The Fate of Woolworths Stores in Somerset Saturday, January 27, 2024 woolworths somerset high street closure transformation retail history stores brands iconic Woolworths, once a beloved staple of the high street, met a surprising mass closure in the late 2000s. A look into the fate of its 13 former stores in Somerset reveals diverse outcomes. From new businesses and supermarkets to … Read More
Somerset School's Future Uncertain After Safety Concerns Prompt Closure Friday, January 19, 2024 somerset school safety closure structural damage government minister education temporary accommodation A government minister recently visited The Blue School in Somerset after the school was forced to close part of its building due to severe structural damage. Baroness Barran, the Department for Education minister with … Read More
Seven Remarkable Stories that Made Headlines in Somerset in 2023 Monday, January 1, 2024 somerset 2023 news glastonbury celebrities closure celebrities somerset mansion royal crescent somerset live Throughout 2023, Somerset was captivated by a multitude of captivating news stories. Among the popular topics were major police incidents, extreme weather, and political developments. However, what truly captured the … Read More
Riverbank Footpath in Somerset Closed After Collapsing in Heavy Rain Thursday, December 28, 2023 somerset riverbank footpath closure erosion batheaston safety inspection diversion repair A riverbank footpath in Somerset has been partially closed after it was washed away during heavy rain. High water levels in recent weeks have caused the partial erosion of the riverbank in Batheaston, forcing its closure on … Read More
M5 Closed After Police Respond to Person on Carriageway Tuesday, December 12, 2023 m5 closure carriageway avon and somerset police police incident concern welfare taunton wellington carriageways The M5 experienced a significant closure this evening (December 12) following reports of a person on the carriageway. Avon and Somerset Police officers were summoned to the scene between junctions 26 (Wellington) and 25 … Read More
A30 Roadworks Delayed, Causing Christmas Travel Delays Wednesday, November 29, 2023 a30 roadworks christmas delays devon somerset repairs traffic closure deviation Ongoing roadworks on the Devon-Somerset border will extend into the Christmas season as a much-needed repair project has been delayed. Since July 2021, drivers using the A30 have been navigating temporary lights at Crawley … Read More