Stories for 8 November 2007

Ady Williams Column

The lads have enjoyed the gaffer's first year

SO yesterday was Paul Sturrock's first year anniversary as Swindon Town manager and I think everyone would agree it has been a great year if you look at what has happened on the pitch.  more...

Bradford News

Midnight fundraiser tops £54,000

MORE than £54,000 has been raised for Dorothy House Hospice Care in Winsley through a Midnight Walk involving 600 women.  more...

Beatrice hits the top note

A 19-YEAR-OLD cellist from Westwood has been named as the Bath Young Musician of the Year.  more...

Black Farmer forgets speech date

THE Conservative Party's A-list candidate for the new parliamentary seat of Chippenham failed to turn up to an event where he was the main speaker.  more...

Chippenham News

Lorry crash blocks road

Police are warning of massive delays on the A3102 at Lyneham because of an overturned lorry.  more...

Nursing home bosses face trial

TWO managers at a Chippenham care home for people with learning difficulties will stand trial at Swindon Crown Court accused of assaulting a 21-year-old resident.  more...

Competitions

Win a unique painting for your home

SEARCHING for that perfect piece of art to finish off your home can take time and money - so a housing developer is offering one lucky Wiltshire Times reader a unique prize.  more...

Entertainments

DJ Darren Styles headlines Hardcore music extravaganza

LAST Friday saw leading Bournemouth promoters, Destiny, team up with Stand-Out Records to bring Hardcore to Level2.   more...

Gripping production of Shakespeare's tale of the power of jealousy

SHAKESPEARE makes a welcome return to the Playhouse with Raz Shaw's gripping and beautifully paced production of this masterclass in the power of jealousy and all its machinations.   more...

Theatre grant

SALISBURY'S Studio Theatre is a step nearer to having its new theatre building finally completed, thanks to a helpful boost from the Foyle Foundation.  more...

The Creasey Collection is a jewel in the crown inspiration

"ONE of the unsung jewels of Salisbury" is how curator Peter Riley describes the Creasey Collection of contemporary art at Salisbury Library.  more...

Gazette Football

Thompson grateful for home comforts

Football: Devizes Town boss Paul Thompson believes rival teams are quaking in their boots at the prospect of facing his in-form side at Nursteed Road this season, and roared: "It's a fortress."  more...

Gazette General Sport

Fearless Cox ready to take on the world

Boxing: Jamie Cox says he is a fighter to be feared after his latest bout ended in impressive victory.  more...

Howell aims to forget shocker of a season

Golf: David Howell has given a damning assessment of his poor season -but is confident he can rediscover his form next year.  more...

Gazette Rugby

Crockett pulls back from drink drive hell

Rugby: Alex Crockett is using his year of hell as motivation to never forget his love and passion for rugby.  more...

Gazette Sport Adie Mings Column

I try to make sure every one of the boys are looked after

I'm delighted to have secured James Bittner on loan for a month from Salisbury City and it gives Chris Snoddy a well deserved break.  more...

Gazette Swindon Town Fc

Williams closes in on Robins return

Football: Ady Williams will not be handing manager Paul Sturrock any early anniversary presents despite starting training this week.  more...

Sturrock: I've taken my eye off the ball

Honest Swindon Town manager Paul Sturrock admits he has taken his eye off the ball in the midst of the club's off-the-field turmoil, and said: "I'm kicking myself."  more...

Journal Features

John rises to triple climbing challenge

Three men, three mountains and three very sick youngsters... Lesley Bates finds out what links all three  more...

Journal Football

Harry nets four as Amesbury reach next round

SUBSTITUTE Harry Beckley scored four goals as Amesbury Town's under 13s cruised into the second round of the Mid-Wilts League Cup.  more...

Injury-hit Heath are no match for Town

WIMBORNE Town inflicted Bemerton Heath Harlequins' heaviest defeat of the season at the Cuthbury on Saturday.  more...

Derby delight for Harlequins

BEMERTON Heath Harlequins bounced back from Saturday's defeat at Wimborne in style to defeat old foes Downton 3-0 on Tuesday evening in a Wessex League clash at Wick Lane.  more...

Foot's at the double for super Shrews

SHREWTON United striker Dean Foot bagged both of his side's goals in their 2-1 victory away to Shepton Mallet.  more...

Salisbury & District League update

LEE Gale was the toast of Chilworth Manor Sports as he netted five goals to help his side into the next round of the Pete Fardell Cup at the expense of Figheldean Rangers.  more...

