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Olympic Open Day at Wincanton Sports Centre

Thu 22 Jul 2010
By Mark Henley
Olympic Open Day at Wincanton Sports Centre

Wincanton Sports Centre will be holding an Olympic Open Day on Saturday 24th July, with a selection of free taster sessions on all the activities we offer.

Zac Greening - An Artist in Wincanton

Thu 22 Jul 2010
By Zac Greening
Zac Greening - An Artist in Wincanton

Artist Zac Greening, who organised last year's Windows of Wincanton art show that brought original art works into the town's shop windows, talks about living here and his work.

Free Sculpture Workshops at Carymoor

Sun 18 Jul 2010
By Helen Boyer
Free Sculpture Workshops at Carymoor

Carymoor is hosting two exciting Sculpture Workshops on Thursday 12th August and Friday 13th August. Anyone aged 12-25 or over 50 can help create a permanent art work for Carymoor, made from recycled materials. No experience necessary.

Former KA Student Graduates First Class at Bristol University

Sun 18 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Former KA Student Graduates First Class at Bristol University

Becky Fellows, former King Arthur's student, has gone on to graduate with First Class Honours in Biology from Bristol University. She has now been selected for the prestigious fast track teaching scheme, Teach First.

Wincanton Girls Football Win Fair Play Award

Sun 18 Jul 2010
By Becky Chapman
Wincanton Girls Football Win Fair Play Award

The Wincanton Girls Under 12 Team have won the Fair Play award for the season 2009/10.

Families Turn Out to Support Our Lady of Mount Carmel School

Fri 16 Jul 2010
By Mandy Cochrane
Families Turn Out to Support Our Lady of Mount Carmel School

Our Lady of Mount Carmel Primary School enjoyed good support for their annual Summer Fete and raised funds for the PTFA with stalls and entertainment.

Join the Great Wincanton Primary Painting Party

Fri 9 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Join the Great Wincanton Primary Painting Party

Don't miss this chance to make a real difference to Wincanton Primary School by helping Head Teacher Graeme Wilson and Deputy Sarah Martin by joining the Painting Party on Saturday 17th July.

Meet Graeme Wilson, Wincanton Primary's New Head Teacher

Fri 9 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Meet Graeme Wilson, Wincanton Primary's New Head Teacher

Wincanton Primary has an energetic new Headteacher. Graeme Wilson has now been in post for two terms. In this profile we explore his background and plans for the school.

New Acting Manager Cameron Bate Talks About the Sports Centre

Mon 5 Jul 2010
By Cameron Bate
New Acting Manager Cameron Bate Talks About the Sports Centre

Cameron Bate, Manager of the Goldenstones Pool and Leisure Centre in Yeovil is currently also managing the Wincanton Sports Centre. He talks about the challenges and opportunities facing the Centre.

Car Deliberately Damaged in North Street

Mon 5 Jul 2010
By Jenny Maynard
Car Deliberately Damaged in North Street

On 29/6/2010 overnight a resident's vehicle was damaged whilst parked in North Street, Wincanton. The vehicle had being keyed down the nearside panels between the hours of 6pm and 0030.

Shakespeare in the Open Air at Bruton School for Girls

Sat 3 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Shakespeare in the Open Air at Bruton School for Girls

In a cast drawn from across the school, the girls of BSG took part in a witty and elegant production of A Midsummer Night's Dream in contemporary dress. See the pictures right here, right now.

Biddie Lawson - We Remember A Special and Much Loved Person

Sat 3 Jul 2010
By John Baxter
Biddie Lawson - We Remember A Special and Much Loved Person

The sudden and unexpected death of Biddie Lawson has come as a great shock to her many friends, her husband Peter and her family.

Cold Calling Cons - The Truth About PAT Testing

Fri 2 Jul 2010
By Mandy Cochrane
Cold Calling Cons - The Truth About PAT Testing

After some sharp and shady selling techniques from a PAT Testing company, I decided to investigate the facts about having your office electrical equipment tested for safety - the results were illuminating.

Planning Approval Given at Last for New Health Centre at New Barns

Wed 30 Jun 2010
By Janet Loe
Planning Approval Given at Last for New Health Centre at New Barns

Wincanton Health Centre Practice Manager passes on the latest news and reaction of the doctors and staff concerning the planning application for a new Health Centre at New Barns.

Despite All Efforts, Wincanton Museum Has to Close in September

Wed 30 Jun 2010
By Jeff Kingaby
Despite All Efforts, Wincanton Museum Has to Close in September

Jeff Kingaby, Museum and History Society Secretary, tells us that the Committee has decided the costs of keeping the museum open are such that in these tough times there is no choice but to close the museum, but the History Society will continue.

King Arthur's Summer Fete

Mon 28 Jun 2010
By Emma Harrison
King Arthur's Summer Fete

KA's Annual Summer Fete. An event not to be missed - Friday 2nd July at the school from 6-8pm. All the usual attractions plus lots of World Cup fun! A great way to spend a summer evening.

A Great Fete at Wincanton Primary School

Mon 28 Jun 2010
By John Baxter
A Great Fete at Wincanton Primary School

The Summer Fete at Wincanton Primary School this year on the 18th of June was a well attended fun affair with parents and pupils all having a good time with stalls, fancy food and exciting performances.

The Joy of Summer Beautifully Displayed

Fri 25 Jun 2010
By John Baxter
The Joy of Summer Beautifully Displayed

Members of the Parish Church supported by numerous organisations, schools and businesses in the town lay on a beautiful and imaginative show.

Window Smashed in Mill Street

Fri 25 Jun 2010
By Jenny Maynard
Window Smashed in Mill Street

On Friday 11th June a window was smashed in a house in Mill Street. If you have any idea who might have done this please contact PCSO Jenny Maynard.

Co-op in Wincanton Starts Home Deliveries

Wed 23 Jun 2010
By Chris Griffiths
Co-op in Wincanton Starts Home Deliveries

The Co-operative in Carrington Way is now offering a small local home delivery service. If you find carrying heavy shopping around inconvenient or difficult, this service could be for you.

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