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Stolen goods find prompts police search for owners
POLICE are hoping to reunite stolen goods dumped in Chippenham with their owners. PC Mark Kent, of Chippenham police station, thinks many of the items may be of sentimental value. Among the collection of goods is a silver pocket watch, candle sticks,
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A sickening price for a man's life
One cannot imagine the kind of torment Carole Gait has had to endure over the last ten years. A relaxing holiday in Tenerife turned to tragedy when a cafe roof collapsed, killing her husband Edward and seriously injuring Carole. But it appears the accident
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Saddlers in top spot as they defeat the Royals
Walsall came out on top in the battle of the front runners in Nationwide Division Two, Pedro Matias and Darren Byfield getting the goals against deposed leaders Reading, who replied through Jim McIntyre in the 2-1 defeat at the Bescot. The clash between
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Man fined £100 for making crop circle
A man was fined £100 after admitting damaging farmland while creating crop circles in Wiltshire. Matthew Williams, 29, of Bishops Cannings, near Devizes, appeared before magistrates in what is believed to be the first such prosecution in the country.
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Three hat-tricks in the four games to survive the weather
THE weather decimated the league programme. In Division Three Highworth Plough beat Southbrook Inn 4-0. Chris Ayres grabbed a treble and Anton Starling added No 4. In Division Six Queensfield beat Great Bedwin 6-0, with goals from Neil Robinson (3), Robin
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First success for Rod boys
Marlborough Town were singing in the rain as they gained their first win of the season, beating Corsham Town Reserves 3-2. A jubilant Rod Simpson, manager of the Marlborough side, said: "It was almost as good as training a winner. The victory will be
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Town on nine-goalspree inFA Cup
SWINDON Town Ladies cruised into the second round of the AXA Women's FA Cup with this victory over the Dorset County League side. The Town kicked off with advantage of the strong wind blowing the length of the pitch, and the Wimborne goal was soon under
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Liden in gear after reverse
TRAILERS raced into a 2-1 lead after 15 minutes and then saw Liden Reserves put ten past them. The Liden side went on to win 10-4, with Kev Kennings (3), Dave Horgin (2), G Morris, M Hancock, Murdoch, Dave Long and D Wiseman scoring. Trailers scorers
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Red alert for donors blood
It takes around an hour to give blood but the benefits to both donors and patients are lasting. Yet in Swindon, as in the rest of the country, attendances at donor sessions are down by 10 per cent and there are just three days of blood in stock instead
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Bad weather does have its good side!
Wet weather has had a silver lining for hospital emergency services in Swindon. Princess Margaret Hospital spokesman Chris Birdsall said the weather could be a contributory factor behind a drop in accident and emergency admissions over the weekend. And
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Five arrested after armed raid on firm is foiled
Armed robbers brandishing crowbars and a handgun attempted to break into a computer company at the Interface Business Park in Wootton Bassett. The five balaclava-clad robbers fled the scene after triggering an alarm at computer company Memory Plus. The
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What price a life
Widow Carole Gait is still waiting for compensation for her husband's death almost 11 years after the tragic accident which killed him. Mrs Gait and her husband Edward were enjoying their first holiday abroad, in Tenerife, when the roof of a cafe collapsed
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School in the driving seat
A dream has come true for youngsters with physical and learning disabilities the latest in a long line of beneficiaries from the Swindon Marriott Rotary Ball. Pupils at Uplands Special School have been presented with a specially-adapted minibus which
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Roadworks set to stop traffic again
Roadworks which were abandoned half-finished because blundering council officials failed to apply for the right licence are to re-start in three weeks. But this time the council is to introduce lane closures and a diversion after temporary traffic lights
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It's more than fingerpainting
I left school at the age of 16 with no O levels and four CSEs. I now manage 21 staff and am responsible for the welfare of 72 children. When I was younger I used to do babysitting for family and friends and knew as soon as I left school that I wanted
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Youngsters pull out all the stops
Youngsters pulled out all the stops for a gruelling 24-hour sport-athon at Kingsdown School in Stratton. Badminton, hockey, football, and trampolining were just some of the sports that the children entered in the charity event. There were 37 children
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New service targets pupils
A holocaust Memorial Day will be held in Swindon on Saturday, January 27. The new national remembrance day is being introduced as a mark of respect to all victims of Nazi persecution, to raise awareness, and to assert a continuing commitment to oppose
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New service targets pupils
A holocaust Memorial Day will be held in Swindon on Saturday, January 27. The new national remembrance day is being introduced as a mark of respect to all victims of Nazi persecution, to raise awareness, and to assert a continuing commitment to oppose
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Wrexham are top hotshots on the road
TOWN will face a tough task in Andy King's first game as permanent manager when they entertain Wrexham tonight (Tues 7th Nov). Brian Flynn's side have had an awful time at the Racecourse Ground so far this campaign but have been a revelation on their
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Forgotten men back in frame
GARETH HALL has been told by new boss Andy King that he could have a future at Swindon Town. The defender, who was frozen out by former manager Colin Todd, played in yesterday's reserve match against Peterborough and has been in King's thoughts. There
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You can park and ride
In the eyes of Mrs Fell (EA, November 1), no doubt this week's storms were caused by Swindon Council. Certainly she seems to blame the council for everything else whether they are responsible or not. The fact that there are no drivers for the Christmas
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Show me what you're made of