Gino set to ring the changes

LAVERSTOCK & Ford crashed to an ignominious home defeat against strugglers Andover New Street on Saturday.  more...

Another grey day for dull Whites

HAVING made a hugely positive start to their first season in the Blue Square Premier, Salisbury City have now gone nine league and cup games without registering a victory.  more...

Spanish trip allows City to take stock of season so far

SALISBURY City's players will be heading to the sun this weekend for a four-day team-building break in eastern Spain which includes a friendly against Valencia-based Ribarroja CF.  more...

Journal Rugby

Back-to-back wins for Salisbury

SALISBURY Rugby Club has made it back-to-back wins in South West Division Two.  more...

Emily calls time on England career

SALISBURY'S women's rugby sensation Emily Cooke has played her final game for the England team.  more...

Marlborough News

Warning over theft at beauty spots

Wiltshire Police would like to issue a reminder to people to take care when parking their cars at beauty spots.  more...

US airforce staff's flying visit

Four personnel from the US Air Force (USAF) 420th Air Base Group, based at RAF Fairford, visited Marlborough Fire Station on Friday, November 2, as part of a visit to Marlborough organised by the town council. The visitors met the station commander, Keith Flippance, plus two other retained firefighters, Dan Collins and Adie Cripps, and saw first-hand the specialist equipment required to meet the demands of a modern-day fire and rescue service. They also heard about the varying nature of the work undertaken and praised the dedicated team for the commitment it showed to the community.   more...

Melksham News

Keep smiling, say 65th anniversary duo

A COUPLE who are celebrating 65 years of married life together this week say the secret to a long and happy marriage is to "keep smiling".  more...

Tributes paid to crash pensioner

TRIBUTES have been paid to a 79-year-old man from Whitley, near Melksham who died on Tuesday in an accident.  more...

Michelletompkins

It's the green dream

WELL, the wheelie bin revolution is finally upon us, and I seem to have become a bit of a demon recycler.  more...

New Forest News

Rugby star turns water baby

A NATIONAL rugby star who hung up his boots following an injury has re-emerged in the unlikely guise of the new babies' swimming coach in Fordingbridge.  more...

Avonway hit by vandals

DONATIONS have been pouring in to the Forest Journal's Keep Us Warm campaign for the Avonway Community Centre in Fordingbridge - but celebrations have been marred by the actions of vandals.  more...

Park appeal delay

A PLANNING appeal to decide the future use of Merryfield Park at Sopley has been put on hold for three months.  more...

Other Sport

Avon yields a couple of whoppers

TWO huge chub, both of which are nudging the British record, have been caught from the Hampshire Avon at Somerley.  more...

Peter Russell Column

I keep telling the players but they don't listen

Apart from Joel Petkoff our imports are honestly not really good enough and we are struggling in this part of the team.  more...

Ray Burroughs' Racing Column

Pook could conjure up a win for Magic from Rockley base

Rockley trainer Norma Pook will be looking to build on the success of her recent winner Magic Rush when she saddles Daraz Rose at Fontwell tomorrow.  more...

Robbo'S Column

We are lacking a bit of self-confidence

Football is a funny game. It was only a few weeks ago we were thrashing Gillingham 5-0 - but it can change in seconds.  more...

Salisbury Business News

George so close to landing title

FURNITURE maker, George Morgan from Downton, has narrowly missed out on being named Young Rural Entrepreneur of 2007.  more...

Care Home blooms in a garden contest

STAFF and residents of Milford House Care Home in Salisbury are feeling blooming great after winning a top award for their garden.  more...

Salisbury Children'S Page

Birthday is a piece of cake

GREETINGS Gang! I hope that you all had a safe and enjoyable Bonfire Night and had a great time watching all those exciting fireworks.  more...

Salisbury City Fc News

County cup win for City

SALISBURY City returned to winning ways with a 5-1 victory at Swindon Supermarine on Tuesday evening.  more...

Salisbury Letters

Council is committed to fighting the unitary bid

CONSERVATIVE County Councillor Julian Johnson has asked three questions about the judicial review of the government's unitary authority proposals.  more...

Salisbury News

Ambulance wait sees woman die

AN elderly woman's family has complained to NHS bosses after she died while waiting for an ambulance to arrive at her Redlynch home.  more...

Sports centre proposals need full public debate

THERE are proposals being considered regarding the future of the Brian Whitehead Sports Centre in Downton, established as a memorial to Doctor Whitehead, which I expect many of your readers and users of the centre may be unaware of.  more...

