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The search is on for twelve new volunteers at The Bishop’s Palace in Wells

By Guest

20th Feb 2024 | Local News

Volunteers at The Bishop's Palace, Wells

If you can spare 2-4 hours every week or so and would like to welcome visitors or be a guide, then The Bishop’s Palace would love to hear from you. .

Somerset braced for heavy showers with Met Office issuing 12-hour weather warning

By Laura Linham

20th Feb 2024 | Local News

Forecasters are predicting an intense deluge to sweep across the area in the early hours of Wednesday. (Photo: Street Fire Station)

This forecast comes after a particularly wet weekend that saw flooding in Croscombe and has already heightened concerns over rising river levels.

Wells features on list of the UK's 'most depressing' places

By Laura Linham

20th Feb 2024 | Local News

Wells can console itself knowing that it has bagged several accolades that highlight its unique blend of charm and accessibility.

The rankings have sparked a mix of reactions, with some residents and visitors puzzled by their inclusion.

Croscombe villagers call for action after second flood in six weeks

By Laura Linham

19th Feb 2024 | Local News

Emergency services in Croscombe over the weekend: (Credit: Jo Szymkow/Facebook)

Residents in Croscombe are facing further disruption as their homes and businesses have flooded for the second time in a matter of weeks. .

Wells boasts two of the South West's cosiest pubs, The Fountain and The Sheppey

By Laura Linham

19th Feb 2024 | Local News

The Fountain Inn and The Sheppey, have been named among the cosiest in the South West, according to a survey focusing on pub-goers' reviews.

'Sister Act' set to dazzle at Wells Little Theatre

By Laura Linham

19th Feb 2024 | Local News

Sister Act is an answer to your prayers for a night filled with laughter, music, and maybe a miracle or two.

This spirited production promises to turn the convent upside down and leave audiences rejoicing.

Census reveals dramatic shifts in Mendip's demographic landscape

By Laura Linham

16th Feb 2024 | Local News

This growth brings the total population to nearly 120,000, a 6.2% rise from the 109,300 recorded in 2011.

Somerset faces decline in fully trained GPs, challenging government recruitment goals

By Laura Linham

16th Feb 2024 | Local News

This downward trend emerges in the wake of the government's 2019 manifesto commitment to recruit an additional 6,000 GPs by 2025

According to the latest figures, Somerset witnessed a slight decrease in its count of full-time-equivalent, fully trained GPs.

Wells parents urged to update children's MMR vaccinations amid measles spike

By Laura Linham

16th Feb 2024 | Local News

Urgent call for parents to update children's MMR vaccinations after outbreak warning.

Scientists have shown how measles causes long-term damage to the immune system, leaving people vulnerable to other infections.

From finance to radiography: Lucie’s apprenticeship journey in Somerset

By Issued on Behalf of Somerset Council

15th Feb 2024 | Local News

Lucie Armson left a career in finance, image Somerset NHS Foundation Trust

Lucie began her apprenticeship at Musgrove Park, where she’s based in the hospital’s radiology department four days a week, with one day for study leave.

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