A man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a one-month-old baby in Chard.

The cottage garden in East Lambrook, near Martock, launched its annual event on Saturday, February 1, for what could be the last time.

An Ilminster motorist has lost his licence for drug driving.

Avon and Somerset Police’s precept will increase by the maximum 5% amount in 2025/26, raising an additional £8.5 million from taxpayers.

The government made no assessment of the upfront costs of creating the unitary Somerset Council in April 2023, it can be revealed.

The Gardens Group, which owns Brimsmore Gardens, was presented with 11 accolades at the event at the De Vere Wokefield Estate in Reading.

A new report ranks all neighbourhoods in Somerset based on their average house prices as well as their total house sales from 2024 data.

A new Chard health walk is starting fortnightly from this week to encourage exercise, getting outdoors and wider community engagement.

Chard Carnival Committee held their annual presentation to local groups reflecting on the “challenges” of last year’s carnival and announcing the 2025 grant recipients.

Two teenagers have been released on bail following the stabbing of a teenager and a 50-year-old man in Yeovil.

25 YEARS ago this week, Ilminster’s Warehouse theatre was visited by a top UK brass band, who played a “wonderfully varied programme” that lead to a full house.

The number of dangerous dogs seized by Avon and Somerset Police nearly doubled in a year, official police data has revealed.

Yeovil MP, Adam Dance has been busy supporting Somerset communities devastated by the Storm Herminia flooding, now taking the fight to Westminster.

Somerset Council has been granted a 2.5 per cent increase to its Council Tax cap, following approval from the Angela Rayner, the Local Government Secretary.

The Children’s Writing Competition, described as an “integral part of the Ilminster Literary Festival” opens this week for children from Reception to Year 13.

A new section of Chard’s long-awaited eastern relief road (ERR) could soon be delivered – at a cost of building an extra 230 homes.

SOMERSET Council has launched a new campaign encouraging residents to recycle their metal packaging.

The year of the snake has started, to bring in the lunar New Year students at Herne View Primary School, Ilminster enjoyed a special serpent-themed dance workshop.

Several roads are closing in South Somerset starting as soon as this week including Russel Pope Avenue, Chard and Windmill Hill Lane in Ashill.

Chard Museum are paying tribute to the six million Jews killed in World War two through hosting their own Holocaust Memorial Day on February 4.

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Ofsted has announced its new report cards for school inspections in England, but some teaching unions have criticised the approach

UK households are rushing to cancel their BBC TV Licence and escape a £174 charge under new rules.

Nationwide is giving customers a free £900 within weeks - check to see if you're eligible.

A road into Yeovil has reopened after works to remove a split tree.

This week, the members of Somerset Camera Club have been taking photos of the best looking buildings in the county.

This attractive detached property occupies a quiet position in a residential cul-de-sac in the popular village of Chardstock.

Find out how good your general knowledge is with our quiz that will get you ready for your next trip to the pub.

Some people can get a new UK passport for free but most people will need to pay whether they apply online or by post.

Rats and other rodents like mice seek shelter, food and warmth in winter and preventing an infestation is better than removing one, says an expert.

A road into Yeovil will be closed to remove a split tree.

The Yeovil MP, who said seeing the damage of the recent storms first hand has been heartbreaking, is taking his call for urgent investment in flood prevention to Westminster.

This beautifully presented, three-bedroom bungalow is situated in the highly sought-after village of Horton.

A rare Royal Mint Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit 50p coin has sold for £320 on eBay

Aldi has unveiled its anticipated Valentine's Day deals for January and February 2025.

Bali, Krabi and Bressanone are among the life-extending wellness destinations Brits are looking to visit in 2025 according to Booking.com

Five men have denied murdering a man whose body was discovered more than a month after he was last seen.

Annie Tombs, 28, founder of the Mindful Mums Podcast, has called for a full public inquiry into NHS maternity services across Somerset, Dorset, and Devon that have been rated as inadequate or requiring improvement.

A car in Crowshute car park has been left 'completely destroyed' after a fire broke out on Thursday (January 30).

Somerset Council is set to receive half a million pounds of government funding to bring hundreds of trees to towns across the county. 

A number of Somerset towns feature among the least affordable places to live in in the UK, according to The Daily Telegraph

Buckland St Mary CofE Primary School in Somerset is celebrating the report following its recent SIAMS inspection in December 2024.

Four former Somerset MPs together claimed more than £40,000 after the General Election in May 2024.

The event, organised by local artist Vera Marques, will be held on Friday, January 31, from 4pm until 7pm.

Water bills are set to increase in Somerset after UK water suppliers unanimously confirmed a rise in water prices that will start soon.

The assault took place yesterday on Raglan Terrace, Yeovil, at 3.30pm on Wednesday, January 29.

An American Airlines airplane collided with a US Army helicopter in Washington and here's what we know so far about the incident

Scrapping some deliveries would save Royal Mail between £250 million and £425 million a year, according to Ofcom.

The new roof is said to be more durable than glass and allows for better climate control, UV protection, and airflow.

The company, which manages the motorways and major A roads in England, has been investing in community projects through its Social Value funding stream.