MP fears for college

FEARS have been raised for the future of Salisbury College following the resignation of principal, Gill Thompson, and January's impending merger with Chippenham-based Wiltshire College.  more...

Salisbury Rural Focus

'Turning point'

THE future of the British countryside is at a turning point according to the outgoing President of the Country Land and Business Association.  more...

Stand Point Column

How great to focus on the team

It's going to be a pleasure to write these words this week.  more...

Stars Appeal News

Spooky fundraising at Halloween party

SKELETONS, lions, and pumpkins were all spotted doing their bit for the Salisbury District Hospital Stars Appeal last week, as the children of the Leapfrog Nursery dressed up for a special Halloween fun day.  more...

Running away with a massive total

A RECORD 820 runners did their bit for the Salisbury District Hospital Stars Appeal when they completed the Tidworth ten and 3k races on Salisbury Plain on Sunday.  more...

Stfc News Headlines

Never say die!

LEE Peacock has hailed Paul Sturrock's first year at the County Ground as a pivotal time in Town's history, admitting not many managers could have filled the void left by Dennis Wise.  more...

'Give us the job': urges Corr

BARRY Corr is doing his best Boys From the Black Stuff' impression as he looks to persuade boss Paul Sturrock to start giving him a job'.  more...

Swindon Business Headlines

Check your credit cards

Nationwide Building Society has welcomed the warning by Which? about the hidden cost of adverse order of payments on credit cards. Credit card providers have for some time operated adverse order of payments without making it clear to their customers or explaining the impact.  more...

Changing the world

Entrepreneurs from across South West England will have their creative problem solving and team working challenged at the launch of this year's Enterprise Week.  more...

Shops disappointed at interest rate decision

Reacting to today's decision to leave interest rates unchanged the British Retail Consortium said the Bank of England had failed customers and retailers.  more...

Swindon Eating Out

The Linnet, Great Hinton

CUSTOMERS can be safe in the knowledge they are in for a culinary treat when visiting a pub near Trowbridge, as two of its chefs have won their way through to the finals of a national competition.  more...

Swindon General Sport

ATHLETICS: 'Let me run against the men' pleads Fairford Wendy

LET ME run against the men - that was the plea from Fairford international Wendy Nicholls after her runaway victory in the opening Oxford Cross Country League fixture, writes KEVIN FAHEY.  more...

Swindon Letters

Could canal plan be high in the sky?

Having read all the letters concerning the proposed route and the unfeasibility of the building of the canal, let me remind you of my proposal in the past of putting the canal on stilts.  more...

It’s time to dredge up some answers

MUCH has been said and written about the prospects of the construction of a canal from a point west of the town through the centre.  more...

Route of problem

REGARDING the issue of the canal through Westcott Place/Faringdon Road, there is scant information as to how traffic from the west will enter the town.  more...

Water great way to restore town pride

I HAVE read with interest recent articles regarding this project. The canal is part of our heritage and as such should be part of our town today.  more...

Questions over school funding issue

I AM baffled by recent letters from councillors Renard and Perkins which suggest that funding for Swindon's schools does not come from the Labour Government.  more...

Clamp down on mobile use

DRIVING up the hill approaching the junction between Tadpole Lane and Lady Lane, I was confronted by a utility van as it swept around the corner, well over the central white line and more on my side of the road than his.  more...

Big thanks from Cats Protection

THE members of the Swindon branch of Cats Protection wish to thank the people of Highworth who kindly donated to our street collection on October 27.  more...

Purton reunion was just picture perfect

FROM 1932 to 1946, I lived in Purton. Then, in March 1946, the family left Wiltshire to come to live on Tyneside.  more...

Swindon Motors News

City slicker

FORGET prescription drugs, or herbal remedies, if you're after something to fix a permanent smile on your face, then look no further than the small, but perfectly formed Toyota Aygo.  more...

Time change ‘will save lives’

NATIONAL road safety charity Brake is calling on drivers to slow down and look out for people on foot and bicycle as the clocks go back making evenings darker and more treacherous on our roads.  more...

Fiat 500 voted best body

THE new FIAT 500 has won the EuroCarBody 2007 award, the world's most prestigious prize for car bodies.  more...

First look at Volvo concept

VOLVO's futuristic XC60 concept, a crossover vehicle combining the all-wheel drive versatility of the Swedish firm's current XC range with the sporty looks of a sleek coupe, makes its first UK public appearance at the MPH Shows in London and Birmingham in November.   more...

