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Hogging the limelight

Local nature reserve is overwhelmed with volunteers as it appeals for pig sitters to keep an eye on its…

A difficult birth, but all ends well

Yes, again another milk price cut, the third month in a row. Do we want to produce our own…

Top tips to help your fretting teenager at revision time

by Alice Johnsen Every spring across the country thoughts turn with mixed emotions towards exams. GCSEs, A-level and other exams…

Nature serves up a bountiful amount of spring treats

by Fiona Chapman SPRING is here despite the weather indicating to the contrary. The birds are singing in the morning,…

Meditations in nature: The wonderful world of wood ants

by Susie Curtin EARLY April, the warmth of the sun is on my shoulders as I follow the paths over…

Dicentra is tougher than it looks

by Sally Gregson For months the brittle buds of small dicentras have been tucked away beneath the surface of the…

Weeding’s pure therapy, not boring!

by Sally Gregson To non-gardeners the act of weeding seems the epitome of boredom. Kneeling in front of a border…

Wincanton Town Ladies retain sponsorship

JEANS Electrical of Mere have extended their sponsorship of Wincanton Town FC’s ladies’ team for their second ever season. The…

Rockies share the spoils

by Avril Lancaster BROCKENHURST and Shaftesbury drew 3-3 in a see-saw match in the New Forest. Shaftesbury went ahead up when…

Masters swimmers in fine form

MEMBERS of the Masters section of Yeovil District Swimming Club had plenty of success when they competed at Millfield…