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Wiltshire | Archive | 2007 | June

Stories for 15 June 2007

Angling

Make sure you have a licence

FOR the purist Friday June 16 is the start of the new fishing season for it is then that anglers can once again practice their sport on rivers and drains. more...

Anti-Bnp Rally

Anti-BNP Rally

Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones addresses the crowd more...

Anti-BNP Rally

Speeches were made throughout the event more...

Anti-BNP Rally

Protesters (l-r) Aidan Ollerhard, Gemma Dando, Stuart McAlpine, Alex Richards, Steve Fowler, Lauren McAlpine and Becky Whyte, all from Devizes more...

Anti-BNP Rally

Posters were the order of the day more...

Anti-BNP Rally

Councillor Michael Simpkins greets his supporters more...

Anti-BNP Rally

Coun Simpkins addresses the crowd more...

Anti-BNP Rally

The event attracted lots of interest more...

Anti-BNP Rally

'The Black Farmer' meets and greets more...

Anti-BNP Rally

The protester has a go on the loudspeaker more...

Bill Frindell Column

Old Trafford Notes

The Old Trafford Test was a statistician's delight as records fell or were approached. more...

Calne News

Alcohol-free zone plan for town

A designated alcohol-free zone is being introduced in Calne. more...

Depressed man missing

The search is on for a 49-year-old depressed man who has gone missing from his home near Calne. more...

Campaigns Change

Growing into a way of life

THEY have a greenhouse they didn't have to pay for, and a duck called Boysie who lays eggs on a regular basis. more...

Chippenham News

Developers botch flats plan

A housing development in Chippenham has been built too high and may have to be pulled down. more...

Tributes to popular shopkeeper

A Chippenham shopkeeper who loved to gossip with friends has died from a heart attack. more...

Rescue terrier happy to be voted top dog

The competition to find the region's best pooch has come to an end. more...

School merger set to go ahead

Wiltshire County Council's Cabinet is being asked to amalgamate Box Highlands Primary School with Corsham Primary School. more...

Burglar jailed for 'terrifying' raid

Burglar Mark Alexander has been jailed for three years and four months after he broke into a house while the female occupant slept upstairs. more...

Developer's error on flats plan

A HOUSING development in Chippenham has been built too high and may have to be pulled down. more...

Tributes to popular shopkeeper

A CHIPPENHAM shopkeeper who loved to gossip with friends has died from a heart attack. more...

Concerns for missing man

POLICE are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing 49-year-old man, who has disappeared from his home in Calne. more...

Operation targets rogue traders

ROGUE traders were the focus of a county-wide operation today as part of National Rogue Traders Day. more...

Free lunch for pupils in health drive

ONE hundred pupils at Hardenhuish School in Chippenham will be tucking into lunch for free later this month. more...

Tory leader meets Chav Meister!

COIFFERED, smooth and evasive, Conservative party leader David Cameron, visited Chippenham College today, and didn't deviate once from his trademark charm offensive. more...

Chippenham Sunday League News

Goalkeeper nets cash for charity

TROWBRIDGE Town Supporters' Club goalkeeper Robbie Newton would like to thank all those who sponsored him earlier in the year when he ran in the Bath half marathon to raise funds for national charity Asthma UK. more...

Cricket News

CRICKET:Comfortable victory in the heat

BOX 2ND XI v CORSHAM 4TH XI SATURDAY, JUNE 9th SURRIDGE WILTSHIRE COUNTY CRICKET LEAGUE DIVISION SIX Making a welcome return to Corsham colours after a five-week layoff through injury, Matt Unwin dominated the match with a century and two wickets to give Corsham 4ths a comfortable victory over Box 2nds on by far the hottest afternoon of the season to date. more...

Gazette Chippenham Town Fc

Mings ends interest in striker

Adie Mings has cooled his interest in bringing Mangotsfield United striker Robbie Claridge to Chippenham Town. more...

Gazette Film Reviews

Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer (PG)

The Fantastic Four - one of comic bookdom's coolest acts - made their big screen debut two years ago and despite the hype that preceeded it, the film was a huge let down. more...

Gazette Food And Drink

Recipe - Lamb and vegetable brochettes with mint gremolata

There's nothing like eating outdoors - it can be spontaneous, creative and casual all at the same time. more...

