Chard3 days agoCarnivals call for government help as costs riseOrganisers of the famous events say their operations are becoming more expensive as donations fall.3 days ago3 days agoMajor road to shut in the evening for three weeksThe major A-road in and out of Chard is getting repaired and will be closed overnight.3 days ago13 Mar 2026Free books for babies – thanks to Dolly PartonA community group in Somerset has signed up to Dolly Parton's literacy scheme.13 Mar 202613 Feb 2026Solar farm would have 'unacceptable visual impact'Plans for the 64-acre farm are now the subject of a public inquiry.13 Feb 202624 Jan 2026Homes approved despite pedestrian safety fearsThe plans for the development on the A30 have been approved for a second time.24 Jan 20268 Jan 2026Animal shelters say 2025 was their hardest year yetOne shelter told the BBC it has hundreds of animals on its waiting list and is running out of money.8 Jan 202618 Dec 2025Social club opened in 1899 'could close' over VATThe volunteers running the "incredible" club say large bills mean it faces an uncertain future.18 Dec 20255 Dec 2025New dentists offering 20,000 patient placesTwo new Somerset NHS dental practices open with another to follow to create the extra capacity.5 Dec 202525 Nov 2025Dentist halts registrations after high demandAn MP says the opening will be "a very important step forward" for the community. 25 Nov 2025...
