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Stories for 31 January 2006

Salisbury News

'Scruffy, unkempt' doctor is struck off

A DOCTOR who turned up late for work and reeking of alcohol has been struck off by the General Medical Council. more...

Cathedral to benefit from repair grant

SALISBURY Cathedral is to get £100,000 as part of £1m-worth of grants to be awarded by English Heritage this year to cathedrals around the country. more...

Special Bold 2 In 1 Channel

Wiltshire Walks - Ramblers Association

With all the Christmas excess creating new bulges, it's a fantastic time to make a New Year's resolution and get healthy. Doctors say it doesn't even need to be all strict diets and water biscuits. more...

Wiltshire Gardens & Parks

Why not take a stroll through the snowdrops for some winter cheer? CATHERINE TURNBULL highlights three gardens. more...

Stfc Headlines

Loan ranger!

IFFY Onuora would ideally' like to add one more striker to his relegation-haunted squad after landing the signature of Loan Ranger' Trevor Benjamin. more...

Benjamin’s bid to rescue Town

HE may be without a horse called Silver, but Loan Ranger' Trevor Benjamin is hoping he can ride into the County Ground to help rescue Town's season. more...

Smith backs Trevor

PAUL Smith is tipping Trevor Benjamin to make a big impact at the County Ground after witnessing his pace and power at first hand. more...

Constable has a point to prove

JAMES Constable returns to Wiltshire this evening hoping to prove that Town missed the boat by not signing him. more...

Swindon Business Headlines

Speakers to set out the changes

THIS year will be a year of change in the childcare sector as volunteers and professionals take on board the new practices and standards brought about by the Bichard Report and the Children Act (2004). more...

Call for debate on rail ticket prices

Passenger Focus, the new independent consumer body representing rail passengers in Britain has called for a national debate on rail fares. more...

Courier firm hits on a super way to improve

Is it a bird? Is it a plane? No, it's the latest professional approach to the courier business. more...

Swindon Features Magical Days

The Perfect Image

WEDDING fever has hit the UK, with same sex ceremonies now becoming legal. Demonstrating your devotion for each other has never been a bigger event. more...

The Perfect Image

WEDDING fever has hit the UK, with same sex ceremonies now becoming legal. Demonstrating your devotion for each other has never been a bigger event. more...

Relax in style

Discover inner calm and peace through the benefits of marine salts, essential oils, lavender and holistic Thai massage techniques. more...

Marriage is the strongest bond the world has ever known.

Marriage is a bringing together. It is a bringing together of two people, of two families, or two tribes, or two villages, or even two countries. more...

Hair - Choosing an appropriate wedding day hairdo can be confusing

Since we don't usually wear our hair in an updo, it can be hard for us to choose the right hairstyle. Your stylist should be able to help you choose the right style for your face and dress. more...

Photography - Common questions

What are the advantages of hiring a professional? A professional photographer will be timely - arriving at your wedding promptly, and getting the results to you on time. more...

Hats for hire

Infant teacher Kathryn Courage has given up the classroom for the world of fashion so she can help her mother Joan Pressley run her internationally renowned hat hire business in Devizes. more...

Hats for hire

Infant teacher Kathryn Courage has given up the classroom for the world of fashion so she can help her mother Joan Pressley run her internationally renowned hat hire business in Devizes. more...

The choice just gets bigger

Special occasions demand that most special of dresses, and the beautiful collection of exclusive Bridal Gowns, Bridesmaids and Cocktail dresses at PRONUPTIA will make every girl's dream come true. more...

Harmony Brides

SINCE opening last April, Harmony Brides has gone from strength to strength, and been overwhelmed by the response from the brides of Swindon. more...

Run away to Gretna!

Gretna Green has become increasingly popular with many couples who want a romantic wedding performed over the anvil in a beautiful location. more...

Run away to Gretna!

Gretna Green has become increasingly popular with many couples who want a romantic wedding performed over the anvil in a beautiful location. more...

Destination romance

The choice for honeymoon destinations is endless now that we have the internet at our fingertips. We've chosen three of our favourites. more...

Destination romance

The choice for honeymoon destinations is endless now that we have the internet at our fingertips. We've chosen three of our favourites. more...

Countdown to the big day

PLANNING a Wedding is not something you can leave until the last minute! more...

Swindon Football

Jenkins is back to boost Collier

MARK Collier has hailed the return of Steve Jenkins as a massive boost ahead of his Supermarine side's trip to Burnham tonight. more...

Swindon Letters

Let’s help the family of thief

May I express my heartfelt sympathy for both the Rev Burles' family and the local community of Parks and East Walcot. more...

We’re not rubbish at recycling!

BEFORE making his criticisms it would have been helpful if Michael Wills MP had bothered to find out what Swindon's latest recycling figures actually are, instead of relying on out-of-date statistics. more...

Leave us this pool to exercise

ACCORDING to their website the council proposes to cut back the public opening hours at the Milton Road Health Hydro by 700 per cent, opening for just five hours every Thursday evening. more...

Justice is a joke

IN response to Mrs Lancaster's letter of Jan 16 regarding ASBOs, the very fact that the police and the council are very unwilling to do a lot because it is too much effort says a lot. more...

Think again

I am totally against the proposed cuts to Dial A Ride. I have been using this service for the 17 years out of their 20 years' existence. more...

Go by Tardis

In W Duggan's letter (Jan 14), he states that our town is becoming underdeveloped compared to others. more...

