Bridgwater Carnival Secures Over £18,000 in Arts Council Funding to Support Youth Engagement Thursday, May 15, 2025 bridgwater carnival artscouncil funding youth music dance education community festival Arts Council England has once again recognised the significant impact of Bridgwater Carnival on the local community by awarding a grant of £18,291 to support the organisation’s upcoming activities. In 2025, the carnival’s … Read More
Taunton Teen Admits Arson of Seven Minibuses Thursday, May 15, 2025 arson taunton youth minibuses fire crime somerset court detention vandalism A 17-year-old from Taunton has pleaded guilty to deliberately setting fire to seven specially adapted minibuses at the Silk Mills Park and Ride site. The teenager was arrested on Sunday, April 27, and charged with multiple … Read More
Wells Celebrates Historic New Mayor Championing a Youth Skate Park Thursday, May 15, 2025 wells mayor skatepark community youth sudan diversity fundraising art inclusion The picturesque city of Wells proudly welcomed its new Mayor, Louis Agabani, at a vibrant Mayor-making ceremony held at the town hall this past Saturday. Marking a historic moment, Agabani is the city’s first black and Muslim … Read More
Inside Bideford: Separating Social Media Noise from Reality Tuesday, May 13, 2025 bideford antisocial crime community policing southwest torridge youth businesses safety Bideford, a South West town, has recently been thrust into the social media spotlight amid claims of rising crime and antisocial behaviour. Posts circulating on platforms like Facebook have painted a picture of a community … Read More
Youngest North Somerset Councillor Thomas Daw Aims for Green Party Deputy Leadership Thursday, May 8, 2025 green leadership youth politics populism climate northsomerset elections equality party At just 21 years old, Thomas Daw stands out as North Somerset Council’s youngest councillor and, until recently, the Green Party’s youngest councillor nationwide. Now, he is announcing his candidacy for the party’s deputy … Read More
Challenges Facing Okehampton: Rise in Anti-Social Behaviour Monday, May 5, 2025 okehampton anti-social behavior youth dartmoor devon community police intimidation shoplifting Okehampton, a serene town in Devon, is known for its idyllic surroundings and historical significance. Situated on the outskirts of Dartmoor, the town boasts content residents and attracts numerous visitors year-round. … Read More