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Stories for 18 September 2007

Angling

Record fifth title for Scotthorne

ALTHOUGH England failed for the first time for some years to land a team medal in the World Championships fished in Hungary last week, team member Alan Scotthorne made history by winning the individual title for a record fifth time.  more...

Carp galore at Newton Park Lake

RECENT good catches at Newton Park Lake have been inspiring Bathampton Club members to make regular visits as there are few better venues when it is on form.  more...

Calne News

Tube worker in dock over £37k theft

A London underground worker from Calne has appeared in court accused of stealing more than £37,000 in three months.  more...

Chippenham News

Green festival targeting families

Children and families are the theme for this year's Colerne Sustainability Festival which takes place on Sunday.  more...

Drug addict escapes jail for second time

A heroin addict found with thousands of pounds worth of drugs hidden in her deep freeze may escape jail for a second time.  more...

Addict kept drugs in deep freeze

A HEROIN addict found with thousands of pounds worth of drugs hidden in her deep freeze may escape jail for a second time.  more...

Chippenham Sunday League News

Bremhill View collect Team of the Week award

MANAGER Martin Belcher has collected the Wiltshire Times and Chippenham News-sponsored Team of the Week award for September 9, 2007, on behalf of his Bremhill View Social Club team.  more...

Corsham News

Villagers to host eco-festival

A FESTIVAL aimed at promoting a green lifestyle is set to take place in Colerne this weekend.  more...

Try out a new sport

SPORTS stars will be making their way to Corsham on Saturday to give demonstrations and lessons to children.  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Crimestoppers Funday

The excitement is all too much for Wilbur (20619/20)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Wilbur giving out autographs much to amusement of William Smith from Bath (20619/21)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Crowds reaching for the stars at the Crimestoppers funday (20619/18)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Close encounter as Ben Mills meets fans from the crowd (20619/15)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

B Kay and Kazz with Ben Mills at the Crimestoppers family funday (20619/1)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Crowds flock around Stonefoxx as they sign autographs (20619/3)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Ben Mills performing on stage with his backing group (20619/6)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Wiltshire Times mascot Wilbur with West Country actor and singer Darren John (20619/7)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

B Kay and Kazz with Chantelle Newlove (20619/8)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Eton Road star Danny Morris arrives in style while shooting his own home video (20619/9)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Eton Road fans welcome the stars to the Crimestoppers funday (20619/10)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Sergeant Steve Cox gets a dusting down from Betty and Shelley from the Light Sponge Street Theatre (20619/11)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Girls in pink are Emma Seekings, Rosie Howard and Georgia Preston who are waiting for the stars autographs at the gates (20619/13)   more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Amy Griffin with Eton Road star David Heath (20619/14)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Meeting Liberty X star Michelle Heaton are competition winners Leah Wiltshire, Hollie Wiltshire and Lizzie Howell from Bradford on Avon (20619/26)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Competition winner Leah Wiltshire meets Liberty X star Michelle Heaton (20619/27)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Laura Jackson from North Bradley and Rhiain from Warminster meet David Heath and Danny Morris from Eton Road (20619/29)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Catching up with the entertainment are Special Constable Bill Kingsmill, PCSO Gaynor Bake, Special Constable Derek Flexer and PCSO Sarah Hardwidge (20619/34)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Phil Parker with his Russian doll stall (20619/37)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Damian Scott with Bubbles the monkey. He was a huge hit with the crowd (20619/40)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Lisa Scott-Lee performing on stage (20619/43)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Liberty X (2061944)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Liberty X on stage for the last time (20619/48)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Ben Mills on stage (20619/52)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Liz McClarnon on stage (20619/59)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Eton roads David Heath (20619/60)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Eton roads Danny Morris (20619/61)  more...

Crimestoppers Funday

Group huddles for Liberty X before going on stage for the last time (20619/68)  more...

Devizes News

Cash boost for meadow project

The Le Marchant Barracks Community Group has received a Wessex Watermark Award and a cheque for £250 to continue creating a Wildflower Meadow.  more...

Gazette Chippenham Town Fc

Chippenham Town 2 Beaconsfield 0

FA Cup second qualifying round Chippenham Town cruised into the next round of the cup with a comfortable win, although they made the 272 spectators who braved the cold at Hardenhuish Park wait until the 82nd minute to make the game safe.  more...

