Somerset's New Electric Buses Set to Transform Local Transportation Monday, March 31, 2025 somerset electric buses transportation reliability investment infrastructure sustainability taunton public transport The introduction of new electric buses is set to revolutionize the transportation landscape in Somerset. Transport campaigners have hailed the move as “transformational,” citing the potential for increased … Read More
Woman sexually assaulted in Taunton Friday, March 28, 2025 assault taunton investigation assailant police arrest description witness information cctv A woman in Taunton reported being sexually assaulted by a man who followed her from behind Trinity Gate on South Street. The victim provided a detailed description of the assailant as a white man, approximately 5ft 8ins tall, … Read More
Traffic Signal Upgrades to Cause Delays in Taunton Saturday, March 22, 2025 taunton traffic upgrades signals delays council buses junctions lane technology Motorists in Taunton will face delays over the coming months as the town’s key traffic signals are set to undergo upgrades. The Somerset Council’s bus service improvement plan is driving the changes in a bid to … Read More
Warning Issued Over Impact of Town Centre Roadworks on Taunton Retailers Friday, November 1, 2024 taunton retailers roadworks congestion junctions somerset christmas small businesses traffic signals cycle lane pedestrians cyclists motorists buses Local councillor John Hunt has issued a warning, stating that Taunton retailers will “suffer very badly” if upcoming town centre roadworks lead to jams, especially over the Christmas period. Somerset Council is … Read More
Upgrades to Taunton junctions to Ease Congestion and Boost Public Transport Wednesday, September 11, 2024 taunton junctions upgrades congestion public transport bus cycling pedestrian infrastructure somerset The Somerset Council is gearing up to give a facelift to two critical junctions in Taunton town center in a bid to improve bus journey times. As part of an ongoing initiative to upgrade outdated traffic signals and related … Read More
Unveiling the Origins of Somerset Towns and Cities Names Saturday, July 27, 2024 somerset towns cities names origins historical bridgwater chard clevedon crewkerne frome glastonbury ilminster keynsham midsomer norton minehead radstock shepton mallet taunton wellington wells weston-super-mare yeovil Somerset is home to a rich tapestry of historical towns and cities, each with names that bear the weight of centuries of evolution. Unraveling the mysteries of these names can provide insight into the region’s past and … Read More