Police Close Taunton Shop Selling Illegal Tobacco, Counterfeit Goods, and Illegal Vapes Thursday, December 11, 2025 taunton police closure illegal tobacco vape counterfeit tradingstandards community crime A Taunton shop has been shut down after authorities discovered it was selling illegal tobacco, non-compliant vaping products, and counterfeit merchandise. Avon and Somerset Police, working alongside Trading Standards and the … Read More
Work on £3.7m transport hub in Taunton to start after Christmas Monday, December 8, 2025 transport taunton buses construction infrastructure sussex somerset publictransport development community sport Somerset Council has confirmed that construction of Taunton’s new £3.7 million transport hub will commence shortly after Christmas. This development marks a significant step in replacing the now-defunct Tower Street facility, … Read More
Work on £3.7m Transport Hub in Taunton to Begin After Christmas Monday, December 8, 2025 taunton transport hub somerset bus construction infrastructure publictransport community development sport Somerset Council has announced that construction on Taunton’s new £3.7 million transport hub will commence shortly after Christmas. Funded primarily by the Department for Transport (DfT), this project aims to replace the … Read More
Taunton Monopoly: A Local Twist on a Classic Favorite Saturday, December 6, 2025 taunton monopoly somerset boardgames christmas local gift family gaming community Looking for a unique Christmas gift? The Taunton-themed Monopoly game offers a charming local twist on the classic family favorite. Priced under £15, it’s a wonderful way to celebrate Somerset’s rich heritage while enjoying … Read More
Smoke and Flames Damage Taunton Flat in Accidental Fire Friday, December 5, 2025 fire taunton flat gladstone smoke damage firefighters rescue accidental emergency A fire broke out in a third-floor flat on Gladstone Street, Taunton, causing significant smoke damage and partial fire damage to a bedroom. The incident occurred around 4:20 pm on Thursday, December 4. Two fire engines from … Read More
Decision on 1,450-Home Taunton Development Delayed Amid Highways and Viability Concerns Monday, December 1, 2025 taunton monktonheathfield housing development infrastructure highways viability planning persimmon redrow A crucial decision on the long-anticipated housing development at Monkton Heathfield in Taunton has been postponed until spring 2026, as unresolved highways issues and financial viability concerns continue to stall progress. … Read More