Vespa’s new range of retro helmets

VESPA is celebrating the '70s, the decade that gave the world the Vespa 50 Special, with a new range of retro helmets from the era.  more...

Cooking up a storm

THE Mercedes-Benz Museum is now officially home to the "strongest artificially generated tornado in the world". The attempted record was confirmed in the presence of Guinness Book of Records representative Olaf Kuchenbecker.  more...

Ten second road test...

Citroën C5 2.2 HDi Exclusive Estate WHAT IS IT?  more...

Ten second road test...

AUDI Q7 3.6 FSI S-line WHAT IS IT?  more...

Swindon News

Star couple lend support to show choir

TWO of the biggest names in jazz are the new figureheads of Kentwood Show Choir.  more...

Art lovers are all spoilt for choice

DAVE Plotkin has got more than 3,000 works of art in his online gallery.  more...

Top Tory praises Swindon as 'model authority'

HIGH-flying Conservative MP Francis Maude has praised Swindon Council as a model authority.  more...

Police object to 5am closing time

A NIGHTCLUB wants to open longer at weekends to cope with an influx of drinkers from eastern Europe.  more...

Construction workers hit peak for Prospect

INTREPID walkers from Beard Construction have handed over the last of their sponsorship money to the Prospect Hospice in Wroughton.  more...

Long-awaited Blunsdon bypass is starting to take shape

THINGS are really starting to take shape along the new Blunsdon bypass.  more...

Fears over drugs treatment centres

SWINDON could soon have two new drug treatment centres, including a needle exchange.  more...

Shops to get the chop in regeneration plan

RUNDOWN buildings in a Swindon square and shopping precinct are to be levelled in a multi-million pound make-over.  more...

Currys raided twice in two nights

A BURGLAR smashed into an electrical store and tried to steal thousands of pounds worth of electrical goods.  more...

More parking for town centre

PARKING headaches for people living in, or close to, Swindon town centre could be solved from Monday.  more...

Ben's on the world stage

A SWINDON theatre director has been appointed to a worldwide theatrical body.  more...

Charity day celebrates Georgina's life

THE parents of an 11-year-old girl who died from a brain haemorrhage are holding a charity dinner in her memory.  more...

Youthful eyes look to the future

THE progress of Swindon's regeneration plans has been given the once over by some of the town's youngsters.  more...

Billie in running for stage award

SWINDON star Billie Piper is in the running for a top theatre award.  more...

Addict burglar jailed for public's protection

A HEROIN addict who went on a crime spree shortly after magistrates put him on a community order has been jailed for 22 months.  more...

New homes will add to flood risk – warning

BUILDING more houses in North Swindon will lead to more flooding headaches, a councillor has warned.  more...

Denise hits Outen Billie

DENISE Van Outen has criticised Swindon star Billie Piper.  more...

Miniature railway marvels to go on show

SWINDON's model railway exhibition - Modrail 2007 - will be held at Greendown School, Grange Park, this month.  more...

Times Celebrating

BIRTH: Oliver Jacob O’Gorman

HAYLEY Parker's trouble-free pregnancy did not prepare her for a difficult labour with baby Oliver Jacob.  more...

MARRIAGE: Samantha Ward & Julian Baker

Mrs Samantha Ward (nee Smith) and Mr Julian Charles Baker, pictured above, were married at St Mary the Virgin Church in Westwood, Bradford on Avon, on September 14.  more...

MARRIAGE: Maria Vaughan & Martin Rigby

Miss Maria Christine Vaughan and Mr Martin David Rigby, pictured, were married at Chippenham Register Office on September 22.  more...

OBITUARY: Mr Harry Powner

HARRY Powner, who died on November 1 aged 78, was celebrated and valued for his work with local community groups who he helped to win grants and improve their facilities.  more...

OBITUARY: Mr Ken Cross

TROWBRIDGE man Ken Cross died at home on October 19, aged 82.  more...

OBITUARY: Mr Mike Griffiths

HEALTH campaigner Mike Griffiths, 74, spent much of his life trying to improve village life in Langley Burrell and health services in Wiltshire.  more...

Times Features Down Memory Lane

Then & Now - New Inn, Warminster

We look at a premises this week that was once an inn, then a club, then a series of shops during its 300-year history.  more...

Nostalgia

Thank you to Jean Helps of Melksham for this week's trip Down Memory Lane. This time it's from the pages of the Wiltshire Times itself, from February 13, 1942.  more...

Times Football

Highmore hits out after cup exit

Melksham Town 0, Bitton 0. MELKSHAM Town were knocked out of the Les Phillips Cup by Bitton by a controversial first half penalty.  more...

