A centre in Somerset which helps drug addicts and alcoholics may be forced to close because of a lack in funding. St Peter’s House Projects has been based in Yeovil since 2009 but its lottery funding will run out in May. Full Story: Read More.
Bright future predicted for Wincanton economy one year on from Adams Foods fire | This is Somerset
Business leaders believe Wincanton’s economy will rise from the ashes one year after a major employer slashed nearly 200 jobs. Adams Foods announced in January 2012 that all 180 jobs were to be scrapped at its Wincanton cheese-packing operation after a fire ripped through the Saxon Way warehouse. Full Story: Read More
New Homes Bonus grants announced
Cabinet last night announced that £250,000 will be released by Mendip District Council and made available for local communities. The quarter of a million pounds is part of the New Homes Bonus grant from central government which the council has chosen to use to support legacy projects throughout the district. Full Story: Read More