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Yeovil Town chairman Martin Hellier reveals shock at club's financial position when he took over
“It’s in a far more stable position than it was, it’s still a tough gig. But we’re in it for the long run, we’ve done it because we love the club."
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Escape into stunning stories with these must see films in February
From wartime resilience to gothic terror and Hollywood’s biggest stars, this February’s screenings at Westlands Yeovil are packed with unmissable cinematic moments
Girl from Glastonbury launches campaign to help open new cat café in Somerset
A girl from Glastonbury has launched a gofundme campaign to support the opening of “Puss in Books”, a new literature-themed cat café based in Frome, Somerset.
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‘Spell of strong, gusty winds’ expected in Somerset
The Met Office has issued a yellow warning for some areas of Somerset.
Yeovil driving test centre has been named in Britain's top fifteen 'easiest'
Yeovil driving test centre has been named amongst “Britain’s easiest driving test centres” by Regit Cars.
Poundland to address shop crime with 'bespoke security'
Poundland have confirmed they have bespoke security plans in place for their stores in Yeovil and Crewkerne, Somerset, to tackle a rise in retail crime.
Somerset Council purchases nearly 50 nursing home beds to speed up hospital discharges
The beds will cost £2m a year to maintain
Fire and rescue services save man who was stuck on roof
Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Services saved a man who was stuck on a roof near Taunton, Somerset.
New Wells Lidl set to open next week creating 20 new jobs for community
Lidl has confirmed that the official opening of its brand-new “state-of-the-art” store on the A39 in Wells, Somerset will be next week (January, 2025).
Great British Bake Off star Val Stones is back with a treat for Yeovil
The beloved baker is hosting a hands-on biscuit decorating event—here’s how you can join in
Five underrated villages to visit in Somerset
Here are five underrated villages in Somerset that do not have as much hustle and bustle as other parts of the county, and feature pubs and country walks.
Taunton MP slams Governments for eight-year delay to Musgrove upgrades
Gideon Amos, Taunton and Wellington’s Liberal Democrat MP, slammed the "catalogue of delays" calling for "urgent interim measures" to support Somerset NHS Trust and patients so the current department can keep operating until the 2030s.
'Injuries and danger to life can occur': Met Office issues wind warning
Storm Éowyn is expected to bring “very strong winds” and some disruption to Somerset and Devon on Friday, according to the Met Office.
Autistic man who had never spoken in front of group becomes skilled presenter
This is George's first paid job
Down Cemetery Road: pictures of the transformed set near Taunton
A train station, near Taunton, was closed off in the last two weeks as Hollywood royalty came to Somerset to film a new TV series.
Hot Fuzz hotel could get brand-new look if applications are accepted
A Somerset hotel that featured in the popular film Hot Fuzz may be getting a makeover very soon.
Yeovil Refresh: Main demolition to begin by spring 2025
Demolition of Glovers Walk as part of the Yeovil Refresh project is advancing in Somerset, with work expected to be completed by spring 2025.
New-look Wyndham Arms gearing up to host 'an unforgettable' Burns Night
A village pub in Somerset has got a new look and is setting up to host an 'unforgettable' event this week.
Yeovil Recycling Site to close for vital work
The closure takes place next week
Thatchers wins trademark battle against Aldi over cloudy lemon cider
The Somerset brewer, based at Myrtle Farm in Sandford, had sued the supermarket for the infringement, claiming that Aldi’s Taurus brand had copied its product.