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Inter-Pub It's a Knockout & Mad Hat Event

Tue 10 May 2011
By Gill D'Arcy
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

Sun 8 May 2011
By Juliet Lawn
FREE

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

Sun 8 May 2011
By Dave Smith
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

Sun 8 May 2011
By John Baxter
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

Fri 6 May 2011
By Peter Booth
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

Thu 5 May 2011
By Diane Keen
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

Thu 5 May 2011
By Jane Jones
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

Thu 5 May 2011
By PCSO Jenny Maynard
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.

Edward Hoadley - Candidate for Wincanton Town Council Elections

Sun 1 May 2011
By Edward Hoadley
Edward Hoadley - Candidate for Wincanton Town Council Elections

My name is Edward Hoadley and I am standing for election to Wincanton Town Council. This short article will give you an idea of who I am and why I want to stand for the Town Council.

The Localism Bill - Your Input Could Be Crucial

Sun 1 May 2011
By Colin Winder
The Localism Bill - Your Input Could Be Crucial

We hear a great deal about the Localism Bill and what some people think it will mean. One item that is certain, is that there will be alterations to the planning system "to make it clearer, more democratic, and more effective".

Vote NO2AV - An Anti-AV Argument

Fri 29 Apr 2011
By Nick Colbert
Vote NO2AV - An Anti-AV Argument

Nick Colbert presents reasons why we shouldn't adopt the proposed alternative voting system. "We have used the First Past the Post system for hundreds of years, under it the Labour Party replaced the Liberals during the early part of the last century showing what happens when a political party becomes out of touch".

Is this Democracy? A Pro-AV Argument

Fri 29 Apr 2011
By Peter Roberts
Is this Democracy? A Pro-AV Argument

Peter Roberts explains how he thinks our antiquated FPTP Electoral system grossly under-represents the third of our Electorate not voting for the Labour and Conservative Parties and why AV is a fairer system, as it ensures your views are better represented in Parliament.

Walkabout in Castle Cary for Children's Hospices on 1st May

Thu 28 Apr 2011
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Walkabout in Castle Cary for Children's Hospices on 1st May

Why not go for a walk around Castle Cary on Sunday, 1st May to help support Children's Hospices in the South West?

Good Music Inspection at King Arthur's

Thu 28 Apr 2011
By Emma Harrison
Good Music Inspection at King Arthur's

King Arthur's has recently had an Ofsted inspection for its Music Department. The Inspector found the quality of teaching, curriculum, achievement, leadership and management are all Good.

Children's Charity Picnic to Celebrate the Royal Wedding

Wed 27 Apr 2011
By Sara Kirkby
Children's Charity Picnic to Celebrate the Royal Wedding

Come and join us in Wincanton Recreation Ground this Friday at 3.30pm for a fun children's picnic and cake stall to celebrate the royal wedding and raise money for Yeovil Hospital women's unit. EVERYONE welcome.

An Interview with Town Councillor Christine Dean

Wed 27 Apr 2011
By John Baxter
An Interview with Town Councillor Christine Dean

"No kudos in being a councillor." Christine Dean talks about her work as a town councillor and why she does it.

One Person's Report on the Hustings

Sun 24 Apr 2011
By John Baxter
One Person's Report on the Hustings

Not an editorial, but a personal report on an important and interesting evening.

Arts & Crafts - Are You Interested?

Sun 24 Apr 2011
By Malcolm Tipper
Arts & Crafts - Are You Interested?

Sometimes you have a feeling that you'd like to try something arty for yourself or perhaps for something to do with your children. A First Steps course in Arts and Crafts might just be the thing you are looking for.

Drunks, Litter and Vandalism - Another Summer in Wincanton Has Begun

Fri 22 Apr 2011
By Mandy Cochrane
Drunks, Litter and Vandalism - Another Summer in Wincanton Has Begun

The recent warm, sunny days hasn't just brought out the flowers - familiar scenes of drunk teenagers at the recreation ground, litter and vandalism seem set to follow the same pattern as last year.

Parkinson's Awareness Day at Morrisons

Fri 22 Apr 2011
By Steve Beech, John Baxter
Parkinson's Awareness Day at Morrisons

Members of the Wincanton and Area Parkinson's Group spent Thursday 14th in the foyer of Morrisons handing out leaflets, collecting donations and talking to people about Parkinson's Disease.

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