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: Wells-area road safety works at Whitnell Corner remain on schedule, with Somerset Council aiming to open the new junction by mid-December. (Photo: Somerset Council)

Wells junction safety works on track for December opening

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Wells festival to explore David Bowie's spiritual journey (Unsplash)

Wells Festival of Literature to explore the spiritual side of David Bowie

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Wells can expect a weekend featuring practical workshops, community activities, running and theatre.

What's On: Wells weekend brings live music, gospel singing, a charity quiz and theatre

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The TGJones store on Wells High Street will close permanently on 19 September, with a closing-down sale now under way. ((LL/DILY))

Wells TGJones store to close on 19 September

2nd Sep 2026 |

Sky Arts finalist Tom Winter will exhibit paintings, prints and drawings at the Bishop's Palace in Wells from 19 September to 21 November. (Image: Tom Winter)

Wells exhibition to feature Sky Arts finalist Tom Winter

2nd Sep 2026 |

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2nd Sep 2026 |

Drivers between Wells and Shepton Mallet face around three weeks of temporary traffic lights on the A371 at Croscombe while a collapsed stone wall is repaired.

Croscombe A371 wall repairs to bring three weeks of lights

2nd Sep 2026 |

Local councils in Glastonbury, Street, Wells and Shepton Mallet tackled everything from speeding and planning to councillor attendance during August.

Local council roundup: McDonald's, speeding and 20mph plans

1st Sep 2026 |

Wells junction safety works on track for December opening

2 hours ago |

Wells Festival of Literature to explore the spiritual side of David Bowie

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What's On: Wells weekend brings live music, gospel singing, a charity quiz and theatre

4 hours ago |

Wells TGJones store to close on 19 September 2nd Sep 2026

Wells exhibition to feature Sky Arts finalist Tom Winter 2nd Sep 2026

Brand New! Never miss a story again by downloading the new Wells Nub News app today 2nd Sep 2026

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Many of the new requirements simply formalise what good landlords already do.

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Charming Grade II listed period home in the heart of Wedmore village — ivy‑clad frontage, classic windows and church just across the way.

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The village of Wedmore is two miles away with pubs, shops, a café or three and an annual beer festival that makes integration suspiciously easy.

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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful.

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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a General Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll carry out a range of tasks to help us provide the quality care and support our residents deserve. No two days will be the same as you take on diverse responsibilities across housekeeping, cleaning, laundry and catering. It's because this is such a wide-reaching role that you'll be able to play your own part in creating a warm and homely environment. Caring and empathetic, as a General Assistant you'll put our residents first and build the kind of positive professional relationships with them that make their experience with us happy and meaningful.

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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.

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ABOUT THE ROLEAs a Care Assistant at a Barchester care home, you'll help residents enjoy each day by making sure they get the quality care and support they deserve. You'll assist with daily living, providing support and companionship and sharing great moments and memories too. It's a chance to bring your dedication and compassion to a fulfilling environment. Every day will be different, so you can expect to undertake work that's as varied as it is rewarding. As a Care Assistant, you could be doing anything from supporting residents with their food and drink and following care plans to ensuring that each of our residents has one-to-one time. It's an opportunity to put your skills to meaningful use and develop your career.

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