Indecent assault appeal in Westfield Road

Indecent assault appeal in Westfield Road

Posted: 28th September 2013
CRIMESTOPPERS are asking for YOUR help in identifying this man they would like to speak to in connection with an indecent assault on a woman as she walked along Westfield Road in Yeovil. The incident happened at about 3pm on Sunday, September 15. The man is described as white, in his late 40s, about 5ft 8ins tall, of slim to medium build and clean shaven, with short…

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What a stink! Blocked sewer problems in Yeovil

What a stink! Blocked sewer problems in Yeovil

Posted: 28th September 2013
HOMEOWNERS and businesses in South Somerset are being urged to dispose of fats, oils and greases correctly after a number of sewers in the Yeovil area were left blocked. South Somerset District Council’s environmental protection team has said that the blockages have caused misery to those who have had to suffer the consequences of overflowing inspection chambers. A…

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Put the brakes on speeding drivers

Put the brakes on speeding drivers

Posted: 28th September 2013
POLICE are looking for groups of people to help put the brakes on speeding motorists by starting a Community Speed Watch scheme in Yeovil and surrounding areas. Taking part in CSW gives people the chance to get actively involved with road safety in your local community. A police spokesman said: “A CSW can be set up in any area which is governed by either a 30 or 40mph…

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Have YOUR say with Yeovil MP

Have YOUR say with Yeovil MP

Posted: 27th September 2013
YEOVIL MP David Laws has announced he will be holding a number of advice centres for constituents in the coming weeks. He will be at his constituency office in Church Street, Yeovil, on Friday, October 4, with appointments only from 5pm. Mr Laws will again be at his office in Church Street, Yeovil, on Friday, October 11, with appointments only from 2pm. And then on…

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Make YOUR vote count!

Make YOUR vote count!

Posted: 27th September 2013
VOTER registration forms will be dropping through letterboxes across South Somerset soon and people are being urged to return them or confirm their details by phone or on-line to ensure that they are registered to be able to voice their opinion in future elections. South Somerset District Council's electoral services manager, Roger Quantock, and his team will be sending…

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Police appeal after fatal road smash

Police appeal after fatal road smash

Posted: 27th September 2013
POLICE are appealing for information following a fatal road smash on the Ilminster Bypass yesterday (Thursday, September 26). A flat bed truck travelling westbound was in collision with a Vauxhall Corsa travelling in the opposite direction and then two further cars at around 11.15am. The driver of the truck - a man - was seriously injured, while police confirmed that…

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Diabetes UK looks for supporters in Yeovil

Diabetes UK looks for supporters in Yeovil

Posted: 26th September 2013
DIABETES UK is looking for volunteers to help with a collection at the main Tesco store in Yeovil next week between October 4-6. The charity will be holding collections at 600 Tesco stores across the country – but needs supporters to help rattle the collecting tins. A spokesman for Diabetes UK said: “Your support is needed to raise thousands of pounds to help those who…

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Groups wanted by Neighbourhood Watch

Groups wanted by Neighbourhood Watch

Posted: 26th September 2013
POLICE would like to create more potential crime-busting Neighbourhood Watch schemes in the Yeovil and surrounding area. A police spokesman said: “We are always looking for new Neighbourhood Watch co-ordinators and volunteers in the area. “Neighbourhood Watch is one of our biggest and most successful crime prevention initiatives and the largest voluntary organisation in…

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Man left in coma after Crewkerne assault

Man left in coma after Crewkerne assault

Posted: 25th September 2013
FOUR people have been arrested after a man was left in a coma following a serious assault in Crewkerne at the weekend. At around 1.45am on Sunday, September 22, a man was seriously assaulted in the car park off Abbey Street. The victim, a man in his 30s, was assaulted and left unconscious with a fractured skull. He was taken to Frenchay Hospital where he remains in a…

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Official opening for new artificial grass pitch

Official opening for new artificial grass pitch

Posted: 25th September 2013
THERE was much excitement from hockey players of all ages when the eagerly awaited new artificial grass pitch at Yeovil Recreation Centre was officially opened. Cllr Mike Best, chairman of South Somerset District Council, was on hand to cut the ribbon for the brand new facility and declare the pitch officially open last Saturday (September 21, 2013). The opening was the…

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