Gingell happy with point at Welton

CORSHAM Town continued their recent run of good form in the Toolstation League Premier Division when they drew 0-0 away to Welton Rovers on Tuesday.  more...

Times Homes News

Dorothy House wins RIBA award for new extensions

MEMBERS of the public have voted Dorothy House their favourite new public use building in the west.  more...

Eddy tells AGM of homes vision

NEWSPAPER entrepreneur Eddy Shah was the guest speaker at West Wiltshire Housing Society's annual meeting.  more...

Go green and save money too

Builders share their top tips for warmer homes.  more...

Give your home a makeover to make money

THERE are two main reasons to renovate a property: to make money and to save money.  more...

Market survey shows trends

Owners warned to be realistic on price to sell.  more...

HIPS: All your questions answered

It's ten weeks since the introduction of Home Information Packs - initially on four bedroom homes from August 1, followed by three bedroom homes in September. And controversy about whether or not they have paralysed the housing market is as fierce as ever.  more...

Energy savings and eco-friendly features key to picking home

SAVING the planet used to be something that only concerned students and tree huggers. However over the last few years protecting the planet and the phrase carbon footprint' has made its way into our everyday lives.  more...

Times Music

Hop on the bus to support local band

TROWBRIDGE outfit Decora are delighted to have secured a date with the big London promotions company Glasswerk at Nambucca in London on November 15 - and since booking the gig they have confirmed a number of music industry schmucks (aka nice important rich people possibly wearing suits) will be turning up to watch them play.  more...

The Gig Guide

FRIDAY NOVEMBER 9 Decora, Corn Exchange, Market Plc, Devizes 8pm.  more...

Times Theatre

REVIEW: Il trovatore

Il trovatore, Bristol Hippodrome ll trovatore (The troubadour) was Verdi’s best-loved work when it was first penned in 1853 but is rarely staged these days having fallen out of favour with audiences.  more...

Times Two

My Wiltshire Life - Phil Seddon

LIFE hasn't exactly slowed down for Warminster town crier Phil Seddon, who moved to Wiltshire to enjoy his retirement nine years ago.  more...

Times Wiltshire News

NATO planes on exercise

AIRCRAFT of all NATO nations could be flying over Wiltshire next week as part of a national exercise designed to evaluate the organisation's air power.  more...

TICs celebrate 25th birthday

TOURIST information centres in Melksham and Bradford on Avon celebrated their 25th birthdays this week.  more...

Stores ready for iPhone stampede

STORES in Chippenham and Trowbridge are preparing for a stampede of customers as the Apple iPhone launches tomorrow.   more...

Big boost for Waterloo line campaign

THE announcement of the winter timetables for train services affecting west Wiltshire has brought good news for commuters.  more...

Inside this week's Wiltshire Times

THIS week's Wiltshire Times and Chippenham News is packed with news, sport and features, plus were giving away a free Stardust book for every reader.  more...

Trowbridge News

Views sought on anti-booze zones

RESIDENTS in Trowbridge are being asked to give their views on the introduction of new powers to help control the use of alcohol in public places.   more...

Rubble kids spark safety fears

TWO young boys who were captured on camera sitting on top of a mountain of rubble on a building site in Trowbridge have prompted concerns about security and safety.  more...

Reward to catch car vandals

A COUPLE who woke up one morning to find their car had been vandalised have put up a reward of £250 to help catch the culprit.  more...

Spotlight to include vets' day

TROWBRIDGE Town Council is planning to combine two summer events next year.  more...

OAPs knit for Op Christmas Child

THREE Wiltshire pensioners have made hundreds of jumpers and blankets and more than 1,000 hats and gloves, but they are still busy knitting and crocheting to bring warmth to some of the world's poorest children this Christmas.  more...

Leader hits out over car park delay

THE people of Trowbridge deserve better.   more...

Burst water main drama

A BURST water main caused havoc in a Trowbridge street yesterday.  more...

Police probe sex attack claim

A MAN is believed to have been sexually assaulted in Trowbridge last night.  more...

Woman, 23, dies after fall

A WOMAN who fell down a flight of stairs and sustained serious head injuries at the weekend has died.  more...

Woman killed in horror crash

A YOUNG woman was killed in a crash on the A366 near Trowbridge this evening.  more...

Warminster News

We want our mummies!

NORMAL lessons were abandoned for two days this week as pupils at Chapmanslade Primary School near Westbury enjoyed a range of arts activities exploring the theme of ancient Egypt.   more...

