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Frome councillor jailed for climate demonstration on M25
A Somerset councillor representing Frome has been jailed for 26 months for his part in a climate demonstration on the M25. Michael Dunk, who represents Frome’s West Ward for the Green Party, was part of a group from campaign organisation Just Stop Oil who climbed gantries on the M25 in November 20...
Frome fire evacuees inundated with offers of help
The community has rallied
Frome residents forced out of homes after fire rips through block of flats
They were moved into temporary accommodation overnight
Everything you need to know after devastating Frome fire
The blaze tore through homes overnight
Community left 'shocked and saddened' after fire destroys Frome flats
The cause of the fire is being investigated
Live: Huge Frome fire sees flats evacuated as flaming roof 'collapses'
Residents spent the night in temporary accommodation
From The Mayor
Thank you so much to everyone who joined the town in marking the start of Christmas on 21st November what a wonderful night it was! And thank you to the organisers and the many who turned out for a brilliant Cobble Wobble on 23rd November too! As promised, here is a little background on some […] T...
Dementia singing group receives Christmas funding boost
A singing group for people with dementia in Frome has received a funding boost from a local charity to support their Christmas celebration. Songs for the Memory received £750 from the Frome Masons and will use the funds to host a Christmas lunch for members. One of the organisers of Songs for the M...
Impressive Frome win over league leaders
Saturday 1st December Counties 1 Southern South Frome RFC 24 – 8 Swanage & Wareham Frome RFC welcomed Swanage & Wareham RFC to The Lane on Saturday and, with the visitors sitting at the top of Counties 1 Southern South, Frome knew they would have a touch encounter ahead of them. Frome star...
Frome netball: Stars shine but late heartbreak for Hearts
Thursday 27th November Frome Stars vs Spires What a treat to start a game in the dry! Frome got off to a great start, taking control of the ball immediately. Our pro holding shooting Nat held space effectively, despite working against a tall defender. Hats off to Nat for some great defensive work fu...
Frome Wild Bunch Column – Simple ways to support hedgehogs
At our last Wild Bunch gathering we were joined by Jennie from Keyford Hedgehog Rescue and Rehab, who shared her expertise on how we can all make our gardens safer for hedgehogs. Inspired by her advice, here are some easy, practical ways to support hedgehogs that visit our gardens. One of the most...
Ukulele group raise funds for local causes
Frome’s popular ukulele group, The Frukes, recently raised £1,200 at a charity gig. The sold-out performance at the Silk Mill raised the funds for local charities Time is Precious, which supports children and their families in hospitals and at home, and Songs for the Memory, a singing group for p...
Voting opens for Somerset Youth Parliament elections
Young people in Frome have the opportunity to vote to elect new representatives at the Somerset Youth Parliament elections. With the support of schools, colleges and the wider community, Somerset will elect three Members of Youth Parliament to each run on a campaign of their choice. Elected Members ...
Bring aspiring business ideas to life with new course
A new course is being launched next year designed to help people take their first steps towards turning their business ideas into reality. The hands-on programme Enterprising Together, delivered by Edventure, gives participants the tools, skills and knowledge to make practical progress in starting t...