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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.

You Are Invited to the Balsam BBQ

Mon 21 Jun 2010
By Rachel Kennedy
You Are Invited to the Balsam BBQ

You are invited to an open air BBQ in the beautiful gardens of the Balsam Centre which are now looking their best. Come for a lunch to remember on Friday 25th June with burgers and hot dogs from only £2.

Growing Space Garden Propagating House Opens

Mon 21 Jun 2010
By Jeanette Locke and David Winter
Growing Space Garden Propagating House Opens

As a result of generous grants the Growing Space community garden now has a handsome new Propagating House.

Cycle Marathon Ends in Wincanton

Sat 19 Jun 2010
By John Baxter
Cycle Marathon Ends in Wincanton

Graham Box, Chief Executive of the National Society for Patient Participation decided to draw attention to the growth of Patient Participation Groups across the country, visiting them all by cycling from Stockton on Tees and ending in Wincanton.

PPG Meeting on Pain and Persistent Pain Management

Thu 17 Jun 2010
By John Baxter
PPG Meeting on Pain and Persistent Pain Management

So we think we all understand pain? Wincanton Patient Participation Group organises a fascinating Open Meeting on Pain and Persistent Pain Management addressed by two specialists in the field, Dr Louise Tarrant and Jonathan Thurlow.

If Gill Can Do It...

Wed 16 Jun 2010
By Gill D'Arcy
If Gill Can Do It...

Gill D'Arcy tells how she lost her fear of using the Wincanton Window and became a self-confident contributor.

Wincanton 'Play Day' Well Attended

Tue 15 Jun 2010
By Dawn Haydon
Wincanton 'Play Day' Well Attended

Two hundred children and parents turned up for a very successful 'Play Day' at Rickhayes Recreation Ground in Wincanton.

How to Get Rid of Your Garden Waste

Tue 15 Jun 2010
By Dawn Haydon
How to Get Rid of Your Garden Waste

Somerset Waste Management describe the options you can use to get rid of garden waste, from fortnightly collections to an all year service.

The Colour of Sound - A New Community Choir

Wed 9 Jun 2010
By Rachel Kennedy
The Colour of Sound - A New Community Choir

Experienced vocalist and choir leader Rachel Gadd is hoping to launch a new Community Choir at the Balsam Centre in Wincanton on the 16th June. If the chance to sing with others attracts you, this could be what you are looking for.

NADFAS Art Lectures in June, July and October

Wed 9 Jun 2010
By William Salmon
NADFAS Art Lectures in June, July and October

Try a taster art lecture or join the group for fascinating lectures by leading experts. June on the Wilton Diptych, July on Van Gogh, October on Lawrence of Arabia.

Graham Hiscock of Camelot Photographic Expands

Fri 4 Jun 2010
By John Baxter
Graham Hiscock of Camelot Photographic Expands

Graham and Trixie Hiscock expand their photographic business in the fields of Weddings, Portraits, Commercial Photography and Picture Framing.

Margaret Kelly's Silk Painting

Wed 2 Jun 2010
By Margaret Kelly
Margaret Kelly's Silk Painting

Paintings on silk are beautiful, decorative and satisfying to do. Why not learn how with Margaret?

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