Somerset has been left off a list of places in the UK where a drought has been declared. The RSPCA in Somerset is asking people to put out fresh water in their gardens for wildlife as temperatures stay high this week. The former Honda garage in Addlewell Lane in Yeovil has been put up for sale. Somerset's Carnival season gets underway in just over four weeks with the first procession at South Petherton on Saturday the 10th of September...and more.
Somerset has been left off a list of places in the UK where a drought has been declared. However, the County’s main water provider, Wessex Water, is asking people to continue using water responsibly and to conserve supplies as much as possible. Meanwhile, farmers in Somerset say they’re struggling in the current conditions even if, technically, the County has not been designated a drought area.
The RSPCA in Somerset is asking people to put out fresh water in their gardens for wildlife as temperatures stay high this week. They say due to the hard ground, burrowing animals are having difficulty finding water.
The former Honda garage in Addlewell Lane in Yeovil has been put up for sale. It includes a car showroom, car park, garage and offices. The property is advertised with the potential to convert to residential, subject to planning permission.
Somerset's Carnival season gets underway in just over four weeks with the first procession at South Petherton on Saturday the 10th of September. Carnival organisers say they’d like as many community organisations as possible to be involved.
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance is looking for people to take part in a night-time fun run next month. Called the Twilight Run, it takes place around Henstridge Airfield on Saturday the 24th of September.
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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