Gazette Film Reviews

Death Proof (18)

Originally released in April as one half of the ill-fated Grindhouse double-bill (paired with Robert Rodriguez's Planet Terror), Quentin Tarantino's fifth film revs up as a stand-alone thriller, replete with an additional 25 minutes .  more...

A Mighty Heart (15)

George W Bush's so-called war on terror will ultimately be won or lost in the media.  more...

I Now Pronounce You Chuck And Larry (12A)

In the supposedly enlightened and tolerant 21st century, it's staggering this should ever see the light of day.  more...

Evening (12A)

Some of the finest actresses working today join forces for Lajos Koltai's saccharine familial drama, based on the popular novel by Susan Minot.  more...

Gazette Football

Holiday robs Bassett of talisman for tonight's cup replay

Manager Paul Burke is confident his Wootton Bassett side can cope with the loss of talisman Matty Bennett to claim another FA Cup scalp at Rylands Way tonight.  more...

Gazette General Sport

Robins rev their way into grand final

Swindon Robins 50 Peterborough Panthers 42 Charlie Gjedde proved the darling of Blunsdon once more as he stamped Robins' ticket to the Elite League Grand Final last night - but the Great Dane himself heaped praise on guest rider Davey Watt.  more...

Richardson almost missed big night

Stand-in skipper Richardson revealed just how close he was to ruling himself out of Robins' play-off challenge after leading his side's charge into the Grand Final last night.  more...

Delight for Robins as they make final

Swindon Robins are two matches away from ending 40 years of hurt after booking their place in the Elite League Grand Final last night.  more...

Gazette Swindon Town Fc

Showdown meeting for Sturrock

Swindon Town boss Paul Sturrock should tonight get the clarity over how the new management structure at the County Ground is likely to work alongside new general manager Jose Veiga and sporting director Rufus Brevett.  more...

Corr looks forward to return

Injured striker Barry Corr says new forwards Billy Paynter and Simon Cox canget the goals to lift Town up the table but is warning he will soon be back fighting for his place.  more...

Grahamcarter

Weighing up the pros and cons

It probably escaped most people, but for me the most interesting news story of the past week was all about metrication.  more...

New Forest News

Panel investigates hidden hate crime

RACIST, homophobic, and disability and religiously motivated crimes are to be put under the spotlight in a bid to encourage more victims to come forward.  more...

Salisbury City Fc News

No injury problems for Holmes

SALISBURY City boss Nick Holmes has no injury problems ahead of this evening's Blue Square Premier match with Stafford Rangers.  more...

Ask Tommy!

TOMMY Widdrington takes over as the guest host of this month's Ask Nick! website feature.  more...

Whites start as firm favourites

INDEPENDENT Bookmakers have made Salisbury City firm favourites for tonight's Blue Square Premier game against Stafford Rangers at the Raymond McEnhill Stadium (kick off 7.45pm).  more...

Holmes taking nothing for granted

NICK Holmes accepts that supporters will be expecting Salisbury City to land six points from their next two Blue Square Premier matches at home to Stafford Rangers (tonight) and Northwich Victoria on Saturday.  more...

Team news - Darrell returns

DARRELL Clarke is recalled to the Salisbury City line up for this evening's Blue Square Premier match with Stafford Rangers.  more...

Marvin puts City in front

MARVIN Brown netted his third goal in as many games to give Salisbury City the lead in tonight's Blue Square Premier match at home Stafford Rangers.  more...

City lead at the break

MARVIN Brown's stunning 29th minute strike has given Salisbury City a half-time 1-0 lead in tonight's Blue Square Premier match at home to Stafford Rangers.  more...

Whites win 1-0

MARVIN Brown's first half goal earned Salisbury City all three points in tonight's Blue Square Premier game with strugglers Stafford Rangers.  more...

Salisbury News

Crackdown on persistent offenders

WILTSHIRE Police are stepping up their efforts to catch persistent offenders to reduce crime across the county.  more...

Push for a parish council

PRESSURE is growing for Salisbury to have its own parish council if a court battle to prevent the setting up of a new unitary authority for the whole of Wiltshire ends in failure.  more...

Stfc News Headlines

Summit meeting today as Town brush off Sturrock 'links'

PAUL Sturrock should tonight get the "clarity'' he desires over how the new management structure at the County Ground is likely to work when he meets new general manager Jose Veiga and sporting director Rufus Brevett.  more...

Don't you forget about me - Corr

BARRY Corr is backing new strike force Billy Paynter and Simon Cox to grab the goals to ignite Town's League One challenge, but has urged supporters not to forget his name as he continues his recovery from a back injury.  more...

