Chard And Ilminster News
Sat, 13 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Three-bed family home with double carport in South Petherton
THIS family home is a three bedroom mid-terrace property situated on the highly exclusive development at Yeabridge Court.
Sat, 13 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Lurcher cared for at Ferne Animal Sanctuary is looking for her forever home
A LURCHER cared for at a Chard animal sanctuary is “desperately seeking her forever home”.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 18:48:30 +0100Somerset avoids drought status during heatwave – here’s why
Somerset has avoided drought status despite it being the driest first half of the year since 1976 – here’s why.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 12:43:17 +0100Marchant de Lange leaves Somerset for Gloucestershire
PACE bowler Marchant de Lange is leaving Somerset County Cricket Club at the end of the season to join Gloucestershire.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 12:15:52 +0100Police appeal to locate Liam Gordon
POLICE have issued an appeal for help to locate a wanted man.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:55:28 +0100Thunderstorm warning issued for Somerset
THUNDERSTORMS could develop on Monday, bringing “heavy rain” and “disruption”, the latest Met Office forecast said.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:10:47 +0100South Petherton Carnival to celebrate centenary in September edition
SOUTH Petherton Carnival is inviting residents to join its centenary edition this September.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 10:05:43 +0100Yeovil residents applaud as plans for homeless hostel refused
Yeovil residents broke out into applause on Wednesday evening (August 10) after plans for a new homeless hostel likened to a “concentration camp” were unanimously refused.
Fri, 12 Aug 2022 09:41:54 +0100Somerset drought: Hosepipe ban update amid Met Office heatwave weather warning
Drought looming for the south west amid Met Office amber heatwave weather warning – but will it bring a hosepipe ban for Somerset?
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:27:45 +0100Somerset drought: Hosepipe ban update amid Met Office heatwave weather warning
Drought looming for the south west amid Met Office amber heatwave weather warning – but will it bring a hosepipe ban for Somerset?
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 16:22:20 +0100No opening date set for new Somerset McDonald's on the A303
Motorists travelling on the A303 through Somerset may have to wait a little longer before they can grab a burger.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 15:26:45 +0100National Drought Group to meet today as South West faces another heatwave
THE National Drought Group will meet tomorrow in the wake of a four-day extreme heat warning.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:32:07 +0100James Hildreth announces retirement from Somerset cricket
JAMES Hildreth has today (Thursday, August 11) confirmed he will retire from professional cricket at the end of the season.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:05:54 +0100Popular Chard takeaway to relocate to former hardware store
A popular Chinese takeaway in Somerset could relocate to a former hardware store if new plans are approved.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 10:16:22 +0100Police sergeant misconduct hearing over on-duty sex claim
AN on-duty Avon and Somerset Police sergeant had sex with a vulnerable member of the public, it is claimed.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Cllr Jenny Kenton’s column on street improvements in Chard
I HAVE had quite a lot of contact from local people regarding difficulty using pavements and rights of way because of overhanging vegetation.
Thu, 11 Aug 2022 06:44:10 +0100Dodgy car plates in Avon and Somerset patch
AVON and Somerset Police have published these images of dodgy car registration plates spotted on vehicles in the force area.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:53:51 +0100All the guidelines on hosepipe and water usage in Somerset
FOUR water companies have announced hosepipe bans across the UK, as another heatwave is set to scorch the country this week.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:12:13 +0100Red Arrows to fly over Taunton, Bridgwater, and Wellington today
THE Red Arrows are expected to fly over Somerset this afternoon as part of their flypast to Exeter.
Wed, 10 Aug 2022 06:57:00 +0100Nominate your favourite good causes for our Cash For Charities initiative
We are giving local charities the chance to take a share in a massive £16k giveaway.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:07:46 +0100The Labyrinth Challenge makes its debut in Yeovil
THERE’S still a chance to join the fun at a huge family extravaganza making its Somerset debut in Yeovil this weekend.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 11:40:25 +0100Barrington Fete and Party to feature scarecrow competition
THE Barrington Fete and Party will take place on Saturday, August 20.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 11:24:27 +0100Spectators enjoy the sunshine at T20 Festival in Ilminster
CRICKET fans young and old enjoyed a day full of action at Ilminster Cricket Club on Sunday.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 10:19:59 +0100Met Office issues extreme heat warning for Somerset
A FOUR-DAY amber warning for extreme heat has been issued for Somerset and the South West.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 09:39:13 +0100Women’s Softball Festival in Chard
THE Women’s Softball Festival took place in Chard last weekend.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 11:54:30 +0100No GWR service through Taunton on Saturday August 13
GREAT Western Railway has confirmed that there will be no train service running through Taunton station on Saturday, August 13 due to more rail strikes.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 07:36:00 +0100Closed Misterton school to reopen as specialist site
A Somerset school which was closed as part of controversial school reforms will be reopened to give vulnerable children and young people the support they need.
