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Light shed on the town's drug trade
SWINDON DRUGS HOTLINE: AN undercover detective gave an insight into the town's seedy drugs trade at a trial involving six Swindon people. Det Sgt Jeremy Butcher told Bristol Crown Court that the majority of cocaine being dished out by the pushers arrives
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Man held over cadet's death
A 24-year-old man is in custody after being arrested over the death of Wiltshire skydiver Stephen Hilder. Mr Hilder, 20, plunged 13,000ft to his death over Hibaldstow airfield, North Lincolnshire, on July 4, after his main and reserve parachutes were
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Battle of the sexes
Intolerable Cruelty (12A): Those irascible Coen brothers, the twisted geniuses responsible for Fargo and The Big Lebowski, put their own distinctive spin on this Double Indemnity-esque thriller about an erotically charged battle of the sexes. Divorce
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D-day is looming for council tax
COUNCIL leaders find out tomorrow how much money the Government will give the authority for the 2004/05 financial year. Of the current financial year's £180 million budget for Swindon Council services, 67 per cent came directly from the Government, with
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Robert fires Marine with hat-trick
ROBERT Galazin grabbed a hat-trick of tries as Supermarine Under 11s defeated their Devizes counterparts 43-5 at South Marston. Devizes, borrowing several Supermarine players, took the game to the hosts in the early stages, but Galazin it was who opened
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Fewer goals are no Bar to victory
LINPAC improved by 14 goals but were still well beaten by Bar OC for the second time this season. The Bar rattled in 17 without reply in an earlier meeting, but at the interval this time it was goalless. Bar took the lead through a Simon Hulland own goal
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Supermarine roar back for cup win
SUPERMARINE Ladies kicked off their National Women's Cup campaign with a 17-5 victory over Loughborough Ladies at South Marston. The match started poorly for Marine, though, as they conceded a second-minute try following a handling error behind their
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Ride tops £2,500 for charity
A GROUP of Swindon workers left their air-conditioned office to cycle more than 150 miles in sizzling temperatures to raise more than £2,500 for charity. Paul Miller, 38, a strategic purchasing manager for WH Smith, which has its UK headquarters in Greenbridge
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School dinner dilemma
New rules imposed on head teachers could see them scrapping daily hot meals for pupils as they must decide whether to spend available cash on staff and equipment. HOT school meals could soon be a thing of the past for Swindon primary pupils as the council
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Defeats for top two
BOTH LOCAL indoor clubs suffered defeats in their latest Wessex League matches. Despite only losing by 10 shots overall, Westlecot took the honours on only one of the four rinks against East Group League leaders Carterton. The lone success was recorded
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Ride tops £2,500 for charity
A GROUP of Swindon workers left their air-conditioned office to cycle more than 150 miles in sizzling temperatures to raise more than £2,500 for charity. Paul Miller, 38, a strategic purchasing manager for WH Smith, which has its UK headquarters in Greenbridge
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New mental health facilities opened
FURTHER new mental health facilities have been opened at the redeveloped Old Manor Hospital site, in Salisbury. The latest development, Beechlydene, will eventually house two wards that had previously been located in outdated buildings. The ward has 24
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Boom time for Brownies
BROWNIES: In an era of fashion, pop and computers you may think that girls are no longer interested in being Brownies. But, as VICTORIA TAGG found, you would be wrong. Hundreds of girls are unable to join the Brownies because there are not enough leaders
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Luckless fox gunned down by Green Baize
DIVISION 3 leaders Green Baize got back to winning ways with a 7-0 win at bottom team Fox & Hounds. On target for the Baize were Stuart Bellinger, Mark Harper, Terry Moore, Neil Quinn, Arthur Levett and Dave Levett with two penalties. Courtney Chessell
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Praise for school in music and physical education
Ref. 27831-84RUSKIN Junior School has been praised for its excellent standards in music and physical education in its recent Ofsted report. The inspectors considered the teaching and management to be good and that the school offered a rich and balanced
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New mental health facilities opened
FURTHER new mental health facilities have been opened at the redeveloped Old Manor Hospital site, in Salisbury. The latest development, Beechlydene, will eventually house two wards that had previously been located in outdated buildings. The ward has 24
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City ready to switch on Christmas lights
CHRISTMAS will officially arrive in Salisbury this Thursday, with a fun-packed evening of festive celebrations and fireworks as the city switches on its Christmas lights display. The running of the event has been left for the first time this year to Salisbury
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Ride tops £2,500 for charity
