Flats Plans for Taunton Riverside Site Officially Abandoned Thursday, September 18, 2025 taunton riverside acornhomes flats development planning flooddefense urbanregeneration somerset construction Plans to construct up to 50 new flats on Taunton’s riverside have been officially abandoned, local developer Acorn Homes confirmed this week. The site, formerly occupied by the Poundstretcher store on Bridge Street (A3027), … Read More
Frome Shop Break-In Highlights Rising Crime Concerns in Rural Somerset Thursday, September 18, 2025 frome somerset crime rural policing safety breakin community mp violence A recent break-in at an independent shop in Frome has brought renewed attention to escalating concerns about crime and safety in Somerset’s rural communities. Anna Sabine, MP for Frome and East Somerset, teamed up with … Read More
Castle Cary Proposes Merger with Neighboring Ansford Parish Amid Rapid Growth Thursday, September 18, 2025 castlecary ansford somerset parishcouncil localelections governance boundarychange housinggrowth community consultation Castle Cary, a rapidly growing town in Somerset, is considering merging with its neighboring parish, Ansford, ahead of the upcoming local elections—pending resident approval of the proposals. Over the past decade, Castle Cary … Read More
Children Shine with Pride After School Earns Outstanding Ofsted Report Thursday, September 18, 2025 ofsted education primaryschool haywoodvillage inspection curriculum leadership personaldevelopment pupils achievement Haywood Village Academy has once again been rated outstanding in every category by Ofsted, with inspectors praising the students’ “impeccable” attitudes towards learning. During a comprehensive two-day inspection, Ofsted … Read More
Serious Crash Shuts Down A361 in Both Directions for Hours Wednesday, September 17, 2025 a361 crash accident police emergency roadclosure traffic investigation safety transport A serious crash has caused the A361 to be closed in both directions for several hours. Emergency services, including the police, arrived promptly at the scene to manage the situation and assist those involved. Motorists are …
Boy Airlifted to Hospital After E-Scooter Accident Near B&Q in Chard Wednesday, September 17, 2025 e-scooter accident chard hospital police investigation emergency witnesses roadclosure safety A 13-year-old boy was urgently airlifted to hospital following an e-scooter accident near the B&Q store on Furnham Road, Chard, at approximately 5:30 pm on Tuesday, September 16. Emergency responders were dispatched … Read More