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Bridging the Waters: Flood defence revival for River Brue

By Daniel Mumby - Local Democracy Reporter

6th Feb 2024 | Local News

Bow Bridge is a 15th-century packhorse bridge over the River Brue in Bruton.

The River Brue begins in Brewham near Bruton and flows over the Somerset Levels, separating Glastonbury and Street, before reaching the sea at Highbridge.

Dozens of new homes planned near Stoke St Michael

By Daniel Mumby - Local Democracy Reporter

6th Feb 2024 | Local News

Plans for 38 homes on Frog Lane in Stoke St. Michael. Image, APG.

Under the Mendip Local Plan Part II, any development would have to either financial contribute towards the extension of Stoke St Michael Primary School.

Shepton Mallet's Innovator Awards flooded with over 600 entries

By Laura Linham

6th Feb 2024 | Local News

Nominations close on Sunday (11th February) so don't miss out on this opportunity to celebrate local business excellence.

The awards are a testament to the dedication, innovation, and hard work shown by local businesses.

Somerset jockey Keagan Kirkby dies in horseracing accident

By Laura Linham

5th Feb 2024 | Local News

The 25-year-old was participating in the last race of the day when his horse misjudged a fence, leading to a fatal accident.

Mendip Crematorium set for significant parking improvements

By Laura Linham

5th Feb 2024 | Local News

The crematorium has been grappling with parking challenges that have seen visitors resort to parking in undesignated areas and along Old Wells Road.

Somerset will lose 80 PCSOs despite maximum rise in council tax being agreed

By Daniel Mumby - Local Democracy Reporter

5th Feb 2024 | Local News

Avon & Somerset Chief Constable Sarah Crew at the PCC performance and accountability board on Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Image: Avon & Somerset

The force will pause recruiting PCSOs for the next 12 months – a move which is expected to result in the number of serving PCSOs dropping by around 80.

Roadworks on A37 to impact Shepton Mallet traffic later this month

By Laura Linham

5th Feb 2024 | Local News