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Chard And Ilminster News

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 06:41:58 +0000
Driving tips in icy and frosty road conditions
MOTORISTS across Somerset are being urged to take precautions when driving during frosty and icy conditions.

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:46:14 +0000
King Charles 50p coin 'fantastic opportunity' for collectors
The new coins will enter circulation in post offices around the UK from Thursday.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:38:18 +0000
ONS estimates of number of smokers in your area
THE percentage of people who smoke cigarettes has shot up in Somerset West and Taunton, according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000
110 arrests under Avon and Somerset Police Operation Tonic
POLICE have so far made 110 arrests as part of a winter crackdown on drink and drug drivers across the Avon and Somerset force area.

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 10:15:02 +0000
Tesco, Sainsbury's and more own budget products hit worst by inflation
Supermarkets' own brand and budget prices jumped higher than premium brands during the cost of living crisis, according to Which?

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 09:47:38 +0000
Scarlet Fever symptoms as parents urged to be on the 'lookout'
Officials said they can “fully understand” that parents are concerned about rising cases.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 09:46:27 +0000
Rail Strikes December: Christmas strike dates announced
RMT union have shared new train strike dates to take place during the Christmas period.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 12:52:05 +0000
Somerset Community Foundation raises £500,000
SOMERSET Community Foundation (SCF) has raised an incredible £500,000 for vital local charities supporting communities affected by the cost-of-living crisis.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 11:06:08 +0000
Two Ilminster businesses shortlisted in Muddy Stilettos Awards
TWO Ilminster-based businesses have been announced as National Finalists in the inaugural National Muddy Stilettos Awards 2022.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 10:55:00 +0000
The Minster to host Christingle service on December 11
PEOPLE of all ages have been invited to a Christingle service to celebrate the light of Jesus and share a message of hope in the run-up to Christmas.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 10:14:02 +0000
New juniors tennis course to start at Chard Tennis Club
CHARD Tennis Club has announced a new six week course for juniors looking to get into tennis next year.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:45:49 +0000
South Somerset Visitor Information Centre wins gold at tourism awards
SOUTH Somerset Visitor Information Centre has won the top Gold award for Visitor Information Service of the Year, presented at this year’s 2022 Bath and Somerset Tourism Awards ceremony.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 07:19:54 +0000
Sub-zero temperatures coming to Somerset this week and next
LOOK out those woolly jumpers - it's going to get pretty cold out there across Somerset over the next few days.

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 09:53:54 +0000
Winter Solstice: When is the shortest day of the year?
What is the Winter Solstice as the shortest day approaches?

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 09:42:26 +0000
Strep A: Primary school children could be given antibiotics en masse
Antibiotics could be given to all children in a year group who had been affected by Strep A, even if they did not have any symptoms

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 08:27:27 +0000
A303 Podimore remains closed after 'serious accident'
THE A303 at Podimore is blocked eastbound after an 'incident' earlier this morning. All lanes are closed.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:37:48 +0000
Woman dies in A303 collision involving three vehicles
A WOMAN has sadly died after a three-vehicle collision on the A303 near Podimore this morning (Monday, December 5).

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:04:00 +0000
Gallery: Ferne Animal Sanctuary hosts 2022 Festive Fayre
FERNE Animal Sanctuary hosted its annual Festive Fayre on December 3 and 4, featuring a canine photoshoot with Fuchsia Photography.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:11:32 +0000
Avon & Somerset DC Scott Burton banned for sexting a child
A DISGRACED Avon and Somerset detective has been banned from ever again serving as a police officer.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:30:00 +0000
Original Factory Shop in Chard raises hundreds for charity
THE Original Factory Shop has raised hundreds of pounds for the Chard Hospital League of Friends, a charity that supports Chard Community Hospital.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:35:21 +0000
Three saved from fire and six taken to hospital in Yeovil
FIREFIGHTERS rescued an adult and two babies from a house fire in the early hours of this morning (Monday, December 5).

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 07:10:08 +0000
Police mobile speed camera locations in Somerset this week
POLICE are out in force across Somerset this week checking on motorists' speeds.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:48:18 +0000
Roadworks across Somerset being carried out this week
AN investigation is being carried out today (Monday, December 5) into a sink hole in a Taunton street.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:46:52 +0000
What you should do if you think your child has Strep A infection
A number of schoolchildren have died this week amid a deadly Strep A outbreak.

Mon, 05 Dec 2022 09:36:42 +0000
Strep A: All you need to know from symptoms to treatment
A separate case has been reported in Wales, taking the known UK total to six.