A GROUP of Swindon workers left their air-conditioned office to cycle more than 150 miles in sizzling temperatures to raise more than £2,500 for charity. Paul Miller, 38, a strategic purchasing manager for WH Smith, which has its UK headquarters in Greenbridge
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Advice on your future
Business owners have been invited to a one-day event to get advice about retirement. Accountants, solicitors and financial advisers are regularly asked by the self-employed about pensions, tax, and inheritance. Now Banks Chartered Accountants, Bevirs
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SMEs record above average growth yet again
SMALL and medium sized businesses in the region have recorded the strongest output growth in the UK for the fifth quarter running. Across the manufacturing, construction and service sectors, business confidence has grown, leading to increased client spending
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Ciren call-off
Cirencester's scheduled Dr Martens Western Division clash with Taunton this evening has been cancelled as the visitors are involved in a Somerset Cup tie. Meanwhile, Ciren face a trip to Bath City in the third round of the Dr Martens Cup. Chippenham travel
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Natural Bourne scorer demolishes Blyskawica
GOALS plenty was the order of the day in first round ties in the Advertiser Cup. County Ground led the way with a 19-0 demolition of Blyskawica, Danny Bourne scoring seven goals, Jason Daley six, two apiece from Paul Loveridge and Danny Williams, and
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There must be a rethink over meals
THE Swindon Association of Primary Head Teachers says proposed new school meals contracts could force many of its heads to divert large sums away from providing books, equipment and even teaching staff for pupils. And this diverted money? It will, according
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Chippenham through
Chippenham 2nd despatched their Salisbury counterparts 53-26 in their Dorset & Wilts 2nd XV Cup encounter. Visitors Salisbury were the first to score but Chippenham responded with a try from prop Dave Williams, Paul Clifford adding the conversion.
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Christmas comes early for our furry friends
BAGS of early Christmas cheer raised money for animals across Swindon. Eastcott Veterinary Clinic and Hospital hosted a Christmas bazaar on Saturday to support a host of local charities. The National Canine Defence League, Cats Protection and Wiltshire
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Chippenham breeze past Brize
Chippenham Town Ladies FC played a return match with Brize Norton who, two weeks ago, had struggled to get out of their own half. Things went no better for the visitors this time, as Chippenham cruised to a 9-1 victory. Brize fought well from the start
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Forest flurry
SWINDON Town Ladies shared eight goals and the points at Forest Green Rovers in a South West Combination League fixture. Town took the lead after six minutes when Carly Smith ran clear to score. Three minutes later Town doubled their lead when Claire
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Man held over cadet's death
A 24-year-old man is in custody after being arrested over the death of Wiltshire skydiver Stephen Hilder. Mr Hilder, 20, plunged 13,000ft to his death over Hibaldstow airfield, North Lincolnshire, on July 4, after his main and reserve parachutes were
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Winnie is a real winner
WINNIE Guy's face lit up when she opened her once in a lifetime message from the Queen. The great-grandmother celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by friends and family at the King's Arms in Old Town on Saturday. When asked the secret to a long life
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Luckless fox gunned down by Green Baize
DIVISION 3 leaders Green Baize got back to winning ways with a 7-0 win at bottom team Fox & Hounds. On target for the Baize were Stuart Bellinger, Mark Harper, Terry Moore, Neil Quinn, Arthur Levett and Dave Levett with two penalties. Courtney Chessell
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Government grant will aid self-help group for disabled
PEOPLE with learning difficulties will benefit from a new project thanks to a government grant. Swindon People First, a self-advocacy group run by and for people with learning disabilities, applied for the cash with the help of Swindon Council. They put
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Director's cut just so creepy
DIGITAL enhancements, restoring the negative, adding unseen footage, polishing the soundtrack - whatever has been done to create Alien: The Director's Cut, it's just great to see it on the big screen again. It's 25 years since Ridley Scott's science fiction
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Finding Neo is not easy
BETTER than the last one, not as good as the first. That, in a nutshell, is The Matrix Revolutions. And while this trilogy has not ended with the whimper many people predicted after the second film in the series, it's hardly gone out with a bang either
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Bassett clinch derby honour
WOOTTON Bassett's Under 15s triumphed 22-12 in a close-fought local derby against their Swindon counterparts. Both sides contributed to an excellent and passionate game and Bassett started the stronger as Swindon struggled with a reorganised team. Excellent
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10 million girls can't be wrong
BROWNIES: Girlguiding UK was formed in 1910, when the founder of the Scout Movement was inundated with requests from girls to recognise the need for a female equivalent. Today there are 10 million girls and women involved in guiding across the world.
