Stories for 20 March 2007

Angling

Don't be caught without a licence

THE Environment Agency has issued a reminder that existing rod licences expire at the end of March.   more...

Bowls

BOWLS: Brave Neil loses final

Westlecot's Neil Smith was beaten by an awesome performance from Nick Brett in the final of the EIBA Warner Breaks Champion of Champions competition at Gunton Hall, Lowestoft.  more...

Bradford News

Scout group's reunion plan

A SCOUT group in Bradford on Avon is planning a reunion to celebrate 100 years of scouting in the town.  more...

Chippenham News

Body Shop helps victims of domestic violence

Living with other families within a refuge is a big change, in particular when you're used to your own home.  more...

Community grants up for grabs

NEARLY £50,000 of funding is available for community projects in north Wiltshire.  more...

Latest from marathon man

Steve Hunt, is on the fourth day of his challenge to run two half marathons a day for a month and said it is tough going.  more...

Councillors under starter's orders

COUNCILLORS are under starter's orders for the local elections in north Wiltshire in May.  more...

Corsham News

Massive military plan goes on show

People in Corsham are being offered the chance to view and comment on early plans for redeveloping the Defence Communication Services Basil Hill site in the town.  more...

Devizes News

Town loses power in storm

Around 3,000 homes in Devizes were left without power after a lightning strike last night.  more...

Trevor's dun brewin

Trevor Holmes has retired from his position as brewing director at Wadworth, after 25 years with the company.  more...

Gazette Chippenham Town Fc

Knight to remember for Bluebirds

VS Rugby 0 Chippenham Town 1 Southern League, Premier Division Tuesday, March 20 Chippenham Town kept alive their slim play-off hopes tonight with a win thanks to loanee Charlie Knight.  more...

Gazette Cricket

Lewis apologises for boozing spree

Swindon bowler Jon Lewis has said sorry for his part in England the World Cup drinking scandal.  more...

Gazette Football

Mid-Wilts Youth League, March 18

U9 League cup semi final A very strong and bitter cold wind dominated all of the weekend's League Cup semi final matches at Leafy Lane on the outskirts of Corsham.  more...

Two off for Devizes reserves

Devizes Town reserves had Matt Smith and boss Matt Smith sent off in a bad-tempered game at Wroughton.  more...

Gazette Rugby

Minety show their class

Minety 2nd 24 Supermarine 2nd 17 Minety showed a clean pair of heels to Supermarine in this hard-fought encounter. The visitors relied on a forward-dominated short ball game based on set pieces and popped passes but this was not enough to beat their spirited and fast-paced opponents.  more...

Visitors are swept away

Minety 30 Frome 2nd 0 Playing in bright sunshine and a howling westerly wind, a determined Minety systematically dismantled Frome, overpowering their forwards and comprehensively containing their backs. Restricted and frustrated, Frome failed to score a single point while their hosts diligently ran in five sparkling tries.  more...

Grahamcarter

Just give me my badge (please)

First John Noakes leaves Blue Peter. Now this. Last week's revelation that Blue Peter, of all programmes, duped viewers by getting some unsuspecting kid to pose as a competition winner is the latest disappointment in a world that has slowly been going down in my estimation since 1978.  more...

Grass Up Graffiti Campaign

I'm not blame for graffiti – youth

FROM Daniel Greenwood's website you might think he is behind much of the graffiti in Swindon.  more...

Latest Jon Lewis Headlines

CRICKET: 'I'm so sorry,' says Jon

SWINDON seamer Jon Lewis insists he will "learn his lesson'' after being fined for his part in England's now-infamous boozing session at the Cricket World Cup.  more...

Marlborough News

Council leader injured in Bangkok reassures wife

It could be several days before doctors decided when the leader of Kennet District Council Chris Humphries is well enough to be flown home from Thailand where he was badly injured in a road accident on Saturday.  more...

Melksham News

Toilets could close after vandalism

A BLOCK of public toilets in Melksham could be permanently closed after becoming a constant target for vandals.  more...

New Forest News

Soldier battles cold of Canada

ALDERHOLT soldier Lance Corporal Jamie White is risking frostbitten fingers in temperatures of -40C as he helps maintain and repair the Army's vehicles on the windswept prairies of Canada.  more...

