Monday 15th April

Monday, 15 April 2024 06:00

By Steve Haigh

Four people have been arrested as part of an investigation into the illegal supply of prescription-only drugs in Yeovil. A Yeovil man has appeared in court in connection with two burglaries in Langport. A well-known farm and restaurant business in South Petherton has been put up for sale. New figures have shown a further decline in the number of House Sparrows in Somerset...and more.

Four people have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the illegal supply of prescription-only drugs in Yeovil. It follows a police search of home addresses in the town after a pharmacy's audit revealed painkillers and sedatives were missing. A variety of prescription-only medications were seized in the raids. Two men and two women were arrested and later bailed, pending further enquiries.

A Yeovil man has appeared in court in connection with two burglaries in Langport. Darren Howell of Allingham Road was released on conditional bail and will appear at Taunton Crown Court on Monday 20 May.

A well-known farm and restaurant business in South Petherton has been put up for sale. Frogmary Green Farm, which also operates as a wedding venue and includes 85 acres of land, is on the market for £4.85 million.

New figures show the number of House Sparrows in Somerset has continued to decline. The findings are based on the results of this year’s Big Garden Birdwatch survey, published by the RSPB. Despite the Sparrow being the most spotted bird, the number of sightings was down on last year’s results.

The actor Russell Crowe is to play at this year’s Glastonbury Festival. The star of Gladiator has been given an early Saturday night slot with his band Indoor Garden Party on the Acoustic Stage.

Yeovil Town’s away fixture against Weymouth won’t be replayed. The game, played on April 1st had to be abandoned when a supporter fell seriously ill. The 3-points have been awarded to Weymouth who were leading Yeovil 1-0 with ten minutes to play when the match was stopped.

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Thursday 30th April

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
Wednesday 29th April

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
Tuesday 28th April

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
Monday 27th April

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
Friday 24th April

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
Thursday 23rd April

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
Wednesday 22nd April

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
Tuesday 21st April

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