Party season 'sees' increased eye health worries

Party season 'sees' increased eye health worries

Posted: 18th December 2012
THE party season is well underway and independent opticians across Yeovil are encouraging women to consider their eye health during the Christmas period and in the run up to New Years’ Eve. Research suggests that women typically spend an hour applying make-up before a party night out, and this year independent opticians are urging closer attention to the make-up that is…

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That's a cracker! Roger Carson scoops award

That's a cracker! Roger Carson scoops award

Posted: 18th December 2012
A MEMBER of the team at the Fleet Air Arm Museum at RNAS Yeovilton has been given a prestigious award by the Institute of Advanced Motorcycling. Roger Carson, one of the museum's corporate services team, has been a keen member of the Institute for the past 12 years during which he has taught hundreds of motorcyclists the finer techniques of safe driving. Roger said: “My…

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Help to crack down on anti-social behaviour

Help to crack down an anti-social behaviour

Posted: 17th December 2012
BUSINESS chiefs in Yeovil are reminding shoppers that it is important that they report all incidents of anti-social behaviour in the town centre. The Yeovil Chamber of Trade and Commerce has said that statistics appear to show that anti-social behaviour in the town centre has decreased. But a spokesman said: ‘’Is this really so – or is it that anti-social behaviour is…

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Catherine Wells-Burr murder: Do YOU know this man?

Catherine Wells-Burr murder: Do YOU know this man?

Posted: 17th December 2012
POLICE have released this photograph of a man they want to speak with as he could be a potential witness following the murder of Chard woman Catherine Wells-Burr in September. On September 12, Catherine's body was found in a burnt out car in a lane off the A358 near Ashill in between Taunton and Ilminster. A police spokesman said: ''It is believed that the man may have…

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Avoid a nightmare Christmas

Avoid a nightmare Christmas

Posted: 17th December 2012
PEOPLE in the Yeovil and South Somerset area are being urged by police to watch a  chilling 'blockbuster style movie trailer' to hear how they can avoid having a hair-raising Christmas.  The video tells people to have fun at their Christmas parties this year but also warns them that drinking too much this festive season could ruin your Christmas. The two-minute short…

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Somerset Freemasons back Flying Colours Appeal

Somerset Freesmasons back Flying Colours Appeal

Posted: 17th December 2012
THE Somerset Freemasons have presented a cheque for £500 to the Flying Colours Appeal at the Special Care Baby Unit of the Yeovil District Hospital. This donation will help provide enhanced facilities by provision of a Family Bay that will give additional space where parents and young families can relax and take respite, particularly when a new baby is premature or…

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Car fire in Melrose Road

Car fire in Melrose Road

Posted: 15th December 2012
FIREFIGHTERS were called out at just before 3.30am this morning to deal with a car fire in Yeovil. One appliance from Yeovil attended the scene at a car parking area in Melrose Road and found the vehicle to be well alight. A spokesman for Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service said: ''The car was severely damaged by fire.''

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Missing Philip Eyre: Body discovered in Somerton

Missing Philip Eyre: Body discovered in Somerton

Posted: 14th December 2012
THE body of a man - thought to be that of missing Philip Eyre (pictured) - was found this afternoon near to Huish Lane in Somerton. Police announced just before 6pm this evening that the discovery was made by a member of the public and although formal identification has yet to take place, officers believe it is Mr Eyre.  A police spokesman said: ''We would like to thank…

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Jewellery stolen in Highfield Road burglary

Jewellery stolen in Highfield Road burglary

Posted: 14th December 2012
POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information following a burglary in Yeovil. The incident occurred on Thursday, December 13, between 11am and 7pm in Highfield Road. Among the items stolen were an Apple IPad with a distinctive English bull terrier wallpaper, a limited edition Adidas gold wristwatch with no. 342 written on the side, two Armani watches - one black…

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White powder was not harmful

White powder was not harmful

Posted: 14th December 2012
THE 'white powder' which saw a Yeovil store closed down and cordoned off by emergency services yesterday has been described as 'unharmful.' The Wilkinson's store in Lower Middle Street was closed after an envelope was opened in an office at the premises and a white powder was found. The store was closed yesterday afternoon as emergency procedures kicked-in and shoppers…

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