People in Wellington can now check the strength of mobile phone coverage in their area using a new postcode checker powered by real-world data. Somerset Council has worked with mobile mapping specialist Streetwave to survey coverage from the UK’s four main mobile network operators by using equipment installed on recycling collection vehicles. Lead Member for …
Wellington Operatic Society’s autumn shows are all about music and the voices which make it work, writes Gill Paltridge. This year’s show, My Sister’s Mixtape, is no exception but it adds more; quite a bit more – in storytelling, setting, lighting and clarity and confidence in direction. The outcome is an evening of classy and wholly …
Wellington AFC’s busy run of matches continues at the Carly Press Ground tonight (Wednesday). They welcome Portishead Town in the Jewson Western League’s premier division, ko 7.45pm. It will be a tough test for the Tangerines as the visitors are third in the table but with three games in hand on both of the sides …
Developers looking to build up to 250 homes off Oldway Road have lodged an appeal against the scheme’s refusal. Earlier this year, Somerset Council turned down an application by Pegasus Planning Group for the 3.7-acre development on the Monument/southern side of the relief road. There was widespread opposition to the proposal including from the town …
Somerset County Women’s League: Wellington Wildcats Ladies 1, Bath City Women Development 6 Wellington AFC’s Wildcats Ladies faced off against Bath City Development on a cold and foggy Sunday at the Carly Press Ground. Playing downhill, Leah was bright on the left in the early exchanges using her pace and experience to find space. Keeper …
Local dementia charity Reminiscence Learning has issued an appeal to local dance professionals for a major fund-raising event. It says: “Could you help us put the strictly into Strictly Reminiscence 2027? “We’re looking for enthusiastic dance teachers and dance schools who would love to get involved in our exciting charity dance competition, taking place on …
SS Squad remain unbeaten at the top of Wellington Pool League. Steve Smith, Darren Copp and Simon Heritage won all their games in an 11-4 victory over Pocket Rockets. Hot on their heels, just two points behind, are Pot Blacks who are also unbeaten. Jack Wall potted an eight-ball clearance and Andy Dart and Ryan …
St Giles Animal Centre has taken over the Pop-Up Shop in Fore Street this week. The charity says: “We’ve got lots of fantastic bargains waiting for you, including clothing, accessories, dog items, household goods and so much more. “Best of all, 100% of every purchase goes directly towards caring for the animals at St Giles …
Woodpeckers won the top of the table clash in the Weekend Triples League at Wellington Bowling Club. They maintained their lead with a good win over Skylarks who have been overtaken in second place after Southsiders beat New Rollers. In the other match, bottom side Ninchers recorded their first victory, beating All Stars. Janet Lovell, …
Somerset Council officials will be in our town centre today (Tuesday) to answer questions on plans to spend over £1.1-million on road improvements from the Lidl/Nynehead Road roundabout towards Priory. They will be at the corner of Fore Street/South Street from noon to 4pm The council has also launched a public consultation which local people …
There are joint leaders in both divisions of Wellington Ex-Services Skittles League after the latest round of matches on Thursday and Friday. Pictured are King Pins, who are top of the Chris Bullock Championship along with All Stars. Chris Bullock Championship Mowers 344, Ex-Servicemen 360 Ex-Servicemen came away with a 16-pin victory over Mowers at …
