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What Next? A History of Criminal Identification

Mon 8 Nov 2010
By John Baxter
What Next? A History of Criminal Identification

Retired Met Officer and researcher Dr Terry Stanford will be giving an intriguing presentation of the ways police forces have sought to make certain of the identity of offenders. Friday 12th November, 7.30pm, at the Balsam Centre.

Parkinson's Group Have Their First Meeting

Mon 8 Nov 2010
By Stephen Beech
Parkinson's Group Have Their First Meeting

The Wincanton Area Parkinson's Group meet for a great tea and to get organised in the Wincanton War Memorial Hall Sun Lounge.

Resident's Window Smashed in Shadwell Lane

Mon 8 Nov 2010
By Jenny Maynard
Resident's Window Smashed in Shadwell Lane

A property in Shadwell Lane, Wincanton, has been targeted by an offender who has committed criminal damage.

Art Helps Hearts!

Wed 3 Nov 2010
By Penny Moorcraft
Art Helps Hearts!

Charity Art Auction at The Half Moon Inn, Horsington on Friday 12th November at 8.00pm, with viewing from 12.00 - 3pm and from 6.00pm onwards in aid of The British Heart Foundation.

Allotment Sheds Broken into and Damaged

Tue 2 Nov 2010
By Jenny Maynard
Allotment Sheds Broken into and Damaged

The latest example of unpleasant criminal behaviour. Breaking into the sheds on the Wincanton allotments.

Turbine Towers Win Civic Support

Tue 2 Nov 2010
By Western Gazette
Turbine Towers Win Civic Support

Wind turbines on Wincanton’s doorstep moved a step closer after the Town Council recommended approval of planning permission for two 34-metre high generators at Moorhayes Farm between Wincanton and Charlton Musgrove.

Community Policing Hits the Road to Keep Kids Safe

Tue 2 Nov 2010
By Western Gazette
Community Policing Hits the Road to Keep Kids Safe

Schoolchildren in Wincanton have been put through their paces by a police community support officer during a month-long cycle safety course. The Rightrack Training Course took place for year five and six pupils at Wincanton Primary School where they received valuable lessons in road safety before it concluded last week.

Apple Tree Toys Branches Out to New Retail Outlets

Mon 1 Nov 2010
By Mandy Cochrane
Apple Tree Toys Branches Out to New Retail Outlets

Wincanton-based Apple Tree Toys announces an exciting launch for their products at The Udder Farm Shop near East Stour, new French floral home-wares and gifts, plus stocks of their most popular toys at two Wincanton retail outlets.

A Bit About Bee Keeping

Sun 31 Oct 2010
By Bob Jones
A Bit About Bee Keeping

Retired GP Bob Jones talks about his ongoing fascination with bees and the collection of their honey.

Strong Leader or Elected Mayor - New Choice Faces South Somerset

Sun 31 Oct 2010
By Dawn Haydon
Strong Leader or Elected Mayor - New Choice Faces South Somerset

Electing a South Somerset Mayor is one of the two options that are being considered by South Somerset District Council, as part of the new arrangements for the council's governance. New legislation requires the council to change its current executive decision-making process to one of two options - a strong leader or elected Mayor.

Success for Myakka at Somerset Business Awards

Tue 26 Oct 2010
By Natalie Hooper
Success for Myakka at Somerset Business Awards

Wincanton's Fair Trade Furniture Retailer, Myakka has won the Business of the Year Award at the Somerset Business Awards 2010. This is a huge achievement. The business was founded eleven years ago by Georgie Hopkins and Simon Whitehead and the award acknowledges the hard work that has been put in by everyone.

A Visit to Carymoor Environment Centre

Mon 25 Oct 2010
By Sarah Darlington
A Visit to Carymoor Environment Centre

Sarah Darlington and eight-year-old niece Giulia hunt for Carymoor's mammals on a 'Wild Wednesday' in August.

Going Beyond a Good Big Splash

Mon 25 Oct 2010
By John Baxter
Going Beyond a Good Big Splash

A look at what goes on in Wincanton Swimming Club which is where Wincanton's keenest swimmers enjoy developing their skills and competing with each other.

Art Exhibition in the Methodist Church, Saturday 6th November

Sat 23 Oct 2010
By Dee Chilton
Art Exhibition in the Methodist Church, Saturday 6th November

A chance to see and purchase fine art and excellent craft work at this one day exhibition in the Methodist Church. Open from 10am until 3pm. All the proceeds go to the Wincanton Live at Home Scheme and there will be a light lunch and refreshments available. Also on sale, a beautiful calendar of wild life photos by Sarah Bloodworth.

Wincanton Witch Hands out Potions in Boots

Thu 21 Oct 2010
By John Baxter
Wincanton Witch Hands out Potions in Boots

Wickedly winsome witch Charlie Lock is to be seen casting spells for Macmillan Cancer Care in Wincanton's Boots, the chemist.

Wincanton Town Youth Football Club Halloween Party 2010

Thu 21 Oct 2010
By Nick Hamblin
Wincanton Town Youth Football Club Halloween Party 2010

On Sunday 31st October from 5:30 till 7:30 at Wincanton Sports Ground. Open to everyone, there will be fun, games and prizes for best costume and scariest pumpkin. Admission £1 per person.

Wincanton Film Society - New Season 2010/11 Started September 21st

Wed 20 Oct 2010
By John Smith
Wincanton Film Society - New Season 2010/11 Started September 21st

On Tuesday 21st September the Wincanton Film Society launched the new 2010/11 Film Season with "Hurt Locker". The next film (tonight in fact) is "Up In The Air" starring George Clooney, to start at 7:45pm in the KA PEC.

Town Centre Hit With Graffiti

Wed 20 Oct 2010
By Jenny Maynard
Town Centre Hit With Graffiti

During the weekend of Friday 8th to Sunday 10th October 2010, Wincanton was subjected to an onslaught of ugly, childish graffiti. The offender/s targeted the Town Centre area.

The Nog Inn Makes the Good Beer Guide 2011

Fri 15 Oct 2010
By Amy Cutts
The Nog Inn Makes the Good Beer Guide 2011

The Nog Inn was delighted to receive the news earlier this week that they have made it in to the Good Beer Guide for 2011.

Behind the Window of Elsie Florence Vintage China

Thu 14 Oct 2010
By Sara Kirkby
Behind the Window of Elsie Florence Vintage China

Peer through the windows of Six South Street and you may wonder what is going on in there. For over 30 years Number Six was well known as Paupers Restaurant, at the time THE place to eat in town.

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