Swindon Football

North Wilts Youth League Cup: Greenmeadow cruise through

Under 13 After an even first half at Highworth, Greenmeadow took control after the interval to win 4-0, with goals from Tom Swindall (2), Liam Jones and Karl Lewington.  more...

Swindon Sunday League: Lee's seven in rout

LEE Stoddard hit the net seven times for New Century WMC in their 13-0 demolition of Deers Leap to go joint top of Division 5, writes STEVE ASHLEY.  more...

North Berks League: First point for Shrivenham

A Neil Sutton screamer helped Shrivenham A to their first Division 2 point of the season in a 3-3 draw with Coleshill United Reserves.  more...

Swindon & District League: Champions off to flier

League champions Queensfield kick-started their season with a fine 6-0 win against North Swindon WMC. Scorers were Declan King, Harding and pairs apiece for Remain and McDonough.  more...

North Wilts Youth League: Another hat-trick for hot Adam

ADAM Clarke grabbed his third hat-trick in as many games as Liden Community ran out comfortable winners in their under 12 Division Two game against Fairford.  more...

Football: Town ladies see red

SWINDON Town Ladies suffered a 5-2 league defeat at Reading after having a player sent off early in the game.  more...

Football: Eley free-kick sparks Spifires' success

SWINDON Spitfires secured their second win of the season with a 5-0 thumping of Bradford Town in the South West Combination Women's Football League.  more...

FA Cup: Burke set to go Large

PAUL Burke is confident his Wootton Bassett side can cope with the loss of talisman Matty Bennett to claim another FA Cup scalp at Rylands Way tonight.  more...

Swindon General Sport

Peewees target national glory

SWINDON Skater Hockey Club's under 12 Peewees team qualified for the national championship with a 13-5 win at Farnborough against Sutton Vipers.  more...

Headache for triathlete Fisher

TALENTED endurance athlete Alex Fisher faces a dilemma over which discipline to choose after storming to victory at the recent London Duathlon, writes GARETH MOORHOUSE.  more...

Swindon Letters

British are all mixed up – that’s why we’re so great

THE question of what does or does not constitute Britishness has been asked numerous times in recent weeks.  more...

Pubs should still be for men to smoke in

WHAT a diabolical law - no smoking in pubs! Restaurants, fair enough, but not pubs.  more...

Language test won’t help us

TO all those who are concerned about the endless and uncontrolled immigration into our overcrowded island, the Government is introducing a scheme that only people with a good command of the English language may enter as an immigrant.  more...

A fun day out

May I thank Sue and Annette from Toothill Lunch Club for a lovely day out. A good time was had by all.  more...

Loved hotel must be saved for us all

DUE to the passionate feedback of deep concern, following my letter, that was published (SA, September 6), concerning the sad demise of The Goddard Arms Hotel, I would like to share with you some views and anxieties that have been expressed to me.  more...

Swindon News

Schools planned for population boom

Eleven new primary schools have been earmarked for the town to cater for Swindon's expected population boom.  more...

Man in court for assaulting best friend

A man who who broke his best friend's cheekbone in a drunken assault has walked free from court.  more...

Porsche owner fined for careless driving

A Porsche driver who undertook a motorcycle which went on to crash on a busy dual carriageway has been fined £500.  more...

Man attacked in street

A man was left bruised after three robbers attacked him and stole his property.  more...

200 more jobs at society

Nationwide Building Society has today announced it is creating 200 extra jobs in its Swindon call centre.  more...

Farmers urge walkers to take care

FARMERS around Swindon are urging ramblers to stay away from their livestock in the wake of the foot and mouth scare.  more...

A year on and Lorna's parents are haunted by memories of teenager

WHEN people ask Julie Gibbison how she is feeling a year on from the death of her daughter, she smiles and says she is doing okay.  more...

Adver comment . . . Family grief deepened by delay

A YEAR on from the death of Lorna Gibbison, the true depth of her family's torment is unfathomable to all but those who have suffered in a similar way.  more...

11 new primary schools wanted

ELEVEN new primary schools have been earmarked for the town to cater for Swindon's expected population boom.  more...

Man attacked in street

A MAN was left bruised after three robbers attacked him and stole his property.  more...

Hospice service appoints new team leader

THE new Prospect@Home service is a step closer to its launch with the appointment of its team leader.  more...

