Stories for 16 November 2005

Angling

Richards victorious by an ounce

THERE was success for Talisman star Neil Richards when he won the Angling Times (upper Thames Division) fourth round on the Kennet and Avon Canal on Sunday, pegged at Brimslade.   more...

Cricket

Swindon get their season back on track

A 13-RUN victory saw Swindon 1st get their season back on track. Andy Staff's unbeaten 25 helped Swindon to 95-4 as they bowled out Asians for 82. Jas Chahal was in fine form for Asians scoring 42.   more...

Football

Ground down

PHIL Corcoran bagged a hat-trick as County Ground sent Pewsey Saints packing 7-0 in the first round of the Swindon Sunday League's Knockout Cup.   more...

Southbrook crash as Baize go goal crazy

ZURICH upset Swindon & District League leaders Southbrook with a 2-1 victory at the weekend.   more...

Tim is the late hero

A close-range header from Tim Thurston two minutes from time gave last year's runners-up Faringdon Town a 2-1 home win over Harwell International and moved them into mid-table in Division One of the North Berks League.   more...

Classy Badgers all over the Hill!

SWINDON Badgers strengthened their grip on the Wiltshire County Women's and Girls League Under 14 11-a-side Division with a 13-1 demolition of rock-bottom Derry Hill United.   more...

Stars take challenge

Swindon Town stars Jack Smith and Kyle Lapham joined more than 60 budding footballers in a `Beat the Goalie' competition, run by Bryant Homes at its Steeple Chase development.   more...

New leaders tame Panthers

NORTH WILTS & DISTRICT YOUTH & MINOR LEAGUE: Chippenham Wanderers were victorious at North Swindon Panthers in what was a top-of-the-table under 18 Division clash.   more...

Fisher pins his hopes on a derby success

JOHN Fisher is pinning his hopes on a derby victory to ensure Highworth's latest drama doesn't turn into another crisis.   more...

Ciren crash out of the Trophy

CIRENCESTER crashed out of the FA Trophy last night, losing 4-3 at home to Banbury in extra-time.   more...

Giantkillers Avon back in business

CHIPPENHAM & DISTRICT SUNDAY LEAGUE: After two weeks of atrocious weather conditions, which caused havoc with the fixtures of the Auto Business Solutions Chippenham Sunday League there was a collective sigh of relief as the rain abated.   more...

Brunel Boys hit five to stay on top

BRUNEL Boys maintained their winning ways by beating Cricklade Youth 5-2. Gavin Lloyd and Jamie Hamill put Brunel Boys 2-0 up but Cricklade soon hit back to make it 2-1.   more...

News

A democratic right to smoke

I AM writing this letter as part of a campaign to bring to the attention of the general public how they are being lied to by Her Majesty's Government.   more...

Look at the brownfield sites first

A FEW words to David Smith, when he speaks of "triumph of local democracy over big business" in his letter published November 8.   more...

Go back to school and listen

I WRITE in response to the article Hopes fade for Salt Way School. I am a parent of two children at Windmill Hill School which also faces closure.   more...

A newt's tale

OH, the trials and tribulations of being a Great Crested Newt.   more...

Save this site

COUNCILLOR Thompson is right to support building a university in Swindon but this needs to be located somewhere other than is currently planned.   more...

Healthy profit

WHEN talking of deficits in the balance of payments one must remember that industry represents only 25 per cent of our GDP of which manufacturing is 16.6 per cent, agriculture is one per cent and services 75 per cent.   more...

Thanks for tea

WE would like to thank and congratulate Swindon people who have taken part in Epilepsy Action's National Tea Break.   more...

What you think of 50 promises

Artist's impression of what the new library could look likeCOUNCIL pledges to regenerate the town centre, build a new central library and improve social services should be a priority according to Swindon residents.   more...

Pensioners want council tax scrapped

FURIOUS Swindon pensioners have petitioned Parliament to demand ministers scrap the "unfair" and "inflation-busting" council tax.   more...

Variety is the spice of life for theatre

NEXT year's programme at the Wyvern Theatre prom-ises an array of star-studded West End productions, com-edy clubs and tributes to idols.   more...

