Secrets of Somerset's Abandoned Airfield That Played a Crucial Wartime Role Saturday, January 31, 2026 somerset airfield worldwarii military history secrecy infrastructure wareffort allied heritage Nestled in the heart of Somerset lies an abandoned airfield with a fascinating history that few know about. During World War II, this secretive site played a vital role in the war effort, operating under a veil of secrecy … Read More
Celebrating Joan Hawken: Glastonbury War Volunteer Veteran Turns 101 Thursday, October 2, 2025 glastonbury veteran centenarian volunteer wareffort family celebration nursinghome legacy resilience Joan Hawken, a beloved resident of St. Benedict’s Nursing Home in Glastonbury, recently marked her 101st birthday surrounded by family, friends, and devoted staff. Born Edna Joan Bailey in 1924 in Dinder near Wells, Joan’s … Read More