Data shows police forces nationwide recording drivers at excessive speeds, far exceeding posted limits. Extreme Speeding Recorded on UK Roads by Almost Half of Police Forces New data shows many drivers are speeding excessively. Police found drivers going over three times the speed limit. This happened on 30mph roads in nearly half the country. Ninety…
Discover Taunton events: nature at the library, chocolate tasting, jazz, Nordic choir, and fairy makeup workshops. Taunton Events This Week February 14 to 20: Nature, Music, More! Taunton Library has a free nature event. It is interactive and organized by Somerset Libraries, with help from Natural England, Somerset Wildlife Trust, and National Trust. It happens…
A £2.2M project will transform Ham Hill Country Park with a new visitor center, educational resources, and improved conservation. Major Transformation Planned for Ham Hill Country Park in Somerset The “Uncovering Ham Hill’s past” project is happening. It got £2.153 million from the Lottery Heritage Fund. The Wolfson Foundation and others gave £111,200 more. Work…
Councils are working to improve the A38 and M5 in North Somerset, focusing on safety, congestion, and better travel options. A38 and M5 North Somerset Improvements Planned by Councils Somerset and North Somerset are working together to secure government funding for the A38, specifically the stretch from M5 J22 to South Bristol Link. Several junctions…
New Lidl store approved near Bridgwater’s Huntworth roundabout, featuring ample parking after consultations and objections. Bridgwater Approves New Lidl Store Near Huntworth Roundabout Site Lidl wants to build a new store near Bridgwater. They chose land west of the Huntworth roundabout, near the Bridgwater Gateway business park. Carnival Way will provide access to the store.…
Mattancherry, Taunton’s popular Curry Restaurant, eyes Michelin Guide 2026 after winning several awards including best takeaway. Taunton Restaurant Aims for Michelin Guide After Best Restaurant Award Mattancherry is a popular restaurant in Taunton, known for its curry and takeaway options. People enjoy it so much that they ranked it sixth best in Somerset. It’s also…
A retired soldier discovered human bones outside a churchyard after recent flooding in Mudford, Somerset. The bones may have washed out from graves. Farmer Finds Human Bones Outside Churchyard After Somerset Floods A farmer found bones near a flooded churchyard. Stephen Bartlett, age 61, discovered them in Mudford, a Somerset village. Stephen is a retired…
A mother claims her son’s Afghanistan service caused his violent act, leading to a neighbors death in a parking dispute. Mom Says Son’s Army Trauma Led to Deadly Neighbors Stabbing in Somerset A mom wants better veteran mental health care. Her son, Collin Reeves, killed a couple in 2021 in Somerset. The dispute seemed minor.…
Wells City Council takes control of green spaces to protect local services & save Somerset council money. Wells Gains Control of Green Spaces in Somerset Devolution Plan Somerset Council had money troubles last year. They asked towns to manage local services. This would help avoid big budget cuts, as the council faced a large financial…
Fraudsters impersonating Nationwide seek bank details. Police warn Somerset residents to be vigilant and report suspicious calls. Somerset Residents Targeted in Nationwide Fraud Scam Police Issue Warning People reported scam calls to the police. Callers pretended they were from Nationwide’s fraud team. Nationwide suggests calling 159 if unsure about a call. This service is available…