An investigation into a plane crash on the Blackdown Hills has found that more could have been done to prevent it from happening. A pet grooming business in Wincanton has set up a pet food bank. Sixth-form students at a Yeovil school have been participating in a beach clean-up in Weymouth. A Somerset charity that supports new mothers is appealing for donations of Moses baskets...and more.
An investigation into a plane crash at Buckland St Mary on the Blackdown Hills in August last year, in which the pilot and a passenger died, has found that more could have been done to prevent the accident. An official report into the crash has made seven safety recommendations. They include better training for pilots in dealing with unexpected bad weather conditions and new operational guidelines for air traffic controllers.
A Somerset charity that supports new mothers is appealing for donations of Moses baskets. ‘Baby Basics South Somerset’ works with midwives and health professionals to give baskets, baby clothes and toiletries to families in the greatest need.
The owner of a pet grooming business in Wincanton says pet owners are coming to her to ask for help with feeding their animals because they can't afford to buy pet food. Kelly Davis has set up pet food banks in Wincanton and Bruton to support local pet owners.
Sixth-form students at Fiveways School in Yeovil have been taking part in a beach clean-up in Weymouth. The young people also collected litter in West Bay and at Burton Bradstock as part of gaining an award in Sustainability.
A fundraising walk is being held in memory of a former Ilminster councillor. Sophie Storey, a former member of Ilminster Town Council, died aged 40, in 2019. This weekend, her sister, Joanna Gillman and a group of friends will walk the 30-mile Liberty Trail, from Ham Hill to Lyme Regis, raising money for charity.
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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