'Please get on your bikes'

ACTIVE Swindon is urging people to saddle up for their forthcoming bike ride in a last-ditch attempt to entice more cyclists to join in.  more...

Asian ladybird hits native species

AN INVASIVE Asian ladybird has arrived in Swindon this summer, scientists have revealed.  more...

Drawing on a blank canvas

A MULTI-PURPOSE gallery and affordable studios were among the potential projects discussed at a meeting of the town's arts groups.  more...

Let your feet do the work

COMMUTERS across the town have been challenged to leave their cars at home and walk or cycle to work.  more...

Children brush up on their teeth cleaning

KEEPING a clean pair of gnashers is an important life skill that can only be learned by constant repetition.  more...

Half-marathon will boost leisure centre's coffers

RUNNERS will come from as far away as North Yorkshire to take part in the Cricklade Half- Marathon next month.  more...

Comment... Another success story

NATIONWIDE'S announcement that it is to bring 600 new jobs here by 2010 is proof positive that the Swindon success story continues.  more...

Comment... A selfless act

AT 90 years old and with a serious illness, most of us could be forgiven for thinking only of ourselves.  more...

Man broke friend's cheekbone

A MAN who left one of his best friends with a broken cheekbone in a drunken assault has walked free from court.  more...

Inspectors heap praise on school

HOLY Family Catholic Primary School has continued its climb up the school performance ladder after earning praise from government inspectors.  more...

Beryl is taking it all in her stride

BERYL Ashe is 90 years old, living with pancreatic cancer and is visited by nurses on a regular basis.  more...

Call centre to bring in 600 jobs

A NEW call centre will be opened by Nationwide at Windmill Hill Business Park, creating 200 extra jobs in Swindon.  more...

New home found for our history

HUNDREDS of thousands of documents charting the history of Swindon are being dusted down and prepared for a new lease of life.  more...

Pensioner takes a stand over council tax

PENSIONER Bill Puffett would sooner go to prison than pay a fine - after failing to pay his council tax on time.  more...

Swindon Rugby

Rugby: Bassett Colts ease to win

WOOTTON Bassett Colts cruised to a 39-10 home victory over Frome at their Under 18s Dorset and Wilts fixture at the weekend.  more...

Swindon Speedway

SPEEDWAY: Worth the wait

Only the Bees stand in way of Robins and first title in 40 years  more...

SPEEDWAY: ‘That's Watt I call a good guest!'

Hero Gjedde pays tribute to Adams’ replacement as Swindon book showdown with Coventry  more...

SPEEDWAY: No pain, no gain

But Richardson admits injury was close to ruling him out of play-offs  more...

Times Football

Sheriton makes Badgers Hill exit

FROME Town midfielder Rob Sheriton has rejoined Toolstation League First Division side Keynsham Town after being released by the Robins.  more...

Times General Sport

Robins through to grand final

SPEEDWAY: Swindon Robins 50, Peterborough Panthers 42. Roared on by a large Blunsdon attendance, the Robins emphatically defeated reigning the Elite League Champions, Peterborough, last night to secure a route into the grand final.  more...

Double triumph for Trowbridge Snooker Club

POOL: The Trowbridge Snooker Club A team have completed the double in the Trowbridge Pool League.  more...

Shadwell bowled over by England call-up

BOWLS player Graham Shadwell is celebrating after being told he will represent England at next year's World Championships in New Zealand.  more...

Times Wiltshire News

Web comments to be reinstated

FROM today the Wiltshire Times and Chippenham News will once again be allowing readers to make comments on selected stories featuring on our website.  more...

Ferraris to compete in Longleat race

FERRARIS and Porsches will be just some of the cars taking part in a thrilling race at Longleat this weekend.  more...

Quakers to mark outreach week

A CEILIDH is being held in Bradford on Avon as part of the Quaker Outreach Week, which begins this Saturday.  more...

Trace your ancestors

WORKSHOPS teaching local people how to trace their family history are taking place in Chippenham, Corsham and Box.  more...

