Somerset Council say last week’s Yeovil Dunelm fire won’t impact the Glovers Walk regeneration. A Government review could delay the decision on a defence contract that would benefit Leonardo Helicopters. It’s been announced that the Yeovil & District Business Awards are returning... and more.
Somerset Council say last week’s Yeovil Dunelm fire won’t impact the Glovers Walk regeneration. Plans are in place to demolish the vacant shopping centre and whilst the blaze occurred next to the building, the structure has not been affected and there will be no unexpected additional cost to the demolition work as a result.
A Government review of defence and the armed forces could delay the decision on a defence contract that would benefit Yeovil-based Leonardo Helicopters. Leonardo say they're confident they will secure the contract - worth one billion pounds - but Mark Laity, a former BBC defence correspondent and ex-NATO official says it's not clearcut.
It’s been announced that the Yeovil & District Business Awards are returning for 2024. The event which celebrates the outstanding achievements of business and individuals across the area aims to recognise the creativity, dedication and spirit of entrepreneurship and adaptability in the region. This year’s awards will see a new category of ‘Armed Forces/Veterans Award’, honouring the social value brought by those who have served in the Armed Forces.
And Longleat Safari Park have announced the passing of Jessie, the tapir, at the grand old age of 28. The popular pig-like animal at the park was a great, great grandmother with her descendants living across a number of European countries as part of an international breeding programme. The staff say she will be greatly missed.
Somerset Council is asking the government for extra funds to pay for the damage caused by Storm Chandra. There’s been a setback to the campaign to reopen Chinnock Hollow. The Telegraph newspaper has named the Barrington Boar at Barrington in a list of the top 50 best pubs in the UK... and more
Five flood warnings remain in place in Somerset covering the rivers Parrett, Yeo, Northmoor and Saltmoor. Somerset Council says it has no plans to demolish a derelict listed building near Chard Leisure Centre. A Yeovil farm shop has been honoured at a national awards ceremony... and more
The Met Office has issued a warning of more heavy rain for Somerset. A survey by Somerset Council shows nearly two-thirds of households would be happy to pay more in council tax. Yeovil Town Council is offering free allotment spaces to support people’s wellbeing... and more
Data from the weather centre at RNAS Yeovilton shows rainfall in Somerset was almost double the average for January. A disabled man is taking Somerset Council to the High Court, claiming its council tax reduction scheme is discriminatory. Ferne Animal Sanctuary near Chard is seeking urgent support to replenish its stocks of hay... and more
Somerset Council has warned that more homes are likely to flood with further heavy rain forecast to end the week. Discount retailer, The Original Factory Shop, which has an outlet in Crewkerne, has gone into administration. A Barista at Costa Coffee in Ilminster has won a place in the finals of a national competition...and more
Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance has announced plans to develop a new operational base on the Leonardo airfield in Yeovil. Several people have been rescued from their homes in Ilminster due to flooding. An £800,000 project is underway to restore two staircases at Montecute House...and more
Last week was the wettest seven-day period in Somerset for twelve years. NHS Somerset says it’s working towards making access to dental care fairer for all. A scout leader in Somerset has been awarded the British Empire Medal for services to Young People...and more
A new group has been formed to challenge plans to build 100 new homes in Keinton Mandeville. Bridgwater Town Council has voted to increase its share of the Council Tax by 5%. Organisers of Yeovil in Bloom are appealing for young people to get involved in this year’s competition...and more
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