Over 1,200 Bridgwater Residents Unite to Oppose New Housing Development Plans Wednesday, January 21, 2026 bridgwater housing development somerset greenspace community petition planning affordablehousing floodprevention More than 1,200 residents of Bridgwater have voiced strong opposition to the proposed construction of 220 new homes in the southwest corner of the town. Bloor Homes South West first revealed plans in July 2025 to build up to … Read More
Tributes Pour in for ‘True Gentleman’ Craig Hurcombe Following Discovery of Human Remains Monday, January 19, 2026 craig rugby devizes tribute mourning community murder remains friendship loss sport The rugby community and friends have been left heartbroken after human remains were discovered in the Roemead Road area of Gurney Slade on the night of January 14. The remains are believed to be those of 40-year-old Craig … Read More
Much-Loved Mum and Nanny Remembered Among 22 Somerset Death Notices Sunday, January 18, 2026 obituaries somerset funeral deathnotices memorial tribute bereavement donations community remembrance The time-honoured tradition of announcing the passing of loved ones in local news remains a vital way to share memories and celebrate lives. We are honoured by the trust families place in us to publish these heartfelt … Read More
200 New Homes Greenlit Near A303 in Somerset Following Public Vote Sunday, January 18, 2026 somerset ilchester housing a303 development planning affordablehousing community naturereserve section106 Plans for up to 200 new homes near the A303 in Somerset have officially been approved, nearly a year after councillors voted in favour of the development. The project, located near Ilchester, is spearheaded by the Young … Read More
200 New Homes Approved Near A303 in Somerset After Year-Long Planning Process Sunday, January 18, 2026 somerset ilchester housing development planning affordablehousing naturereserve infrastructure community section106 Plans to build up to 200 new homes near the A303 in Somerset have been officially approved, almost a year after local councillors voted in favour of the development. The site, near Ilchester, has been farmed by the Young … Read More
A Town at a Crossroads: Yeovil Faces Uncertain Future Amid Major Changes Sunday, January 18, 2026 yeovil leonardo refresh highstreet employment housing theatre hospital economy community When I visited Yeovil in May 2025, the persistent scaffolding on Middle Street sparked visible frustration among locals. One charity collector remarked, “People are a bit annoyed about this scaffolding being up so … Read More