Tube worker on fraud charges

A LONDON underground worker from Calne has appeared in court accused of stealing more than £37,000 in three months.  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Trowbridge Carnival

Tracey Pullan puts the finishing touches to Sue Gold-Allen as they prepare for the Bear Belly Dancers by Castle Cary Comedians Carnival Club (20661/1)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Peter Spearpoint with the Camel made by his wife Jean for the Beer Belly Dancers entry (20661/2)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Exterminate.... Staverton's Bradley Keane with his Dalek he made for the carnival (20661/3)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Sally Taylor from Trowbridge with another outstanding entry as a Rhinestone Cowboy (20661/5)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Once a Guide leader herself, Averil Beresford of Trowbridge displays a 100 years of Scouting in her entry for the carnival (20661/6)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Keeping up with the times is Joe Wilkinson of Trowbridge as Lewis Hamilton (20661/7)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Dynamik Youth Theatre from Trowbridge with their entry as Dynamik fancy with Emma Holmes leading the pack (20661/8)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Ben Keane of Staverton with Thomas the Tank Engine made for his carnival entry (20661/9)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Chris Connolly from the Enspired Salisbury Carnival Club with their Fire and Ice entry (20661/10)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Celebrating their 1st Birthday is the West Wilts branch of the National Autistic Society with a float full of colour (20661/11)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Sue Warder with the Studley Green Youth Club entry (20661/12)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

A colourful entry from North Bradley's Oval racers. In the picture are Jodie, John, Jeff and Adam Marshall (20661/13)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

A first time entry for the Starburstz Academy of Trowbridge with Sophie Rose and Kez Hopper leading the way (20661/14)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Foxy ladies Deanna Spencer and Sue Bowen in their colourful costumes (20661/15)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Country gentleman Paddy O'Shea is a regular entrant at the Trowbridge carnival (20661/17)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Getting sporty are TAFF (Trowbridge Annual Festival of Fun) of Court Mills Trowbridge (20661/18)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Steeple Ashton fun loving duo are Michaela Seymour as an Indian Girl and Charlene Beer as a Wadworth 6X can (20661/19)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

A tiny entrant for this year's carnival is two year old Billie on his combine harvester entry Boy2 (20661/20)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

And teddy comes too.... Martin Robins with his Jaguar trike with Jordan the bear (20661/21)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Your money or your life. Wessex Mead Rotary members as official collectors dressed as pirates (20661/22)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Clowning around are Daisy Delight, Jeremy and Simon the Stilt walkers and Jolly Joe from Table Top Circus (20661/23)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Stepping out in style are the Samba Band from Devizes (20661/24)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Leo the Lion with Lions Club members collecting at Trowbridge Carnival (20661/25)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

The Shaftesbury entry groove with the Grandparents (20661/26)   more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Steeple Ashton's Cathy Lazarus as the Joker (20661/27)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

World Liberty entry from Alex, 11 (20661/28)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

An explosive entry from Jack Spencer and Dave Bowing (20661/29)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

The Cary Comedians entry as the Beer Belly Dancers (20661/30)   more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Status Crow from Bromham (20661/31)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Southern Cross Charities' entry for the Trowbridge carnival (20661/32)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

The Magnificent men and their flying machine. Georgia, 5, goes wing walking (20661/33)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

A fabulous Las Vegas entry from Hot Rock of Gillingham (20661/34)  more...

Trowbridge Carnival

Check mate. An entry from Bourton for the Trowbridge carnival (20661/36)  more...

Trowbridge News

Farmers turn back the clock

A GROUP of farmers dressed up in traditional costumes for a special ride in a tractor and trailer at the weekend.  more...

Champion to attend charity ball

JOCKEY Bob Champion will be the guest speaker at the first Lady in Red charity ball being held at the Civic Hall in Trowbridge later this month.  more...

Police hunt for bag thief

POLICE want information from the public about a bag snatch that took place in Fore Street, Trowbridge, yesterday.  more...

Trowbridge Pool League Presentation Night

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Treasurer Barry Moss (left) presents retiring league secretary Paul Doolan with a plaque to thank him for his eight years' service (33512/1)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Top scorer Mike Eddy presents Debbie Wickham, from Stepping Stones, with a cheque for £172, the proceeds of the league's charity 8 ball compettion (33512/2)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Matt Hulbert, of The Dursley Arms, winner of the Landlords' Cup (33512/3)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Doubles plate winners Karl Baker and Jason Pike, of the Greyhound A team (33512/4)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Division One and Knockout Cup winners, the Snooker Club A team (33512/6)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Helen Olding of The Lamb, winner of the ladies' knockout cup and the prize for most Division One wins in the ladies' section (33512/7)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Division Two winners, The Longs Arms (33512/8)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Division Three winners, The Lamb A (33512/9)  more...

Trowbridge Pool League presentation night

Mike Eddy with the Captains' Cup and the trophy for most league wins in Division One (33512/10)  more...

