Somerset Council1 hr agoNew £5m footway connecting station to town opensThe Firepool walkway now offers walkers a direct path from Taunton station to the town centre1 hr ago4 hrs ago'Disgusting' fly-tipping found on village pathRoof tiles and a sofa are among the waste dumped in the Somerset village.4 hrs ago3 days ago'State of emergency' call over van-dwellersA councillor has called for action over the lack of official traveller sites in the town.3 days ago7 days agoSchools now offering support to 235 more young carersThe pupils are being given emotional and academic help as part of a charity-run scheme.7 days ago25 Mar 2026Families offered support with Easter food costsLow-income families are being offered help with the cost of food during the Easter holidays.25 Mar 202619 Mar 2026'We're not getting rid of the water fast enough'Councillors say the Mulcheney road in Somerset could be at risk if flooding is not addressed.19 Mar 202619 Mar 2026Council workers' 'deep concerns' over outsourcingCouncil maintenance staff say they have "significant" worries over plans to outsource their jobs.19 Mar 202618 Mar 2026Work to turn 'eyesore' into transport hub imminentThe hub will feature new bus shelters, a waiting room and toilet, cycle parking and disabled bays.18 Mar 202617 Mar 2026Flood-hit county to get £89m from government The Environment Agency says the money will help protect hundreds of homes and businesses.17 Mar 2026...