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Tue, 13 Apr 2021 05:49:00 +0100
Indian nurse Honey enjoying working for the NHS in Yeovil
A NURSE has told how she left her family behind in India to work for the NHS in Somerset.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 08:45:24 +0100
Stage two of lockdown easing in Somerset today
STEP two of the roadmap to freedom comes into effect today (Monday, April 12). We're bringing you up to date news from across Somerset on what's going on throughout the day.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 16:31:18 +0100
Police appeal over 'dangerous driving' in Yeovil
A DRIVER speeding away from police narrowly missed ploughing into a family with children and forced a horse rider into a hedge.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 11:24:25 +0100
Car seriously injures pedestrian in St Patricks Road, Yeovil
A PEDESTRIAN has suffered "serious injuries" after being hit by a car in Yeovil.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 10:02:30 +0100
Locations across Somerset where police are siting mobile speed cameras
AVON and Somerset Police have announced the locations of mobile speed cameras on roads in the force area for the week commencing today (Monday, April 12).

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 14:20:40 +0100
You could face £70 fine for parking outside of your home under new laws
The law change could be coming into place to maximise safety of journeys of disabled and visually impaired pedestrians.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:44:14 +0100
Primark boss sends safety warning to shoppers as 161 stores reopen
Primark will have extended store opening hours this week initially, with stores opening for two hours extra per day on average.

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:27:37 +0100
Which Somerset attractions are open - and which are NOT
WITH non-essential shops and pubs re-opening today, those of us looking for something non-retail to do will be browsing for attractions that are also welcoming visitors back.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 09:31:00 +0100
Crews tackle electrical fire in Castle Cary
CREWS tackled an electrical fire on Market Yard, Castle Cary last night (April 10).

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 09:09:49 +0100
Virtual Somerset council meetings set to continue
COUNCIL meetings in Somerset will continue to be streamed live over the internet even after the current coronavirus restrictions end.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Here's what you'll be allowed to do tomorrow as lockdown is eased
WE'LL be able to workout in the gym, pop into the pub for a refreshing beer and then get a long-awaited haircut from tomorrow (Monday).

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Prison sentence for attack on vulnerable victim in Wellington
A PRISONER already serving 20 months has been given a further 20 weeks behind bars.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 05:50:00 +0100
Battle of the 1970s bikes at Somerset auction
TWO motorcycles which battled it out in the sales charts throughout the early 1970s are going head to head once again - this time in the auction room.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 05:50:00 +0100
Bid for pub site to become 'residential' among latest South Somerset applications
BELOW are the planning applications received by South Somerset District Council for the week of March 29, 2021.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 17:48:31 +0100
Tesco, Asda and Morrisons among supermarkets issuing urgent products recalls
Salmonella poisoning, food allergies and pieces of plastic are just some of the reasons behind a number of urgent product recalls across the UK.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 17:47:37 +0100
IN PICTURES: Prince Philip’s close bond with his family
The Duke of Edinburgh was always amusing his family especially his children and grandchildren.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 10:30:00 +0100
GREEN FOCUS: 'Do we really just want to go back to 'normal'?'
WE are told that life returning to normal is what we are all yearning for after a year of lockdowns.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Campaign to cut motorcyclist deaths after 21 fatalities in five years in Somerset
A ROAD safety campaign has been launched in Somerset as figures show there were 21 fatal crashes involving motorcycles on the county's roads in the past five years.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Yeovil is one of the easiest places to pass driving tests first time
A SOMERSET town is revealed as one of the easiest places in the country to pass your driving test first time.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 07:53:37 +0100
Appeal to find EuroMillions winner who has not claimed £140,000 prize
SOMEONE in Somerset could be sitting on a windfall of more than £140,000.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 07:30:00 +0100
Shoplifting and driving cases at Taunton Magistrates' Courts
A MOTORIST who failed to give police the details of the driver of a vehicle has received a bill for £1,346 by the court.

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 05:55:00 +0100
5 of the best properties on sale in Somerset this week
HERE are our picks of some of the best properties on sale in Somerset this week - as featured in your 20-page Property Plus pullout in this week's County Gazette.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:00:53 +0100
Prince Philip has died at the age of 99
Prince Philip died this morning at Windsor Castle. He was aged 99.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:08:03 +0100
Buckingham Palace announces the death of Prince Philip at 99
BUCKINGHAM Palace has announced that the Duke of Edinburgh has died at the age of 99.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 09:44:00 +0100
How and where to get your FREE Covid rapid flow test in Somerset from today
PEOPLE in Somerset have access to regular free coronavirus testing from today (Friday, April 9) as the country takes another vital step towards society opening up again.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
COURT LATEST: Brompton Ralph businessman admits jumping red light
A MOTORIST who jumped a red light avoided a driving ban to protect the jobs of 12 people he employs.