Salisbury News

Youngsters hit the high notes

MORE than 650 young performers from across the region took part in a number of events to mark this year's Salisbury Young People's Festival.  more...

Green light for new homes

A CONTROVERSIAL bid to build 156 new homes in Durrington has been given the go-ahead by Salisbury district planners.  more...

Stfc Headlines

SWINDON TOWN: Lee's loan star

LEE Peacock believes new boy Barry Corr will add a "crucial spark" to Town's promotion push despite admitting his arrival could put his own position in jeopardy.  more...

SWINDON TOWN: Boss hunts two more

PAUL Sturrock's next mobile phone bill is not going to make for pretty reading as the manager looks to complete two further deals by tomorrow night, writes JON RITSON.  more...

SWINDON TOWN: Corr insists desire is still there

ONE training session was enough to convince Barry Corr that Town still have the stomach for the automatic promotion fight.  more...

SWINDON TOWN: Sturrock on wing and a prayer

TOWN'S wingers have been forced to face the grim reality of their shocking supply stats with defender Jack Smith in pole position to be crowned the club's crossing king.  more...

SWINDON TOWN: Players get the message

THE sound of periphery penny- dropping is audible to Town boss Paul Sturrock as those wanting a place in his team step up the fight for selection.  more...

Swindon Football

Fratellos shock Zurich in Adver Cup

Last year's Advertiser Cup winners Zurich have been knocked out at the semi-final stage, outclassed by Division One side Fratellos.  more...

Stoddart's got six appeal

With AFC Classic going down at Eldene Social Club, New Century WMC became the first club this season to win honours when they claimed the Division Six crown after an 11-1 thrashing of Smart Movers, writes STEVE ASHLEY.  more...

First title is decided

THE league's first title has been decided, Cirencester Town becoming champions in Under 12 Division Two after a 4-0 win at Lydiard Youth B.  more...

Swindon General Sport

Boost for Cox

RAF Lyneham health and fitness manager Mike Cox has received a boost ahead of his triathlon campaign this year after securing sponsorship from top British team Tri UK.  more...

BASKETBALL: Heartbreak for Sonics

SWINDON Sonics' bid to make the play-offs came to an end after they suffered defeat against Division Four South Champions Southampton Trailblazers on Saturday.  more...

SWIMMING: Winter League win for Tigersharks

SWINDON Tigersharks were in tremendous form after they achieved a hat-trick of county titles.  more...

FISHING: Smith excels at Sutton Benger

LAST Wednesday was the last day of the river season and more than 40 anglers descended on the Bristol Avon at Sutton Benger to fish the last chance open match on the Isis Club water.  more...

HOCKEY: Swindon joy is Bassett's despair

Swindon Ladies won the Premier Two title and condemned opponents Wootton Bassett to relegation with a 4-1 home victory in their final league game.  more...

HOCKEY: Swindon end on a high

Swindon finished seventh in Gerrard Premier Two after a comprehensive 5-2 victory at Greendown over Truro.  more...

HOCKEY: Seconds' success

Wootton Bassett Ladies 2nd boosted their prospects of promotion to Division One when they scored a 3-2 victory away against Ross-on-Wye in their final league game of the season in Severn Division Two.  more...

Swindon Ice Hockey

ICE HOCKEY: Fiddes in play-off warning

SWINDON Wildcats' skipper Wayne Fiddes has warned their play-off rivals you underestimate us at your peril' and insists the finals weekend is the least they should be aiming for, writes ANDY CRYER.  more...

Swindon Letters

Simple truth on climate is that we are overloading the planet

I am sorry to report that your correspondent J E Plumtree appears a little confused about the role of volcanic eruptions and the effect they have on the atmosphere (Problem is, you can't tax volcanoes, Gordon, SA Letters, Tuesday, March 13).  more...

Listen to dear Mother Nature

IN the ongoing struggle of human survival and the emancipation of women, look what is occurring.  more...

Letter was really rather taxing...

I AM sorry Don Reeve (SA, Saturday, March 10) feels that he needs to have the last say on the matter of higher rates of tax on the city bonuses.  more...

