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Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Large family home with pool on the market in Crewkerne
TUCKED away near the centre of the most popular town of Crewkerne, first glimpses of Highlands are most impressive with its attractive façade.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 20 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge News and Chard and Ilminster News.

Sat, 25 Jun 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Exact time Glastonbury headliners will be on TV - full schedule for Saturday
Another day of Glastonbury Festival is here and you can find the schedule for Saturday and how you can watch it on TV here.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 13:49:18 +0100
Victoria's Secret has a summer sale with up to 50 percent off lingerie, sleepwear and more
The luxurious American lingerie brand has slashed the prices of its sought-after bras, pants, sleepwear and PINK range.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 14:44:25 +0100
Mathew Barratt jailed for Yeovil and Ilminster crimes
A BURGLAR has been jailed after committing a number of crimes over two days in South Somerset.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:31:17 +0100
Chard regeneration has left town centre "on its knees"
The regeneration of Chard has left the town centre “on its knees” and provided poor value for money for taxpayers.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:49:12 +0100
Where to watch Glastonbury on TV - Full BBC schedule this weekend
Here's where you can watch Glastonbury on TV this weekend.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:08:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: Where to watch Glastonbury on TV and full set-list for Friday
Here's the line-up for the main stage at Glastonbury Festival 2022 on Friday, June 24.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 15:36:08 +0100
Glastonbury Festival 2022: President Zelensky addresses crowds - Watch here
The Ukrainian president called for the world to “spread the truth” about Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:44:09 +0100
Ilminster to get £25,000 playground
Up to £25,000 will be spent in the coming months to deliver a brand new play area near the possible site of a major housing development in Somerset.

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:30:25 +0100
Climate change examined at Crewkerne Museum exhibition
CREWKERNE and District Museum is opening an exhibition, 'Our World, Your Choice,”, on Saturday (June 25).

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:55:49 +0100
Aldi's best-selling Hot Tub and accessories are back in time for summer - How to get yours
Summer is here and it just got even better because Aldi has brought back its best-selling Hot Tub!

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 08:34:57 +0100
Met Office warning to Glastonbury punters to 'take shelter' from thunderstorms today
The Met Office issued a yellow thunderstorm warning which takes in Somerset

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:56:58 +0100
Several primary schools in rural Somerset may have to close
Several primary schools in rural Somerset may have to close in the next few years as the county’s birthrate continues to fall.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:28:00 +0100
Nicholas Allan to attend book-signing event to celebrate debut
A LOCAL author will take part in a signing event to celebrate the launch of his new book about his travels in the former republic of Yugoslavia.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 13:04:01 +0100
Producers and retailers join Somerset Food Trail Festival
THE Somerset Food Trail Festival on July 15-24 is an 'open farm’ and farm-to-fork showcase that puts the spotlight on Somerset's smaller-scale, nature-friendly farmers and artisan producers in all their fascinating diversity, giving visitors a bett...

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:42:58 +0100
Weather of ‘two halves’ for Glastonbury fans
THE gates to Glastonbury Festival will officially open today after a three-year hiatus, with music fans set to enjoy high temperatures alongside the infamous showers and mud on Worthy Farm.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:32:31 +0100
Met Office issues thunderstorm warning for Somerset
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning that could affect Somerset tomorrow, Thursday, June 23.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:26:50 +0100
Shop tents, sleeping bags and all your festival camping essentials from Aldi
Festival season is truly upon us and if you’re set for a summer of camping, overpriced drinks and good music then we’ve got the list for you.

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 09:48:07 +0100
Ukraine Eurovision winners Kalush Orchestra confirmed for Glastonbury performance
Eurovision winners, Kalush Orchestra, will be performing at this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:04:57 +0100
Jennifer and Stephen Chapple's family shares personal statement
THE family of Jennifer and Stephen Chapple have shared their tributes following the sentencing of Colling Reeves.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:22:42 +0100
Delivery of crucial Chard relief road to be discussed this summer
Efforts to deliver a crucial relief road on the eastern side of Chard will come under close scrutiny in a new report due out this summer.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:04:57 +0100
South West Medals for Accelerate Trampoline gymnasts
ACCELERATE Trampoline and Gymnastics Club are celebrating success after three gymnasts won medals at the South West Regional Trampoline Competition last weekend.

