A Wincanton tee
nager 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
Mendip Council releases £350,000 for local community projects
Local communities throughout 
Mendip are to benefit from a slice of £350,000 which has been made available by the district council to fund local community projects. The money is part of the New Homes Bonus grant that the council will use to encourage and support legacy projects across the district. Full Story: Read More