Two hurt in A36 crash

TWO vehicles crashed on the A36 at Knook near Warminster this morning.  more...

Westbury News

Fury as CCTV fails to stop break-ins

OUT of order CCTV cameras are to blame for a spate of thefts from cars parked at Westbury Train Station, a commuter has claimed.  more...

Wilbur

BIRTHDAYS!

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

Salisbury Journal Business

George so close to landing title

FURNITURE maker, George Morgan from Downton, has narrowly missed out on being named Young Rural Entrepreneur of 2007.   more...

Care Home blooms in a garden contest

STAFF and residents of Milford House Care Home in Salisbury are feeling blooming great after winning a top award for their garden.   more...

Salisbury Journal News

Sports centre proposals need full public debate

THERE are proposals being   more...

Park appeal delay

A PLANNING appeal to decide the future use of Merryfield Park at Sopley has been put on hold for three months.   more...

MP fears for college

FEARS have been raised for the future of Salisbury College following the resignation of principal, Gill Thompson, and January's impending merger with Chippenham-based Wiltshire College.   more...

Ambulance wait sees woman die

AN elderly woman's family has complained to NHS bosses after she died while waiting for an ambulance to arrive at her Redlynch home.   more...

Salisbury Journal Sport

Avon yields a couple of whoppers

TWO huge chub, both of which are nudging the British record, have been caught from the Hampshire Avon at Somerley.   more...

Back-to-back wins for Salisbury

SALISBURY Rugby Club has made it back-to-back wins in South West Division Two.   more...

Harry nets four as Amesbury reach next round

SUBSTITUTE Harry Beckley scored four goals as Amesbury Town's under 13s cruised into the second round of the Mid-Wilts League Cup.   more...

Injury-hit Heath are no match for Town

WIMBORNE Town inflicted Bemerton Heath Harlequins' heaviest defeat of the season at the Cuthbury on Saturday.   more...

Derby delight for Harlequins

BEMERTON Heath Harlequins bounced back from Saturday's defeat at Wimborne in style to defeat old foes Downton 3-0 on Tuesday evening in a Wessex League clash at Wick Lane.   more...

Foot's at the double for super Shrews

SHREWTON United striker Dean Foot bagged both of his side's goals in their 2-1 victory away to Shepton Mallet.   more...

Salisbury & District League update

LEE Gale was the toast of Chilworth Manor Sports as he netted five goals to help his side into the next round of the Pete Fardell Cup at the expense of Figheldean Rangers.   more...

Gino set to ring the changes

LAVERSTOCK & Ford crashed to an ignominious home defeat against strugglers Andover New Street on Saturday.   more...

County cup win for City

SALISBURY City returned to winning ways with a 5-1 victory at Swindon Supermarine on Tuesday evening.   more...

Another grey day for dull Whites

HAVING made a hugely positive start to their first season in the Blue Square Premier, Salisbury City have now gone nine league and cup games without registering a victory.   more...

Emily calls time on England career

SALISBURY'S women's rugby sensation Emily Cooke has played her final game for the England team.   more...

Spanish trip allows City to take stock of season so far

SALISBURY City's players will be heading to the sun this weekend for a four-day team-building break in eastern Spain which includes a friendly against Valencia-based Ribarroja CF.   more...

Swindon Advertiser Business

Changing the world

Entrepreneurs from across South West England will have their creative problem solving and team working challenged at the launch of this year's Enterprise Week.   more...

Check your credit cards

Nationwide Building Society has welcomed the warning by Which? about the hidden cost of adverse order of payments on credit cards. Credit card providers have for some time operated adverse order of payments without making it clear to their customers or explaining the impact.   more...

Shops disappointed at interest rate decision

Reacting to today's decision to leave interest rates unchanged the British Retail Consortium said the Bank of England had failed customers and retailers.   more...

Swindon Advertiser News

Billie in running for stage award

SWINDON star Billie Piper is in the running for a top theatre award.   more...

We will remember them

Here is a round-up of remembrance services taking place on Sunday, November 11.   more...

More parking for town centre

PARKING headaches for people living in, or close to, Swindon town centre could be solved from Monday.   more...

Angelo's bids to stop closure

ANGELO'S nightclub is appealing against a decision to shut it down for two months.   more...

Black bags give residents the blues

RESIDENTS in Old Town are angry that their black bin bags have gone uncollected.   more...

Denise hits Outen Billie

DENISE Van Outen has criticised Swindon star Billie Piper.   more...

