Mendip District Council6 Dec 2024New section of former railway opens up to walkersIt is hoped a full walking and cycling route along the former railway line will be completed soon.6 Dec 202423 Apr 2024Pupils take 'pocket-money idea' to the high streetA farm shop run by schoolgirls becomes the first business launched under "Incubator" scheme to boost Shepton Mallet high street23 Apr 202428 Oct 2023No plans for promised school on new estateThe council says there is no need for a school on the estate as Frome has enough school spaces.28 Oct 202320 Apr 2023New homes will damage village character - councilDevelopers want to build 26 homes in the village of Oakhill, near Shepton Mallet, in Somerset.20 Apr 202330 Mar 2023Somerset councils give farewell gifts to communityThe four district councils are marking the end of their 50-year existence with community gifts.30 Mar 202325 Feb 2023Councillors refuse plans to improve business parkThe plans to improve the park were submitted to Mendip District Council nearly six years ago.25 Feb 202323 Feb 2023Rise to council tax bills in new unitary budgetThe first budget is passed for Somerset's new council with a 4.99% council tax rise.23 Feb 202319 Feb 2023Abbey to be refurbished to attract more visitorsPlans for a new piazza and improved visitor facilities at Glastonbury Abbey are approved.19 Feb 20238 Feb 2023Safety fears over new homes on Somerset LevelsPlans to build almost 30 homes on a road "notorious for accidents" and flooding are criticised.8 Feb 2023...
