Sunday, February 15, 2026 frome development housing affordable community parks planning somerset landuse infrastructure

A major new residential development is proposed near Frome’s rugby club, with plans for up to 360 new homes on the northern edge of the town. Barwood Land, the land promoter behind the project, has submitted formal … Read More

Sunday, February 15, 2026 funeral obituary somerset tribute family memorial donation community remembrance legacy

Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing through local media is a timeless tradition, and we are honored by the trust placed in us to help families deliver these important messages. Each funeral notice published in our … Read More

Sunday, February 15, 2026 bobsleigh bradhall teamgb winterolympics milanocortina2026 pilot universityofbath medals sports athlete sport

Brad Hall is the man who ended an 84-year medal drought and shattered British bobsleigh records. Now, based at the University of Bath, the 35-year-old pilot from Crawley is set to lead Team GB as the most successful British … Read More

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Starting in April, the UK’s TV Licence fee will rise from £174.50 to £180. Since its introduction in 1946 at just £2, this fee has been a staple for British households, enabling access to BBC broadcasts. Over time, … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 m5 somerset traffic crash emergency police fire ambulance roads transport

Traffic on the M5 motorway in Somerset has come to a complete standstill following a serious crash earlier today. Multiple emergency services, including police, fire, and ambulance crews, are currently at the scene managing … Read More

Saturday, February 14, 2026 skeleton olympics cortina britain stoecker weston tarbit coltman flock teamevent sport

At the Cortina Sliding Centre, British skeleton slider Tabby Stoecker was unable to replicate the gold medal success of her teammate Matt Weston. Weston secured the Olympic title on Friday evening, raising expectations for … Read More