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Boom time for Brownies
BROWNIES: In an era of fashion, pop and computers you may think that girls are no longer interested in being Brownies. But, as VICTORIA TAGG found, you would be wrong. Hundreds of girls are unable to join the Brownies because there are not enough leaders
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Chippenham through
Chippenham 2nd despatched their Salisbury counterparts 53-26 in their Dorset & Wilts 2nd XV Cup encounter. Visitors Salisbury were the first to score but Chippenham responded with a try from prop Dave Williams, Paul Clifford adding the conversion.
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'Hot food is vital for our children'
Charmaine CrowtherParents of children attending Penhill Primary School were concerned about the issue. Many agreed it was vital pupils had a hot school meal. Charmaine Crowther, 24, of Grafton Road, whose son George, six, goes to the school, said: "A
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New crossing is now a nightmare
Ref. 27796-3WHEELCHAIR users in Wroughton say newly installed pedestrian crossings are a nightmare for people with mobility problems. The network of light-controlled crossings are in the High Street outside the Co-op store and are accompanied by textured
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Anti-war group set for protest
SCORES of protesters are expected to turn out in Swindon tomorrow to voice their anger at George Bush's four-day visit to the UK. The US president arrives in Britain today, hoping to meet families of British servicemen who were killed in the recent Gulf
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Defeats for top two
BOTH LOCAL indoor clubs suffered defeats in their latest Wessex League matches. Despite only losing by 10 shots overall, Westlecot took the honours on only one of the four rinks against East Group League leaders Carterton. The lone success was recorded
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Ciren call-off
Cirencester's scheduled Dr Martens Western Division clash with Taunton this evening has been cancelled as the visitors are involved in a Somerset Cup tie. Meanwhile, Ciren face a trip to Bath City in the third round of the Dr Martens Cup. Chippenham travel
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Tunnel set for debate
PLANS to build a tunnel through hills near Stonehenge went under discussion last night at a public meeting at The Guildhall in Salisbury. A full public inquiry will be held into the merits of the scheme, but already it has the general approval of the
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Synod to discuss heritage
THE PROBLEM of maintaining historic churches will be discussed at a conference which will bring around 100 parishioners and Anglican leaders to Swindon. A report to come before the meeting of the Bristol Diocesan Synod says more help is desperately needed
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Winnie is a real winner
WINNIE Guy's face lit up when she opened her once in a lifetime message from the Queen. The great-grandmother celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by friends and family at the King's Arms in Old Town on Saturday. When asked the secret to a long life
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Anti-war group set for protest
SCORES of protesters are expected to turn out in Swindon tomorrow to voice their anger at George Bush's four-day visit to the UK. The US president arrives in Britain today, hoping to meet families of British servicemen who were killed in the recent Gulf
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Honoured for going extra mile
STREET warden supervisor Chris Neville-Jones has won a second national award for the success of the town's junior street warden scheme. The recognition, from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, was given to those people who had "gone the extra mile
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Patients have year to wait for surgery
Hundreds of patients in Swindon are being forced to wait almost a year for vital surgery, a new report has revealed. According to Department of Health figures, 287 people have had to endure a queue for treatment of up to 11 months under Swindon Primary
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Christmas comes early for our furry friends
BAGS of early Christmas cheer raised money for animals across Swindon. Eastcott Veterinary Clinic and Hospital hosted a Christmas bazaar on Saturday to support a host of local charities. The National Canine Defence League, Cats Protection and Wiltshire
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Bring spending under control
