Shoppers at Yeovil’s Tesco Extra are being warned of changes to the car park rules. The Yeovil Refresh scheme is receiving criticism from shoppers, disappointed by narrow walkways and fencing at High Street, The Borough and the bandstand. More host families are wanted in Somerset to support Ukranians fleeing the war...and more.
Shoppers at Yeovil’s Tesco Extra on Queensway Place are being warned of changes to the car park rules. With the store’s facilities a popular choice for Tesco shoppers alongside access to the town centre, motorists can now only stay for a period of between 15 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the time of day. The previous maximum stay was two and a half hours.
The Yeovil Refresh scheme is receiving criticism from shoppers, disappointed by narrow walkways and fencing at High Street, The Borough and the bandstand. Whilst Westminster Street and Wine Street works have been completed, the overall project won’t be finished for at least another year.
More host families are wanted in Somerset to support Ukranians fleeing the war. Since last year, over 15 hundred people have been relocated in the county but replacement homes are needed, with several long-term hosts wanting to take a break.
Finally, if you were struggling to buy new Yeovil Town Football Club kit on Friday evening, you might want to know that the website crashed after it was overwhelmed by demand. The club has apologised and says you should be able to access it now.
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
Tuesday 15th September
Monday 14th September
Friday 11th September
Thursday 10th September
Wednesday 9th September
Tuesday 8th September
Friday 4th September
