Sunday 5 June was a day to remember for young Yeovil based Melissa Rogers, aged 8, who secured the British Junior Kick Boxing title and qualified to represent Great Britain in the World Championships to be held in October. Melissa, who trains regularly at Yeovil-based Panthers Martial Arts Academy, travelled to West Bromwich in the Midlands where she took part in the WFMC (World Fightsport & Martial Arts) World Championship qualifiers, winning what was only her second ever competition fight. Full story: Read more
Clearance work to help tackle anti-social behaviour in Yeovil
South Somerset District Council’s Streetscene Services have been working with Avon and Somerset Police and the Yeovil One Team to help tackle anti-social behaviour and drug crime in a part of Yeovil. Reports of groups congregating and disposing of drug paraphernalia in the park that can be accessed off Milford Road and Folly Fields has resulted in the District Council cutting back trees and undertaking clearance work to hedges in order to increase visibility in the area. Full story: Read more
South Somerset volunteers set to lead the way with new health walks
Following a free training event organised by South Somerset District Council, newly trained volunteers will be able to lead walks across the district. The popular Health Walk leader training day was fully booked and volunteers received information on everything they need to know to lead a successful walk – including details on risk assessments, route planning, first aid and the benefits of exercise. Full story: Read more