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 14:33:58 +0100
LOOKFANTASTIC reveals best beauty dupes to discontinued products from NYX, Becca and more
That unique pain when your favourite beauty product is discontinued. Avoid it with the best dupes available from LOOKFANTASTIC.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 16:34:58 +0100
M5 and A303 overnight closures in Somerset this week
DRIVERS planning on making late-night trips on the M5 and A303 this week should be aware of carriageway closures in place from tonight.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 15:48:54 +0100
Somerset campaign as horse-vehicle incidents increase
DRIVERS in Somerset are being urged to 'rein in' as incidents involving horses and vehicles are on the rise

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:37:00 +0100
Greenfylde First School invites community to see artwork
Greenfylde First School pupils in Ilminster have invited members of the community to see their artwork on display at The Meeting House and the Minster.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 13:16:54 +0100
Man jailed for committing same offence FOUR times in a day
A MAN with a "flagrant disregard" for the law has been jailed after committing the same offence four times on the same day.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 11:15:42 +0100
Flag raising and events in Somerset to mark Armed Forces Day
SOMERSET County Council has raised the flag outside County Hall in Taunton to mark Armed Forces Day this coming Saturday (June 25).

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 10:19:11 +0100
Latest plans for A358 dualling between Taunton and Ilminster
NATIONAL Highways' interactive tools showing how the proposed A358 upgrade between Taunton and Ilminster could impact on people proved at recent consultation events.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 06:12:17 +0100
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset
THERE may well be slow moving traffic in the Glastonbury area this week with the festival taking place - but motorists still stand a good chance of being caught if they speed.

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Planets align in night sky - how to watch in Somerset
This week is the best time to see a rare event where all the major planets line up in the night's sky, coinciding with the return of the Glastonbury Festival.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 13:19:16 +0100
Guests enjoy return of South Petherton Folk Fest 2022
Photos from South Petherton Folk Fest.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0100
1960 Jaguar at Charterhouse auction
A CLASSIC Jaguar, which has been in the same family for 62 years, is going under the Charterhouse gavel in their classic and collector car auction on Wednesday July 6 at the Haynes International Motor Museum.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Character home hidden by greenery in Ilminster up for sale
THIS is a beautiful light-filled character residence set within private gardens of 0.5 acres in an enviable position on the edge of town.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
French San-Sou-Pap motorcycle at Charterhouse auction
IN the Charterhouse specialist auction of classic and vintage motorcycles on Wednesday, June 29, is a rare 1920’s French San-Sou-Pap motorcycle.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Greenslade Taylor Hunt June antiques sale
THE ultimate romantic symbol – the diamond ring – was the sparkling star of the show at Greenslade Taylor Hunt’s June antiques sale.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 06:43:24 +0100
Summer Solstice parking in Glastonbury
HUNDREDS of people are expected to descend on Glastonbury on the longest day of the year this Tuesday (June 21).

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 06:01:00 +0100
The June planning applications for Yeovil, Chard and Ilminster
Property extensions, a new barn for 160 cows and tree felling are all on the list of planning applications in south Somerset this week.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Giant Hogweed seen in Somerset - how to deal with the toxic plant
An interactive map has been published, allowing people to report sightings of a toxic plant which can cause blisters and even blindness.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 06:22:00 +0100
Holland & Barrett product will have your skin glowing like Kate Middleton’s
Searches for ‘rosehip oil’ at Holland & Barrett have soared after it was revealed as one of Kate Middleton’s beauty secrets.

Sun, 19 Jun 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Charge your mobile at Glastonbury Festival 2022 - here's how
Avoid the devastation of a dead battery at this year's Glastonbury Festival - here's how to charge your phone at the festival.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 16:39:56 +0100
Met Office issues lightning warning for Somerset
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for an area of storms producing lightning in Somerset.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:04:01 +0100
Chard Wheelers enjoying warmer weather in social rides
CLEARER skies and warmer days recently has seen 1st Chard Wheelers don their summer cycling gear and get out on the roads of Somerset and beyond.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of June 11 2022
Camera Club pictures featured in the County Gazette, Bridgwater Mercury, Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News and Chard and Ilminster News newspapers this week.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Large country residence on the market
THIS is an entirely unique opportunity to acquire one of the most idyllic and magnificent of country residences with grounds of circa 4 acres.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Scouts appeal for volunteers at Huish Woods
SCOUT leaders are appealing for volunteers to help carry out maintenance at a campsite near Taunton used by up to 1,400 young people.

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 06:08:00 +0100
Abbott Lyon celebrates PRIDE month with new collection
Online jewellery chain Abbot Lyon has released a new PRIDE collection in partnership with LGBTQ+ helpline charity Switchboard.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:22:37 +0100
Chapple family statement after Collin Reeves' murder conviction
FOLLOWING Collin Reeves' conviction for murder, a statement from the family of his victims was released.

Fri, 17 Jun 2022 15:21:36 +0100
Collin Reeves guilty of murder of Stephen and Jennifer Chapple
AN Afghanistan veteran who stabbed his neighbours in their home while their children slept upstairs following a row over parking has been convicted of their murders.



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