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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
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
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
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
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
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.
David Heath MP Talks About Local Flooding
David reflects on the flash floods we had last year and the steps taken to reduce the effects of future floods by setting up emergency equipment sheds.
South Somerset District Council Outlines Plans to Deal with the Cuts
South Somerset District Council has been expecting cuts and has therefore been planning ahead. South Somerset has taken a prudent approach to setting its Medium Term Financial Plan, and has already factored in an assumed 30% cut to its budget over the next four years.
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Excalibur Newsletter - September 2010
The September 2010 edition of the King Arthur's School monthly newsletter, Excalibur, is now available on their web site.
It's Not Too Late to Apply for the Cranmore Chase Fun Run
Take part in a multi-terrain 10km Fun Run, Sunday 17th October, 10am, at Cranmore Steam Railway Station, Shepton Mallet. There'll also be a 1km junior race. Refreshments, on-site parking, and quality mementos of the event for all finishers.
Open Day at King Arthur's School
Parents and children from the surrounding primary schools visit King Arthur's before deciding which secondary school to apply for. The Window goes along to see what is on offer.
Tower Open Evening - Try Your Hand at Bell Ringing
Want to have a go? On Tuesday 19th October St Peter & St Paul's Church Tower is opening its doors between 7.30pm and 9.00pm. Anyone interested in bell-ringing can learn more, watch an enjoyable demonstration and enjoy refreshments.
Brue Valley Rotary Club Plant Crocuses in Local Towns.
Members of the Brue Valley (Provisional) Rotary Club and friends joined other Rotary Clubs across the country in planting crocus corms in our local towns on Saturday 2nd October.
The Quakers - The Religious Society of Friends Outreach Week
Ever wondered about the Quakers and what goes on in their meetings? Always open for visitors, this week the Wincanton Quakers are having a special Outreach Week, so if you would like to meet some of the people who are involved, why not come along?
Music & Mulled Wine at Haselbury Mill Nr Crewkerne
Music & Mulled Wine, Sunday 7th November 3.00pm at The Tithe Barn, Haselbury Mill, nr Crewkerne supporting St Margaret's Hospice. An afternoon of popular music from the shows, operas and operettas featuring members of Prima Voce & the Singing Studio. Tickets £10 tel 0845 3459671 (includes glass of mulled wine and mince pie).
Brilliant Butterfly Images from Carymoor
Jules Cross, Environment Officer, naturalist and rather brilliant wild life photographer shares with us four of his images and reports on the state of butterflies as he has examined them at Carymoor.
Wincanton Choral Society - Still Time to Join
This term Wincanton Choral Society has an exciting programme and is happy to accept new singers.
Profile of Adrian Pitt, Human Resources Specialist
Adrian Pitt is a Wincanton based Human Resources specialist who provides an independent service for small and medium sized businesses that need support in dealing with the recruitment, training and the legal obligations of employment law in what has become an increasingly complex area.
Leadership Changes Coming at King Arthur's
Head Teacher Tamra Bradbury is leaving King Arthur's at Christmas time and her successor as Acting Head will be Emma Wilkes, currently Deputy Head. The Window interviews both of them.
KA Class of 2008 - Where Are They Now?
The class of 2008 was, at the time, the most successful year group ever to leave King Arthur's. It's been two years since they left and this article provides an update on what some of them have been up to, what they have achieved and what they are planning for the future.