Warminster News

School celebrates 300th anniversary

WARMINSTER School celebrated its 300th anniversary today with the unveiling of a lectern made of olive ash wood from the Longleat estate.  more...

Badminton tribute to paramedic

MORE than 100 badminton players of all ages and abilities turned out for a charity event held in memory of a popular Warminster paramedic.  more...

Westbury News

Operation Hollywood

ROCK band The Operation are pursuing their ultimate dream after travelling from west Wiltshire to Hollywood.  more...

Residents to be quizzed on boy racers

RESIDENTS in Westbury Leigh calling for the closure of a road to stop boy racers speeding through the village will be asked to fill in a questionnaire giving their views on the proposal.  more...

Council backs affordable homes

PLANS to build more affordable homes in Westbury moved a step closer on last night after councillors backed three developments.  more...

Wiltshire News

Wiltshire's roads to be recycled

Green ethics will be applied to Wiltshire's roadworks this month as the county council trials two new systems that use existing materials to resurface a road.  more...

Exercise? We'd rather die!

Only one in three people in the region would take up more exercise if their life depended on it, a survey for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) has revealed.  more...

Could you help adoption panel?

Wiltshire County Council's adoption panel is looking for a new independent member.  more...

HEALTH CRISIS: Neighbourhood teams looking sparse

Fewer than a third of health staff due to start home caring work have signed new contracts, according to the public services union Unison.  more...

Questioning continues for murder suspect soldier

Police have been given a further 12 hours to question a soldier in connection with the death of another soldier at an Army barracks in Tidworth.  more...

College merger takes step forward

Plans to merge Wiltshire and Salisbury Colleges to create one of the top general further education institutions in the country have been initially approved.  more...

Volunteers needed

Doorway, the North Wiltshire charity for single homeless adults, is looking for volunteers.  more...

Tourism boss gets boost

A Kennet District Council worker has been elected onto the Executive Board of the Tourism Management Institute.  more...

Youth Minor League Announcements

Under 11's Preliminary County Cup Draw

As the County Cup games take place on a Sunday league games scheduled for Saturday the 13th may not be postponed  more...

Under 13's Preliminary County Cup Draw

You are reminded that county cup results must be reported to the League Fixtures Secretary. If a league game has to be postponed for a County Cup game you must submit a postponement form to the League Disciplinary Secretary and inform the League Fixtures Secretary  more...

Under 15's Preliminary County Cup Draw

You are reminded that county cup results must be reported to the League Fixtures Secretary. If a league game has to be postponed for a County Cup game you must submit a postponement form to the League Disciplinary Secretary and inform the League Fixtures Secretary.  more...

Salisbury Journal Sport

Team news - Darrell returns

DARRELL Clarke is recalled to the Salisbury City line up for this evening's Blue Square Premier match with Stafford Rangers.   more...

Marvin puts City in front

MARVIN Brown netted his third goal in as many games to give Salisbury City the lead in tonight's Blue Square Premier match at home Stafford Rangers.   more...

City lead at the break

MARVIN Brown's stunning 29th minute strike has given Salisbury City a half-time 1-0 lead in tonight's Blue Square Premier match at home to Stafford Rangers.   more...

Whites win 1-0

MARVIN Brown's first half goal earned Salisbury City all three points in tonight's Blue Square Premier game with strugglers Stafford Rangers.   more...

No injury problems for Holmes

SALISBURY City boss Nick Holmes has no injury problems ahead of this evening's Blue Square Premier match with Stafford Rangers.   more...

Ask Tommy!

TOMMY Widdrington takes over as the guest host of this month's Ask Nick! website feature.   more...

Whites start as firm favourites

INDEPENDENT Bookmakers have made Salisbury City firm favourites for tonight's Blue Square Premier game against Stafford Rangers at the Raymond McEnhill Stadium (kick off 7.45pm).   more...

Holmes taking nothing for granted

NICK Holmes accepts that supporters will be expecting Salisbury City to land six points from their next two Blue Square Premier matches at home to Stafford Rangers (tonight) and Northwich Victoria on Saturday.   more...

Swindon Advertiser News

Man broke friend's cheekbone

A MAN who left one of his best friends with a broken cheekbone in a drunken assault has walked free from court.   more...

Farmers urge walkers to take care

FARMERS around Swindon are urging ramblers to stay away from their livestock in the wake of the foot and mouth scare.   more...

Inspectors heap praise on school

HOLY Family Catholic Primary School has continued its climb up the school performance ladder after earning praise from government inspectors.   more...

