Efforts Underway to Reopen Riverside Footpath in Taunton Town Centre Wednesday, June 26, 2024 taunton riverside footpath town council reopening river tone rights of way somerset council community residents The Taunton Town Council is making strides to reopen a vital footpath that runs along the River Tone through the town center. This footpath used to serve as a direct link from the Riverain Lodge retirement complex to key … Read More
New Council Homes in West Somerset Tuesday, June 18, 2024 somerset council homes west somerset rainbow way minehead open house low carbon technology tenants construction zero-carbon local residents West Somerset Council is nearing completion of the first council homes in over 30 years. The development at Rainbow Way in Minehead is set to offer 54 homes, comprising a mix of 33 flats and 21 houses. A special Open House … Read More
Controversial Plan to Demolish Homes for New Development Sparks Outcry in Midsomer Norton Tuesday, June 4, 2024 controversial demolition development housing opposition planning council affordable local residents A controversial plan to demolish two homes in Midsomer Norton in order to make way for a development of 54 new houses has caused uproar among local residents. The proposed development, known as the “Underhill … Read More
Yeovil Bus Station Toilets Set to Close, Sparking Concern Among Residents Saturday, March 30, 2024 yeovil bus station toilets closure residents vulnerable concern maintenance somerset council budget Yeovil’s bus station is set to close its public toilets as a result of the significant annual maintenance cost of £70,000. Somerset Council, the funding source, withdrew its support leading to the announcement of the … Read More
Reopening of Frome Post Office Brings Relief to Local Residents Friday, March 29, 2024 frome post office reopening community residents rodden road essential services local relief convenience After months of closure, the Post Office on Rodden Road in Frome is set to reopen, much to the relief of the local residents. The closure, which occurred on July 29, 2023, was due to the resignation of the Post Office’s … Read More
Concerns Over Proposed Parking Charges in North Somerset Thursday, March 21, 2024 north somerset parking charges consultation residents businesses concerns proposal councillors opposition Councillors in North Somerset are expressing concerns over proposed parking charges that could impact residents and businesses in the area. The Parking Management Strategy and Action Plan consultation, which is open for seven … Read More