Gazette Football

Coleman to leave Corsham

Midfielder Frank Coleman looks to be the next player to be leaving Corsham Town but Melksham boss Kelvin Highmore says claims he has signed for them are premature. more...

Gazette General Sport

Swindon season ticket offer for Oxford fans

SPEEDWAY: Swindon Speedway has announced that season ticket holders at Oxford will have those tickets honoured for domestic fixtures at Blunsdon for the remainder of this season. more...

EQUESTRIAN:Wessex Point to Point Championships 2007

The season closed in Wessex at Larkhill on May 30 with the annual presentation of awards to be made at the Wessex Area Dinner & Dance on September 28. more...

Kats & Kits

The need for neutering

I know that I am constantly on my soapbox holding forth about the need for neutering, and I feel I am probably preaching to the converted in that anyone who reads the Kats&Kits blog, and who takes the trouble to give a kitten or a cat a good home, will do the right thing and consult the vet about neutering. more...

Keepers

Why no cricketer should go back for extras

I FIND it difficult to believe 167 extras were conceded in the third Test between England and the West Indies, a figure just six short of the Test record. more...

Test newcomer has a taste for cider

AN old Corsham team-mate of mine has been called up to the India squad for the tour of England this summer. more...

Welcome addition

I'M delighted Corsham have been able to sign up opening batsman Marinus Heyns for the rest of the season. more...

Latest Jon Lewis Headlines

Jon's up for the cup

SWINDON seamer Jon Lewis hopes to force his way back into England contention this summer with a strong showing for Gloucestershire in the Twenty20 Cup, writes GARETH MOORHOUSE. more...

Malmesbury News

Family learning event

People are invited to attend a free family learning morning to let them know about programmes starting in the Malmesbury area. more...

Marlborough News

A vintage to remember

About 10,000 took advantage of the weekend's glorious weather to flock to the Wiltshire Steam and Vintage Rally at Oare. more...

Melksham News

Rhiannon fails to become an Angel

TEENAGE singing star Rhiannon Lambert failed to reach the finals of an ITV West singing competition on Wednesday night. more...

Motorsport Latest News

MOTORSPORT:Rally team head for Sherwood Forest

The GlobalExpense Rally Team of Highworth's Shelly Taunt and co-Driver Julie Murphy will this weekend be competing in the sixth round of the BTRDA (British Trials Rally Drivers Assocciation) Championship. more...

New Forest News

Gunman was caught with his trousers down

A VERWOOD teenager who tried to rob a newsagent's at gunpoint while high on cannabis was last week sentenced to four-and-a-half years behind bars. more...

Salisbury City Fc News

Cup competition dates

SALISBURY City will enter the 2007/08 FA Cup at the fourth qualifying round stage, ties taking place on Saturday, October 27. more...

Salisbury News

Planners to give verdict on new primary

THE creation of a new "village" on the outskirts of Salisbury is set to take a step nearer reality today when planners will be asked to give the final go-ahead for a new primary school to be built at Old Sarum. more...

Party time at Amesbury Carnival

AMESBURY kicked-off this summer's carnival season on Saturday afternoon and was blessed with all the ingredients needed. more...

Gun teen fails to cut sentence

A WOODFALLS teenager who drove a 14-year-old boy around two counties while he took pot shots at car windows failed in a challenge against his sentence at London's Court of Appeal on Friday. more...

Stfc League News

Tranmere for Dennis

Leeds open their League One campaign with a trip to Tranmere, the first time the teams have met in a league match. more...

Stfc News Headlines

Parkin hopes to be fit for Town reunion

SAM Parkin is desperate to win his race against time to be fit for an early-season County Ground return and predicts Luton and Swindon will both be in the promotion shake-up come May. more...

Easton: 'Big boys won't get it their own way'

BOOKMAKERS may be predicting a Leeds United League One precession this campaign but Craig Easton has warned the division's big boys they won't get it all their own way. more...

Pook tips 'Super Sammy' to get a hero's welcome

MICHAEL Pook expects former teammate Sam Parkin to get a hero's reception' when he returns to the County Ground next season, but insists there will be no favours on the field. more...

Tuesday night in Carlisle

HARDCORE Town fans planning an away trip to Carlisle United this season face the prospect on an icy reception at Brunton Park. more...

