Chard And Ilminster News
Sun, 28 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 22 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:00:00 +0100Farming fatalities in South West on decrease
A RISK management specialist is urging the region’s farmers not to relax safety standards after official figures revealed a drop in the number of fatalities in the British agricultural industry – with six deaths across the South West.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0100The Devon and Somerset Staghounds painting at auction
A PICTURE of local stag hounds by one of Britain's most celebrated sporting artists is forecast to fetch a five-figure sum when it goes to auction.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100This four-bed family home is a hidden gem in Crewkerne
THIS superb four bedroom detached house is on the market at a very reasonable price and may be a hidden gem.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Museum Hammond microcars at Charterhouse auction
THE Hammond Collection of Microcars in Kent is being sold by Dorset-based Charterhouse Auctioneers on Thursday, October 27.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Yeovil Hospital appoints first Roald Dahl Specialist Nurse
A SOMERSET hospital has won funding for its first Roald Dahl Specialist Nurse, who will support children with epilepsy and their families.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:34:40 +0100False widow spider warning as experts fear poisonous spiders could invade UK homes
The extreme weather had led to false widow spiders breeding and multiplying across the British Isles.
Sat, 27 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100DWP PIP £156 payment could be owed to Brits with asthma and 23 other health conditions
The DWP payment could be a welcome boost for those struggling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:27:46 +0100Energy bill direct debit warning to UK bill payers ahead of Ofgem price cap increase
The warning comes as Brits prepare for the energy price cap rise set to be announced by Ofgem on Friday.
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 10:14:06 +0100Somerset Wildlife Trust's Nature Reserves Fund Appeal
SOMERSET Wildlife Trust has launched a critical appeal to raise funds to care for its nature reserves.
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 08:39:30 +0100GCSE results from Somerset schools and colleges
WE'VE got a few more GCSE results round ups to add to our live blog yesterday.
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100All recycling and waste collections a day later next week
THERE are changes to recycling and waste collections across Somerset next week due to the Bank Holiday.
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:30:49 +0100Highway Code: UK drivers warned over four driving law changes in the UK
The driving law changes could lead to fines as motorist are urged to get themselves up to date.
Fri, 26 Aug 2022 09:20:45 +0100Tesco shoppers left 'gutted' by Tesco Clubcard change in November
Tesco has around 19 million Clubcard members across the UK.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 09:26:32 +0100GCSE results for students in Somerset
It's GCSE results day today and we're bringing you details of how the various schools in Somerset have fared.
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 16:07:43 +0100Priti Patel visits Avon and Somerset Police headquarters
HOME secretary Priti Patel visited Avon and Somerset Police's Portishead headquarters yesterday (August 24).
Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:49:25 +0100Wanted man Mark Cullen has South Somerset links
POLICE are appealing to members of the public in South Somerset to help locate a wanted man.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:04:06 +010083% of Somerset schools good/outstanding according to Ofsted
JUST over four in five schools in Somerset were rated good or outstanding at their last inspection, figures show.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 15:02:00 +0100Campaign against ticket office cuts at Crewkerne station
PROTESTERS have gathered at Crewkerne railway station in opposition to the potential closure its ticket office and others across the country.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Grant helps St Giles Animal Rescue Centre equip new cattery
AN animal rescue centre has built a new, modern cattery with help from a grant secured through the Cash for Charities campaign.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Somerset Business Awards 2023 entries open on September 12
ENTRIES open on Monday, September 12, for the prestigious Somerset Business Awards 2023 organised by Somerset Chamber of Commerce.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 09:02:21 +0100Facebook down: Why is my news feed showing posts to celebrities
Facebook users have been reporting issues with their service this morning as their homepage has not been showing regular posts.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:37:57 +0100Plans for 300 new homes near Crewkerne railway station
Crewkerne residents are being asked for their views on plans to build up to 300 new homes near their local railway station.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Buckland St Mary Flower Show 2022 a huge success
LOCALS enjoyed warmer weather for the Buckland St Mary Flower Show at the weekend.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Gallery: Over 1,000 people attend Barrington Village Fête
THERE was plenty on offer for Barrington residents at a successful fête and party held at the village hall on Saturday, August 20.
Tue, 23 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Fundraiser to help repair skate park in Chard's Henson park
YOUNG people in Chard have put their skateboards where their mouths are to raise money for repairs to a skate park in Chard.
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:48:34 +0100Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with dog in their car
The Highway Code contains advice and rules for people on Britain’s roads, including pet owners.
