Hobbycraft opening in Taunton next month
Hobbycraft has announced the opening of its store on Deane Retail Park, Taunton, on Tuesday 22 September. The store was due to open in April but was delayed due to COVID-19. The store will create […]
August 2020
National acclaim for Public Health Nursing’s virtual support during lockdown
Somerset’s Public Health Nursing service has been nationally acclaimed by the Institute for Health Visiting. A case study published nationally documents the innovative online support developed by the Somerset County Council service during lockdown – […]
Thunderstorm warning for Somerset
A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in place across South West England including Somerset tomorrow (Friday). The warning comes as ‘heavy showers and thunderstorms could bring some disruption, especially to transport’. The warning states: “Heavy […]
Police statement after body of young woman found in Vivary Park in Taunton
Avon and Somerset Police have released a statement after a body of a young woman was found in Vivary Park in Taunton. Avon and Somerset Police said: “The body of young woman was found in […]
Schools are ready for your return say Somerset’s head teachers
Somerset’s education leaders have been busy over the summer getting their schools, colleges and early years settings ready for September. Children of all ages are expected to return to school, and a message on behalf […]
Calling All Aviation Super Fans!
After 105 days in lockdown, everyone at the Helicopter Museum has been just so thrilled to see everyone enjoying their collection since reopening on the 4th of July. They are now able to offer visitors […]
Missing boy from Taunton last seen on Saturday 15 August
Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for help to find a boy from Taunton. Ozzy Parsons was last seen at about 13:15 on Saturday 15 August and at the time was wearing red faded Nike […]
Bumper bank holiday on the roads expected with 18m leisure trips by car planned
An estimated 18m leisure trips will be taken by car this weekend, 1.8m more than last year as drivers seek to make the most of what is the last bank holiday before Christmas in most […]
Somerset pupils scale musical heights with one brilliant recording
Not being able to get out and perform because of the coronavirus has been tough for the county’s many talented young musicians when it comes to staying focussed. But thanks to a unique online project, […]
PHOTOS: Driver rescued from lorry on its side after leaving M5
Photos have been shared by Taunton Fire Station after a lorry left the M5 between Junctions 25 and 26 this morning (Tuesday). A spokesperson for Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service said: “Two fire […]