THE players who earned Andy King the job of Swindon Town manager will be given the chance to lift the club out of Division Two's struggling pack. However, Town's boss-elect has warned he will have no hesitation in signing new players if the standard of
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Labour on the wings of victory in the election
Reference Out in the Cold Evening Advertiser October 24. I see that Richard Preddy suggests that I'm living in cloud cuckoo land because I happen to think that Labour will win the forthcoming election. Well, perhaps I am, and its lovely. The only drawback
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Clouds loom over Swindon's big day
Swindon's all-conquering rugby team face their toughest test for years this weekend but first they must beat the weather. The free-scoring team are due to face South West 1 promotion favourites Cinderford tomorrow, in the third round of the Intermediate
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Windfall may be on its way
Now's the time for the young parents of Penhill, Pinehurst and Gorse Hill to put on their thinking caps and make a list of what their area needs. The Sure Start scheme, which looks at ways in which life can be improved for parents with children aged four
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King officially announced as Town boss
Andy King was handed the manager's role at Swindon Town tonight (Tues 7th Nov) following an inspiring 2-2 draw at home to Wrexham. Peter Rowe called a press conference immediately after the match where King's appointment was announced by Town supremo
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Protesters pledge to keep up homes fight
PASSIONS ran high when protesters confronted North Wiltshire District Council in the battle to protect Corsham from a 600-home development. But district councillors voted in support of the plans at a meeting in Chippenham's Neeld Hall. The outline application
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Mum's quest for answers
BEREAVED mother Jane Langley believes many questions are still to be answered concerning the night her son Stuart disappeared. Stuart Johnson, then 22, vanished on December 18 last year and his body was found in the River Avon in Chippenham on January
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Prison sentence for drug dealer
HEROIN dealer William Douglas was jailed for three years after a court heard how he was found armed with a machete to protect himself after receiving death threats. Douglas, 26, of Ridings Mead, Chippenham, had been taking drugs since he was six, Swindon
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Andy's goal knocks out Cirencester
CIRENCESTER were unlucky not at least to get a draw out of this thrilling cup tie against Premier League side Clevedon Town. Clevedon got the game underway on a very heavy pitch but it was Cirencester who were first to threaten when Steve Bennett laid
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Mitel misery as Ferndale hit back
An amazing come back by Ferndale Rodbourne under 12's saw them turn around a 4-0 deficit to earn a draw against Mitel Youth 4-4 . A controversial penalty decision awarded to Ferndale late in to injury time saw the points shared. Mitel's goals came from
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Lecture is for grandparents
The rights of grandparents who have to look after children will be the focus of a lecture being given at the University of Bath in Swindon. Author and columnist Maureen Freely will be highlighting rising cases of geriatric parental stress and other issues
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Council to meet privately to discuss parking
Wootton Bassett town councillors will be meeting in private this week to discuss the forthcoming inquiry into the controversial park and ride scheme. The Government's planning inspectorate is holding the public inquiry on Tuesday, December 5, after North
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Man fined £100 for making crop circle
A man was fined £100 after admitting damaging farmland while creating crop circles in Wiltshire. Matthew Williams, 29, of Bishops Cannings, near Devizes, appeared before magistrates in what is believed to be the first such prosecution in the country.
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Medical teams in line for top prizes
Pioneering hospital departments in Swindon have been shortlisted for a national award for their work. The department of Diagnostic Radiology at Princess Margaret Hospital and the department of Old Age Psychiatry at Victoria Hospital are both in the running
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Parents on course for £1.4m windfall
Young parents in one of Swindon's poorer areas could soon benefit from a £1.4 million cash windfall. A new Government-funded scheme called Sure Start is being launched in Pinehurst, Gorse Hill and Penhill. The scheme, which looks at ways life could be
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Tributes paid to a man loved by many
The funeral has been held of a man who directly and indirectly touched the hearts of hundreds of Christians in the Highworth area. Arthur Randell had a complete change of direction when he was made redundant from the livestock haulage trade and set up
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Rocket blast leaves pensioners reeling
Pensioners Herbert and Edith May were terrified when a firework crashed into the wall of their house during bonfire night celebrations. The couple, who live in Churchward Avenue, Swindon, had just gone to bed on the eve of Guy Fawkes' night when they
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Ian hopes for that old Clough magic
IAN Woan hopes a touch of Brian Clough magic can rub off on his colleagues as they prepare to face Wrexham. The player, who is on a week-to-week contract, has also confirmed he wants to sign a long-term deal for Town, despite rumours of interest from
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Sharing
I would like to say a personal thank you to all the people who helped me with raising funds for my wheelchair by sponsoring the half marathon. My thanks also to Impact, Peter McGrath, Linda Shipway, Mr Porter, Tibbet & Britten which made a large donation
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There are not enough drivers
Well it's that time of year again. All manner of people are coming forth with their pearls of wisdom on a variety of subjects of which most know nothing about. I refer to the letter from E Fell of Wroughton (EA Wednesday November 1) where the Borough
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We should hold out on EU
On Friday, November 3, the Minister for Europe, Keith Vaz, visited Swindon to state the Government's view that Britain should continue with greater integration in Europe. Friday was a black day for the euro as the European Central Bank committed even
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Caring
I refer to the front page headlines on November 1 "A long trek to school", which reported on the withdrawal of the council taxi service on October 20 for special needs pupil Louise Cox. How can any caring parents be expected to allow a child of limited
