Somerset Councillor Tony Robbins Dies Suddenly, Tributes Pour In Monday, February 9, 2026 somerset councillor tribute mendip wells liberaldemocrat politics community council funeral Tony Robbins, a respected Somerset Councillor and member of the Liberal Democrats representing the Mendip Hills division, died unexpectedly over the weekend. Known for his warmth, humour, and deep commitment to his community, … Read More
18 Affordable Homes Approved for Construction on Frome Town Centre Car Park Monday, February 9, 2026 frome affordablehousing somerset housingdevelopment socialhousing lowcarbon construction planningpermission stonewater mendip After nearly three years of delays, nearly 20 affordable homes are set to be built on the underutilised North Parade car park in Frome, Somerset. The site, located off North Hill Mews, was identified by Mendip District … Read More
Somerset’s Own ‘Cool Runnings’ Star: How a School Trip Ignited an Olympic Dream Saturday, January 17, 2026 bobsleigh olympics mendip skiing wintergames athlete rowing adventure somerset wintersports sport Jens Hullah’s journey to the brink of the Winter Olympics all began on a school trip to Mendip Activity Centre’s dry ski slope. The Shipham-based bobsleigher, born in Bristol, is now pushing for qualification for the Milan … Read More
Somerset’s Own ‘Cool Runnings’ Star: From School Ski Trip to Olympic Dream Saturday, January 17, 2026 bobsleigh olympics skiing mendip sports britain winter adventure rowing athlete sport Jens Hullah’s remarkable journey to the world of bobsleigh began humbly on a school trip to Mendip Activity Centre’s dry ski slope. Now based in Shipham, Somerset, Jens is on the fast track towards representing Great Britain … Read More
Several Hospitalised Following New Year's Eve Spiking Incident in Glastonbury Friday, January 2, 2026 spiking glastonbury newyearsday police hospital arrest noxious incident mendip safety Multiple individuals were hospitalised after a spiking incident in Glastonbury during the early hours of New Year’s Day. Police responded to a venue on Glastonbury High Street where the suspected administration of a … Read More
Expansion Approved for Special Needs School Near Former Somerset Shopping Centre Wednesday, December 10, 2025 inaura education somerset specialneeds expansion mendip planning retirement school accessibility Inaura School, a special needs educational institution near the former Somerset shopping centre in Street, has received approval to expand its facilities. Since late 2023, Inaura School has operated one of its four sites at … Read More