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Wells springs to life: A weekend of royal splendour, jazz rhythms, and career opportunities

By Laura Linham

29th Feb 2024 | Local News

Cedars Hall welcomes the Jon Lloyd Quartet on Friday night.

From the grandeur of historic coronations to the harmonious sounds of jazz, Wells invites you to a series of engaging events this weekend. .

Policing the police, TV series about Avon and Somerset has led to calls for the system to be overhauled

By Laura Linham

28th Feb 2024 | Local News

Benet Allen, Liberal Democrat candidate for Avon & Somerset Police & Crime Commissioner, image PCC election (May 2) office

Benet Allen, the Liberal Democrat candidate for Commissioner in May’s elections, said : "It’s time for change in the police.".

Wells outshines major cities as UK's top spot for relaxing log cabin retreats

By Laura Linham

28th Feb 2024 | Local News

This accolade places Wells at the heart of the country's most relaxing retreats (Image: Airbnb)

The city also secured the 10th spot on the list of most relaxing getaways, surpassing cities such as Manchester, Brighton and Edinburgh.

Wells to witness whimsical sedan chair race in charity steeplechase

By Laura Linham

28th Feb 2024 | Local News

A drawing of a sedan chair and bearers, copied from a print by W P Nimmo, Hay & Mitchell.

Join the Great Sedan Chair Steeplechase at the Rec for a dash of history, hilarity, and charity this September.

Four thousand new jobs coming to Somerset as new gigafactory near M5 confirmed

By Daniel Mumby - Local Democracy Reporter

28th Feb 2024 | Local News

Artist's impression of the Gravity Smart Campus being constructed near Bridgwater. CREDIT: Gravity

Agratas will invest £4bn in the new gigafactory, which will take up around half of the total land within the Gravity site near Bridgwater .

Wells shop thwarts burglary attempt: Police seek man with distinctive motorcycle

By Laura Linham

27th Feb 2024 | Local News

Authorities appeal for witnesses after a bold morning attempt to break into a Broad Street store is foiled by security measures.

The amazing Ohla will sing for Ukraine

By Philip Welch

27th Feb 2024 | Local News

Olha Hornykh and Tim Pitman Photo by Kevin Westwood

It will feature the amazing voice of Olha Hornykh, an Ukrainian refugee living with a West Country family.

Chisels at the Ready: Wells Stone Carving Festival rocks back after six-year break

By Laura Linham

26th Feb 2024 | Local News

Attendees can look forward to interacting with the artisans and learning about the craft (Photo: Wells Stone Carving Festival)

The festival is anticipated to draw attention not only for its celebration of stone carving but also for the community it builds among craftsmen.

Young Farmers' tractor run raises over £1,500 for mental health charity

By Laura Linham

26th Feb 2024 | Local News

The total amount raised, £1,527.35, will go a long way in supporting the ongoing efforts of Heads Up Somerset (Photo: Ben Kearle/Facebook)

The event saw an enthusiastic turnout, with between 98 and 100 tractors rumbling through the countryside in a colourful parade of agricultural might. .

Wells to gain new affordable bus routes to Bristol

By Laura Linham

26th Feb 2024 | Local News

The 376 travelling over the Mendip Hills (Image: First Bus)

The services will complement the current service 376, maintaining a half-hourly schedule between Bristol and Street, via Glastonbury and Wells. .

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