Monday, March 30, 2026 highbridge isleportgrove communityhub housingdevelopment countrysidepartnerships vistry publicopenspace somersetcouncil towncouncil planningpermission

The planned community hub at the Isleport Grove housing development in Highbridge faces potential cancellation due to a lack of interest in managing the facility once constructed. Countryside Partnerships is developing the … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 a358 flooding ilminster somerset drainage somersetriversauthority riverisle donyatt infrastructure traffic

The A358, a vital route between Chard and Ilminster, is set to benefit from a £100,000 flood protection scheme after suffering frequent closures in recent years. This key stretch of road, which crosses the River Isle near … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 somerset flooding pumps environmentagency somersetlevels drainage floodprevention renewableenergy infrastructure floodmanagement

Somerset’s internal drainage boards are calling on the Environment Agency (EA) to install more permanent pumps on the Somerset Levels to mitigate the impact of flooding, following the severe winter flooding caused by Storm … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 specialschool ofsted education achievement headteacher fosseway inspection inclusive students excellence

Fosse Way Special School has received outstanding recognition in its recent Ofsted inspection, marking it as one of the top-performing special schools in the area this year. The headteacher expressed immense pride in the … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 rescue dog somerset injury rabbitwarren pet emergency safety animal heroism

A courageous rescuer suffered a broken finger while digging to free a beloved dog trapped in a rabbit warren in Somerset. The dog, named Mole, was stuck underground for two days before help arrived. The rescuer’s …

Monday, March 30, 2026 a358 traffic crash collision mattockstreehill police roadclosure emergency accident travel

A serious crash on the A358 at Mattocks Tree Hill has led to the complete closure of the busy road in both directions. Emergency services, including police, are currently on the scene managing the incident. Motorists are … Read More