Tue, 09 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100Drink driving teacher drove towards pedestrian and her dog in Chard
A TEACHER who drove towards a pedestrian in Chard leaving her so afraid she scooped up her dog fearing they would be struck, has been given a suspended prison sentence.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 15:52:47 +0100Chard drink driver had been on "serious bender" the day before
A CHARD man who was more than three and a half times the drink-drive limit when he was stopped by police was also found with a claw hammer in his car.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 14:35:16 +0100Somerset people urged to use buses more
A CAMPAIGN to encourage more people to hop on buses has been launched as households face mounting financial pressures.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 14:14:38 +0100New Crewkerne car park will be delivered without new housing
A new car park will be delivered in a Somerset market town without the need for new housing following a decision by district councillors.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 12:51:42 +0100Coombe Farm Organic wins three Great Taste Awards
COOMBE Farm Organic scooped three Great Taste Awards, including the elite 3-star award for their slow-grown Organic Whole Goose.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:23:35 +0100Everything you need to know about plans for new Chard Parkway railway station
A new Somerset ‘parkway’ railway station could be delivered in the coming years with new businesses and transport links to local villages.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 11:06:00 +0100Greenfylde First School in Ilminster wins Platinum Award
JUST in time for the Platinum Jubilee year, Greenfylde First School in Ilminster won a Platinum Award in the Woodland Trust Green Tree Schools programme.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:45:00 +0100End-of-year play at Greenfylde First School in Ilminster
YEAR 4 pupils at Greenfylde First School in Ilminster, worked really hard over the final weeks of the term learning lines and songs for their end-of-year play 'Jack and Jill and the Beanstalk.’
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:38:13 +0100Gold bracelet sells for over £1,000 at Taunton auction
FASHIONS may come and go, but the draw of well made and designed items never lose their appeal.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 10:17:33 +0100War hero and ambassador's medals and memorabilia for sale
A GROUP of medals won by war hero Sir Thomas 'Archie' Lamb are included in the Charterhouse September auction of medals, militaria, coins and stamps.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 06:30:27 +0100Locations where police are siting speed cameras in Somerset
HERE'S a list of sites across Somerset where police will be operating mobile speed cameras during the week starting today (Monday, August 8).
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 06:12:44 +0100Major roadworks in Somerset this week
TREES affected by ash dieback and traffic light refurbishment works are among the major roadworks being undertaken in Somerset this week.
Mon, 08 Aug 2022 05:05:00 +0100Avon & Somerset among top 10 tool theft hotspots, according to police data
Tools are being stolen every 45 minutes across the UK and Avon & Somerset is among the top 10 tool theft hotspots, according to police data.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 10:01:53 +0100Holyrood School pupils sign off new construction milestone
HOLYROOD Academy pupils have added their signatures to the new Holyrood Academy expansion project this week.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 08:30:00 +0100Ever wanted to own a B&B? Here's one for sale in Merriott
THIS is a spacious character house and separate detached Annex, built of natural stone and situated on the edge of this favoured South Somerset village.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, August 7
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, August 7.
Sun, 07 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100UK drivers face £5,000 fine for splashing pedestrians when it rains
According to the Road Traffic Act 1988 in reference to careless and inconsiderate driving, the law is clear.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:30:16 +0100Luxurious new build with elevation over Ilminster for sale
SITUATED in a tucked away position, this superb detached property offers the best of both worlds.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 08:28:14 +0100Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 1 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100£400 energy rebate: 500,000 UK renters could miss out on government support
Households will start receiving money off their energy bills from October, with the discount made in six instalments.
Sat, 06 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Why do wasps follow you? How to avoid being chased by wasps this summer
During August and September wasps turn their attentions to sweet food making them much more of a nuisance.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 19:43:51 +0100Appeal in Somerset to find missing man Stephen Lewis
POLICE are asking people in four locations in Somerset to look out for a missing man.
Fri, 05 Aug 2022 14:39:45 +0100Police appeal to find wanted prisoner on the run Sean Phipps
POLICE believe a convicted rapist and kidnapper may be in Somerset.