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Wells teenager Eva Rainey has won a national award after sharing her experience of an ultra-rare cancer and using her art to support awareness. (Supplied)
Wells teenager with rare cancer wins national award

4th Nov 2026   |   

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Drivers near Wells can comment on proposals to introduce 40mph limits on Bath Road and Wells Hill Bottom near Whitnell Corner.
Wells drivers get say on 40mph plans near Whitnell Corner

4th Nov 2026   |   

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Nana, Amanda and Grace with Richard Kenton-Webb and his award winning paintings
Blue School students at Wells Art Contemporary

4th Nov 2026   |   

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Somerset Council expects a WSP report by May 2027 on whether to adopt bus franchising over private firms like FirstGroup PLC. (File photo)
Somerset bus franchising report expected by May 2027

4th Nov 2026   |   

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Crandon Springs Care Home resident Mike, said the Italian Barber left him feeling like himself again.
Care home welcomes Italian barber for a special day of pampering

4th Nov 2026   |    1

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Wells drivers are being warned of road closures on Sunday, 8 November, as the city holds its Remembrance Sunday parade.
Wells roads to close for Remembrance Sunday parade

3rd Nov 2026   |   

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Little Starlings in Meare, near Glastonbury, was praised for inclusive care in an Ofsted inspection on 2 October.
Ofsted praises Meare nursery but flags staff training gaps

3rd Nov 2026   |   

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Participants will receive a full training and safety session from Firewalk UK before attempting the crossing. (Supplied)
Wells Cathedral firewalk returns with places for 80 fundraisers

3rd Nov 2026   |   

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The Fratellis, Symphonic Ibiza, The Farm and The Wurzels will play Godney Gathering at Woodford Farm near Wells on 16–17 July 2027.
The Fratellis lead Godney Gathering line-up at new home

2nd Nov 2026   |   

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Wells 20mph and parking consultation closes on 11 November
Wells 20mph and parking plans: time running out to have your say

2nd Nov 2026   |   

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Cathedral bosses are seeking new income while facing major restoration work, including a potential £30m roof bill.
Wells Cathedral faces deficit and £9,000 daily running costs

2nd Nov 2026   |    2

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Somerset Council cannot currently afford six extra planning enforcement officers despite warnings that workloads have become unsustainable. (File photo)
Somerset planning enforcement improvements face funding block

2nd Nov 2026   |   

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Average private rents in Somerset have reached £1,021 a month, up 6.3 per cent in a year, according to new official figures.
Somerset rents rise £61 a month as average passes £1,000

1st Nov 2026   |   

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The government-funded Approach Social Work programme allows graduates from different professional backgrounds to train as children’s social workers.
Thirteen local jobs for anyone one ‘quick catch-up’ from quitting

30th Oct 2026   |   

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The A39 between Glastonbury and Coxley (File photo/Daniel Mumby)
Drivers face new 40mph limit on A39 towards Glastonbury

30th Oct 2026   |   

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