Swindon Cricket

Skipper Beasant shoulders responsibility for Swindon

SWINDON skipper Darren Beasant could play through the pain barrier tomorrow as Swindon look to get their promotion push back on track with victory over rivals Chippenham, writes GARETH MOORHOUSE. more...

Parish prepares troops for renewed Forest fire

GOATACRE skipper Sam Parish has warned his players to "beware a Lydney backlash" tomorrow when they travel to Swan Road in the Glos/Wilts Division. more...

Swindon Eating Out

The Crown and Anchor, Ramsbury

Just as estate agents say that prospective buyers form an opinion in the first few seconds, so you get either good or bad vibes when you walk into a pub or restaurant. more...

Pub aims at family market

The Cross Keys in Rowde is to become a family friendly venue after winning a national competition. more...

Swindon News

Nine in court over hammer attack

Nine people have appeared in court for the first time in connection with the hammer attack on Ridgeway School pupil Henry Webster. more...

Adver comment... Cautionary tale

IF you are thinking of becoming a graffiti vandal, think of Sean Keenan first. more...

Heartless thief steals boy's bike

A 13-YEAR-OLD boy was pushed off his bike by a thief as he rode through a park. more...

Wait could be over to hear Locarno fate

IT has been a symbol of neglect in the heart of Old Town for years, but the Locarno building could soon be reborn. more...

Gym club petitions PM in permanent home bid

A GYMNASTICS club packed full of Olympic potential is calling on Swindon Council to give it a permanent home. more...

Growing into a way of life

THEY have a greenhouse they didn't have to pay for, and a duck called Boysie who lays eggs on a regular basis. more...

Coverage not good enough say Town fans

A DECISION to expand Brunel FM's match day commentary to a wider audience has failed to appease Swindon Town football fans. more...

Builders placed in the spotlight

ROGUE traders have been given a stern warning from the town's Trading Standards team - stay out of Swindon. more...

Town turns out for fallen soldier

AS the body of the 150th soldier to be killed in Iraq was borne the in solemn procession along Wootton Bassett High Street, residents of all ages stopped to pay their respects. more...

Adver comment . . . Let's hope for Locarno success

FEW could be more pleased than this newspaper that the Locarno may be reborn with much of its splendid structure preserved. more...

Store rumbles TV con trick

A MAN who conned Asda into giving him refunds for stolen TVs was caught out when he tried the same trick for the fourth time in 10 days. more...

Swindon Speedway

Rampant Robins tame Panthers

TOMAS Chrzanowski's incredible run of scoring continued last night at Blunsdon as Swindon Robins thrashed Peterborough Panthers in their Knock-out Cup quarter-final first leg clash. more...

Times Celebrating

BIRTH: Mason John Jefferies

THE venue of their first date led to the name of the first child for Marie Butler and Richard Jefferies. more...

BIRTH: Sophie Darlene Biddulph

DESPITE baby Sophie�s healthy weight, mum Rachel Shepperd admitted her pregnancy had not been the smoothest. more...

OBITUARY: Ms Michaela Vardy

MICHAELA Vardy, a mum-of-five from Spinners Croft, Trowbridge, died on June 5 at the age of 47 after a long battle with cancer. more...

OBITUARY: Mr Frank Finn

DEDICATED animal lover and former Navy commander Frank Finn died on June 6, aged 89. more...

OBITUARY: Mr David Edwards

MR DAVID Edwards died on June 7 at Addenbrooke�s Hospital, Cambridge, aged 42. more...

OBITUARY: Jane McCullough

THE funeral of Jane Leetham McCullough, who died in hospital on June 8, aged 77, will be held on Friday, June 22 at 2.30pm at the West Wiltshire Crematorium, Semington. more...

Times Chippenhem Town Fc

Waiting over as Mings signs four

NEW signings are proving to be like buses at Chippenham Town. more...

Times Cricket

Westbury ripped out by Elswood

WESTBURY slumped to a second league defeat of the season after being demolished by a sensational performance from Ilminster seamer Richard Elswood. more...

Skipper keeps Corsham on track

Corsham 184, Bridgwater 149 more...

Veteran Orchard puts the brakes on

Winsley 245, Hinton Charterhouse 164 more...

