BELOW are planning applications received by South Somerset District Council in the week of February 21, 2022.

COUNCILLOR Ray Buckler is now the South Somerset District councillor for the Neroche ward after winning the council by-election this week.

AN elegant four-bedroom detached property sits in the heart of a sought-after village.

HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

Turning Red is heading to Disney+, shop the film's full collection now.

A YOUNG motorist from Somerset was clocked driving at twice the speed limit in a 30mph zone.

A SOMERSET detective with 25 years’ "exemplary" service has been sacked after sending obscene and abusive text messages to two sexual assault victims. 

Shop the GOSSYBOX Mother's Day limited edition box today.

This summer will see the festival return after a three year break.

Get tickets to the iconic festival and see Paul McCartney, Kendrick Lamar and more.

A MAN who recently lost his battle with illness is being remembered as a passionate footballer and a great friend.

A CHARITY set up following a teenager's sudden death is holding an online book auction.

TRAVELODGE has identified Minehead and Yeovil as target locations for new hotels as it looks for new “development opportunities” across the UK.

Waterstones has revealed the children's books you and your kids need to read to celebrate World Book Day this year.

Aldi's Hanging Egg Chair is back in stock today, but be quick as it is expected to sell out!

AN Ilminster mum living with a brain tumour is encouraging local people to take part in National Wear A Hat Day to raise money for Brain Tumour Research.

SOMERSET residents can treat their mums to a night of live music this Mother’s Day at a pub in the county.

COMMUNITY members in Chard are currently collecting much needed items to send to vulnerable people in Ukraine.

VISITORS enjoyed a monthly drumming workshop at Horton Village Hall near Ilminster on Saturday (February 26).

Tickets for Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium go on sale today.

POWER distribution company SEPD has been ordered to pay over £9,000 to comply with safety measures while carrying out street works in Stoke Trister.

THE number of Somerset 11-year-olds starting at the preferred secondary school in September has hit a record level.

A LEONARDO Helicopters trainee test flight engineer from Wells has completed the first phase of his training to qualify as a professional aircrew member in Yeovil.

YEOVIL MP Marcus Fysh has said he is "fully supportive" of tough sanctions against Russia following its "unacceptable" invasion of Ukraine.

A GROUP of volunteers are encouraging shoppers at Tesco in Ilminster to help them secure £1,500 for a new seesaw at Donyatt Recreational Area.

LEGO's iconic Spice Girl tribute set is out now. Here's how you can bag yours.

ILMINSTER Share and Repair facility held its grand opening on Saturday, February 26, marking the start of a new sustainability project in the town.

AN American motorist has been stopped by Avon and Somerset Police's roads policing unit for driving without insurance.

POLICE have published details of two motorists seemingly breaking the law on a stretch of road notorious for "serious collisions".

The Perfume Shop has some personalised services to make the gift for your loved one extra special.

Here's the content you can expect to see this March from Sky and the streaming service, NOW.

THE Somerset Rugby Referees Society issued a message on social media this weekend discussing the difficulties faced by local referees.

FOR many of us, the Severn Estuary and Bristol Channel provide a valuable source of inspiration and enjoyment - from walking along our coast paths, spending time on our beaches, watching wildlife or partaking in recreational activities such as sailin...

BELOW are planning applications received by South Somerset District Council in the week of February 14, 2022.

IF you have been putting off making a Will - here's your chance.

NORMA, Phoenix, Revival, Sparky, Fixy/Fixy McFixFace... these are the potential names chosen for the county's new mobile repair and reuse project.

ONE in 26 Avon and Somerset police officers identify as gay or lesbian, the first figures of their kind suggest.

HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

Here's how you can get your garden ready for the better weather with these 7 tasks from Primrose.

AN Avon and Somerset detective has been accused of sending inappropriate texts to two victims of sexual assault.

FORMER Team GB swimmer Mark Foster is calling on people across Somerset to take the plunge and sign up for Swimathon 2022.

A MOTORIST from Street has been banned from driving for 28 days and handed a £239 court bill after pleading guilty to speeding on the A303.

Mother’s Day is coming up and if you’re looking for something special to gift your mother this year, Oliver Bonas has some lovely pieces.

A MAN from Chard has explained why he decided to volunteer for a role in the Route1 advocacy service.

SOMERSET County Council is once again working with schools to provide food vouchers to families eligible for Free School Meals to combat holiday hunger over the February half-term.

SOMERSET County Council has successfully approved its last ever budget, which will see council tax bills rise by just under three per cent.

A FURTHER £800,000 will be spent on making a Somerset crematorium fit for purpose for at least the next 25 years.

THE chairman of Somerset County Council has revealed he may only have a couple of months to live.

SOMERSET County Cricket Club chief executive officer Gordon Hollins chats exclusively to the County Gazette about keeping Somerset a club for its members.

HOUSEHOLDERS across Somerset are being asked to help ease the pressure on recycling collections this Friday (February 25) as services bounce back from Storm Eunice.