How dare Labour pass on our details

NOT content with compelling us to donate our details to their new Identity Register, the Government has now admitted that it is minded to sell access to our personal records to businesses.  more...

The meaning of life explained

I received this via email and thought it explained life very well. Incidentally, I have yet to make my mind up on evolution via creation.  more...

Actor calls for help for vulnerable in Uganda

I've just returned from Northern Uganda with the British Red Cross where in vast, overcrowded and disease-ridden camps I met people who had been driven out of their homes by over 20 years of brutal and bloody civil war.  more...

Swindon Music Festival

Talented young musicians take a well-deserved bow

NOTE-PERFECT violinists were taking a bow after a day of excellent performances as part of Swindon Music Festival.  more...

Swindon News

Yobs smear dogs mess at play park

UNHYGENIC yobs smeared dog excrement over the equipment at a children's play area twice in one weekend.  more...

College gets blessing

STAFF and students united in celebration to mark the opening of one of the town's newest schools.  more...

Abandoned school is dangerous play area

CHILDREN as young as seven are risking their lives by playing in an abandoned school, according to police.  more...

Judge shows sympathy to the meat thief

A shoplifter known as the meat thief' has walked free from court after stabbing a supermarket worker with a needle.  more...

Derelict school is a death risk

CHILDREN as young as seven are risking their lives by playing in an abandoned school, according to police.  more...

Sick vandals smear dog mess at play area

UNHYGENIC yobs smeared dog excrement over the equipment at a children's play area twice in one weekend.  more...

I'm not to blame for graffiti – youth

FROM Daniel Greenwood's website you might think he is behind much of the graffiti in Swindon.  more...

Caught up in the slave trade

THE horrible reality of the slave trade was brought to life for pupils at Commonweal School.  more...

Peace protesters mark Iraq invasion anniversary

RAW memories of the 2003 invasion of Iraq were brought back as anti-war campaigners held a vigil at Swindon's Cenotaph.  more...

Fundraiser's prize bike is stolen

A SWINDON cyclist who has raised hundreds of pounds for charity has had his bike stolen from the town centre.  more...

New hopes in row over hockey pitches

CAMPAIGNERS bidding to save Greendown Community School's artificial pitch are hopeful that strict planning guidelines scupper developers' plans.  more...

Exciting St George's Day event in prospect

JAZZ, music theatre and swing will fill the main chamber of Swindon Council's offices for a special St George's Day concert.  more...

If you go down to the woods today

YOUNGSTERS swapped the warmth of their classroom for a chilly woodland to learn more about the great outdoors.  more...

Woman spat on bus driver

A WOMAN who attacked another woman three times after being refused a cigarette has been spared jail.  more...

Sprouts are losing their appeal

SPROUTS may never have topped the shopper's list of favourite items to pop in their shopping basket.  more...

Paperboy Stuart masters his balancing act

PEOPLE living in Eldene are now getting used to the sight of paperboy Stuart Heath bobbing at their letterboxes.  more...

Family pet may have been cat-napped

A FAMILY is in turmoil after receiving an electronic ransom demand for the safe return of their cat.  more...

National Trust HQ wins top award

SWINDON'S Heelis building has scooped a national award for it's green credentials.  more...

Swindon Rugby

Bassett beat Avonvale

WOOTTON Bassett under 16s battled against a bitingly cold wind to become the first team this season to beat Avonvale at home, winning 33-24.  more...

Minety win

Minety 2nds showed a clean pair of heels to their visiting counterparts from Supermarine, winning a Dorset & Wilts Three North encounter 24-17.  more...

Times Wiltshire News

City wins tourism praise

A TOURISM survey has revealed that the majority of visitors to Bath would recommend it to someone else.   more...

Support grows for canal campaign

A MAJOR milestone has been reached by campaigners seeking to restore a former waterway through the Wiltshire countryside.  more...

MP's call over war dead inquests

BRITAIN'S casualties of war are to be re-patriated to RAF Lyneham from April, it has been announced.  more...

New chairman for police authority

CHRISTOPHER Hoare started his new role as chairman of the Wiltshire Police Authority yesterday.  more...