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Easter egg hunt to save the Dragon Pub in Combe St Nicholas
A COMMUNITY campaign to save a much-loved village pub got a boost after an Easter fundraiser.

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 16:29:45 +0100
Latest Covid figures for Somerset
TWO further Covid-related deaths have been recorded in a Somerset district, according to the latest 24-hour figures.

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Foodbank boxes at Tesco in Chard and Ilminster
SHOPPERS in Chard and Ilminster can now donate food items to their local foodbank at Tesco.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 16:45:11 +0100
Single figure new Covid cases recorded in all four Somerset districts
THERE were single figure increases in new confirmed Covid-19 cases in all four Somerset districts in the latest 24-hour period.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:44:32 +0100
Under-30s to avoid AstraZeneca vaccine - what if you've already had first jab?
The regulator stressed that this was not proof that the jab was the cause of the clots but conceded that the link was getting stronger.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 13:10:40 +0100
Highways England awards £328m contract for dual carriageway between Taunton and Ilminster
HIGHWAYS England has awarded a £328 million contract to design and deliver an upgrade to the A358 between the M5 at Taunton and the Southfields roundabout on the A303 to Taylor Woodrow Plus.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 11:17:26 +0100
Is Somerset heading for a referendum over unitary authority plans?
COULD the people of Somerset be heading to another referendum - this time over the future of local government in the county?

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:26:17 +0100
Avon and Somerset Police Chief Constable Andy Marsh stepping down
THE Chief Constable of Avon and Somerset Police it to retire from the force this summer.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Projects in South Petherton and Somerton receive community grants
THREE projects in South Somerset have been given a total of £35,000.

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 15:01:03 +0100
Yeovil family accountancy firm Ivan Rendall & Co acquired by Old Mill
YEOVIL-BASED family accountancy firm Ivan Rendall & Co has been acquired by financial advisory firm Old Mill, which covers Devon, Somerset and Wiltshire.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 15:47:04 +0100
New A358 layout near M5 in Taunton to open next week
THE £19.2million project to upgrade Taunton’s M5 Junction 25 hits another landmark next week with the opening of the permanent road layout.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:35:29 +0100
Who could treat these two dogs found in Somerset like this?
RSPCA inspectors are investigating after a dog was found dumped with a severely infected ear in Somerset.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 10:25:33 +0100
Where you can get your free, rapid lateral flow tests in Somerset TWICE A WEEK
EVERYONE in England is being offered two rapid lateral flow tests a week - for free.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 09:35:14 +0100
Stage two of lockdown easing from Monday
WE'LL be able to workout in the gym, pop into the pub for a refreshing beer and then get a long-awaited haircut from next Monday.

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Chard man raises money to buy dad a Hero Arm from Open Bionics
A MAN from Chard is trying to raise £11,000 to buy his dad a new arm.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Senior staff salaries at Somerset County Council
THE chief executive of Somerset County Council is on a higher salary than the Prime Minister, figures on the authority's website show.

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 13:29:18 +0100
Motorhome fire in Pibsbury, near Langport
A MOTORHOME was 90 per cent damaged by fire this morning (April 5).

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 06:42:07 +0100
Crash near Half Moon Inn, Horsington, Templecombe
A WOMAN was rescued from a car after a crash last night (April 4).

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
8 tips to help you get back into fitness as lockdown restriction ease
After a year of lockdown restrictions, it can be hard to find the motivation to put your workout gear on and start an exercise, no matter how small.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 12:22:21 +0100
Residents create crochet displays in villages across the Blackdowns in Somerset
RESIDENTS in Somerset have decorated churches and village halls across the Blackdown Hills for Easter.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Yeovil man wins Census 2021 Community Hero Award
A MAN from Yeovil has been awarded a unique purple plaque for his services to the community.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 17:49:21 +0100
Latest Covid-19 cases and infection rates in Somerset
THERE have been 20 new coronavirus cases in Somerset in the past 24-hours.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 17:32:03 +0100
Somerset fire crews battle White Hart Inn fire in Devon
FIRE crews from all over Somerset have spent their Easter Sunday battling a large pub fire in Devon.

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 10:40:29 +0100
Watch: Peaceful protests in Somerset towns over Easter weekend
PEACEFUL protests took place across Somerset yesterday against the new policing bill.



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