Somerset’s Local Plan, guiding development, is delayed until 2029 due to housing targets and nutrient issues. Somerset Local Plan Delayed: New Housing Blueprint Pushed to 2029 Somerset’s new Local Plan will take longer than expected. It will be finished in the spring of 2029, a year later than planned. A Local Plan guides where to…
A new map highlights homicide hotspots, with West Midlands second only to London in violent crimes. Midlands Murder Map Reveals Dangerous Areas in England and Wales A new map shows where killings happen most. The West Midlands streets are quite dangerous, and crime poses challenges within this region. This map shows areas with the most…
Somerset locals remembered through heartfelt tributes and funeral announcements published recently. Forty-nine lives are honored. Somerset Funeral Notices Heartfelt Tributes to Remember Local Lives This week, people are remembering 49 Somerset locals. Family and friends are sharing heartfelt tributes, honoring loved ones whose lives ended too soon. SomersetLive printed 46 death notices, remembering people from…
The York Inn in Churchinford, Somerset, triumphs over 700 pubs to win South West Divisional Pub of the Year! Somerset Pub The York Inn Crowned Best in the South West Division The York Inn is a pub in Somerset. People think it is the best in the South West. It won the South West Divisional…
Explore gardens and old houses with Easter trails, Civil War demos, theater, nature walks, and flower festivals. Somerset National Trust Spring Events Packed with Activities for All Hey, guess what’s happening in Somerset? The National Trust has tons of events this spring. They want people to visit gardens and old houses. You can find events…
Popular golf club near Mendip Hills set to become major leisure hub with new lodgings and activities approved. Farrington Golf Club to Transform Into Major Leisure Destination Hey, guess what’s happening near the Mendip Hills? Farrington Golf Club might become a big leisure spot! It’s just off the road between Bristol and Shepton Mallet. The…
Frome hosts ‘Accelerate Action’ forum focused on solutions to male violence on International Womens Day, March 8. Frome Addresses Male Violence at Community Action Forum on March 8 Frome will mark International Women’s Day with a community action forum. The forum will address male violence against women. The event, called “Accelerate Action,” aims for a…
Stogumber villagers unite to save their vital shop after funding setbacks, highlighting community spirit and resilience. Somerset Village Community Rallies to Save Its Cherished Local Shop Stogumber is a small village in Somerset. Community matters deeply there, and the village shop is central to this. It shows what people can do together. Keeping the shop…
After 70 years, Portishead is getting a new train station, costing £152 million, with a rail link to Bristol planned by 2027. Portishead to Get First Train Station in 70 Years for £152 Million Hey! Guess what’s happening near Somerset! This town is getting a train station. It’s been over 70 years since they had…
Bins clutter streets in Crewkerne. Residents and councillors are demanding action to resolve waste disposal issues. Somerset Town Residents Angered by Persistent Overflowing Bin Issues Crewkerne has a growing problem. Bins clutter the streets, and people want action to clean up the town. Councillor Jan Nathan spoke about this issue and is worried about bins…