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Cleaning Up The Town
Adam Bailey has started a one-man voluntary campaign to clean up Wincanton's beauty spots, clearing overgrown brambles and vegetation and improving our footpaths.
South Somerset District Council's Civic Roles Chosen
New civic roles and responsibilities at South Somerset District following the May elections were chosen at the annual Meeting of the Council on 19th May.
French and Fun at King Arthur's for Primary School Guests
Around 60 pupils from local primary schools, who have all been studying French, spent a day at King Arthur's extending their language skills while sampling what a 'big' school is like and meeting older students.
Is There A Place For Homeopathy In the 21st Century Home?
Homeopathy has been in existence for almost two hundred years. But, relying on the principles and remedies it started out with, does homeopathy still have a place in your medicine cabinet? Yes! But don’t take my word for it…
Afghan Heroes Thunder Rally - 17th to 19th June 2011 [IMPORTANT UPDATE]
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Afghan Heroes is making Thunder Rally an annual event in order to say a huge thanks for all the fundraising by bikers, non-bikers, service personnel, families, loved ones, friends and members of the public on behalf of the charity.
Men's Health Information Evening - 25th May
Wincanton's Patient Participation Group is holding an event with free admission on the subject of Men's Health and Prostate Cancer in particular. This condition is very common amongst men of middle age and this is an opportunity to find out the facts and ask your questions.
Changing Faces at Wincanton's Optician - Is It You We're Looking For?
A lot has happened in the last 18 months at Sarah Gibson Optometrist. We have said Farewell to some wonderful people and Hello to a new face. Now we need another somebody to complete the team. Are you that person?
Wincanton Community Hospital Staff Join Global Hand-Washing Campaign
Nurses and healthcare staff at Wincanton Community Hospital are leading by example when it comes to maintaining good hand hygiene and preventing the spread of infections.
A Big Thank You from Nick Colbert & Colin Winder
Following the 5th May 2011 District Council elections Colin Winder and I would like to say a big thank you to all those Wincanton people who voted for us.
King Arthur's School Recognised for Close Links with The Royal British Legion
Over the last five years, The Royal British Legion and King Arthur's Community School have worked together on a number of memorial occasions to promote understanding between generations about service and sacrifice.
Somerset Witches - Lecture by Andrew Pickering
The fascinating story of one of England's darkest periods which includes the trials for witchcraft in this area. Friday 27th May in the Balsam Centre at 7.30pm. Adults £6, student rate TBA.
Wincanton Businesses Together Annual General Meeting
Our AGM takes place on Friday 13th May at The Balsam Centre. We invite all businesses to attend this special meeting and seminar. Our guest speaker, Mandy Cochrane, will speak about the role of Social Media in everyday business life.
Inter-Pub It's a Knockout & Mad Hat Event
Sunday 22nd May, Wincanton Memorial Hall, 3.00 - 5.30pm. This event is to be the first of very many in aid of the Raise the Roof Appeal for Wincanton Parish Church.
FREE "Go Global" Workshop - Tuesday 10th May
On Tuesday Carymoor is hosting a free 'Go Global' workshop that includes a free buffet lunch! Spaces are still available but booking is required. This informal, informative and fun day at Carymoor will look at how our actions impact on others around the world and what lessons we can learn from other more resourceful cultures.
Wincanton Town Council Election 2011 Results
Our Town Council election results were released last Friday, 6th May, a little later than those of the District Council. Of 17 candidates 15 were successfully elected, including several new names. Here is a full table of the results.
District Council Results Show Interesting Swings
By 3.45pm last Friday, 6th May, the District Council election results were announced, showing very interesting swings and a significant increase in turnout compared to 2007.
Rakes, Rogues and Gentlemen of the 18th Century
Hendrika Foster, the well-known local History of Art lecturer, will give an illustrated talk about Hogarth's London at Stourton Memorial Hall on Thursday 12th May at 6.45 pm. Tickets at the door £10 to include wine and light refreshment.
Second Midweek Mingle - 11th May
Following the success of April's Midweek Mingle a second date has been arranged for more networking, more relationship building and more fun and laughter.
Wincanton Choral Society Concert on Sunday May 15th
Wincanton Choral Society will be performing Haydn's oratorio "The Creation" on Sunday May 15th at 7.30pm in the Wincanton Sports Hall, King Aurthur's School.
Windows Smashed at Divine Wines - Police Seek Information
On two occasions the window at Divine Wines, High Street, Wincanton has been smashed. Police are very keen to speak to witnesses from the incident, who may have seen the offender/s or vehicles connected to the damage.
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