Tots set to row, row, row their boat

Matthew Ferris, Joshua Mooney and Oliver Crook pictured in the boat Picture Ref: 100230-25CHILDREN at a Wroughton nursery have been messing around in a boat after a generous donation from a Swindon sailing club.   more...

GWH health and safety is rewarded

John O'Donnell, Neil Sutherland, Sarah Dennis, the trust's deputy health and safety adviser, and general manager Colin Norman Picture Ref: 100207-19SWINDON ...AND PROUD OF IT: SWINDON'S Great Western Hospital has been recognised by the Prime Minister, winning a prestigious safety award for the second time in three years.   more...

Chance to own bit of wind farm

PEOPLE are being invited to own a piece of a wind farm.   more...

Christmas volunteers are needed

THE people of Swindon are being asked to show some goodwill this Christmas and help out those in need.   more...

Burglar could escape prison

A BURGLAR who raided 25 homes and businesses across Swindon has been told he may escape a jail term.   more...

Lessons need to be learnt

A MINISTER vowed to make domestic violence a much higher priority after hearing an emotional appeal by a Swindon man whose sister was shot dead by her husband.   more...

Veterinary aid for dogs with homeless owners

HOMELESS dog owners in Swindon are being urged to get involved in a scheme to help their pets.   more...

Canal section is nearly restored

THE final work has begun on the renewal of a section of canal in North Swindon.   more...

Youngest drink driver features in book

THE story of Britain's youngest drink-driver has made it to the pages of a book dedicated to Christmas stories.   more...

Air your views

WAYS to make Moredon roads safer will be discussed at two public consultations.   more...

Your chance to give someone a happy Christmas

THE Salvation Army in Wiltshire is gearing up for the UK's biggest Christmas gift appeal with ITV's This Morning show and high street chemist Superdrug.   more...

Get crafty with a festive event

VISITORS to Lower Shaw Farm will have a chance to get creative next month.   more...

Swindon's first lecher is featured in new film

THE sex and scandal-filled life of a member of Swindon's Lydiard House family will come to life on the big screen this week.   more...

Husband quizzed after mum of three is murdered

MURDER LATEST: POLICE are today questioning the husband of 25-year-old mother of three Julie Butcher after she was found murdered in her Chiseldon home.   more...

Concern at plan for super force

Attending the meeting, from left, police authority member Coun Brian Ford, divisional commander Andrew Tatam and assistant chief constable Peter Vaughan Ref: 100236-6THERE are fears if Wiltshire Constabulary is merged with other forces then people in Swindon will suffer.   more...

College lecturers to walk out in pay dispute

STAFF at both of Swindon's colleges will walk out today in a pay dispute.   more...

Memorial to years of caring

David Lomax with his sculpture The Amphora and the Shell Picture Ref: 100222-1PROSPECT Hospice celebrated its 25th anniversary yesterday with the unveiling of a commemorative sculpture.   more...

Veterans' fury over cash theft

Robin Sheppard, the chairman of Highworth Royal British Legion Picture Ref: 100220-59WAR veterans say thieves who stole a poppy collection box have insulted the memory of those who fought for their freedom.   more...

Bikers' plea to help sick kids

Dave Carver, from Pinkertons Motorycle Club Picture Ref: 100225-50A CHRISTMAS tradition that brings some festive cheer to sick children has suffered a setback.   more...

We'll be there for the bear

Emma Sheppard with tickets for The Big Party she is raffling for Children in Need Picture Ref: 100224-15PEOPLE in Swindon have been getting into the spirit of Children in Need well in advance of the main events on Friday.   more...

`I faced mugger who held knife'

Mark Hicks Picture Ref: 100235-28MARK Hicks faced down a beggar who pulled a knife on him after he refused to give any spare change.   more...

Concern over super force plan

Attending the meeting, from left, police authority member Coun Brian Ford, divisional commander Andrew Tatam and assistant chief constable Peter Vaughan Ref: 100236-6THERE are fears if Wiltshire Constabulary is merged with other forces then people will suffer.   more...

