This Christmas was many things. Joyful, chaotic, emotional, funny, and at times very hard. It was our first Christmas without Ben, and I won’t pretend that wasn’t tough. I didn’t quite realise how much it would hit me until it did.

Winter demand is rising for Fair Frome. Charity lead Lenka Grimes shares how food banks, warm meals and support services are helping local people.

There is something about the Frome Independent Market at Christmas-time that never fails to deliver - it’s a lovely mix of bustle, sparkle and slight chaos. Today it brought all of that plus a generous helping of rain.

If there’s one thing Paula loves more than a beautifully fermented jar of vegetables, it’s sharing the joy of fermentation with others.

December in Frome has arrived in its usual style - full of sparkle, drizzle and the kind of well-meaning plans that end with me sprinting between events, carrying microphones, snacks and a mild sense of panic.

Sonia stepped onto the range at the Frome Town Archers, ready to learn from the people who have built this club into one of the friendliest and most knowledgeable in the area.

Sonia stepped onto the range at the Frome Town Archers, ready to learn from the people who have built this club into one of the friendliest and most knowledgeable in the area.

For her latest Unfiltered deep dive, Sonia joined conservationist George Linklater to walk Rodden Nature Reserve, explore the beavers’ handiwork, and understand how a family of animals introduced just seven years ago has transformed an entire landscape.

Join Sonia on Frome’s annual Bat Count — a night-time wildlife survey revealing the species, sounds and secrets of the bats that thrive across our town.

September brings a wave of nostalgia. It reminds me of the first day of term, filled with the scent of new pencils and the thrill of a blank notebook. The excitement of returning to a routine after a long summer break is palpable. Even now, that "back to school" feeling inspires me to embark on new projects and look forward with renewed determination. Celebrating Renewal on the When in Frome Podcast This month on the When in Frome podcast , we celebrate stories that embody re

August always feels like a slightly slower month – time to catch your breath, get outside, maybe even switch off (just a little). This month on the When in Frome podcast, we’ve done exactly that - slowing the pace, tuning into some of the town’s quieter stories, and heading underground… quite literally.