A group of Frome artists are "very excited" to have moved into the shop and exhibition space in Rise, in the centre of Frome. Shine showcases the talents of eight local artists offering an exciting ...

Avon and Somerset Police has introduced Bluetooth-enabled Tile trackers to enhance its award-winning Dementia Safeguarding Scheme, which has already supported more than 1,600 individuals living with ...

Storm Darragh has brought severe disruption to Somerset and the South West, with strong winds and heavy rain causing fallen trees, power cuts, and travel chaos. A red weather warning, issued by the ...

The latest data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) sheds light on Somerset's evolving job market, revealing which roles are most advertised and where skills gaps are leaving employers short ...

A beloved green space in Frome cannot be sold off to locals to prevent homes from being built there, Somerset Council has confirmed. Packsaddle Fields, which lies on Frome's northern edge, has been in ...

The first of 1,700 new homes at Frome's southern edge could begin construction within 18 months if councillors approve plans early next week. Outline plans were submitted in August 2021 for the ...

In a new partnership between Frome charity, Purple Elephant, and youth and community support charity, Young Somerset, Purple Elephant is delighted to announce the successful opening of a new Youth ...

Residents across Street, Glastonbury, Wells, Shepton Mallet, and Frome were among the three million people to receive an emergency alert from the government as Storm Darragh approaches the UK. The ...

The future of a major housing development in Frome hangs in the balance after councillors said they were "minded to refuse" proposals for 1,700 new homes. Outline plans were submitted in August 2021 ...

Parents and carers in Street, Glastonbury, Wells, Shepton Mallet and Frome are being encouraged to have their say on proposed changes to school admission arrangements for the academic year 2026-2027.

Somerset is bracing for Storm Darragh, which is forecast to bring severe winds and heavy rain from Friday into the weekend. The Met Office has issued a series of weather warnings for the county, ...

Somerset Council will be relying on laying off its own staff in order to set a balanced budget for the coming year. The council declared a financial emergency in November 2023 and was only able to set ...