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:44:28 +0100Highway Code: Drivers could face £5,000 fine for driving with dog in their car
The Highway Code contains advice and rules for people on Britain’s roads, including pet owners.
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:45:00 +0100Gallery: Yesterday's Farming at the Dillington House Estate
HUNDREDS of vintage tractors and other pieces of agricultural equipment were on show at the Dillington House Estate near Ilminster at the weekend.
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 15:33:56 +0100Crewkerne prepares for Charter Fair
CREWKERNE is gearing up for three days of fun for its Charter Fair.
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:46:20 +0100Donyatt Flower and Vegetable Show returns
THE first Donyatt Flower and Vegetable Show since 2019 took place on Sunday (August 21).
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 14:02:38 +0100Chard man caught drug driving after leaving dad's house to avoid row
Concerned that his dad’s football team were losing, a Chard man left the house before the full-time whistle to avoid a row but ended up being caught drug driving.
Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:41:50 +0100Morrisons recall and ‘do not eat’ warning due to salmonella fears in mango products
Symptoms of salmonella can include fever, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps.
Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:09:56 +0100Somerset triathlete Holly Lawrence enjoying Collins Cup
HOLLY Lawrence, a triplet from Buckland St Mary, revealed she was stoked after claiming personal revenge and banishing her crash demons in the Collins Cup.
Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Somerset Camera Club pictures for the week of August 14 2022
HERE'S a look at the stunning Camera Club pictures featured this week.
Sun, 21 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +0100Detached family bungalow in Chaffcombe up for sale
THIS is an impressive four bedroom detached bungalow occupying a rural location on the very edge of Chaffcombe village.
Wed, 24 Aug 2022 16:43:18 +0100Tucked-away family cottage in village just outside Chard
SITUATED in a quiet tucked away position on the 'no through' Mill Lane in the village of Forton is this most charming and extended 4 bedroom semi detached cottage with off road parking for a number of vehicles.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 13:32:38 +0100Woman dies in collision on A303 near Wincanton
A YOUNG woman has died in a road collision in Somerset.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100A list of planning application received for South Somerset District Council
BELOW are planning applications received by South Somerset District Council in the week of August 8, 2022.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 11:48:29 +0100Uncertainty over future of Cineworld in Yeovil and Weston
UNCERTAINTY surrounds the future of two cinemas in Somerset.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 09:00:00 +010017th century ham stone Grade II listed property in Martock
THIS 13th century Church of All Saints in Martock was acquired by the Treasurer of Wells Cathedral in 1227, who then became the rector.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100Chinese antiques sell for £1,700 in Taunton
AN antiques auction house might not be your first thought when considering the current tricky economic climate, but perhaps it should be.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:30:00 +0100When you'll be able to get your Covid-19 autumn booster jab
THE autumn Covid booster vaccine is being rolled out in early September.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100Wife killer Glynn Razzell's application to Parole Board
A SOMERSET man sentenced to life behind bars for murdering his wife is hoping to be released.
Sat, 20 Aug 2022 06:00:00 +0100UNEARTHED: 1935 Bentley stored in farmer's shed for 68 years
A 1935 Bentley stored in an old cart shed for the past 68 years has been unearthed.
Fri, 19 Aug 2022 10:45:31 +0100Bogus St Margaret's boss Jon Andrewes must repay £100,000
A CHARLATAN who cheated his way into the top job at a Taunton charity has been ordered to repay almost £100,000 of his ill-gotten gains.
Fri, 19 Aug 2022 11:09:45 +0100Somerset Cost of Living Crisis Appeal
PEOPLE are being asked to dip into their pockets to help others in Somerset struggling to make ends meet.
Thu, 18 Aug 2022 08:31:41 +0100A level results day in Somerset
Hundreds of teenagers across Somerset are getting their A level results today (Thursday, August 18). We'll be bringing you results and reaction as they come in. Check out how your school or college has done. Send us your stories and pictures.
Thu, 18 Aug 2022 17:00:33 +0100PCs and PCSOs to administer lifesaving spray to addicts
A REFORMED heroin addict from Taunton has told how his life has been saved several times after overdosing.
Thu, 18 Aug 2022 15:09:17 +0100Don, 92, to raise funds for charity with zipwire challenge at Eden Project
A MAN will fly over the Eden Project on a zipwire on his 92nd birthday to raise money for a charity that looks after people with dementia.