Friday 2nd October

Friday, 2 October 2026 06:30

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.

An investigation's underway after two people died in a collision involving a van and lorry near Taunton. It happened along the A358 in Combe Florey just after half past six on Wednesday morning. Any witnesses who have not yet spoken to Police are asked to get in touch.

A Somerset-based charity has warned that even dual income households could be forced into a level of fuel poverty this winter. This comes as the October price cap rose by four percent this week. The Centre for Sustainable Energy say it’s not just those on benefits who will be affected by the price hikes but are reminding residents that it can be dangerous to try and manage without any form of heating in the cold months. Meantime, the Government says the recent increase has been limited by a VAT cut on electricity and that they are looking at any measures to help further.

A hospital project, focussed on restoring independence is set to benefit more patients in the county after positive early results in Crewkerne and Wincanton. The scheme aims to reduce patient deconditioning during hospital stays by encouraging clinically able patients to leave their beds rather than using bedpans or bottles. The initial results suggest that mobility, dignity and independence is maintained through small but meaningful daily activities.

A Somerset healthcare service has been recognised nationally, winning the Public Sector Impact trophy at the PDG Awards. Homelessness Health in Somerset takes healthcare directly to people experiencing homelessness or multiple disadvantage in the county, whether on the street, in hostels or in temporary accommodation. This is the service’s second big award after it won the Health Equalities category at the NHS Parliamentary Awards in 2023.

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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.
Monday 28th September

Somerset Community Foundation says it has awarded more than £40 million in grants across the county. The family of a Somerset girl say they used AI to help diagnose her genetic condition. A property in Monks Dale, Yeovil is subject to a three month Closure Order... and more.
Friday 25th September

’20 Is Plenty’ is the message to drivers travelling through Langport. Chard’s Numatic manufacturing hub is marking 45 years of business with an investment of £85m into the company. Wessex Water tell us the hosepipe ban will remain across the region... and more.
Thursday 24th September

Somerset Council has approved a multi-million pound scheme to tackle flooding in the county. A person had to be transferred to hospital after an incident in Chard. A North Curry travellers’ site must be vacated by Christmas... and more.
Wednesday 23rd September

Police will take no further action after a year-long fraud probe in Glastonbury. Leonardo has chosen Somerset for its first international future talent programme. Three motorway services in Somerset have been rated as some of the worst in the country ... and more.
Tuesday 22nd September

Children with special needs could have a better chance of moving to a new school, without delay or disruption. A former Castle Cary pub is to be turned into a private house. Taunton's Brewhouse Theatre may have to close at the end of next month... and more.