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Innovative Scheme for New Homes

01 Jan 1:00am
By Lynn Holmes
Innovative Scheme for New Homes

Dozens of empty properties in South Somerset could be fully renovated - and let out to local residents in need of housing - if a campaign led by South Somerset District Council is successful.

Crafters' Morning

01 Jan 1:00am
By Lynn Ward
Crafters' Morning

Selection of handmade and crafted items for sale; created and displayed by the makers. Free entry – come along and browse for your unique gift or just treat yourself to looking! All welcome Free parking in the Memorial Hall car park.

Police Witness Appeals, February 2010

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jenny Maynard
Police Witness Appeals, February 2010

Please report anything you know about these cases.

Medieval Music and Tales of Diana

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jeff Kingaby
Medieval  Music and Tales of Diana

Jeff Kingaby reviews the excellent talk and entertainment given by Frances Eustace and trails the Museum's next exciting offering. The talk by Group Captain David Greenway RAF OBE on his experiences flying the royals.

Co-operate or Face Savage Cuts - Tough Choices for Hard Times

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Co-operate or Face Savage Cuts - Tough Choices for Hard Times

South Somerset District Council are planning to enter a partnership with East Devon District Council to save money in order to sustain local socially useful initiatives.

Town Council Candidate - Jim Eastaugh

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jim Eastaugh
Town Council Candidate - Jim Eastaugh

Jim Eastaugh outlines why he is standing for the Town Council Election on March 11th.

Wincanton Town Youth 24hr Football Marathon

01 Jan 1:00am
By Nick Hamblin
Wincanton Town Youth 24hr Football Marathon

On Friday 12th March, Wincanton Town Youth Football Club are holding a 24hr football marathon in aid of Sports Relief. It will take place on the new Astroturf at Wincanton Sports Ground starting at 5.00pm. Please free to pop along and donate.

Quiz Night at King Arthur's School

01 Jan 1:00am
By Emma Harrison
Quiz Night at King Arthur's School

King Arthur's extremely popular annual quiz night takes place on Thursday 18th March. Doors open at 7pm for a 7.30pm start. Please call 01963 32368 to book in your team of up to 6. £5 adults/£3 students - includes Ploughmans supper (but please bring your own drinks).

An Interview with David Heath CBE

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
An Interview with David Heath CBE

I was able to interview David in Wincanton where we explored his education and background, experience, values and his approach to a range of policies.

Glaucoma Awareness Week 8th - 14th March 2010

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jessica Stapleton
Glaucoma Awareness Week 8th - 14th March 2010

Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness worldwide.

Preview Spring Charity Fashion Show to be in Churchfields

01 Jan 1:00am
By Juliet Lake
Preview Spring Charity Fashion Show to be in Churchfields

The world of fashion will come alive in Wincanton when on Wednesday 24th March Preview will be holding their Spring Charity Fashion Show in Churchfields.

King Arthur's Community School has been graded 'Good' by Ofsted

01 Jan 1:00am
By Tamra Bradbury
King Arthur's Community School has been graded 'Good' by Ofsted

A school that is judged to be 'good' by Ofsted is a school that is serving its pupils well. David Heath MP, visited King Arthur's on 8th March 2010 to celebrate the good news along with students from the School Council.

Wincanton Camera Club

01 Jan 1:00am
By Lachlan Fraser
Wincanton Camera Club

Wincanton Camera Club has been the meeting place for local amateur photographers for over 50 years.

REPORT: New Health Centre Public Meeting - 12th March

01 Jan 1:00am
By Biddie Lawson
REPORT: New Health Centre Public Meeting - 12th March

A report on the public meeting held on Friday 12th March at 6.30 p.m. at the Memorial Hall to discuss the proposed new site for the Medical Centre, including questions from the public and the answers provided.

Police Appeal for Witnesses - House in Mundays Mead Vandalised

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jenny Maynard
Police Appeal for Witnesses - House in Mundays Mead Vandalised

On 15/3/2010 at around 1945, a premise in the area of Mundays Mead had damage caused to the rear door of the house.

