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A Growing Space Gardener and Volunteer

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
A Growing Space Gardener and Volunteer

Julia Mottershshaw is a volunteer who works with The Growing Space.

Prize-winning Art and Photography by Wincanton Primary Pupils

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Prize-winning Art and Photography by Wincanton Primary Pupils

Three pupils from Wincanton Primary School have won prizes and an award for their entries into art competitions.

Christmas Extravaganza 2009: Report and Pictures from WBT

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Smith
Christmas Extravaganza 2009: Report and Pictures from WBT

Well it came! It happened! And it's gone for another 12 months. The third annual Christmas Extravaganza to be held, and, as in the last two events we had a great evening with many people on the streets.

Celebrating Success - King Arthur's Awards Evening

01 Jan 1:00am
By Tamra Bradbury
Celebrating Success - King Arthur's Awards Evening

Over 200 guests attend King Arthur's Community School Awards Evening including parents, former students, staff, members of the governing body and community representatives.

Sunday Mass at St Luke's and St Teresa's - Catholic Worship

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Sunday Mass at St Luke's and St Teresa's - Catholic Worship

Never been to Mass in a Catholic Church? You may be surprised by this description.

Christmas and Crime, PCSO Jenny Maynard Reports

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jenny Maynard
Christmas and Crime, PCSO Jenny Maynard Reports

I hope all is well with you over this festive season, I thought I would send out a quick message to you to give you a brief overview of what has been happening in Wincanton over the last month or so.

'Diamonds are Forever' Ball at King Arthur's School

01 Jan 1:00am
By Emma Harrison
'Diamonds are Forever' Ball at King Arthur's School

The Friends of King Arthur's have organised a Bond-themed ball for the 22nd January 2010. Dancing to 5th Avenue, supper, cocktails and a fun casino. Tickets, priced £20, from School Reception - Tel 01963 32368 or RAM Sports.

Over £3000 Raised for Charity at the Nog Inn since 2008!

01 Jan 1:00am
By Amy Cutts
Over £3000 Raised for Charity at the Nog Inn since 2008!

Since hosting our first Quiz in January 2008 we have been overwhelmed by the generosity and support of our regular quiz goers.

Famous National Hunt Trainer Paul Nicholls to Sign His Book in Papertrees

01 Jan 1:00am
By Adrian Ollerton
Famous National Hunt Trainer Paul Nicholls to Sign His Book in Papertrees

Adrian Ollerton, owner of our High Street books and stationery shop is delighted to host Paul Nicholls at a book signing on Tuesday 22nd December 12 noon to 2pm.

Wincanton Churches Celebrate Christmas

01 Jan 1:00am
By Revd Nigel Feaver
Wincanton Churches Celebrate Christmas

The various churches in Wincanton are celebrating Christmas with a wide range of services - listed below. All are welcome to join in the celebration of the birth of the Christ child - in quiet stillness and joyful carols.

Police Appeal for Witnesses - Car Vandalised

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jenny Maynard
Police Appeal for Witnesses - Car Vandalised

On New Year's Eve a Peugeot 106 was parked in North Street, Wincanton. Overnight the driver's side window was smashed.

Spot the Reindeer Competition Prize Winners

01 Jan 1:00am
By Barry Taylor
Spot the Reindeer Competition Prize Winners

Wincanton Christmas Extravaganza held a competition for children to spot the reindeer in shop windows. Here are the winners!

K.tog - Knitting Group in Wincanton

01 Jan 1:00am
By Lynn Ward
K.tog - Knitting Group in Wincanton

The 'K.tog' knitting group meet on Monday evenings at the Balsam Centre in Wincanton and has proved popular and friendly, welcoming newcomers so that they immediately feel part of the 'knitting community', even if they are learning from scratch.

Evita Comes to Charlton Horethorne

01 Jan 1:00am
By Ann White
Evita Comes to Charlton Horethorne

Sip a glass of Argentine wine as you watch Evita on the big screen. Hum along to 'Don't Cry For Me Argentina' Join in the light-hearted quiz. Try some 'Carne Argentinas' street food. Come for a fun evening.

