Learn more about YOUR hospital

Learn more about YOUR hospital

Posted: 9th September 2013
ANYONE who wants to know more about their local hospital is invited to go along to Yeovil District Hospital’s annual meeting later this month. The meeting on Wednesday, September 18, is a great opportunity to find out about current issues and ask any questions which you may have about the hospital. The meeting will be held at the Academy on Level Four of the hospital…

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Thinking of medicine or nursing as career?

Thinking of medicine or nursing as career?

Posted: 8th September 2013
STUDENTS thinking of medicine as a career are invited to spend a day with members of the medical and nursing teams at upcoming careers events at Yeovil District Hospital. On Saturday, October 19, between 9am and 4pm there will be a rare opportunity for the doctors of tomorrow to learn more about the variety of medical roles within the NHS and on Saturday, November…

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Cash boost for advice and support groups

Cash boost for advice and support groups

Posted: 8th September 2013
A PARTNERSHIP of local advice providers in South Somerset has secured £341,000 to deliver much-needed support to some of the most vulnerable residents in Yeovil and surrounding area. The South Somerset Alliance is made up of South Somerset District Council, South Somerset CAB, South Somerset Voluntary & Community Action, Yarlington Housing Group, Age UK Somerset, South…

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Speeding ticket inspires Judith to improve driving skills

Speeding ticket inspires Judith to improve driving skills

Posted: 8th September 2013
A SPEEDING ticket spurred an experienced Yeovil motorist to improve her driving skills to make her an even safer driver. Judith Stewart attended a speed awareness course in Yeovil run by driver education specialists, the TTC Group, on behalf of Avon and Somerset Police, after being caught driving at 35mph in a 30mph limit in Oxfordshire. She enjoyed the course so much…

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Frying pan fire in Yeovil

Frying pan fire in Yeovil

Posted: 8th September 2013
TWO fire engines were mobilised to deal with a kitchen fire this afternoon (September 8) at a home in Yeovil. The alarm was raised at around 12.30pm to the incident in Larkhill Road. Firefighters were able to confirm that nobody was inside the property and that the fire – involving a frying pan - was out. A spokesman for the Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service…

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Graffiti problems on-going

Graffiti problems on-going

Posted: 8th September 2013
PEOPLE are being encouraged to report any problems with graffiti in Yeovil and the South Somerset area. South Somerset District Council is working hard to remove unsightly graffiti as quickly as possible, but it will be an on-going process. But a council spokesman said: "We would encourage members of the public to report further incidents to our Streetscene department on…

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Don't miss out on a part-time course at Yeovil College

Don't miss out on a part-time course at Yeovil College

Posted: 8th September 2013
YEOVIL College is holding a part-time course enrolment event on Tuesday, September 10, for adults keen to fit their training around work and home commitments. This year, Yeovil College is offering approximately 100 part-time and evening courses, ranging from beginners and short courses to degrees and professional qualifications. Learners can pick from courses in areas…

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Motorcyclist collides with deer

Motorcyclist collides with deer

Posted: 7th September 2013
A MOTORCYCLIST had to be airlifted to hospital tonight (Saturday, September 7) after being in collision with a deer. The alarm was raised at just after 7.30pm to the incident on the B3151 near Somerton and one fire engine from Martock was mobilised. Police and ambulance personnel were also in attendance due to the nature of the incident. A spokesman for Devon and…

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Hole in one for Piers Simon Appeal

Hole in one for Piers Simon Appeal

Posted: 7th September 2013
BUSINESS people across the county are signing up to take part in the Somerset Chamber Annual Charity Golf Day on September 26 - in aid of the local Piers Simon Appeal and its School in a Bag initiative. But there is still space available for businesses wishing to sponsor a hole on the course at only £100 per hole, or for those who would simply like to play on the day…

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Nominate NOW for your Gold Star Award winners

Nominate NOW for your Gold Star Award winners

Posted: 6th September 2013
DO you know a youth group or an individual in Yeovil and South Somerset area who is worthy of Gold Star Award? The awards recognise the amazing feats of under 18-year-olds, as well as adults working with young people in a voluntary capacity. The young peoples’ officers at South Somerset District Council, Steve Barnes, said: “So many people put in hours of their own time…

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