Tuesday 26th August

Tuesday, 26 August 2025 06:00

An investigation is underway after a man was found seriously injured in the Queensway Place area of Yeovil . A man has been charged with murder following an incident in South Petherton. Yeovil Town FC have confirmed that Mark Cooper has been relieved of his duties... and more.

An investigation is underway after a man was found seriously injured in the Queensway Place area of Yeovil, near Tesco Extra on Sunday night. Avon & Somerset Police say they are keeping an open mind as to whether the injuries are as a result of an accident or due to the actions of someone else. Witnesses or anyone with relevant footage are being asked to call 101 or contact Crimestoppers, quoting ref 5225239540.

Meanwhile a man has been charged with murder following an incident in South Petherton. 43 year old Colin Lawson was found with serious injuries in Holbrook Park on Friday. 49 year old Graham Janes of Pear Tree Drive, Chard is accused of his murder. A post-mortem found Mr Lawson suffered a number of wound injuries.

Yeovil Town Football Club have confirmed that Mark Cooper has been relieved of his duties as First Team Manager. In a statement, the club has thanked Mark for his commitment to the club and paid tribute to his achievements during his three years at Huish Park. Richard Dryden is to step up with immediate effect whilst Yeovil Town begins the process of appointing a new permanent manager.

A busy junction on the Somerset stretch of the A303 is unlikely to be upgraded for the foreseeable future, according to National Highways. TheEagle Tavern junction lies on the road running from Ilminster to the Devon Border and was identified as a priority by the Peninsula Transport Sub-National Transport Body, a group of councillors from Cornwall, Devon and Somerset – but National Highways says it has to direct its funding towards what it describes as the locations of greatest need.

A charity cricket match has been held at Yeovil Cricket Ground, raising money for Tourette’s Action. Owen Healey is 12 and was recently diagnosed with the condition along with functional neurological disorder. Owen loves cricket and he’s a good wicket keeper as well.

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