Nearly 100 traffic lights in Somerset, a third of the county’s stock, could cause a risk to public safety, the county council has said. It is now investing £250,000 to repair and replace them, after accepting the safety of the public could be affected. The average age of the stock of traffic signals – and the county’s 54,000 street lights – is increasing. Full Story: Read More
King Arthur’s School student Zac Smith raises £600 for St Margaret’s Hospice | This is Somerset
A Wincanton teenager who shaved off his curly ginger locks has raised £600 for charity. Zac Smith, of King Arthur’s School, had his head shaved in December 2012 to raise money for St Margaret’s Hospice – who looked after his mum, Sue, during her final weeks. Full Story: Read More
Yeovil District Hospital unveils plans for new health campus site | This is Somerset
Yeovil District Hospital is set to expand under a multi-million pound “health campus” project which could include a multi-storey car park. Senior management at Yeovil District Hospital are in talks about extending the hospital by developing just over an acre of land opposite the main building on Higher Kingston. Full Story: Read More