Rain ends victory bid

Westinghouse 151-8, Malmesbury 107-2 more...

Flynn leads Biddestone run chase

MICHAEL Flynn top scored with 79 as Biddestone chased down a South Wilts total of 189-9 to win by two wickets in Under 15s Division One of the Wiltshire Youth Cricket League. more...

Times Features Down Memory Lane

Down Memory Lane

Carol Bloor, of Trowbridge, discovered these photos among many others in her loft. more...

Then & Now – Station Road, Warminster

We move around the corner from the old post office in the Market Place for this week�s Then and Now feature on Warminster more...

Times Football

Coleman joins Corsham exodus

VETERAN midfielder Frank Coleman is leaving Corsham Town more than 20 years after making his debut for the club as a 15-year-old. more...

They think it's all over – it is now

BIDDESTONE have folded after a lack of off-field support led to the villagers failing to register for the coming season. more...

Chippenham through to finals

CHIPPENHAM Futsal Club, winners of the inaugural Wiltshire County League, competed in the first qualifying round of the FA National Futsal Cup against The Untouchables from Cornwall. more...

Times General Sport

Robins romp to Knockout Cup victory

Swindon Robins 63, Peterborough MRI Overseas Property Panthers 27 more...

Brunt wins by a whisker

AUTOCROSS: Trowbridge driver Roger Brunt has won the largest trophy of his career - and with the smallest winning margin. more...

Fun in the sun at Kwik Cricket festival

CRICKET: Youngsters from across west Wiltshire descended on Warminster and Trowbridge Cricket Clubs to battle it out in the district's Asda-sponsored Kwik Cricket competition. more...

Kids take up the challenge

ATHLETICS: Children ran, threw and jumped their way to glory in a keenly contested athletics event at Bath University. more...

Talbot races to number one spot

ATHLETICS: Sprinter Daniel Talbot smashed a record and moved to the top of the national rankings with his star performance at the Wiltshire Schools' Athletics Championship. more...

Veterans take top relay award

ATHLETICS: A relay team from Avon Valley Runners competed in the annual Man versus Horse' race on Saturday. more...

Times Two

My Wiltshire Life – Veronica Burden

VERONICA Burden, 64, is the Mayor of Warminster and is a dedicated disability rights campaigner. more...

Times Wiltshire News

96% happy with Wessex Water

NINETY-six per cent of Wessex Water customers are happy with the service they receive, according to the company's 2006/07 results which are published today. more...

County council unfazed by unitary u-turn

WILTSHIRE County Council today pledged to push on with its bid for unitary status despite losing the support of councillors in North Wiltshire last night. more...

Unitary bid 'destined to fail'

THE Leader of West Wiltshire District Council today urged the county council to withdraw its bid for unitary status "before any more time and money is wasted". more...

Trowbridge News

Cash and curry!

AS the owner of an Indian restaurant Abdul Nazir is used to receiving large takeaway orders for birthday parties. more...

Neighbours' fury over squatters

RESIDENTS on a Trowbridge street say their lives have become a misery because of squatters who have turned into the neighbours from hell. more...

Armed robbers on the run

POLICE are searching for two men who burst into a shop in Trowbridge this afternoon wearing balaclavas and wielding an axe. more...

Warminster News

Ernest beats the conmen

DISTRACTION burglars were in for a shock when they tried to con their way past 88-year-old former sergeant major Ernest Bassett. more...

Death crash biker named

A MOTORCYCLIST killed in a crash near a village south of Warminster on Wednesday has been named. more...

Wilbur

Happy Birthday

CONGRATULATIONS to our Junior of the Week Aidan Davies, of Trowbridge, who wins a £5 voucher from The Toy Shop, plus two Happy Meals from McDonald's in Trowbridge, Melksham or Chippenham. more...

Win great reads for youngsters with Wilbur

THIS week we have something especially for younger Wilbur members, with some fantastic books from Andersen Press to give away. more...

Wiltshire League Match Reports

CRICKET:

Wilcot cruised to a comfortable five-wicket win over Beehive Bradford in a Wiltshire League Divison 4 clash after a strong bowling performance skittled the visitors for just 101 inside 28 overs. more...

Wiltshire News

Inundated with entries!

The Gazette was overwhelmed by entries for our Draw Daddy competition to celebrate Father�s Day this Sunday. more...

