A care provider in Yeovil says hospital patients are being affected by the town's roadworks. A tractor has been completely destroyed, after its trailer of silage burst into flames. The carts roll into Ilminster tomorrow night, with carnival season well underway... and more.
A care provider in Yeovil says patients are not being given medication or support when they need it due to ongoing roadworks, delaying carers in traffic. Several of the town’s routes have been closed over recent weeks - some for essential maintenance, including the upgrading of a mains gas pipe. Dominic Cole from Heartfelt Care says the impact is even affecting hospital patients.
Local MP Adam Dance says he's working with the authority to improve communication to prepare residents but also better spread out works in future. Somerset Council say they hope to reopen Hendford Hill by close of play today.
A tractor has been completely destroyed, after its trailer of silage burst into flames yesterday afternoon. Fire crews were called to the A371 near Wincanton at around 2.45pm and despite their best efforts, the eight tonnes of burning grass left the vehicle irreparable.
A Stoke Sub Hamdon pharmacist says he’s aware of what’s described as vaccine fatigue, with constant reminders to get protected from viruses including flu and covid. But Mike Hewitson says that with the NHS facing more pressure than ever, it's still important and that there’s the opportunity for everyone to be vaccinated if they want.
And the carts roll into Ilminster tomorrow night, with carnival season well underway in the county. The town is expecting thousands of people to attend, with the evening procession of illuminated carts starting at 7.15pm. The route goes through the centre of Ilminster before making its way along East Street, into Market Square, onto Silver Street and Station Road, and finishes near the Stonemasons pub.
EDF has completed another milestone in constructing the new 'Hinkley C' nuclear power plant near Bridgwater. The Royal International Air Tattoo at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire opens today with helicopters built in Yeovil on display. A road leading to Chard reservoir, shut two months ago for strengthening work to a dam wall, has re-opened...and more
Yeovil MP Adam Dance says he has serious concerns about plans that could see the closure of inpatient beds at Crewkerne Community Hospital. Ilminster residents are being asked to vote in a referendum on adopting a new neighbourhood plan for the town. An event in which people take part in a race against horses is returning to Somerset later this year...and more
A children’s play area in Ilminster has been closed on safety grounds after badger setts were found on the land. Somerset Council sold off £90m of property assets last year to help fight off bankruptcy. Crewkerne Community Hospital could be turned into a neighbourhood health centre...and more.
The fire service has blamed a discarded portable barbecue for starting a blaze at Ham Hill Country Park. A care home for people with autism and complex needs in Crewkerne has been rated 'good'. A seven-year-old Yeovil boy has set a new world record for completing the most number of consecutive sit-ups for his age group...and more
Somerset Council is warning motorists against scanning QR codes at its car parks payment meters. Chard Town Council is spending £10,000 on short-term youth provision over the summer months. Former Yeovil Town player Marcus Stewart says he wants to continue raising money towards finding a cure for motor neurone disease...and more.
A Yeovil woman has shared how she is still on the waiting list for a transplant, a year on. A Crewkerne community group saved two tonnes of food from landfill last month and gave it to residents in need. Yeovil Town have announced their fixture list for the 2025/26 season....and more.
The UK Health Security Agency has issued a yellow heat health alert for the South West. A former Cherry Farm in Chard has donated its netting and high-tensile wire to Somerset Aid for Ukraine. Somerset Council is moving forward with its next phase of plans for the county...and more.
Demolition work at Yeovil’s Glovers Walk has been held up after two colonies of bees were discovered. Refurbishment of the town’s Dunelm store is underway. A teenager from Crewkerne has represented his country, winning a gold medal in a national boxing competition... and more.
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