A curious little portrait miniature with an interesting sitter is expected to generate some interest in Lawrence’s auction in Crewkerne on January 17th. “The French School miniature, no bigger than a matchbox label, depicts Eleanor Ambrose (1718-1816). She was a celebrated beauty and was also flatteringly described as `witty, intellectual and a fervent patriot`”, explains Anthony Kilroy at Lawrences. Full story: Read more
Beware of the Facebook fly-tippers during the festive period
Resident’s across South Somerset are being warned not to take to Facebook in the attempt to find a cheap way of disposing of waste this Christmas. There is a growing industry of ‘Facebook Fly-tippers’ who pose online as legitimate waste removal companies but then dump the rubbish down country lanes and laybys. Full story: Read more
New co-working space at Yeovil Innovation Centre to provide a relaxed and creative environment
Yeovil’s newest co-working space ‘The Hive’ is opening its doors at the Yeovil Innovation Centre on Monday 12 December, providing a relaxed and creative environment for Yeovil’s thriving business community. The Hive is a highly flexible workspace; perfect for home-based and mobile workers, business start-ups and entrepreneurs. Full story: Read more