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The Bear Inn, Wincanton's Oldest
Ian and Jo Wainwright talk about the Bear. The friendly free house they have owned and run for the past fourteen years.
Local Mumpreneur Grows International Baby Business
A Charlton Musgrove mum never expected her dribbly babies to inspire international business success. But that's exactly what happened when Helen Bristol designed Skibz, a funky bandana-style dribble bib, and formed her company of the same name.
New Stock for Spring in Elegant Home
Anna Cuff shows off some of her early Spring selection of gifts and furnishings for the home.
West Hill - Life on the Wild Side
Even pleasantly residential West Hill has its own wild side. John Smith rhapsodises over his encounter with Raynard. See his super picture.
GP Helena Smith Introduces the Wincanton Health Centre
The Wincanton Health Centre has been caring for the town and surrounding villages for over 30 years and I have been asked to help people know what we are doing.
The New Health Centre - Public Meeting Friday 12th March 6.30pm
The plans for a new Health Centre to be situated away from the town centre (on the New Barns development off West Hill) have raised concern and a lot of interest, so the practice has arranged a public meeting in the Memorial Hall.
Volunteer and Make a Difference
Rachel Kennedy describes the opportunities and satisfactions to be found in volunteering.
[7 COMMENTS] Proposed New Wincanton Health Centre
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Here are the plans, a map and a press release on the proposed new Health Centre for Wincanton on the New Barns development area. Concerned readers are invited to send in letters to the editor on this subject asap. Please provide name and phone number and state if you would prefer to remain anonymous.
The Proposed New Health Centre - A Comment from the Editor
Clearly the proposal to build a new Health Centre on the New Barns development area away from the centre of the town is highly controversial.
South Somerset District Council Highly Rated by the Audit Commission
The Audit Commission, the official watchdog for the public sector, has recently (Dec 09) published its reports on all local District Councils as part of its Comprehensive Area Assessment as rated SSDC highly.
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
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
Please report anything you know about these cases.
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
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
Jim Eastaugh outlines why he is standing for the Town Council Election on March 11th.
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
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
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
Glaucoma is the second most common cause of blindness worldwide.
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
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
Wincanton Camera Club has been the meeting place for local amateur photographers for over 50 years.
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
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
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
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
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
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
From Cinema to Sanctuary. An account of the Church and its worship that operates from Wincanton's former cinema.