Council to smash savings target

COUNCIL chiefs say they are on target to exceed a savings target of more than £1m.  more...

Specialist centre to be built

A SPECIALIST centre for adults with learning disabilities is to be built, thanks to a deal agreed today by The Development Trust and Wiltshire County Council.  more...

Trowbridge News

Paul wins Civic Award

COMMUNITY stalwarts were honoured at Trowbridge Town Council's annual civic dinner and dance.  more...

Pupils tackle charity challenge

STUDENTS at a Trowbridge secondary school took part in a charity challenge to help disabled young people get into sport.  more...

Warminster News

Mixed views on street trading

COUNCILLORS in Warminster have expressed mixed views over plans for a shake-up of street trading in west Wiltshire.  more...

Boys compared to Oasis brothers

TWO musical brothers from Warminster came face-to-face with Simon Cowell during an audition for a top TV talent show on Saturday.  more...

Westbury News

Budgie is flying high again

A DOG from Westbury has been named as a finalist in a national competition for the second time in less than a year.  more...

Wiltshire News

New police chairman elected

The Wiltshire Police Authority has elected Christopher Hoare as its new chairman following the retirement of Bertie Woolnough.  more...

Burglar strikes while woman sleeps on sofa

A woman burglar struck while a householder slept on a sofa.  more...

Inquest burden moved to Wiltshire

Oxfordshire is moving the strain on its inquest system is to Wiltshire following a decision to send flights carrying the bodies of fallen soldiers to RAF Lynheam instead of RAF Brize Norton.  more...

Prince Harry on the plain

Prince Harry is taking part in Army exercises on Salisbury Plain this week as he prepares for his deployment to Iraq.  more...

Boy hurt in skatepark assault

A boy was hurt after an assault by a teenager at a skatepark.  more...

New autism unit to be built

A SPECIALIST centre for adults with learning disabilities is to be built thanks to funding from The Development Trust and Wiltshire County Council.  more...

Iron man takes to the skies

IRON Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson took to the sky this afternoon to launch the 11th Kemble Air Day.  more...

Swindon Advertiser News

Family pet may have been cat-napped

A FAMILY is in turmoil after receiving an electronic ransom demand for the safe return of their cat.   more...

Caught up in the slave trade

THE horrible reality of the slave trade was brought to life for pupils at Commonweal School.   more...

National Trust HQ wins top award

SWINDON'S Heelis building has scooped a national award for it's green credentials.   more...

Fundraiser's prize bike is stolen

A SWINDON cyclist who has raised hundreds of pounds for charity has had his bike stolen from the town centre.   more...

New hopes in row over hockey pitches

CAMPAIGNERS bidding to save Greendown Community School's artificial pitch are hopeful that strict planning guidelines scupper developers' plans.   more...

Exciting St George's Day event in prospect

JAZZ, music theatre and swing will fill the main chamber of Swindon Council's offices for a special St George's Day concert.   more...

If you go down to the woods today

YOUNGSTERS swapped the warmth of their classroom for a chilly woodland to learn more about the great outdoors.   more...

Peace protesters mark Iraq invasion anniversary

RAW memories of the 2003 invasion of Iraq were brought back as anti-war campaigners held a vigil at Swindon's Cenotaph.   more...

Woman spat on bus driver

A WOMAN who attacked another woman three times after being refused a cigarette has been spared jail.   more...

Sprouts are losing their appeal

SPROUTS may never have topped the shopper's list of favourite items to pop in their shopping basket.   more...

Paperboy Stuart masters his balancing act

PEOPLE living in Eldene are now getting used to the sight of paperboy Stuart Heath bobbing at their letterboxes.   more...

Swindon Advertiser Sport

SWIMMING: Winter League win for Tigersharks

SWINDON Tigersharks were in tremendous form after they achieved a hat-trick of county titles.   more...

ICE HOCKEY: Fiddes in play-off warning

SWINDON Wildcats' skipper Wayne Fiddes has warned their play-off rivals you underestimate us at your peril' and insists the finals weekend is the least they should be aiming for, writes ANDY CRYER.   more...

FISHING: Smith excels at Sutton Benger

LAST Wednesday was the last day of the river season and more than 40 anglers descended on the Bristol Avon at Sutton Benger to fish the last chance open match on the Isis Club water.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Corr, what a good start!

