Chard Truck Services seeks permission to expand operations with four more lorries and two additional trailers.

Fitness coach Pete Richards explains why strength training can help people stay independent and recover better after illness.

Fresh Fiction Somerset Short Stories Volume One brings together 47 stories inspired by South Petherton literary events since 2022.

Four-bedroom Montacute home with double garage, conservatory and countryside views on the market for offers over £575,000

A much-loved Chard café is set to launch a brand-new evening bistro

Plans for a new hot food takeaway have been turned down after its location close to an area used by young people came under scrutiny

A Great British Bake Off winner has shared a recipe for making “free” laundry detergent using conkers.

Government travel bosses have issued an urgent warning to Brits travelling to Mauritius in the aftermath of a police shooting.

Chard photographer Jason Reading's expanded biography of Natural Mr Universe champion Ed Akay celebrates resilience and giving back.

Five-bedroom West Coker home with country views, double garage and BBQ lodge on the market near Yeovil for £625,000

Somerset parents urged to apply for school places before October and January deadlines to boost chances of preferred schools.

Somerset Council will receive millions of pounds for economic development after the abolition of the Heart of the South West local enterprise partnership

Somerset Council will be raising parking charges after Christmas - with further changes planned from the autumn of 2027, after the local elections

Loved ones have paid tribute to Lewis Wise, who was a “free spirit” and a friend to all who knew him

Members of Somerset Camera Club have been busy taking pictures of places that make them the happiest.

Experts say this is the ideal date to put up your Christmas tree, with tips on measuring space, checking decorations and testing lights.

Uswitch has broken down the cost of leaving household items on standby overnight, such as TVs and game consoles

Somerset drivers will need to be aware of a few closures on the M5 for the weekend of October 16 to 18

Somerset Council, police and SARI are urging people to report hate crime during National Hate Crime Awareness Week.

Somerset Libraries launches free family activities in Wellington, Chard and Taunton, including crafts, games and author visits.

Somerset Council launches autumn events with campfire storytelling, bushcraft, photography walks and marshmallow toasting.

Burnham-on-Sea officer PC Matthew Bond has been named unsung hero of the year at the Avon & Somerset Police Federation Awards.

South Petherton's David Hall welcomes Dan Whitehouse, Gustaf Ljunggren and Molly Rymer for a special live performance on October 30.

Nine new homes will be built in the village, including four affordable homes - but the community won't see a penny of community infrastructure levy funds

A car has been seized in Chard after being found without insurance, tax, or a valid MOT

Taylor Wimpey can begin building out the remainder of the Crewkerne Key Site south of the A30 Yeovil Road after securing planning permission

More than 100 new places will be created across Somerset, making it easier for children and young people with special needs to study more locally

Yatton railway station has reached the final five of the World Cup of Stations 2026. People can vote until October 18 before the winner is announced

David Bailey has been jailed after breaching a criminal behaviour order by shoplifting to fund his drug habit.

Residents are calling for urgent improvements to the main bus service between Taunton, Ilminster and Chard after a petition was launched demanding action

The Hive has been given a lifeline after councillors withdrew a motion to freeze its funding

How pensioners aged 75 and over on Pension Credit can claim a free TV licence, save £180 and receive automatic refunds on payments

The food influencer and budgeting content creator set out to assemble the most expensive combination available in the store

Clinton Rogers argues small acts of customer care can leave a lasting impression, even in an age focused on cutting costs.

Adam Dance MP says youth services saved his life and is urging continued investment in support for young people.

Lentells Chartered Accountants raised a record £1,189 for Macmillan Cancer Support through coffee mornings in Chard, Taunton and Seaton.

Somerset Council has secured £5.87m to tackle rough sleeping, funding housing and support services over the next three years.

The Chard pub recently featured on a Channel 4 TV show hosted by a star from Celebrity Traitors

Trick-or-treaters have been reminded that one traditional Halloween prank could amount to criminal damage, say Avon and Somerset Police

Flags put up across Chard could be removed after the council said they were "unauthorised" and "unlawful"

The government says household supplies will remain uninterrupted despite growing concern over dwindling water resources

Somerset Council leader Bill Revans intervened to stop plans to save £185,000 from next year's budget by cutting support for young carers

Police have thanked traders and the local community in one Somerset town who helped bring two "prolific shoplifters" to the courts for dozens of thefts

Alistair Rutter has been jailed for nearly six years after pouring boiling water on a woman

Asda customers can pick up a box containing 30 330ml cans for £10, reduced from £14.24

Tesco is recruiting 28,000 temporary workers across the UK for Christmas, with pay starting at £13.28 an hour and no CV required

Five-bedroom detached house in Yeovil with four reception rooms, large garden and garage goes on the market for £600,000

The Gambler by Andrzej Stach wins Ilminster Arts Centre Photography Open Competition 2026, beating more than 50 entries.

South Somerset residents can get free NHS, social care and benefits advice at Crewkerne Community Hospital on October 16, with local support organisations.

Chard weather forecast: Met Office predicts sunny skies and intervals from October 14-18 this week, with temperatures falling and winds gusting up to 27mph.