What he said

I WAS not surprised to hear that Phil Young is to stand as a Tory in the May election. With his remarkable ability to obfuscate and issue misleading remarks, he'd fit in with the Tories in the council. more...

Swindon Music

Aldbourne Band - Immanuel Church

REVIEW JANUARY 31, 2006, SWINDON: This was the Aldbourne Band's 43rd consecutive annual concert at the Immanuel Church in Upham Road, Walcot. It was also my second visit to the building in a space of two busy weeks of reviewing. more...

Aldbourne Band - Immanuel Church

Trance, the Classics 2 - Brunel Rooms

FEBRUARY 3, 2006, SWINDON: Kings of Trance Chris Agnelli and Robbie Nelson are in Swindon on Friday, bringing back Fresh to the Brunel Rooms under the Gatecrasher label. more...

Swindon News

Sums don’t add up for schools

TWO schools in Swindon are facing a cash crisis after plunging into debt. more...

Man seeks review into murders

FRANK Mullane, the Swindon man bidding for a review of the events that led to his sister and nephew's murder, is returning to court this week. more...

Warning over pickpockets

FOLLOWING a spate of thefts from handbags, police in North Wiltshire are warning shoppers to keep their wallets and purses safe. more...

‘Miracle cream’ changed my life

A GRANNY from Swindon has been cured of a skin complaint, thanks to miracle' cream. more...

Have you seen missing Laura?

POLICE are concerned for the safety of a Swindon schoolgirl has been missing from her home for nearly a week. more...

Town’s licence dodge shame

SWINDON has appeared in the TV licence dodgers League of Shame for the second year running. more...

Addict jailed for breaching order

A DRUG addict has finally been jailed after failing to do any of his 150 hours community service. more...

Joyride car hits porch where baby was playing

A FATHER has spoken of his horror after a car crashed into his porch where his one-year-old daughter had been playing minutes before. more...

Joyride car hits porch where baby was playing

A FATHER has spoken of his horror after a car crashed into his porch where his one-year-old daughter had been playing minutes before. more...

Deal to turn Locarno into flats close to being signed

A MULTI-MILLION pound deal to revamp the historic Locarno building is closer to being signed. more...

Chance to shape the new NHS

PEOPLE are being offered the opportunity to give their views on the future shape of the NHS in Swindon. more...

BNP slams teen racist

THE Swindon branch of the British National Party has condemned the teenager who daubed racist graffiti on the Broad Street mosque and the town's Sikh temple. more...

GWH budget slides £1.5m into the red

GREAT Western Hospital has warned staff that there are tough times ahead after the news that it is £1.5m in the red. more...

Pyjama party for nursery

CHILDREN at Great Western Hospital held a special birthday party in their pyjamas. more...

Pyjama party for nursery

CHILDREN at Great Western Hospital held a special birthday party in their pyjamas. more...

Burglary spree puts residents in shock

THREE elderly residents were left shocked and traumatised after being subjected to separate burglaries on Saturday evening. more...

Prayers are said for Polish victims

SWINDON'S Polish community is in mourning following the disaster in their home country. more...

Youngsters given a chance to shine

YOUNG people across Swindon are being given the chance to be a part of the biggest cultural event in the south west. more...

Pair’s pet-sitting service is taking the lead

A PET sitting service has proved to be more than just a walk in the park for a Swindon duo. more...

Herc dead honoured

RAF Lyneham remembered its ten fallen heroes with a private and simple service of remembrance yesterday. more...

Feared jet to appear at tattoo

FEARED Soviet-built jet fighters will be making an appearance at this year's Royal International Air Tattoo. more...

Attacker could still face trial

PENHILL man Michael Squire may yet face trial by jury for assaulting neighbour Clive Gowland last spring. more...

Children’s day of eastern promise

THE wonders of the Orient came to life at a Swindon pre-school as pupils celebrated Chinese New Year. more...

Train speeding before crash, says passenger

A FAMILY, injured when a miniature steam train crashed at Coate Water, say that speeding was to blame. more...

Plan for loading bay sparks row

A ROW has broken out in Cricklade over a proposal to build a loading bay outside Tesco Express in the town's High Street. more...

Chemicals to be stored are safe claims company

A chemical company says there has been wild speculation about their proposal to store chemicals at a Cricklade industrial estate. more...

Scheme to reduce motorway hold-ups delayed

A SCHEME to ease traffic delays between Swindon and South Wales has been delayed by seven years. more...

Your Views

We asked for your views after Headlands School came bottom in the country in the recent GCSE league tables more...

Disabled to get extra £300,000

DISABLED households in Swindon have been awarded nearly £300,000 for home improvements. more...

Teachers learn a lesson from trip

INDIAN schoolchildren were stunned to learn that some English pupils skip classes and do not even enjoy school. more...

Conmen in purse snatch

WILTSHIRE Police are appealing for witnesses after a pensioner had two purses stolen by thieves posing as council workers. more...

Conmen in purse snatch

WILTSHIRE Police are appealing for witnesses after a pensioner had two purses stolen by thieves posing as council workers. more...

Conmen in purse snatch

WILTSHIRE Police are appealing for witnesses after a pensioner had two purses stolen by thieves posing as council workers. more...

Brittany’s centre stage

SWORN enemies Peter Pan and Captain Hook reached a temporary truce to congratulate competition winner, Brittany Foster. more...

Taking learning to the learners

After almost two years without a principal, Swindon College are welcoming Jonquil Brooks into her new role. Education reporter Lyndsay Scanlan discovers what she'll bring to the college more...