January PACT Meeting (Wincanton Partners and Communities Together)

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jenny Maynard
January PACT Meeting (Wincanton Partners and Communities Together)

What is happening about CCTV, parking, recycling and a new level crossing in Wincanton. PCSO Jenny Maynard Reports.

Early Music Performer Frances Eustace, February 12th

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Early Music Performer Frances Eustace, February 12th

The Wincanton Museum and History Society have invited the leading Early Music performer Frances Eustace to give a musical evening talking about and playing various medieval instruments at the Balsam Centre, 7.30 pm

Host Family for German Visitors Urgently Needed

01 Jan 1:00am
By Gill D'Arcy
Host Family for German Visitors Urgently Needed

Our Friends from Lahnau are arriving in Wincanton on 2nd April. We are a host family short - can you help?

Counselling at the Balsam Centre

01 Jan 1:00am
By Jane Maklin
Counselling at the Balsam Centre

A counselling service available for those in need of emotional support in the Wincanton area.

Warm Worship on a Snowy Sunday - Wincanton Baptists

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Warm Worship on a Snowy Sunday - Wincanton Baptists

How I ended up throwing snowballs at members of the congregation.

Town Clerk Sam Skirton Reports

01 Jan 1:00am
By Sam Skirton
Town Clerk Sam Skirton Reports

What the Town Council has been discussing. Bottle banks closing, planning decision for Long Close site recommended. Elections. New Mayor.

The Work of a Police Officer

01 Jan 1:00am
By PC Andrew Brown
The Work of a Police Officer

PC Andrew Brown, Wincanton Beat Manager, talks about his job.

Didgeridoo Workshop with Mike Rigby

01 Jan 1:00am
By Lynn Ward
Didgeridoo Workshop with Mike Rigby

A new activity for the Balsam Centre - very interesting and all welcome!

Sandbag - Wincanton Royal British Legion Newsletter

01 Jan 1:00am
By Tony Goddard
Sandbag - Wincanton Royal British Legion Newsletter

Catch up on all the news from the Branch.

[3 RESPONSES] Pavement Danger in the Snow

01 Jan 1:00am
By David Winter
[3 RESPONSES] Pavement Danger in the Snow

High Street shopper complains about the dangerous pavements in the snow.

A303 Complete Closure between Willoughby Hedge and Mere for 5 weeks

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
A303 Complete Closure between Willoughby Hedge and Mere for 5 weeks

The A303 will be closed for five weeks between the 15th of February and the 19th of March 2010. For details and map

Builders at St. Luke's

01 Jan 1:00am
By Fr Louis Beasley-Suffolk
Builders at St. Luke's

For the next couple of months St. Luke's Catholic Church is undergoing a major refurbishment.

Richard D'Arcy Our New Mayor

01 Jan 1:00am
By John Baxter
Richard D'Arcy Our New Mayor

Our crisis ridden town council elects a new mayor.

A Message from the Mayor, Councillor Richard D'Arcy

01 Jan 1:00am
By Richard D'Arcy
A Message from the Mayor, Councillor Richard D'Arcy

Richard D'Arcy talks about his work and that of the Town Council.

Silhouettes of Wincanton at Sarah Gibson Optometrist

01 Jan 1:00am
By Sarah Gibson
Silhouettes of Wincanton at Sarah Gibson Optometrist

Here, at Sarah Gibson Optometrist we believe in supplying impeccable standard. One way we can offer this to you is by supplying Silhouette rimless eyewear which we consider to be one of the best rimless spectacles available.

Celebrate with a Magical Valentine Evening at Holbrook House

01 Jan 1:00am
By Darren McGinley
Celebrate with a Magical Valentine Evening at Holbrook House

Experience a Valentines evening at Holbrook House, commencing with Champagne and Canapés, followed by a Candle-lit Gourmet Dinner with a Rose for your Partner.

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