Beryl is taking it all in her stride

BERYL Ashe is 90 years old, living with pancreatic cancer and is visited by nurses on a regular basis.   more...

Call centre to bring in 600 jobs

A NEW call centre will be opened by Nationwide at Windmill Hill Business Park, creating 200 extra jobs in Swindon.   more...

New home found for our history

HUNDREDS of thousands of documents charting the history of Swindon are being dusted down and prepared for a new lease of life.   more...

Pensioner takes a stand over council tax

PENSIONER Bill Puffett would sooner go to prison than pay a fine - after failing to pay his council tax on time.   more...

Asian ladybird hits native species

AN INVASIVE Asian ladybird has arrived in Swindon this summer, scientists have revealed.   more...

Drawing on a blank canvas

A MULTI-PURPOSE gallery and affordable studios were among the potential projects discussed at a meeting of the town's arts groups.   more...

Let your feet do the work

COMMUTERS across the town have been challenged to leave their cars at home and walk or cycle to work.   more...

Children brush up on their teeth cleaning

KEEPING a clean pair of gnashers is an important life skill that can only be learned by constant repetition.   more...

Man attacked in street

A MAN was left bruised after three robbers attacked him and stole his property.   more...

Half-marathon will boost leisure centre's coffers

RUNNERS will come from as far away as North Yorkshire to take part in the Cricklade Half- Marathon next month.   more...

Hospice service appoints new team leader

THE new Prospect@Home service is a step closer to its launch with the appointment of its team leader.   more...

Comment... Another success story

NATIONWIDE'S announcement that it is to bring 600 new jobs here by 2010 is proof positive that the Swindon success story continues.   more...

Comment... A selfless act

AT 90 years old and with a serious illness, most of us could be forgiven for thinking only of ourselves.   more...

'Please get on your bikes'

ACTIVE Swindon is urging people to saddle up for their forthcoming bike ride in a last-ditch attempt to entice more cyclists to join in.   more...

Swindon Advertiser Sport

SPEEDWAY: Worth the wait

ROBINS are two matches away from ending 40 years of hurt after booking their place in the Elite League Grand Final last night.   more...

SPEEDWAY: ‘That's Watt I call a good guest!'

CHARLIE Gjedde proved the darling of Blunsdon once more as he stamped Robins' ticket to the Elite League Grand Final last night - but the Great Dane himself heaped praise on guest rider Davey Watt.   more...

SPEEDWAY: No pain, no gain

STAND-IN skipper Richardson revealed just how close he was to ruling himself out of Robins' play-off challenge after leading his side's charge into the Grand Final last night.   more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald News

Man in court for assaulting best friend

A man who who broke his best friend's cheekbone in a drunken assault has walked free from court.   more...

HEALTH CRISIS: Neighbourhood teams looking sparse

Fewer than a third of health staff due to start home caring work have signed new contracts, according to the public services union Unison.   more...

Questioning continues for murder suspect soldier

Police have been given a further 12 hours to question a soldier in connection with the death of another soldier at an Army barracks in Tidworth.   more...

Porsche owner fined for careless driving

A Porsche driver who undertook a motorcycle which went on to crash on a busy dual carriageway has been fined £500.   more...

Man attacked in street

A man was left bruised after three robbers attacked him and stole his property.   more...

Cash boost for meadow project

The Le Marchant Barracks Community Group has received a Wessex Watermark Award and a cheque for £250 to continue creating a Wildflower Meadow.   more...

Green festival targeting families

Children and families are the theme for this year's Colerne Sustainability Festival which takes place on Sunday.   more...

College merger takes step forward

Plans to merge Wiltshire and Salisbury Colleges to create one of the top general further education institutions in the country have been initially approved.   more...

Wiltshire's roads to be recycled

Green ethics will be applied to Wiltshire's roadworks this month as the county council trials two new systems that use existing materials to resurface a road.   more...

Tourism boss gets boost

A Kennet District Council worker has been elected onto the Executive Board of the Tourism Management Institute.   more...

Schools planned for population boom

Eleven new primary schools have been earmarked for the town to cater for Swindon's expected population boom.   more...

Drug addict escapes jail for second time

A heroin addict found with thousands of pounds worth of drugs hidden in her deep freeze may escape jail for a second time.   more...

200 more jobs at society

Nationwide Building Society has today announced it is creating 200 extra jobs in its Swindon call centre.   more...

