Join the FBI! Launch of Frome Business Innovators Forum on 6th March A new collaborative business forum ‘Frome Business Innnovators’ (FBI), is launching on Thursday 6th March from 9am to 10.30am at Frome Town Hall. New play tower at Egford Park open for fun A new play tower in Egford Park opened to the public on Wednesday 29th January. Designed by Bristol-based Green Play Project and installed with the… Frome Matters – 29th January Read all the latest news, from exciting plans for the year ahead to a run down of upcoming events. Mayor’s column – 29th January The calendar is filling up for Mayor Andy Jones. Wild Bunch column – 29th January As we reach the end of January, we can expect to start seeing signs of frogs and toads as they emerge from hibernation and start… New Year, new chapter – join the Healthy Homes team in 2025 To apply to be an Energy Champion, send a short cover letter to explain why you are interested in joining the team to Caroline Wajsblum… Mayday Saxonvale granted right to develop town centre site On 23rd January 2024, an extraordinary meeting of Somerset Council’s Executive Committee at Frome Town Hall ended with a unanimous agreement to sell the 12-acre… A free tree or a home for a bee at the Weylands Wassail! On Saturday 8th February, the Weylands Wassail will bring people together for a traditional midwinter celebration in the community orchard. This year, wassail attendees are also… Pay it forward at the DonateIT tech amnesty Local charity DonateIT is back at Frome Town Hall on Sunday 2nd February 2025 between 10am and 1pm, collecting donations of unwanted smartphones, laptops, consoles… ‘Live for Under 5s’ event showcases services for young children in Frome Members of the Frome Under 5 Network are hosting a free ‘Live for Under 5s’ drop-in event at Frome Town Hall on Thursday 27th February… From the Chamber – 15th January 2025 January’s meeting of Frome Town Council had a packed agenda as usual; the decision about the council tax precept for FTC is taken at the… Frome Matters – 15th January Read all the latest news, from exciting plans for the year ahead to a run down of upcoming events. Wild Bunch column – Caring for birds in winter How to care for feathered friends in our gardens this winter. Mayor’s column – 15th January 2025 News and views from Frome Mayor Andy Jones – January 2025. Kickstart 2025 with effective communication: join Let’s Talk’s new open practice sessions Start the New Year the way you mean to go on with Let’s Talk, a community group dedicated to helping local people improve their communication… Frome Town Council unveils ambitious plan for 2025 Frome Town Council has set out its vision for the year ahead, presenting a plan focused on building economic, social, and environmental resilience to meet… Get stuck into 2025 with Discover Frome’s annual events roundup The team behind the Discover Frome website have put together a helpful guide to 2025 and the events in store this year, from hyper-local celebrations… Living well in Frome: a new edition of the Community Guide Frome Town Council have published a new edition of the Community Guide, a leaflet listing information and links for Frome residents on a range of… Book your 2025 street party by 14th Feb to avoid road closure fee Frome Town Council is urging anyone who is planning a street party in 2025 to set the date for their event by Friday 14th February, if… Frome Library home to an array of arts adventures this winter Local arts organisation Terrestrial, known for creating playful projects with community groups across the region, are filling the library with free activities through the coldest… New shoots for The Pod – launch of SEED Pod group A new fortnightly stay and play group for children with additional needs starts Wednesday 8th January at Wesley Methodist Church. Have your say – attend town council meetings in 2025 Information about how to have your say by attending Frome Town Council’s meetings, from full council meetings to the planning and oversight committees. Mayor’s column – 2nd January 2025 The first 2025 Mayor’s column from Cllr Andy Jones – and a suggestion for the year ahead. Wild Bunch column – 2nd January 2025 Looking back on a busy 2024 for the Wild Bunch and towards a wildlife-friendly 2025. Find more stories in our News archive.