BARRY Corr marked his opening match in a Town shirt with a goal tonight - then thanked boss Paul Sturrock for the chance to restart' his football career.   more...

SPEEDWAY: Moore worry for Robins

RESERVE Andrew Moore has given Robins a pre-Elite League injury scare after a weekend practice crash.   more...

ICE HOCKEY: ‘An exciting time’ for the wildcats

STEVE Nell believes Wildcats have been given the easier draw for the Premier League play-offs and is predicting an exciting few weeks ahead for Swindon Ice Hockey fan.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: ‘He reminds me of Crouch!’

PAUL Sturrock believes loan signing Barry Corr is a striker very much in the mould of England frontman Peter Crouch.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Vincent has Imps chance

DICK Mackey is "optimistic" Jamie Vincent will make Sunday's trip to Lincoln after spraining an ankle during the weekend's defeat at Grimsby.   more...

FOOTBALL: Collier on his guard

MARK Collier believes Uxbridge need a win tonight to keep their play-off dreams alive as they bid to continue their late season surge.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Lee's loan star

LEE Peacock believes new boy Barry Corr will add a "crucial spark" to Town's promotion push despite admitting his arrival could put his own position in jeopardy.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Boss hunts two more

PAUL Sturrock's next mobile phone bill is not going to make for pretty reading as the manager looks to complete two further deals by tomorrow night, writes JON RITSON.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Corr insists desire is still there

ONE training session was enough to convince Barry Corr that Town still have the stomach for the automatic promotion fight.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Sturrock on wing and a prayer

TOWN'S wingers have been forced to face the grim reality of their shocking supply stats with defender Jack Smith in pole position to be crowned the club's crossing king.   more...

SWINDON TOWN: Players get the message

THE sound of periphery penny- dropping is audible to Town boss Paul Sturrock as those wanting a place in his team step up the fight for selection.   more...

HOCKEY: Swindon joy is Bassett's despair

Swindon Ladies won the Premier Two title and condemned opponents Wootton Bassett to relegation with a 4-1 home victory in their final league game.   more...

HOCKEY: Swindon end on a high

Swindon finished seventh in Gerrard Premier Two after a comprehensive 5-2 victory at Greendown over Truro.   more...

HOCKEY: Seconds' success

Wootton Bassett Ladies 2nd boosted their prospects of promotion to Division One when they scored a 3-2 victory away against Ross-on-Wye in their final league game of the season in Severn Division Two.   more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald News

Prince Harry on the plain

Prince Harry is taking part in Army exercises on Salisbury Plain this week as he prepares for his deployment to Iraq.   more...

Massive military plan goes on show

People in Corsham are being offered the chance to view and comment on early plans for redeveloping the Defence Communication Services Basil Hill site in the town.   more...

Community grants up for grabs

NEARLY £50,000 of funding is available for community projects in north Wiltshire.   more...

Judge shows sympathy to the meat thief

A shoplifter known as the meat thief' has walked free from court after stabbing a supermarket worker with a needle.   more...

New autism unit to be built

A SPECIALIST centre for adults with learning disabilities is to be built thanks to funding from The Development Trust and Wiltshire County Council.   more...

Boy hurt in skatepark assault

A boy was hurt after an assault by a teenager at a skatepark.   more...

Yobs smear dogs mess at play park

UNHYGENIC yobs smeared dog excrement over the equipment at a children's play area twice in one weekend.   more...

Iron man takes to the skies

IRON Maiden frontman Bruce Dickinson took to the sky this afternoon to launch the 11th Kemble Air Day.   more...

College gets blessing

STAFF and students united in celebration to mark the opening of one of the town's newest schools.   more...

Abandoned school is dangerous play area

CHILDREN as young as seven are risking their lives by playing in an abandoned school, according to police.   more...

New police chairman elected

The Wiltshire Police Authority has elected Christopher Hoare as its new chairman following the retirement of Bertie Woolnough.   more...

Latest from marathon man

Steve Hunt, is on the fourth day of his challenge to run two half marathons a day for a month and said it is tough going.   more...

