Funding boost for local projects tackling isolation, inclusion and innovation Frome Town Council has awarded over £30,000 to 20 local groups and organisations helping to build a community that is more resilient, happier, and better… Frome Matters – 23rd June Read all about the latest news and events in Frome Matters. Join the Healthy Homes team in 2025 Volunteer with the Healthy Homes team and help local people get the energy support they need. Free community event asks: ‘How do we help creativity and community to thrive in Frome?’ A community event at Badgers Hill on Wednesday 25th June from 9.30am to 1.30pm will bring people together to discuss how we can work together,… Mayor’s column – 18th June 2025 Anita is feeling proud of Pride and much more, in a busy start to her mayoral year. Wild Bunch column – Churchyards as havens for people and wildlife Megan from Holy Trinity Church invites you to the church’s wildlife garden. Midsummer Mischief family event marks Refugee Week 2025 Local arts organisation Terrestrial invite Frome families to join them on Saturday 21st June from 10am to 2.30pm in Victoria Park for ‘Midsummer Mischief’. A statement from FTC Chair Cllr Fiona Barrows A statement in response to the updated proposal from a private operator to lease Badgers Hill Future of Frome’s Welcome Hub secured as part of CCS initiative Frome Town Council is proud to be a key partner in Welcome to All, a new Somerset-wide initiative launching this month to support displaced people. Tree fundraiser hits target in four hours Frome resident Nick East launched a fundraiser on Tuesday 10th June in response to recent acts of vandalism in Victoria Park – and hit his… Successful sustainability events continue this summer Frome Town Council is hosting a free event on Tuesday 17th June from 9am to 10.30 am to the town hall, aimed at Frome-based businesses and… Frome Matters – 9th June Read all about the latest news and events in Frome Matters. Share your thoughts – updated Environmental Statement for proposed Selwood Garden Community The applicant for the proposed Selwood Garden Community has updated the Environmental Statement (ES) that accompanies the application. Mayor’s column – 4th June 2025 The first Mayor’s column from Anita Collier, and the start of a more sociable mayoral year! FTC announce decision on the future of Badgers Hill The Extraordinary Town Council meeting on Thursday 5th June featured a number of passionate voices from the local community, with strong, but divergent, views. Before… Wild Bunch column 4th June 2025 – What’s the point of wasps? What’s the point of wasps? Katie from the Wild Bunch is here to explain. Valerie Singleton OBE visits Frome for Friends of Easthill Field fundraiser broadcaster Valerie Singleton will join performer Mark Vernon Freestone at Frome Town Hall on Saturday 14th June. Ramp to be removed at Henley Way Essential works are due to begin on Monday 2nd June to remove the level access route from Henley Way to The Otherside at Welshmill. Extraordinary council meeting explores next steps for Badgers Hill The meeting on Thursday 5th June is to allow councillors to decide on a proposal to lease Badgers Hill Frome Matters – 23rd May A big night at the Annual Council meeting, good news for tech hoarders and a chance to feedback about Frome’s Safer School Streets. Frome Town Council takes new approach for fair access Frome town councillors voted in favour of a groundbreaking change to its leadership structure at its Annual Council Meeting on 21st May. Wild Bunch column – 21st May 2025 Jenny from the Wild Bunch shares advice and tips for making your outdoor space a haven for wildlife. Have your say about road safety scheme Have your say on the Safer School Streets scheme in Frome by 30th May. Mayor’s column – 21st May 2025 It’s the final column for Mayor Andy Jones! Hear about what he’s been up to as he prepares to hand over his chain. Find more stories in our News archive.