Today's day to to ask for rise

IF you need a pay rise today is the day to ask.   more...

Lizard kings are selling out of their skins

Picture Ref: 100166-1THE OWNERS of a shop selling exotic pets say their business has filled a niche in Swindon.   more...

Bank turns to Islam for insurance deals

HIGH street bank HSBC has become the first British bank to offer Islamic Insurance.   more...

Robin flies west

NATWEST has appointed a new regional managing director for the south west.   more...

We fear for our jobs

BRITISH workers are among the least secure in their jobs.   more...

Halcrow's human side

WROUGHTON engineering firm, Halcrow has been named as a finalist in this year's Employer of the Year Awards.   more...

Air your views

WAYS to make Moredon roads safer will be discussed at two public consultations.   more...

Your chance to give someone a happy Christmas

THE Salvation Army in Wiltshire is gearing up for the UK's biggest Christmas gift appeal with ITV's This Morning show and high street chemist Superdrug.   more...

Rugby

Promising show for Marine

SUPERMARINE under eights turned on their best performance of the season against Minchinhampton.   more...

Deadly Dyer

Minety 2nd staged a second-half comeback for the second week running to beat Trowbridge 3rd 20-15 in Dorset & Wilts Three North.   more...

Neil's double drives Hornets out of the cup

NEIL Jenkins' brace of tries sent Chippenham through to the semi-finals of the Bristol Combination Cup in a 24-14 win against Weston Hornets.   more...

Sport

Treble bid!

BANISHING Boston United from the FA Cup is phase one of Iffy Onuora's three-pronged challenge as he fights to keep Town's season as `interesting' as possible while boosting the club's appeal to potential new signings.   more...

Salisbury Football

We must do better - Holmes' thoughts on Clevedon game

NICK Holmes confirmed he had plenty to say to his players after their less than impressive 2-1 FA Trophy win over Clevedon Town on Saturday.  more...

Junior football round-up

Salisbury under 13s enjoyed a good weekend - they maintained their lead at the top of the Testway League, beating Clarendon 4-0, while Sunday's South Wilts Youth & Badger League side reached the third round of the Wiltshire Cup by beating Green Meadow 5-1.  more...

Junior fixtures

South Wilts & Badger League fixtures for weekend of November 20  more...

Travelling to Cheshunt

Directions to The Cheshunt Stadium  more...

Eight out of eight for City ladies

SALISBURY City ladies made it eight league wins from as many starts by beating Shanklin 2-0 on the Isle of Wight on Sunday.  more...

Banbury United at home - new date

SALISBURY City's home game with Banbury United, originally scheduled for Saturday, November 26, will now take place on Tuesday, February 21 (7.45pm)due to Whites' continued involvement in the FA Trophy.  more...

Salisbury News

Mum risks jail in school travel row

A MOTHER says she is prepared to go to jail, after removing her three children from the education system in a fight to force Wiltshire county council to help her eldest get to school.  more...

Poultry keeper in avian flu scare

A SOUTH Wiltshire poultry keeper and his family were placed in strict quarantine, in the area's first suspected case of avian flu.  more...

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Businesses are recognised

CELEBRATION was in the air last Friday night, as members of the business community came together for Salisbury and district chamber of commerce and industry's annual awards dinner.  more...

More people than ever at Remembrance

LARGER than usual crowds turned out on Sunday, as south Wiltshire remembered the men and women killed in the two world wars and in the many other conflicts around the globe.  more...

Armistice Day double tribute to the fallen

ARMISTICE Day in Salisbury was this year marked by two ceremonies instead of the usual one.  more...

Funeral feud is brought to an end

SALISBURY and Fording-bridge undertakers I N Newman Ltd has emerged victorious from a bitter `what's-in-a-name' legal feud with another of the area's best known undertakers.  more...

Residents prepare to fight

A PROTEST march through the centre of Salisbury is being planned by residents in Tisbury, as opposition strengthens across south Wiltshire to proposed cuts to many rural services.  more...

  
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