Pensioners robbed at knifepoint in home

An elderly couple have been robbed at knifepoint in their own home. more...

Win tickets to Barbury horse trials

You can see some of Britain's top equestrian stars close up at the Barbury Castle Horse Trials next month and, thanks to the Gazette, there is a chance to go free. more...

Biker killed in crash named

A motorcyclist killed in a crash south of Warminster on Wednesday has been named as 47-year-old Adrian Jones. Mr Jones, of Aylesbury, Bucks, was riding his Suzuki Bandit 1200cc bike on the B3092 from Maiden Bradley to Frome at 10.30am when he collided with a lorry travelling in the opposite direction. The biker had been trying to overtake vehicles when, for reasons unknown, he lost control and hit the lorry. He was pronounced dead at the scene. more...

County unfazed by unitary u-turn

Wiltshire County Council today pledged to push on with its bid for unitary status despite losing the support of councillors in North Wiltshire last night. more...

Targeting rogue traders

Rogue traders were the focus of a county-wide operation today as part of National Rogue Traders Day. more...

Police helicopter searching for armed robbers

Police are searching for two men who burst into a shop in Trowbridge this afternoon wearing balaclavas and wielding an axe. more...

Wiltshire College set to merge with Salisbury

Wiltshire College and Salisbury College are proposing to merge. more...

Trio jailed for violent attack

Three men who were caught on tape attacking someone in his own home have all received lengthy jail terms. more...

Salisbury Journal News

Girl band aim for nostaligia

A NEW all girl band has been launched and is set to capture the nostalgic days of swing. more...

Meadow bailiff receives award

By Kirsty Barton more...

Mayor unveils access point for volunteers

PEOPLE living in the Durrington area who would like to do voluntary work but don't know how to go about it, now have an information point to help them. more...

Ludgershall soldiers share mine know-how

By Nigel Gillies more...

Salisbury Journal Sport

Cup competition dates

SALISBURY City will enter the 2007/08 FA Cup at the fourth qualifying round stage, ties taking place on Saturday, October 27. more...

Swindon Advertiser News

Wait could be over to hear Locarno fate

IT has been a symbol of neglect in the heart of Old Town for years, but the Locarno building could soon be reborn. more...

Growing into a way of life

THEY have a greenhouse they didn't have to pay for, and a duck called Boysie who lays eggs on a regular basis. more...

Heartless thief steals boy's bike

A 13-YEAR-OLD boy was pushed off his bike by a thief as he rode through a park. more...

Coverage not good enough say Town fans

A DECISION to expand Brunel FM's match day commentary to a wider audience has failed to appease Swindon Town football fans. more...

Builders placed in the spotlight

ROGUE traders have been given a stern warning from the town's Trading Standards team - stay out of Swindon. more...

'Blight on town' escapes jail term

A ONE-MAN crimewave, described by a judge as a blight on the town, has escaped a jail sentence. more...

Royal honours for scientists

TWO Swindon scientists have been recognised in the Queen's Birthday honours list for their contribution to the town's research councils. more...

Town turns out for fallen soldier

AS the body of the 150th soldier to be killed in Iraq was borne the in solemn procession along Wootton Bassett High Street, residents of all ages stopped to pay their respects. more...

Adver comment . . . Let's hope for Locarno success

FEW could be more pleased than this newspaper that the Locarno may be reborn with much of its splendid structure preserved. more...

Adver comment . . . A turning point?

SAT nav thief Brian Chubb says he is willing to turn over a new leaf after a prolific life of crime and he deserves the chance to try to right his wrongs. more...

Store rumbles TV con trick

A MAN who conned Asda into giving him refunds for stolen TVs was caught out when he tried the same trick for the fourth time in 10 days. more...

Gym club petitions PM in permanent home bid

A GYMNASTICS club packed full of Olympic potential is calling on Swindon Council to give it a permanent home. more...

Swindon Advertiser Sport

FOOTBALL: Deadlock over David

SUPERMARINE chairman Cliff Puffett and his Chippenham Town counterpart Sandie Webb have failed to reach agreement over the sale of winger David Pratt. more...

HORSE RACING: Sarah ends career with 33-1 winner

SARAH Bosley, former champion amateur lady rider in 2000 and 2004, showed she had not lost the knack of getting a winner home when she rode 33-1 shot Prelude to victory at Chester in the week. more...

