Police Seek Identification of Bald Man After Restaurant Window Smashing Monday, February 9, 2026 police cctv vandalism taunton investigation crimestoppers window publicappeal staplegrove bald Avon and Somerset Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying a man connected to a restaurant window smashing in Taunton. The incident occurred at approximately 6:45 pm on Friday, January 30, on Staplegrove … Read More
Council to Replace Inadequate Bollards After Months of Expense Monday, February 9, 2026 bollards taunton council parks accessibility illegalencampments publicsafety infrastructure budget community Taunton Town Council is facing significant extra costs after discovering that dozens of newly installed removable bollards are too short to meet safety and accessibility standards. These bollards were intended to block … Read More
Simple 10-Minute Cooking Trick to Boost Veggies' Anti-Cancer Power Monday, February 9, 2026 sulforaphane antioxidants brassicas cancer nutrition cooking vegetables hearthealth diabetes allicin A nutrition expert has unveiled an easy 10-minute method to transform everyday vegetables into “anti-cancer” powerhouses. This simple technique not only enhances the cancer-fighting properties of certain veggies … Read More
Somerset Areas at Risk of Flooding as Heavy Rain Continues Monday, February 9, 2026 somerset flooding rain weather emergency precautions alerts drainage risks communities As more heavy rain moves into Somerset, several areas are expected to experience flooding. Residents are advised to stay alert and take necessary precautions as water levels rise. The local authorities have issued warnings … Read More
Social Workers Vote Unanimously to Strike Amid Deep Morale Crisis Monday, February 9, 2026 socialwork strike paydispute morale council unison bob childwelfare negotiations workforce Children’s social care team managers and deputy managers at Bath and North East Somerset Council have voted overwhelmingly to strike in response to pay regrading that critics say has left morale “shot to bits.” In … Read More
18 Affordable Homes Approved for Construction on Frome Town Centre Car Park Monday, February 9, 2026 frome affordablehousing somerset housingdevelopment socialhousing lowcarbon construction planningpermission stonewater mendip After nearly three years of delays, nearly 20 affordable homes are set to be built on the underutilised North Parade car park in Frome, Somerset. The site, located off North Hill Mews, was identified by Mendip District … Read More