Claire Louise Care – Community Engagement Coordinator with local charity Reminiscence Learning – has written this special feature. A dementia inclusive Wellington – why it matters to all of us You may have heard people talking about Reminiscence Learning’s vision for a Dementia Inclusive Community in Wellington. But what does that actually mean? And why …
Transition Town Wellington (TTW) have been granted charity status by the Charity Commission. The environmental organisation greeted the news as follows … “Those of us at the last monthly meeting were very excited to hear that TTW is now a CHARITY. Here we are celebrating with TTW apple juice! “We are now visible on the …
Another big crowd is expected on Sunday for the latest free concert from the Friends of Wellington Park. The entertainment will be provided by Bird Dogs who made a successful park debut last year with their mix of music (picture above). They will be performing from 2.30pm and, as usual, there will be some covered …
Somerset Council has published proposed changes to the maximum fares that hackney carriage taxis can charge – and you can have your say. Hackney carriage fares are calculated using an electronic meter installed in the vehicle. As the licensing authority, Somerset Council has the power to set the maximum fares which can be charged through …
Somerset Council is marking Rural Housing Week by highlighting the importance of affordable homes in helping rural communities across the county thrive. Rural Housing Week, led by the National Housing Federation, celebrates the role affordable housing plays in supporting people to stay close to family, work and local support networks in rural areas. According to the 2011 census, …
A pioneering cancer initiative from Somerset NHS Foundation Trust has been recognised on the national stage after being shortlisted for a prestigious Nursing Times Award. The trust’s faster diagnosis cancer nurses have been named as finalists in the Ingrid Fuchs Cancer Nursing Award category, in recognition of their work transforming how patients access life-saving diagnostics. …
There were some special feathered guests at the first formal meeting of the recently-formed Monumental Women of Wellington (WOW). Here is their full report … Joint club coordinators Karen Janas and Rachel Ellins introduced themselves and the rest of the committee and then warmly welcomed all the members present, faces both familiar and new. Meetings …
On a bright and sunny morning, the ladies from North Petherton Bowling Club came to Wellington to play three triples games. They came hoping for a win but the Wellington sides were too good on the day, taking a victory on all three rinks. Liz May, Janet Moore and Pauline Wadham were 5–1 down early …
Wellington AFC’s United U13s celebrated the end of their first 11-a-side season with a day out to Footgolf on the Exe followed by an awards evening at the club. Manager Steve Newstead said: “The boys showed great improvement which will hopefully put them in good stead as their games move to Sundays as U14s. “We …
Somerset Council has set out the next steps in its plans to strengthen support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The council’s Executive Committee discussed the Somerset SEND Reform Plan this week ahead of the deadline for local areas to submit their proposals in response to the Government’s national …
An update on activities at the Kings Arms Community Hub has been provided by Laura Batcha, Community Development Officer of Wellington Town Council. Thrive Talking Café – Evening Sessions Life can sometimes feel overwhelming, whether that’s due to parenting pressures, caring responsibilities, money worries, loneliness, housing concerns or simply having too much going on. We’re …
