A care provider in Yeovil says hospital patients are being affected by the town's roadworks. A tractor has been completely destroyed, after its trailer of silage burst into flames. The carts roll into Ilminster tomorrow night, with carnival season well underway... and more.
A care provider in Yeovil says patients are not being given medication or support when they need it due to ongoing roadworks, delaying carers in traffic. Several of the town’s routes have been closed over recent weeks - some for essential maintenance, including the upgrading of a mains gas pipe. Dominic Cole from Heartfelt Care says the impact is even affecting hospital patients.
Local MP Adam Dance says he's working with the authority to improve communication to prepare residents but also better spread out works in future. Somerset Council say they hope to reopen Hendford Hill by close of play today.
A tractor has been completely destroyed, after its trailer of silage burst into flames yesterday afternoon. Fire crews were called to the A371 near Wincanton at around 2.45pm and despite their best efforts, the eight tonnes of burning grass left the vehicle irreparable.
A Stoke Sub Hamdon pharmacist says he’s aware of what’s described as vaccine fatigue, with constant reminders to get protected from viruses including flu and covid. But Mike Hewitson says that with the NHS facing more pressure than ever, it's still important and that there’s the opportunity for everyone to be vaccinated if they want.
And the carts roll into Ilminster tomorrow night, with carnival season well underway in the county. The town is expecting thousands of people to attend, with the evening procession of illuminated carts starting at 7.15pm. The route goes through the centre of Ilminster before making its way along East Street, into Market Square, onto Silver Street and Station Road, and finishes near the Stonemasons pub.
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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