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MP James Heappey has announced he will not stand as a candidate at the general election

By Anna Wiseman

15th Mar 2024 | Local News

MP for the Wells Constituency, James Heappey

James Heappey, MP for the Wells constituency and Armed Forces Minister, has decided to step away from politics and pursue a different career.

Councillor suggests former Somerset council HQ would make a really nice Travelodge

By Daniel Mumby - Local Democracy Reporter

14th Mar 2024 | Local News

Mendip District Council HQ In Shepton Mallet. CREDIT: Google Maps.

The future of the former Mendip District Council headquarters in Shepton Mallet is being discussed, with a councillor suggesting it could be turned into a hotel.

Glastonbury Festival 2024 line up announced

By Anna Wiseman

14th Mar 2024 | Local News

Headline acts for the Pyramid Stage at this year's Glastonbury Festival confirmed

Glastonbury Festival official line up poster published this morning confirms headline acts performing at the festival this June.

Disturbing rise in Somerset road deaths prompts new campaign

By Guest author

13th Mar 2024 | Local News

Avon and Somerset Police are backing the new Fatal Five road safety campaign

The number of fatalities on county's roads at its highest since 2014, leading to new Somerset Council campaign aimed at reducing fatal collisions.

Fire crews tackle blaze inside Castle Cary commercial property

By Anna Wiseman

12th Mar 2024 | Local News

Fire crews were called out to a machine fire inside a Castle Cary commercial building (credit: Devon and Somerset Fire & Rescue Service)

Fire crews were called out in the early hours when a battery powered forklift caught fire inside a Castle Cary commercial building.

Old clock restored free of charge for Bowlish Infant School

By Rebecca Eldred

11th Mar 2024 | Local News

Mike Elderton handing the clock over to the children

Rebecca Eldred, the Headteacher at Bowlish, is over the moon that this little piece of school history is now restored and a focal point in the school Reception.

Shepton Mallet's innovative signage scheme scoops prestigious national award

By Laura Linham

11th Mar 2024 | Local News