Wincanton Legion Scoops County Award

01 Jan 1:00am
By Tony Goddard
Wincanton Legion Scoops County Award

Wincanton & District Royal British Legion branch scooped one of the top awards at the County of Somerset RBL Conference. The branch won the coveted Colin McKenzie Cup for the third year running.

Thoughts about the Town Council, and the hustings meeting of March 4th

01 Jan 1:00am
By Steve Stapleton
Thoughts about the Town Council, and the hustings meeting of March 4th

It was with great interest that I attended the 'meet the candidates' meeting at the Memorial Hall on Wednesday evening (4th March). I, like many others, was pleasantly surprised at the level of turnout there.

Hearts and mind are stirred up in the debate and elections for Town Councillors

01 Jan 1:00am
By Rev'd Nigel Feaver
Hearts and mind are stirred up in the debate and elections for Town Councillors

I am told it is a rare event for hustings and elections to take place for Town Council vacancies - but take place it did. What arose was healthy debate and a bit of competition, revealing that local concern and town pride was not a thing of the past.

Town Council Candidate - Tim Adams

01 Jan 1:00am
By Tim Adams
Town Council Candidate - Tim Adams

Tim Adams outlines why he stood for the recent Town Council Election and is making himself available for co-option for the latest vacancy.

Sunday Praise in the Community Church

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Sunday Praise in the Community Church

From Cinema to Sanctuary. An account of the Church and its worship that operates from Wincanton's former cinema.

Sunday Worship in the Parish Church of St. Peter and St. Paul

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Sunday Worship in the Parish Church of St. Peter and St. Paul

In a service rich in ceremony and symbol, a baby is baptised and Communion celebrated.

Father Louis Completes a 10 Mile Sponsored Walk for St. Luke's

01 Jan 1:00am
By Press Release
Father Louis Completes a 10 Mile Sponsored Walk for St. Luke's

Father Louis Beasley-Suffolk yesterday completed a taxing 10 mile walk to raise funds for the renovation and refurbishment of St. Luke & St Teresa's Church.

Refuse Collection Over the Easter Period of 2010

01 Jan 1:00am
By Sam Skirton
Refuse Collection Over the Easter Period of 2010

Here are the refuse collection dates for the Easter period of 2010.

Flying with the Royal Family

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Flying with the Royal Family

Don't miss your chance to hear history come alive from one who was there when Group Captain David Greenway talks about Flying with the Royal Family on Friday 9th April at the Balsam Centre.

WBT Welcomes the Co-op to Wincanton

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Smith
WBT Welcomes the Co-op to Wincanton

The opening of the Co-op after the closure of Coopers is an event with considerable significance for the future of Wincanton High Street.

St Luke's Ecumenical Choir

01 Jan 1:00am
By Biddie Lawson
St Luke's Ecumenical Choir

Spring Concert in the Methodist Church

Mayor's Report February/March 2010

01 Jan 1:00am
By Richard D'Arcy
Mayor's Report February/March 2010

Richard D'Arcy, Wincanton's recently elected Mayor, reflects on our current state of affairs during the last couple of months.

Health Centre Manager Reports on the Public Meeting

01 Jan 1:00am
By Janet Loe
Health Centre Manager Reports on the Public Meeting

Janet Loe, Practice Manager of the Wincanton Health Centre, explains where we are now and the importance of the plans put forward, for those who were unable to attend the public meeting about the new Health Centre.

Preview's Spring Fashion Show of 2010

01 Jan 1:00am
By Juliet Lake
Preview's Spring Fashion Show of 2010

Juliet Lake introduces the Spring Fashions illustrated here in photos by John Baxter.

Easter at Holbrook House

01 Jan 1:00am
By Darren McGinty
Easter at Holbrook House

An exciting Easter Egg Hunt and an Easter Lunch, fun for all the family this Easter at Holbrook House.

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