Row over finances as Somerset leadership claims authority is in ‘recovery phase’
SOMERSET’S finances are moving into a “recovery phase”, according to leaders, after a budget for the coming year was…
The Somerset Leveller
Inspectors recognise turnaround of Somerset school that was “in turmoil”
A SOMERSET school described as being “in turmoil” by inspectors just four years ago has been praised after a…
Advertising mirror and Hollywood legends’ autographs sell well at Somerset auction
A SHOP mirror display showcasing gun cartridges was the top seller at a recent Somerset collectors’ auction – which…
Hand-sewn blankets donated to children in care in Somerset
A COMMUNITY group has donated 20 hand‑sewn blankets to children in care in Somerset. The 15-strong Polden Stitchers, which has…
Man, 42, charged with stalking in North Somerset town
MARK Graffagnino has been charged with stalking a woman to various locations in Clevedon. The 42-year-old, of Kings Road, Clevedon,…
Booking system rolled out to new recycling centres in North Somerset
A NEW booking system for North Somerset recycling centres has been expanded. The system, which has been trialled at Weston-Super-Mare…
Opening date confirmed for Taunton Rituals store: Get a goodie bag!
LUXURY beauty, bath, body and home retailer Rituals will open its new Taunton store next week – with shoppers…
£5 million boost to road, pavement and cycle route repairs in Somerset
ROADS, pavements and cycleways in Somerset will be smartened up in the coming years thanks to £5 million of…
Former Taunton gallery premises set to be sold at auction
THE former home of a Taunton town-centre gallery is set to be sold at auction this month. On March 19,…
Man found injured in Somerset street taken to hospital
A MAN was taken to hospital after being found injured in a Somerset street on Tuesday morning (March 3). Police…
Young people meet police, a pilot, paramedic and more to explore careers
POLICE officers, a pilot, a paramedic and a mayor were among visitors to a Somerset school to highlight the…
Take a sneak peek inside revamped £10m Somerset care home…
WINCANTON residents are being offered a sneak peek at a refurbished £10 million care home development. The state-of-the-art Bupa facility,…
Free advice to SEND parents on offer during new sessions at Taunton coffee shop
SEND parents can ask questions and get information about support available during special sessions in Taunton. Monthly free Ask an…
Person killed in Wincanton flat fire, police confirm
A PERSON died in a flat fire in Wincanton overnight. The incident, at a property at Fairfield Court, Moor…
Traffic lights and closures during roadworks set to start on North Somerset route this month
A SERIES of road closures and temporary traffic lights will be installed during major roadworks in North Somerset. Works are…
Vehicle with no tax, insurance or valid MOT seized from Somerset street after residents’ reports
POLICE seized a vehicle from a Somerset street after residents reported concerns. The car was parked in a Clevedon street…
New pharmacy to open in Wellington next week
PATIENTS in Wellington will be able to pick up their prescriptions and more at a new pharmacy in the…
Family’s tribute to “loving daddy” Michael Knowlson after fatal crash near Wells
“WE are utterly heartbroken and struggling to come to terms with the loss of Michael and the immense impact…
Have your say over public spaces rules in North Somerset
PEOPLE are being urged to have their say over rules governing things like dog walking and anti-social behaviour in…
