Yeovil2 days ago'Happiness and relief' over new helicopter deal Businesses in Yeovil say the government contract provides confidence and job security. 2 days ago2 days agoHelicopter deal could create 600 new jobsThe future of 3,000 jobs at the factory had been in limbo. 2 days ago4 days agoMP hails 'outstanding news' as helicopter deal agreedThere had been fears earlier this week the deal to build 23 defence helicopters would fall through.4 days ago5 days agoGovernment to give go-ahead for £1bn defence helicopter dealThe chancellor has stepped in to protect jobs at the helicopter manufacturer in Somerset, the BBC understands.5 days ago6 days ago'My newborn baby passed away in my arms'Yeovil District Hospital has apologised for maternity service failings.6 days ago6 days agoNHS investigator says maternity unit care 'appalling'A whistleblower says she was not listened to when she raised concerns about standards of care.6 days ago6 days ago'I almost died after a touch-and-go C-section'Women share their trauma of giving birth at Yeovil District Hospital, which is currently under investigation.6 days ago24 Feb 2026£15m plans to revamp and reopen theatre approvedSomerset Council has approved plans to refurbish the Octagon Theatre in Yeovil.24 Feb 202623 Feb 2026Town's multi-million police station revamp beginsYeovil officers have been based in council offices since 2020 but will move to the station next year.23 Feb 2026...
