Parents' Tears of Relief as Lifeline Respite Care Service Saved Thursday, January 15, 2026 respite care bath newtonhouse carers children council health community support Parents of some of Bath’s most vulnerable young people are overjoyed as a vital respite care home, Newton House, is set to remain open following a year-long campaign. Newton House, located on the city’s outskirts, is the only … Read More
Reform UK Welcomes Third Somerset Councillor Following Senior Conservative Defection Wednesday, January 14, 2026 reformuk somerset councillor defection conservative localgovernment politics transport community governance Senior Conservative Councillor John Cook-Woodman has officially defected to Reform UK, marking the party’s third seat on Somerset Council. Having represented the Highbridge and Burnham South division since 2009, initially on … Read More
Public Meeting Scheduled to Discuss New Taunton-Wellington Cycle Route Wednesday, January 14, 2026 cycling walking infrastructure somerset greenway taunton wellington activetravel community transport A public meeting is set to take place later this month to discuss ambitious plans for an off-road cycle and pedestrian route connecting Taunton and Wellington. The initiative, spearheaded by the Grand Western Greenway … Read More
Dearly-Loved Great-Grandmother Among 28 Somerset Death Notices Wednesday, January 14, 2026 obituaries somerset memorials funeral tribute bereavement condolence remembrance donation community The tradition of announcing the passing of loved ones in local news remains a cherished way for families to share their loss and celebrate lives lived. We are honored to be entrusted with publishing these important notices, … Read More
Concerns Raised Over Council’s Long-Term Misuse of Historic Building Wednesday, January 14, 2026 council historic building heritage preservation community misuse conservation deterioration exploitation For the last five decades, the council has been using a historic building in ways that many believe have compromised its heritage value. Community members and heritage advocates argue that the building has been ‘used and … Read More
100 New Homes to Transform Wells as City Expands Tuesday, January 13, 2026 wells housing development homes infrastructure affordable community expansion realestate southwest Wells, England’s smallest city, is set to welcome a major new housing development with the construction of 100 new homes at The Elms. The first show home is scheduled to open this spring, offering prospective buyers a preview … Read More