A Yeovil man has pleaded guilty to threatening behaviour towards two female paramedics. Police in Chard are appealing for the public’s help following a spate of thefts in the Henson Park area of the town. Pet store chain, Jollyes, is opening a new branch in Yeovil... and more
A Yeovil man has pleaded guilty to threatening and abusive behaviour towards two female paramedics. Magistrates in Yeovil heard that 35-year-old Robert Young, of Lyde Road, threatened the paramedics with a hammer, leaving them feeling terrified when they attended his address following a 999 call. The case has been adjourned until June 16th for a pre-sentence report. Young has been released on unconditional bail.
Nine thousand motorists have been caught speeding on the A303 at Buckland St Mary, with one driver recorded travelling at 91 miles an hour. The figures have been revealed following a Freedom of Information request to Avon and Somerset Police.
Police in Chard are appealing for the public’s help following ongoing reports of break-ins and thefts in the Henson Park area. Officers are asking residents to report any suspicious behaviour, thefts, break-ins or damage, and to submit CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage — even if it seems minor or too late. Anyone who can help is asked to call 101.
Jollyes, the pet store chain, is opening a new branch in Yeovil. The store will open on Friday, June 19th at the Houndstone Retail Park. Job opportunities are currently being advertised on the company’s website.
And a nail technician in Crewkerne has been named a finalist at the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2026. Paulina Madejska, of Tip Top Nails Studio, has been shortlisted in the Best New Talent category. The awards celebrate excellence and innovation across the UK’s hair and beauty industry.
Police investigating an attack on a shop worker in Yeovil have released CCTV images of a man and woman they want to speak to. Farmers in Somerset are being warned to expect more cases of bluetongue. Ilminster Carnival Committee has announced the cancellation of this year's Children's Carnival due to a lack of entries... and more
Two new mobile NHS breast screening units have taken to the road in Somerset. More than 700 new homes are to be built alongside the M5 in Bridgwater. Dawes Twineworks in West Coker is one of several venues open to the public for free this month... and more
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
Work has begun building a new multi-million-pound David Lloyd leisure centre in Yeovil. NHS Somerset says a new system to handle emergency stroke care will lead to "better outcomes" for patients. Tickets for next year’s Glastonbury Festival will go on sale in October...and more
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to following an assault in Yeovil. Businesses in Taunton say they're worried that planned changes to parking rules could put people off visiting the town. The Red Arrows will take to the skies near the Somerset border in a one-off display later this week... and more
Police in Avon and Somerset say they’re dealing with a big increase in reports of cloned vehicle fraud. A new video system designed to speed up stroke care has been launched in Somerset. Pilgrims are walking through Somerset this week to mark eight hundred years since the death of Saint Francis of Assisi... and more
Avon and Somerset Police are warning about a new scam involving criminals posing as police officers. Flu vaccinations are now available on the NHS ahead of the winter. Liverpool comedian John Bishop has cancelled his show in Taunton later this week after breaking his ankle... and more
Police are investigating a suspected arson attack on a vehicle near Shepton Mallet. New taxi charges come into force in Somerset later this month. The fire service is treating as accidental a blaze at a flat in Yeovil town centre... and more
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