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Latest planning applications in South Somerset
A PLANNING application that includes the erection of nine dwellings and the demolition of commercial buildings was among those received by South Somerset District Council in the last week.

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 07:49:53 +0000
Confusing driving rules to avoid at Christmas time
AS Christmas draws closer, many motorists are getting into the festive spirit.

Sun, 04 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
South Somerset house prices: Average house prices rise by £3,000
House prices in South Somerset have gone up by an average of over £3,000 in the month of September, according to figures from the Land Registry.

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 11:19:50 +0000
Misconduct hearing for ex detective DC Scott Burton
AN Avon and Somerset Police detective admitted 'sexual communication with a child under the age of 16', a disciplinary hearing will be told.

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 10:30:00 +0000
Fraud victim's statement after pharmacy business lost £1.3million
THIS is the business impact statement submitted by Max Punni whose pharmacy business lost £1.3million through the fraud carried out by Darren McKenzie

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 09:52:26 +0000
Somerset County Council's new plans for evening buses
Somerset County Council has revealed plans to subsidise evening services connecting Taunton with the towns of Minehead, Bridgwater, Wellington and Chard after 8pm and running to at least 10.30pm.

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Chalet house in Tatworth on the market
A ‘STUNNING’ four-bedroom chalet house near Chard is on the market.

Sat, 03 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Chard pub to host musician who played for King Charles III
CHARD music lovers will get the chance to enjoy an afternoon of live music at a pub in the town with a professional musician who has played for King Charles III.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 15:41:14 +0000
Minehead man jailed after stealing £1.3m to fund lavish lifestyle
A MAN who stole more than £1.3million from his friend and employer and spent it on luxury holidays, designer goods and home renovations has been jailed for five years and eight months.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 12:09:00 +0000
Ilton thanked for patience after fire at thatched house
VILLAGERS have been thanked for their patience and co-operation as firefighters have tackled a thatched house fire in Ilton, near Ilminster.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:14:17 +0000
Glastonbury 2023: Sir Elton John to headline in last UK gig
Sir Elton John is to headline Glastonbury 2023 to mark his last-ever UK tour date.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 11:19:33 +0000
Strep A virus: Signs and symptoms as third child dies within a week
Group A streptococcus (or Strep A) is known to cause scarlet fever, throat infections and, in very rare cases, invasive disease.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:38:00 +0000
19 fire engines tackle blaze at thatched property in Ilton
POLICE and firefighters remain at the scene of a fire at a thatched property in Ilminster, where there have been no reported injuries.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:46:23 +0000
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for dense fog
A YELLOW weather warning has been issued by the Met Office, with dense fog set to bring “difficult travel conditions” this evening and tomorrow morning.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:03:00 +0000
Body found in house near Chard after fire on Sunday morning
A BODY has been found in a property that was severely damaged by fire on Sunday, police have confirmed.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:02:20 +0000
Van driver accused of crashing into car to stand trial
A VAN driver accused of colliding with the rear of a car on the A303 Ilminster Bypass leaving the driver with life-changing injuries has been ordered to stand trial at Taunton Crown Court.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:46:47 +0000
Ilminster man lashed out at police
ARRESTED for a crime he did not commit, an Ilminster man lashed out at the police injuring one of the officers and threatened to “put a bullet” through his head.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000
How NatWest could help you cut emissions and lower energy bills
A new free digital Carbon Planner tool from NatWest helps all businesses reduce their carbon emissions

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:15:54 +0000
DWP Universal Credit claimants set for £10 Christmas cash boost
Millions will see extra cash in their bank account this Christmas.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 10:49:40 +0000
Royal Mail Strikes December 2022: When are the postal strikes?
Check when you can expect post this week as thousands of Royal Mail staff strike.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 16:39:50 +0000
Repair works to protect Chard’s electricity supply over Christmas
CHARD town centre could be affected by an electrical issue and repair work will be carried out to protect the supply and avoid disruption around Christmas.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 15:20:01 +0000
Future of four carnivals in balance amid storage barn plans
The future of four Somerset carnivals is hanging in the balance once more as the local authority prepares to debate plans for a new storage facility for a second time.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 11:26:42 +0000
Aldi trials clear milk bottles tops in Somerset
ALDI is trialling clear caps on milk bottles in its Somerset stores to improve its products' recyclability.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 16:18:46 +0000
Somerset Waste Partnership Christmas tips to avoid waste
SOMERSET residents have been asked to consider using recycling centres and only cooking what they need so festive bin collections go off smoothly.

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 14:39:58 +0000
Ilminster residents invited to have their say on community's future
ILMINSTER residents are still invited to join a public consultation and have their say about the community and its future.



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