Volunteers needed

Doorway, the North Wiltshire charity for single homeless adults, is looking for volunteers.   more...

Tube worker in dock over £37k theft

A London underground worker from Calne has appeared in court accused of stealing more than £37,000 in three months.   more...

Exercise? We'd rather die!

Only one in three people in the region would take up more exercise if their life depended on it, a survey for the British Heart Foundation (BHF) has revealed.   more...

Could you help adoption panel?

Wiltshire County Council's adoption panel is looking for a new independent member.   more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald Sport

Robins rev their way into grand final

Swindon Robins 50 Peterborough Panthers 42   more...

Richardson almost missed big night

Stand-in skipper Richardson revealed just how close he was to ruling himself out of Robins' play-off challenge after leading his side's charge into the Grand Final last night.   more...

Delight for Robins as they make final

Swindon Robins are two matches away from ending 40 years of hurt after booking their place in the Elite League Grand Final last night.   more...

Showdown meeting for Sturrock

Swindon Town boss Paul Sturrock should tonight get the clarity over how the new management structure at the County Ground is likely to work alongside new general manager Jose Veiga and sporting director Rufus Brevett.   more...

Chippenham Town 2 Beaconsfield 0

FA Cup second qualifying round   more...

Holiday robs Bassett of talisman for tonight's cup replay

Manager Paul Burke is confident his Wootton Bassett side can cope with the loss of talisman Matty Bennett to claim another FA Cup scalp at Rylands Way tonight.   more...

Corr looks forward to return

Injured striker Barry Corr says new forwards Billy Paynter and Simon Cox canget the goals to lift Town up the table but is warning he will soon be back fighting for his place.   more...

Wiltshire Times News

School celebrates 300th anniversary

WARMINSTER School celebrated its 300th anniversary today with the unveiling of a lectern made of olive ash wood from the Longleat estate.   more...

Police hunt for bag thief

POLICE want information from the public about a bag snatch that took place in Fore Street, Trowbridge, yesterday.   more...

Stonehenge wins TV poll

STONEHENGE has stormed to victory to win the title of UKTV History's Britain's Best Historic Site.   more...

Ferraris to compete in Longleat race

FERRARIS and Porsches will be just some of the cars taking part in a thrilling race at Longleat this weekend.   more...

Addict kept drugs in deep freeze

A HEROIN addict found with thousands of pounds worth of drugs hidden in her deep freeze may escape jail for a second time.   more...

Villagers to host eco-festival

A FESTIVAL aimed at promoting a green lifestyle is set to take place in Colerne this weekend.   more...

Council backs affordable homes

PLANS to build more affordable homes in Westbury moved a step closer on last night after councillors backed three developments.   more...

Quakers to mark outreach week

A CEILIDH is being held in Bradford on Avon as part of the Quaker Outreach Week, which begins this Saturday.   more...

Trace your ancestors

WORKSHOPS teaching local people how to trace their family history are taking place in Chippenham, Corsham and Box.   more...

Try out a new sport

SPORTS stars will be making their way to Corsham on Saturday to give demonstrations and lessons to children.   more...

Badminton tribute to paramedic

MORE than 100 badminton players of all ages and abilities turned out for a charity event held in memory of a popular Warminster paramedic.   more...

Champion to attend charity ball

JOCKEY Bob Champion will be the guest speaker at the first Lady in Red charity ball being held at the Civic Hall in Trowbridge later this month.   more...

Tube worker on fraud charges

A LONDON underground worker from Calne has appeared in court accused of stealing more than £37,000 in three months.   more...

Residents to be quizzed on boy racers

RESIDENTS in Westbury Leigh calling for the closure of a road to stop boy racers speeding through the village will be asked to fill in a questionnaire giving their views on the proposal.   more...

Police hunt tyre slasher

Police are searching for a vandal who slashed the tyres of up to eight cars at the weekend.   more...

Operation Hollywood

ROCK band The Operation are pursuing their ultimate dream after travelling from west Wiltshire to Hollywood.   more...

Wiltshire Times Sport

Robins through to grand final

Roared on by a large Blunsdon attendance, the Robins emphatically   more...

Double triumph for Trowbridge Snooker Club

The Trowbridge Snooker Club A team have completed the double in the   more...

President remembered at ‘his’ day

Members of West Wilts Golf Club turned out in force to remember their   more...

Shadwell bowled over by England call-up

BOWLS player Graham Shadwell is celebrating after being told he will   more...

  
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