Somerset’s local government and community are mourning the loss of John Coles, a respected and longstanding councillor in Glastonbury. Known for his warmth, dedication, and deep connection to his community, Mr. Coles passed …
The town of Glastonbury is mourning the loss of John Coles, a dedicated public servant whose commitment to local government and community spanned many years. Coles, who passed away on July 8, served as a councillor on Mendip …
The Southern edge of Frome is poised for significant transformation as the Selwood Garden Community (SGC) — a planned development of 1,700 new homes — has been officially put up for sale. The expansive site, currently …
Residents of Evercreech, a small village in Somerset, are gearing up for a renewed campaign to block the construction of 40 new homes adjacent to an active pig farm. In April 2024, Rubix Strategic Ltd. submitted planning …
Residents of Evercreech, a small village near Shepton Mallet in Somerset, are gearing up for a renewed campaign to stop the construction of 40 new homes adjacent to a working pig farm. In April 2024, Rubix Strategic Ltd. …
Plans to build 60 new homes in the small Somerset village of Westbury-sub-Mendip have been delayed amid serious road safety concerns. The Church Commissioners for England proposed the development in January 2025, aiming to …
Councillors have postponed a decision on a new housing development in Westbury-sub-Mendip, Somerset, amid serious worries about road safety and pedestrian access. The Church Commissioners for England submitted plans in …
Construction will soon begin on 33 new affordable homes in a Somerset village after legal agreements were finalized, paving the way for development later this year. In November 2020, Mendip District Council partnered with …
Construction of 33 affordable homes is set to begin later this year in the expanding Somerset village of Street, following the completion of key legal agreements. This development is part of a broader initiative between …
Moons Hill Quarry, located near Stoke St. Michael in Somerset, has received approval to continue operations until 2056 following a significant expansion plan. Managed by John Wainwright & Co. Ltd., this quarry is a vital …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 noxious …