Burglar strikes while woman sleeps on sofa

A woman burglar struck while a householder slept on a sofa.   more...

Body Shop helps victims of domestic violence

Living with other families within a refuge is a big change, in particular when you're used to your own home.   more...

Inquest burden moved to Wiltshire

Oxfordshire is moving the strain on its inquest system is to Wiltshire following a decision to send flights carrying the bodies of fallen soldiers to RAF Lynheam instead of RAF Brize Norton.   more...

Town loses power in storm

Around 3,000 homes in Devizes were left without power after a lightning strike last night.   more...

Council leader injured in Bangkok reassures wife

It could be several days before doctors decided when the leader of Kennet District Council Chris Humphries is well enough to be flown home from Thailand where he was badly injured in a road accident on Saturday.   more...

Trevor's dun brewin

Trevor Holmes has retired from his position as brewing director at Wadworth, after 25 years with the company.   more...

The Wiltshire Gazette And Herald Sport

Lewis apologises for boozing spree

Swindon bowler Jon Lewis has said sorry for his part in England the World Cup drinking scandal.   more...

Mid-Wilts Youth League, March 18

U9 League cup semi final   more...

Minety show their class

Minety 2nd 24   more...

Visitors are swept away

Minety 30   more...

Two off for Devizes reserves

Devizes Town reserves had Matt Smith and boss Matt Smith sent off in a bad-tempered game at Wroughton.   more...

Wiltshire Times News

Budgie is flying high again

A DOG from Westbury has been named as a finalist in a national competition for the second time in less than a year.   more...

Scout group's reunion plan

A SCOUT group in Bradford on Avon is planning a reunion to celebrate 100 years of scouting in the town.   more...

New call over smoke ban laws

LOCAL businesses are being urged to be prepared as from today there are just 100 days to go before Wiltshire goes smokefree.   more...

Mixed views on street trading

COUNCILLORS in Warminster have expressed mixed views over plans for a shake-up of street trading in west Wiltshire.   more...

Councillors under starter's orders

COUNCILLORS are under starter's orders for the local elections in north Wiltshire in May.   more...

Specialist centre to be built

A SPECIALIST centre for adults with learning disabilities is to be built, thanks to a deal agreed today by The Development Trust and Wiltshire County Council.   more...

New chairman for police authority

CHRISTOPHER Hoare started his new role as chairman of the Wiltshire Police Authority yesterday.   more...

Dad says thanks for daughter's care

A FATHER-OF-TWO is running the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday to raise money for the hospital which treated his daughter.   more...

Boys compared to Oasis brothers

TWO musical brothers from Warminster came face-to-face with Simon Cowell during an audition for a top TV talent show on Saturday.   more...

Paul wins Civic Award

COMMUNITY stalwarts were honoured at Trowbridge Town Council's annual civic dinner and dance.   more...

Police op targets fine dodgers

FINE dodgers were dealt with on their own doorsteps in a successful trial operation involving one of the new neighbourhood policing teams.   more...

Traffic fears over supermarket plan

PLANS to build a new supermarket in Westbury have hit a hurdle after councillors raised fears it could lead to traffic chaos.   more...

Council to smash savings target

COUNCIL chiefs say they are on target to exceed a savings target of more than £1m.   more...

Pupils tackle charity challenge

STUDENTS at a Trowbridge secondary school took part in a charity challenge to help disabled young people get into sport.   more...

Nurses safe despite hospital closures

NO nurses or clinical staff will be made redundant as a result of closing community hospitals and axing beds, Wiltshire Primary Care Trust has said.   more...

Toilets could close after vandalism

A BLOCK of public toilets in Melksham could be permanently closed after becoming a constant target for vandals.   more...

MP's call over war dead inquests

BRITAIN'S casualties of war are to be re-patriated to RAF Lyneham from April, it has been announced.   more...

Anger over damaged postboxes

USERS of three vandalised post boxes in Trowbridge have reacted angrily to news they might be removed permanently.   more...

Councillor returns to Lib Dems

AN independent town councillor in Warminster has rejoined his former party in the run-up to the May 3 local elections.   more...

Wiltshire Times Sport

Lewis sorry for drinking spree

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