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Sir James Dyson remains the richest in the Southwest despite financial losses, according to The Sunday Times Rich List

By Laura Linham

17th May 2024 | Local News

This year's Rich List, a 76-page special edition of The Sunday Times Magazine, shows a decrease in the number of billionaires from 177 in 2022 to 165.

A new challenge and a free day out as part of the ‘Big Help Out’ volunteering event at The Bishop’s Palace, Wells

By Guest

16th May 2024 | Local News

The Bishop's Palace, Chapel and croquet lawn

Bring a picnic and once your volunteering is done you can enjoy yourself in the gardens and palace for the rest of the day!.

Wells Theatre Festival delivers children’s performing arts to inspire and entertain

By Laura Linham

16th May 2024 | Local News

aKa Dance Company present Shed-ache (Photo: Submitted/Luke Taylor)

Festival organisers express concern as cash-strapped schools struggle to cover transport costs.

What’s on in Wells: A weekend packed with culture and entertainment

By Laura Linham

16th May 2024 | Local News

Get ready for some adrenaline-pumping action on Saturday, 18th May, with Wells Boxing Club's Night of Amateur Boxing at Wookey Hole (Photo: Unsplash)

Whether you’re in the mood for classical music, a rock tribute or an elegant night at the opera there's something for everyone.

NatWest quashes rumours of Wells branch closure

By Laura Linham

15th May 2024 | Local News

NatWest in Wells © Copyright Jaggery and licensed for reuse under Creative Commons Licence.

Concerns among local customers had grown recently, fuelled by rumours about the potential shutting down of the branch as part of wider cost-cutting measures.

Wells teacher channels classroom insights into thrilling children's book

By Laura Linham

15th May 2024 | Local News

Kimberley’s journey from teaching to authoring is nothing short of a fairy tale itself. (Submitted photo)

The teacher has taken her decade of teaching experience and channelled it into a children’s book, which she hopes will spark a love of reading and adventure.

Somerset Council to approve 49 redundancies as part of £40m savings plan

By Laura Linham

15th May 2024 | Local News

These planned redundancies are the first wave in a broader strategy to decrease the council’s operational costs. .

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Godney Gathering

By Laura Linham

14th May 2024 | Local News

What can you see and do at the Godney Gathering? (All photos: Godney Gathering)

Discover the 2024 Godney Gathering: Lineups, tickets, and essential festival information. .

King Charles III to continue as patron of Wells Cathedral School

By Guest

14th May 2024 | Local News

Photograph: Hugo Burnand/Royal Household 2024/Cabinet Office

"We are especially proud to retain this historic link to royalty and His Majesty's personal long-standing association with us from his time as Prince of Wales,".

Meat Loaf tribute night set to rock Wells as Studio24 hosts high-energy event

By Laura Linham

14th May 2024 | Local News

Terry Nash as Meat Loaf (photo: Studio24)

The event lineup at Studio24 continues to impress, with future events including a silent disco at the end of the month and a nostalgic 80s, 90s, and 00s night.

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