HORSE RACING: Double-up Brian eyes Royal gold

WITH Royal Ascot getting under way on Tuesday, Manton trainer Brian Meehan must have been relieved to see his Newbury runner Shirley A Star halt a run of 57 consecutive losers by winning the maiden fillies stakes at 66-1 in the week. more...

HORSE RACING: It’s Prime time at Salisbury

TOMORROW'S racing is scheduled for Salisbury where the Wiltshire course hosts its family fun day. Folkestone begin their six-race card at 2.20pm and jumping fans are catered for at Stratford with a six-race card kicking off at 2.10pm. more...

Rampant Robins tame Panthers

TOMAS Chrzanowski's incredible run of scoring continued last night at Blunsdon as Swindon Robins thrashed Peterborough Panthers in their Knock-out Cup quarter-final first leg clash. more...

Rosco: That one is for you Swales!

ALUN Rossiter admitted victory over rivals Peterborough and team boss Trevor Swales was particularly sweet as his side closed in on silverware. more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald News

Chippenham soldier in cavalry charge

The Cavalry charging across the prairie may seem a thing of the past. more...

Inundated with entries!

The Gazette was overwhelmed by entries for our Draw Daddy competition to celebrate Father's Day this Sunday. more...

County unfazed by unitary u-turn

Wiltshire County Council today pledged to push on with its bid for unitary status despite losing the support of councillors in North Wiltshire last night. more...

Chance to cut food waste

People in Wiltshire could help save thousands of pounds in landfill tax and divert hundreds of tonnes of potentially polluting waste thanks to a new scheme being pioneered by Wiltshire County Council. more...

Depressed man missing

The search is on for a 49-year-old depressed man who has gone missing from his home near Calne. more...

School merger set to go ahead

Wiltshire County Council's Cabinet is being asked to amalgamate Box Highlands Primary School with Corsham Primary School. more...

Targeting rogue traders

Rogue traders were the focus of a county-wide operation today as part of National Rogue Traders Day. more...

Police helicopter searching for armed robbers

Police are searching for two men who burst into a shop in Trowbridge this afternoon wearing balaclavas and wielding an axe. more...

Recognition for Wiltshire’s artistic schools

Seventeen Wiltshire schools have successfully achieved a prestigious Arts Council England award. more...

Trio jailed for violent attack

Three men who were caught on tape attacking someone in his own home have all received lengthy jail terms. more...

A vintage to remember

About 10,000 took advantage of the weekend's glorious weather to flock to the Wiltshire Steam and Vintage Rally at Oare. more...

Burglar jailed for 'terrifying' raid

Burglar Mark Alexander has been jailed for three years and four months after he broke into a house while the female occupant slept upstairs. more...

Students enthused by engineering

More than 130 pupils from Greendown Community School in Swindon have taken part in the RWE npower enthuse programme. more...

Rescue terrier happy to be voted top dog

The competition to find the region's best pooch has come to an end. more...

Kennet calls for supercouncil bid to be axed

Kennet District Council claims the decision not to back the supercouncil bid by its North Wiltshire counterparts has damaged the move . more...

Win tickets to Barbury horse trials

You can see some of Britain's top equestrian stars close up at the Barbury Castle Horse Trials next month and, thanks to the Gazette, there is a chance to go free. more...

Bookshop shortlisted for retail award

The Well Wisher Bookshop in Devizes has been shortlisted for the prestigious Walker Books Children's Independent of the Year as part of this year's Bookseller Retail Awards. more...

Developers botch flats plan

A housing development in Chippenham has been built too high and may have to be pulled down. more...

Tributes to popular shopkeeper

A Chippenham shopkeeper who loved to gossip with friends has died from a heart attack. more...

Pensioners robbed at knifepoint in home

An elderly couple have been robbed at knifepoint in their own home. more...

Alcohol-free zone plan for town

A designated alcohol-free zone is being introduced in Calne. more...

Celebrations for computer success

Two hard working men are celebrating new qualifications gained thanks to homeless charity Doorway. more...

Third time lucky again for garden centre

The Whitehall Garden Centre at Lacock has won the Ruxley Rose' 2007/08 award for the Best Plant Area in the South West and Wales region for the third time in a row. more...

