Morning Briefing: Clinton Rogers column: Turning 70 next year fills me with dread

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Clinton Rogers column: Turning 70 next year fills me with dread Clinton Rogers reflects on prostate cancer recovery, turning 70, and exercise in later life. Read his candid look at ageing, health and keeping fit. Village hall near Ilminster given fresh new look with £500 donation A £500 Summerfield Homes donation, via Somerset Community Foundation, has funded Ashill Village Hall's repainting. Sunny weather predicted for Christmas week in Chard Met Office Chard Christmas weather forecast: mostly sunny from Christmas Eve to Boxing Day, cold temperatures, low chance of wintry showers, gusty winds. Three-bedroom cottage in Ilminster on the market at £200,000 Three-bedroom character cottage for sale in Ilminster, £200,000 guide price. Modernised, central location, close to amenities, no parking. Somerset Council activates Severe Weather Emergency Provision for festive season Somerset Council has announced that a Severe Weather Emergency Provision will be in place over the festive season. Herne View pupils and teachers come together to celebrate Christmas Herne View Church of England Primary School in Ilminster gathered together to celebrate the Christmas build-up this week, which culminated in a special surprise. New youth centre prepares to open in Chard next month The Hive Young People's Centre set to open in Chard, offering free youth club sessions, support services, and community programmes for local families. What's on in South Somerset this week: December 24-30, 2025 Discover South Somerset events this week, including Breakfast with Santa, Beauty and the Beast panto, Christmas church services, and Yeovil Town v Eastleigh. Read more

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