Miniature railway marvels to go on show

SWINDON's model railway exhibition - Modrail 2007 - will be held at Greendown School, Grange Park, this month.   more...

Students watch horrific 'accident'

A TEENAGER'S body lies across the bonnet of a car, blood pouring from the cuts to her face and body.   more...

Currys raided twice in two nights

A BURGLAR smashed into an electrical store and tried to steal thousands of pounds worth of electrical goods.   more...

Ben's on the world stage

A SWINDON theatre director has been appointed to a worldwide theatrical body.   more...

Yobs smash trader's shop windows

TWO shop windows were smashed by yobs in a late-night attack.   more...

Addict burglar jailed for public's protection

A HEROIN addict who went on a crime spree shortly after magistrates put him on a community order has been jailed for 22 months.   more...

Neighbours shocked after attack

NEIGHBOURS of a couple who were attacked outside their own home have spoken of their shock at the brutal crime on their doorstep.   more...

Backing for chicken pox vaccine

MEDICAL staff in the town are supporting a new report that says children should be routinely vaccinated against chickenpox to prevent deaths and severe complications.   more...

Famous faces back Science Museum

MORE than 750 people have now signed up to the Swindon Science Museum's online petition - and they include celebrity supporters.   more...

New homes will add to flood risk – warning

BUILDING more houses in North Swindon will lead to more flooding headaches, a councillor has warned.   more...

Charity day celebrates Georgina's life

THE parents of an 11-year-old girl who died from a brain haemorrhage are holding a charity dinner in her memory.   more...

End in sight for parking misery

A PARKING lifeline has been thrown to residents who struggle to find a space at night.   more...

They are top of the tots

THE bounciest, most beautiful babies in Swindon have been crowned.   more...

Youthful eyes look to the future

THE progress of Swindon's regeneration plans has been given the once over by some of the town's youngsters.   more...

Police object to 5am closing time

A NIGHTCLUB wants to open longer at weekends to cope with an influx of drinkers from eastern Europe.   more...

Meet the Pets of the Week

MEET sister and brother Angel and Cena, who are looking for a loving home together.   more...

Residents urge council to bring the house down

RAISING roofs at a Swindon development could cost a company.   more...

Swindon Advertiser Sport

Confidence the key for Marine

DANNY James believes his young Supermarine side could be more than a match for any team in Dorset & Wilts One North - providing they believe in themselves.   more...

Peaple schools College in error-free game

SWINDON College manager Martin Peaple is urging his side to cut out their early mistakes tomorrow and give him an easy life away at Phoenix in Berks, Bucks & Oxon Premier.   more...

Cats swap skates for crates - of lager

HIS players may still be nursing hangovers when Wightlink Raiders visit Wiltshire tomorrow, but Peter Russell insists his Wildcats will be the toast of the town by the final buzzer.   more...

Pumas go clear at the top

PUMAS moved five points clear at the top of the Under 14 South One League with a weekend double, writes DAVE EATON.   more...

Adams mans barricades for leaders

CHIPPENHAM Town full-back Ross Adams believes tomorrow's Southern League clash with leaders Hemel Hempstead Town will be a good test of the Bluebirds' title credentials.   more...

FOOTBALL: 'Big Ron' test excites Collier

HUNTS Copse is preparing for the visit of Big Ron' Atkinson tomorrow when Supermarine host ambitious Halesowen Town.   more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald News

Warning over theft at beauty spots

Wiltshire Police would like to issue a reminder to people to take care when parking their cars at beauty spots.   more...

US airforce staff's flying visit

Four personnel from the US Air Force (USAF) 420th Air Base Group, based at RAF Fairford, visited Marlborough Fire Station on Friday, November 2, as part of a visit to Marlborough organised by the town council. The visitors met the station commander, Keith Flippance, plus two other retained firefighters, Dan Collins and Adie Cripps, and saw first-hand the specialist equipment required to meet the demands of a modern-day fire and rescue service. They also heard about the varying nature of the work undertaken and praised the dedicated team for the commitment it showed to the community.   more...

Lorry crash blocks road

Police are warning of massive delays on the A3102 at Lyneham because of an overturned lorry.   more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald Sport

Sturrock: I've taken my eye off the ball

Honest Swindon Town manager Paul Sturrock admits he has taken his eye off the ball in the midst of the club's off-the-field turmoil, and said: "I'm kicking myself."   more...

Crockett pulls back from drink drive hell

Rugby: Alex Crockett is using his year of hell as motivation to never forget his love and passion for rugby.   more...

