Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a crash in Crewkerne. A heavily delayed tender process that could benefit Leonardo Helicopters is reportedly being pushed back even further by the MOD. “Significant risks” to resident’s safety have been uncovered in a report on a now-closed nursing home in Yeovil.
Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage after a crash in Crewkerne left two people injured. The two-vehicle collision happened just after midnight on Sunday, August 27th and involved a black Peugeot Expert van and a grey BMW 166i. One person involved remains in hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening.
A heavily delayed tender process that could benefit Yeovil firm Leonardo is reportedly being pushed back even further by the Ministry of Defence. The local helicopter manufacturer is one of three businesses in the running to build a large fleet of new aircraft – and is already preparing for production and training staff. We’re told that the process for securing the contract should have been finalised in the autumn of last year.
“Significant risks” to resident’s safety, absent care plans and staff training have been uncovered in a report on a now-closed nursing home in Yeovil. Camelot Care took over Acacia Nursing Home in September 2016. The disciplinary hearing at the Nursing and Midwifery Council heard how the proprietor failed to implement plans to improve the standards of care, leaving residents at risk. The home was shut down in November 2018.
A South Cadbury eatery is boasting a brand new head chef. Somerset-born Ben Champkin joins Teals, with over a decade’s experience and the Young National Chef of the Year 2013 award to his name. The restaurant is known for supporting local producers and cooking natural, ingredient-led dishes.
More than 4,500 people have expressed interest in joining a new NHS dental practice in Crewkerne. Somerset Council says a long-term solution is needed to make Hendford Hill in Yeovil fully safe for motorists. A Somerset man has won first prize at the World Marmalade Awards... and more
Somerset Council says Hendford Hill in Yeovil should be fully reopened to traffic by the end of May. Plans have been approved to build 40 new homes in Crewkerne. A huge pile of illegally dumped rubbish in Glastonbury has been cleared... and more
Police are appealing for witnesses to a fatal collision at Rimpton. A 19-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage in South Petherton. Former Yeovil Town manager Gary Johnson has been retained as first-team manager of Taunton Town for next season... and more
A former school in Sherborne has been badly damaged by fire. A care home in Yeovil has been rated outstanding. ublic spaces in West Coker owned by Somerset Council are being handed over to the parish council. Mendip Golf Club has presented a cheque for £12,000 to Mind in Somerset... and more
Plans have been submitted to turn a property on Preston Road in Yeovil into a House in Multiple Occupation. Yeovil’s Marlie Packer has been recalled to the England Red Roses starting line-up for tomorrow’s Women’s Six Nations game against Wales. Three sisters from Yeovil will be running the London Marathon this weekend in support of Guide Dogs UK... and more
Helicopters from RNAS Yeovilton have completed six weeks of sorties, protecting Cyprus from attacks by Iran. People in Somerset who use domestic heating oil are calling on the government to regulate the oil supply industry. Patients are being invited to register at a new NHS dentist in Crewkerne... and more
Expectant mothers are using Yeovil Hospital once again to give birth following the reopening of the maternity unit. A Yeovil man has been jailed for four years for committing sexual offences against two young girls. Plans have been approved to convert a pub in Milborne Port into housing... and more
NHS Somerset has delayed closing the hyper-acute stroke unit at Yeovil Hospital. A former Avon and Somerset Police officer has been jailed for making indecent images of children. A Somerset man has been fined after pleading guilty to hunting a wild animal with dogs... and more
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