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Wells Journal
Hall survives countback to secure low-scoring Callaghan Medal
GOLF ROUND-UP
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May 22, 2025
Wells Journal
INEOS' NEW LAUNCH RULES OFF ROAD
THE INEOS Grenadier has been around a while, having first arrived designed to be focused entirely on getting owners where they need to be, regardless of the conditions.
3 min |
May 22, 2025
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Muskets enjoy first sweep of campaign
TAUNTON Muskets hosted the Bristol Bats in their first home game of the 2025 South West & Wales Baseball League on Sunday and secured their first sweep of the season, winning 8-7 and 16-6.
2 min |
May 22, 2025
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Defeat at the death can’t dampen fantastic occasion
WINSCOMBE Ladies head coach Gavin Hancock was overcome with pride despite his side's defeat to Buckingham Swans in the Papa Johns Women’s Junior Cup final at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham.
2 min |
May 22, 2025
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'Urgent funding for hospital' call after closure of nearby services
TAUNTON MP Gideon Amos has stepped up calls for urgent interim funding for maternity and paediatric services at Musgrove Park Hospital, following the abrupt closure of key facilities in nearby Yeovil.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
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Cyclists add shine to charity's silver anniversary year
More than 250 cyclists from across Somerset took on a gruelling 55-mile challenge on Saturday, May 10, to support Dorset and Somerset Air Ambulance, marking the charity's 25th anniversary.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
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Bird manages to show pace
FORMER Millfield pupil Sam Bird secured his first Formula E points in six rounds after an eighth-place finish in the second race of the Tokyo double-header at the weekend.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
Wells Journal
Paradise found
A LOOK AT THE HISTORY OF A MOST TREASURED SPACE
3 min |
May 22, 2025
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2025 Glasto: where to go
The official map for this year's Glastonbury Festival has been unveiled.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
Wells Journal
Full crowd helps topple leaders in another thriller
A TREMENDOUS all-round performance saw Team Bath Netball inflict only a second defeat of the NXT Gen League season on table-topping Loughborough Lightning after an epic contest that gripped another capacity crowd at the Team Bath Arena.
2 min |
May 22, 2025
Wells Journal
Revised plans for lodges at former quarry agreed
A DISUSED quarry could soon become the site of nearly 150 luxurious lodges following a decision by council planning officers.
2 min |
May 22, 2025
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Thrilled to be 'Outstanding'
Crandon Springs Care Home in Wells, part of the Barchester Healthcare group, has been awarded an ‘Outstanding’ rating for health and safety following a rigorous inspection by the companies Head of Health and Safety, Andy Hollingshead.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
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Somerset Day full of standout moments
Communities across Somerset and far beyond came together in spectacular fashion to mark the 10th anniversary of Somerset Day, with a record-breaking weekend of events that showcased the county's pride, heritage and vibrant community spirit.
2 min |
May 22, 2025
Wells Journal
Bishop urges MPs to reject assisted dying bill
AHEAD of the Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill debate in Parliament on Friday last week (May 16), the Rt Revd Michael Beasley, Bishop of Bath and Wells wrote to MPs serving communities across Bath and Wells, assuring them, and all our MPs, of his prayers as they prepare to debate this “complex and difficult issue” and his continued opposition to the proposals.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
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'Scrapping fare cap will hit rural services'
LIBERAL Democrat MP for Glastonbury and Somerton, Sarah Dyke, has called on the Labour Government to urgently protect the national bus fare cap and commit to greater investment in local bus services, warning that failure to do so will hit rural communities the hardest.
1 min |
May 22, 2025
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THE ART OF ZEN
Transform your home into a tranquil haven by taking your inspiration from Japan, says REBECCA JONES
1 min |
May 22, 2025
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Forest edge tight thriller
TEAM Bath Netball went to extra-time for the second time this NXT Gen League season, but were unable to secure the win on this occasion as they narrowly lost 58-56 at Nottingham Forest on Sunday.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Wells Journal
Wickets prove hard to get as Shapwick fall to defeat
SHAPWICK & Polden were unable to build on their opening day victory in the Somerset Division as they fell to a comprehensive loss at Bridgwater 2nd, who had also won last week.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
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Family farm 'working to promote safety on A371'
A ROAD safety event has been held to discuss the local challenges facing the A371 route.
2 min |
May 15, 2025
Wells Journal
SOUND AND VISION
MAKE SOME NOISE FOR THE CHEEKY NEW ELECTRIC ABARTH SCORPIONISSIMA
3 min |
May 15, 2025
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'Thank you for the music'
CLASSICAL music lovers are mourning the death of Wells-born celebrated composer and conductor Ronald Corp OBE, a prolific advocate of music and well known the world over.
2 min |
May 15, 2025
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Vital war work of local pilot inspires MP's call for memorial to heroics
TESSA Munt, MP for Wells and the Mendip Hills, has joined the campaign to commemorate the brave pilots and navigators of the Photographic Reconnaissance Units (PRU), who served during the Second World War.
3 min |
May 15, 2025
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Delighted to celebrate reopening of town pool
Summer got off to a splashing start as Shepton Mallet Lido officially reopened for the first swim of the season, welcoming back swimmers of all ages to the much-loved open-air pool.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Wells Journal
Reduced overs stymie early progress
SOMERSET Women's good start to the Metro Bank One Day Cup has suffered a snag after facing two defeats in their last two games.
3 min |
May 15, 2025
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Trishaw trip is a perfect city day out
The trishaw pilots celebrate reaching the 100 landmark
1 min |
May 15, 2025
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Mayor embodies the spirit of enterprise and diversity
WELLS celebrated its new Mayor Louis Agabani at a mayor-making ceremony held at the town hall on Saturday.
2 min |
May 15, 2025
Wells Journal
VE Day event stirs poignant recollections
Crandon Springs Care Home in Wells honoured the 80th anniversary of VE Day with an afternoon filled with remembrance, music and community spirit.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
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Work begins on cathedral stonework
Works are taking place to conserve the stonework of the West Front of Wells Cathedral, as a continuation of regular repairs and maintenance that have taken place on the cathedral over the centuries.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
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Unbeaten side too strong
FOLLOWING last weekend's bumper schedule, only Taunton Pistols took the mound on Sunday in the South West & Wales Baseball League.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Wells Journal
Thousands of coats donated
THE Somerset Libraries Winter Coat Exchange is celebrating even more success in providing essential support for those in need.
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