Nine in court over hammer attack

Nine people have appeared in court for the first time in connection with the hammer attack on Ridgeway School pupil Henry Webster. more...

Wiltshire College set to merge with Salisbury

Wiltshire College and Salisbury College are proposing to merge. more...

Brewery needs memorabilia

Wadworth Brewery is on the hunt for memorabilia to put into its new visitor centre. more...

Fundraisers hope for peak performance

Surgeon Graham Branagan has formed a team to take on the Three Peaks Challenge in aid of the Salisbury District Hospital Stars Appeal. more...

Get Wiltshire Dancing

Thanks to a £44,000 grant from Arts Council England's Grants for Arts Funding Scheme and £2,000 from Wiltshire's Local Authorities a new initiative for dance has been launched. more...

Family learning event

People are invited to attend a free family learning morning to let them know about programmes starting in the Malmesbury area. more...

Stage set for youth drama

July 6 will see the launch of Kris Kros Kidz and Kris Kros Youth, new projects for the youth of Wiltshire. more...

Old carpets and TVs put to good use

Two new schemes in Wiltshire are helping divert more rubbish from landfill into recycling. more...

Biker killed in crash named

A motorcyclist killed in a crash south of Warminster on Wednesday has been named as 47-year-old Adrian Jones. more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald Sport

Mings ends interest in striker

Adie Mings has cooled his interest in bringing Mangotsfield United striker Robbie Claridge to Chippenham Town. more...

Coleman to leave Corsham

Midfielder Frank Coleman looks to be the next player to be leaving Corsham Town but Melksham boss Kelvin Highmore says claims he has signed for them are premature. more...

Swindon season ticket offer for Oxford fans

SPEEDWAY: Swindon Speedway has announced that season ticket holders at Oxford will have those tickets honoured for domestic fixtures at Blunsdon for the remainder of this season. more...

EQUESTRIAN:Wessex Point to Point Championships 2007

The season closed in Wessex at Larkhill on May 30 with the annual presentation of awards to be made at the Wessex Area Dinner & Dance on September 28. more...

Wiltshire Times News

Armed robbers on the run

POLICE are searching for two men who burst into a shop in Trowbridge this afternoon wearing balaclavas and wielding an axe. more...

Concerns for missing man

POLICE are becoming increasingly concerned for the welfare of a missing 49-year-old man, who has disappeared from his home in Calne. more...

Death crash biker named

A MOTORCYCLIST killed in a crash near a village south of Warminster on Wednesday has been named. more...

MP's happy to be wrong!

WEST Wilts MP Dr Andrew Murrison has joined forces with Oscar-winning animated stars Wallace and Gromit to help promote Wrong Trousers Day. more...

Rhiannon fails to become an Angel

TEENAGE singing star Rhiannon Lambert failed to reach the finals of an ITV West singing competition on Wednesday night. more...

Operation targets rogue traders

ROGUE traders were the focus of a county-wide operation today as part of National Rogue Traders Day. more...

Tory leader meets Chav Meister!

COIFFERED, smooth and evasive, Conservative party leader David Cameron, visited Chippenham College today, and didn't deviate once from his trademark charm offensive. more...

Free lunch for pupils in health drive

ONE hundred pupils at Hardenhuish School in Chippenham will be tucking into lunch for free later this month. more...

Secret gardens set to open

ANOTHER secret gardens event is taking place in Bradford on Avon next weekend. more...

96% happy with Wessex Water

NINETY-six per cent of Wessex Water customers are happy with the service they receive, according to the company's 2006/07 results which are published today. more...

Could you survive the Dragon's Den?

THE hit BBC series Dragon's Den is looking for entrepreneurs from Wiltshire to take part in the fifth series of the show. more...

Unitary bid 'destined to fail'

THE Leader of West Wiltshire District Council today urged the county council to withdraw its bid for unitary status "before any more time and money is wasted". more...

Meeting called on towns' future

WITH the prospect of 10,000 more homes being built in North Wiltshire in the next 20 years, the district council is gathering the view of local people on the subject. more...

County council unfazed by unitary u-turn

WILTSHIRE County Council today pledged to push on with its bid for unitary status despite losing the support of councillors in North Wiltshire last night. more...

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