Thompson grateful for home comforts

Football: Devizes Town boss Paul Thompson believes rival teams are quaking in their boots at the prospect of facing his in-form side at Nursteed Road this season, and roared: "It's a fortress."   more...

Fearless Cox ready to take on the world

Boxing: Jamie Cox says he is a fighter to be feared after his latest bout ended in impressive victory.   more...

Williams closes in on Robins return

Football: Ady Williams will not be handing manager Paul Sturrock any early anniversary presents despite starting training this week.   more...

Crockett pulls back from drink drive hell

Rugby: Alex Crockett is using his year of hell as motivation to never forget his love and passion for rugby.   more...

Howell aims to forget shocker of a season

Golf: David Howell has given a damning assessment of his poor season -but is confident he can rediscover his form next year.   more...

Wiltshire Times News

Bowood painting could fetch £3m

AN UNFINISHED portrait owned by the Bowood Estate is expected to fetch up to £3m when it is auctioned in London later this month.   more...

Leader hits out over car park delay

THE people of Trowbridge deserve better.   more...

Hotel cut from Mill scheme

PLANS for the redevelopment of the Kingston Mills site in the heart of Bradford on Avon have been revealed.   more...

Two hurt in A36 crash

TWO vehicles crashed on the A36 at Knook near Warminster this morning.   more...

Award won for saving rape victim

GOOD Samaritan Laura Lee has won an award for saving the life of a dog walker who had her throat slashed with a hunting knife after being raped.   more...

£30k max for unitary battle

WEST Wiltshire District Council will offer no more than £30,000 to a fellow council fighting a legal case against a unitary authority.   more...

Attacks on RUH staff fall

NEW Government statistics show a reduction in the number of physical assaults against staff at the Royal United Hospital in Bath.   more...

Burst water main drama

A BURST water main caused havoc in a Trowbridge street yesterday.   more...

Police probe sex attack claim

A MAN is believed to have been sexually assaulted in Trowbridge last night.   more...

School gears up for book week

CHILDREN at a primary school near Trowbridge will be getting into character on Friday as part of book week celebrations.   more...

Woman killed in horror crash

A YOUNG woman was killed in a crash on the A366 near Trowbridge this evening.   more...

Council upset over police closure

TOWN councillors in Trowbridge have expressed their "deep disappointment" at the closure of the police inquiry office in the town.   more...

Woman, 23, dies after fall

A WOMAN who fell down a flight of stairs and sustained serious head injuries at the weekend has died.   more...

Spotlight to include vets' day

TROWBRIDGE Town Council is planning to combine two summer events next year.   more...

Tesco Express to bring new jobs

FOURTEEN new jobs are to be created in Calne when Tesco Express opens later this month.   more...

Phyllis still the boss at 100

THREE days of celebration are planned to mark the 100th birthday of Whitehall Garden Centre director Phyllis Self, who still drives herself to work every day.   more...

OAPs knit for Op Christmas Child

THREE Wiltshire pensioners have made hundreds of jumpers and blankets and more than 1,000 hats and gloves, but they are still busy knitting and crocheting to bring warmth to some of the world's poorest children this Christmas.   more...

MS sufferer in C.diff nightmare

A MULTIPLE sclerosis sufferer who contracted the superbug Clostridium Difficile has spoken of her nightmare after it was not diagnosed for six weeks.   more...

Village pub has it covered!

STAFF at the George Inn in Lacock have been celebrating after a picture of their pub made it onto the front cover of a new guide.   more...

Schoolboy on Google shortlist

A CORSHAM schoolboy will find out this month if his design will be chosen as a new logo for internet search engine Google.   more...

Tributes paid to crash pensioner

TRIBUTES have been paid to a 79-year-old man from Whitley, near Melksham who died on Tuesday in an accident.   more...

Inside this week's Wiltshire Times

THIS week's Wiltshire Times and Chippenham News is packed with news, sport and features, plus were giving away a free Stardust book for every reader.   more...

Golf day raises nearly £6k

NEARLY £6,000 was raised for charities at a recent golf day, organised by a local firm of chartered accountants.   more...

Hospital ward gets £700k revamp

STAFF at the Royal United Hospital in Bath are celebrating Infection Control Week with the unveiling of a ward after a £700,000 revamp.   more...

Wiltshire Times Sport

Highmore hits out after cup exit

Melksham Town 0, Bitton 0   more...

Gingell happy with point at Welton

CORSHAM Town continued their recent run of good form in the Toolstation   more...

  
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