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
Last week was the wettest seven-day period in Somerset for twelve years, according to the Environment Agency. 200 mm of rain has fallen in Somerset since the start of the year, with 100 mm falling last week alone. As a precaution, the EA has installed extra pumps on the Somerset Levels.
NHS Somerset says it’s working towards making access to dental care fairer for all. The government has pledged to overhaul the NHS dental contract, which has been blamed for many dentists leaving the health service, but has not set out a timetable for implementing a new one.
A scout leader in Somerset has been awarded the British Empire Medal for services to Young People. Geoff Pinney, President of West Hatch Scout Group, has been honoured by the King for his 70 years of service to the scouting movement.
A pilot scheme has been launched in Somerset offering children the chance to be vaccinated at home rather than at a GP surgery. Somerset Council says the scheme is aimed at families who face barriers in accessing GP appointments to get their children vaccinated.
A student at Holyrood Academy in Chard has represented Somerset in the Springfield regional Future Chef Final. Lucy Lawrence achieved second place in the competition, with judges saying they were impressed with her “skill, creativity, and composure under pressure.” Springboard Future Chef is a school-based programme that supports young people aiming for a career in hospitality.
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
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