A Taunton businesswoman has issued an urgent call to support independent shops amid a wave of closures impacting the town this year. Susie, co-owner of the local gift shop Rocket and Bird, shared her concerns with over 6,200 …
Glastonbury is set to see a significant boost in police patrols aimed at tackling ongoing anti-social behaviour in the town centre. Sarah Dyke, the MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, has called for a united community effort …
Authorities have shut down a flat at Abbey Green Courtyard in Bath after nearly nine years of persistent issues involving drug dealing, violence, and noise disturbances. Located in the heart of one of Britain’s most …
Bath and North East Somerset Council plans to pilot a shift in the city centre’s business waste collection time from 5pm to 6pm starting this September. The Liberal Democrat administration argues this change will reduce early …
Businesses in Bath may soon face increased costs due to a proposed change in the timing of commercial waste bin collections. Currently, shops in central Bath can place their bins outside by 5pm, coinciding with the end of the …
One of Somerset’s oldest and most treasured businesses, Overt Locke, has been saved from closure. Located on West Street in Somerton, Overt Locke has been a cornerstone of the town since 1925, offering a wide range of tools, …
Alex Witty, a 27-year-old entrepreneur from Bath, transformed his bedroom into a makeshift workshop during the Covid lockdown, launching a sustainable shoe business now favored by Formula 1 drivers. While studying sustainable …
Local patrons are expressing heartfelt sadness as the beloved Prince of Wales pub in Ham Hill has been put up for sale after 19 years of family stewardship. Mike, Nikki, and Amy-Jo, who have run the venue together, shared the …
A Somerset MP is pressing the government to provide fair compensation to businesses losing revenue due to prolonged roadworks near Junction 26 of the M5 and the Chelston Link Road, currently closed for a £5.7 million upgrade. …
Two women, Caroline Beaverstock and Samantha Selway, both 35, have been convicted of multiple shoplifting offences in Bath, causing significant disruption for local retailers. The pair appeared at Bath Magistrates' Court …
River Island has revealed plans to close 33 of its UK stores, including the Taunton branch in Somerset, as it embarks on a significant restructuring to combat recent financial challenges. These closures are scheduled to take …
In the heart of Street, a beauty salon started by a determined 18-year-old entrepreneur is capturing the community’s attention. Beauty’s New Paige, opened just eight months ago by Paige Harding, is flourishing by offering …
Somerset Grill Co, a company inspired by the Argentinian tradition of Asado grilling, is making waves among outdoor cooking aficionados. Since its launch in 2020, this unique business has experienced rapid growth, doubling …
Residents and business owners in Salcombe, affectionately known as ‘Chelsea-on-Sea,’ are growing increasingly concerned over recent measures by South Hams District Council that seem to target tourism—and threaten the town’s …
Station Road Stores, a popular convenience store and post office located in the heart of Taunton, Somerset, is officially up for sale. Since 2016, Robin and Ruby Nagpal have successfully managed the business, building a loyal …