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.
Wells Cathedral says it's having to get creative to bring in more money as financial pressures continue to grow. A convenience store in Martock has been allowed to keep its alcohol licence despite an employee working there illegally. Police have seized an illegally ridden e-scooter in Yeovil in response to concerns from local residents... and more
A Yeovil man has been detained under the Mental Health Act for attacking his mother with a knife. People in Chard are being reminded that it’s unlawful to attach flags to lamp posts and street furniture. Wincanton Racecourse has called off its 'Badger Chase Day' because the ground is too firm... and more
Leweston School near Sherborne has announced that it is closing with immediate effect. NHS Somerset could merge with neighbours in Bath and North-East Somerset and Dorset to cut costs. Somerset’s Lord-Lieutenant has launched a campaign to get more people nominated for national honours... and more
Work has started building a new six-million-pound flood defence scheme in Taunton. Plans have been submitted to build a new church hall in Martock. People are being asked to donate gifts to this year’s Chard Christmas Present Appeal... and more
Eligible groups in Somerset are being encouraged to get their flu jabs. There’s a rare opportunity to get a behind-the-scenes look inside Avon & Somerset Police’s control room. Liberal Democrat Deputy Leader, Daisy Cooper MP, has visited Yeovil... and more.
Somerset is the 11th most challenging place in England to be a child according to a report. Dorset, Somerset and Wiltshire could have its own elected ‘Wessex Mayor’ by 2028. Cricketer, Ian Botham returns to the county this weekend... and more.
The NFU says that testing for the virus Bluetongue needs to be sped up. Construction of new flats on Yeovil’s Grimsby Corner site will officially begin next year. The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for wind tomorrow... and more.
The owner of campsite in Somerset says a two-thousand-seven-hundred percent increase in business rates will be 'catastrophic' for his business. Plans to build nearly 300 new homes on the outskirts of Chard have been given the go ahead. Yeovil Town are through to the first round proper of the FA Cup after beating Leatherhead 5-2 at Huish Park last night... and more
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