at risk after being wrongly thrown away...and more
Monday 5th October

Ilminster is gearing up for a Royal visit by Prince William tomorrow. Plans have been approved to convert the former Battens Solicitors building on Princes Street in Yeovil into 21 flats. A 'Just Giving' page has opened for making donations towards Ilminster Carnival which, on Saturday, had to be cancelled midway through due to a gas leak...and more
Friday 2nd October

An investigation's underway after two people died in a collision near Taunton. A Somerset-based charity has warned of the risks of fuel poverty this winter. A Somerset healthcare service has been recognised with a national award.... and more.
Thursday 1st October

765 new homes have been given planning permission on the edge of Yeovil. Somerset Council’s Executive will meet to consider new parking charges. Four of the county’s best military cadets have been appointed as Lord-Lieutenant cadets... and more.
Wednesday 30th September

Police are appealing for a missing 17 year old from Castle Cary. A registered sex offender has been sentenced to 9 years in prison. A former Chard student who is one of six writers in the running to win this year's Booker Prize has paid tribute to his childhood teachers... and more.
Tuesday 29th September

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service say this summer saw record-breaking levels of demand. The charity that runs the Brewhouse Theatre has confirmed that it will definitely close. A Chard charity has launched a minibus service to improve community transport... and more.