A future with a voice – Midsomer Norton based charity making a difference
A youth programme born at a Midsomer Norton community radio station has been quietly building across Somerset, Bristol and London since January. Sound Vision CIO explains why it waited to say so. In January 2026, a small group of young people in Midsomer Norton came together to make content: for social media, for radio, for…
Budget fails to deliver for independent high street businesses, says Frome and East Somerset MP
Anna Sabine MP says the Government’s Budget does not go far enough to support local businesses and families, despite welcoming its decision to retain Healthwatch. The Liberal Democrat MP said she had already heard from local business owners following Wednesday’s Budget announcement, with many concerned that the measures do not go far enough to address the…
Join Remembrance commemorations across Bath and North East Somerset
Communities across Bath and North East Somerset will come together this November to remember and pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for their country. Remembrance events will take place across the district, offering residents an opportunity to gather with their local communities, reflect and pay their respects. Councillor Shaun Stephenson-McGall, Chair of…
Mayor welcomes bonanza Budget for region
Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, has welcomed today’s Budget from the Chancellor, John Healey. His speech, which championed devolution and regional growth, included £10 million for the West to invest in public realm improvements in Bristol Temple Quarter, unlocking private investment in regeneration – making the area feel inviting for all. Alongside…
Mayor welcomes bonanza Budget for region
Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, has welcomed today’s Budget from the Chancellor, John Healey. His speech, which championed devolution and regional growth, included £10 million for the West to invest in public realm improvements in Bristol Temple Quarter, unlocking private investment in regeneration – making the area feel inviting for all. Alongside…
Residents invited to have their say, and get involved, in the future of Midsomer Norton’s community assets
Midsomer Norton Town Trust is inviting residents, community groups and local organisations to an informal community evening on Tuesday 10 November, where they can hear what is happening with the Trust’s assets, share their views and ideas, and find out how to get involved. The Trust looks after a number of community assets in the…
Midsomer Norton Community Groups Invited to Apply for Town Council Grants of Up to £1,000
Local charities, voluntary organisations and community groups in Midsomer Norton are being invited to apply for financial support from the Town Council, with applications for the next round of grants closing on Sunday 6th December 2026. Midsomer Norton Town Council has announced that applications will be considered at its Finance and Operations Committee meeting on…
Meet Your Councillor in Peasedown St John at Monthly Advice Surgery
Bath & North East Somerset Councillor for Peasedown St John, Cllr Karen Walker (Independent), will be holding her next Advice Surgery on Saturday 7th November, at Peasedown St John Community Library, located in The Hive Community Centre. It will be an opportunity for residents to discuss issues and any concerns they have about the community….
Celebrating amazing foster carers in Bath and North East Somerset
Dedicated foster carers including a couple who have looked after children for more than 40 years were celebrated at a special event hosted by Bath & North East Somerset Council. The amazing support provided by foster carers, fostering families carers and supported lodgings hosts came under the spotlight at the event in Midsomer Norton recently….
Midsomer Norton’s last bank to close?
Concerns have been raised about what could be the closure of Midsomer Norton’s last bank. Two weeks ago, a ‘For Sale’ sign was erected outside of TSB in Silver Street indicating that the owner of the building where the town’s last bank branch is located is putting the property up for sale. This comes just…
