Castle Cary and Ansford Parish Merger Plans Abandoned by Somerset Council Tuesday, February 17, 2026 castlecary ansford somerset parish merger governance boundary community consultation localdemocracy Plans to merge the neighboring Somerset parishes of Castle Cary and Ansford have been officially shelved due to insufficient public support. Over the past decade, Castle Cary has experienced rapid expansion, with numerous new … Read More
Surge in Shoplifting Strains Somerset’s Independent Shops Tuesday, February 17, 2026 shoplifting somerset wells crime retail police theft community cctv funding Shoplifting has reached alarming levels across the UK, and Somerset’s high streets—with their abundance of independent shops—are bearing the brunt of this crisis. Over the past ten months, there have been more than 120 … Read More
Surge in Shoplifting Incidents Alarms Somerset City Tuesday, February 17, 2026 shoplifting somerset wells crime police theft retail cctv community addiction Shoplifting has reached alarming levels across the nation, with an overwhelming surge felt keenly in Somerset’s unique high street environment—home to numerous independent shops. This rise leaves shop owners and their … Read More
360 New Homes and Country Park Proposed Near Frome Rugby Club Sunday, February 15, 2026 frome housing development affordable community rugby park sustainability planning cycling sport Plans have been unveiled to build up to 360 new homes on land near Frome Rugby Football Club, pending approval from Somerset Council expected by this summer. The development, promoted by Barwood Land, involves approximately … Read More
Treasured son and dad, 34, among this week's Somerset funeral notices Sunday, February 15, 2026 funeral somerset obituary remembrance tribute mourning family community death memorial Each week, we pause to remember the lives of those who have recently passed in Somerset and surrounding areas. Funeral notices serve as a meaningful tribute to loved ones, offering families a lasting tribute and a place to … Read More
'Outstanding' Fish and Chip Shop Near Bristol and Bath Permanently Closes Friday, February 13, 2026 farringtons fishandchips closure glutenfree somerset hospitality localbusiness playbarn farmshop community Farrington’s Farm Shop & Café, a well-loved destination near Bristol and Bath, has announced the permanent closure of its on-site fish and chip shop. Known not just for its fresh farm produce and play barn, the … Read More