THE misleading and inaccurate letter from D Reeve (EA Oct 30) cannot be allowed to pass unchallenged. Your correspondent fails to answer my question "where were the WC Council building inspectors when their shambolic schools were being erected," which
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Help turn off the flow of guns into Britain
Local MPs are right to take a stand in the growing struggle against rising gun crime, but, while their calls for more armed police grabbed the headlines, their demands for tougher international controls were, conveniently for the Government, largely ignored
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Patients have year to wait for surgery
Hundreds of patients in Swindon are being forced to wait almost a year for vital surgery, a new report has revealed. According to Department of Health figures, 287 people have had to endure a queue for treatment of up to 11 months under Swindon Primary
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Bassett clinch derby honour
WOOTTON Bassett's Under 15s triumphed 22-12 in a close-fought local derby against their Swindon counterparts. Both sides contributed to an excellent and passionate game and Bassett started the stronger as Swindon struggled with a reorganised team. Excellent
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Advice on your future
Business owners have been invited to a one-day event to get advice about retirement. Accountants, solicitors and financial advisers are regularly asked by the self-employed about pensions, tax, and inheritance. Now Banks Chartered Accountants, Bevirs
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Ex-doorman puts arty work online
A FORMER nightclub doorman turned artist Handrew Morgan, has set up an online gallery to market his paintings. Mr Morgan, 41, of Eldene, took art lessons from controversial artist Robert Lenkiewicz who was famous for faking his own death to see what reaction
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City ready to switch on Christmas lights
CHRISTMAS will officially arrive in Salisbury this Thursday, with a fun-packed evening of festive celebrations and fireworks as the city switches on its Christmas lights display. The running of the event has been left for the first time this year to Salisbury
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Bring spending under control
THE misleading and inaccurate letter from D Reeve (EA Oct 30) cannot be allowed to pass unchallenged. Your correspondent fails to answer my question "where were the WC Council building inspectors when their shambolic schools were being erected," which
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Cup victory no shaw thing
Division One Highworth were given a real scare by lower league Shaw before progressing in the North Wilts & District Youth under 13 cup. The underdogs took a deserved lead after 10 minutes only for the top flight title contenders to level with their
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Waiting lists
DESPITE the fact that 287 people had to wait 11 months for surgery, Swindon and Marlborough NHS Trust is meeting its waiting time targets for operations. It's good news that 3,700 patients were operated on within 12 months but not so good if you were
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Waiting lists
DESPITE the fact that 287 people had to wait 11 months for surgery, Swindon and Marlborough NHS Trust is meeting its waiting time targets for operations. It's good news that 3,700 patients were operated on within 12 months but not so good if you were
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There must be a rethink over meals
THE Swindon Association of Primary Head Teachers says proposed new school meals contracts could force many of its heads to divert large sums away from providing books, equipment and even teaching staff for pupils. And this diverted money? It will, according
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End my Welsh agony
Swindon Town legend Paul Bodin is hoping his Welsh countrymen can qualify for next summer's European Championships tomorrow night - and help consign one of his worst footballing memories to the distant past. Wales will book their tickets to Portugal 2004
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SMEs record above average growth yet again
SMALL and medium sized businesses in the region have recorded the strongest output growth in the UK for the fifth quarter running. Across the manufacturing, construction and service sectors, business confidence has grown, leading to increased client spending
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We may never find Linda's body
Ref. 27800-65RAZZELL VERDICT: THE man who led the hunt for Linda Razzell's killer has said they may never find the missing mother's body. Det Chief Insp Paul Granger said that although her estranged husband Glyn Razzell has been convicted of murder, the
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Help turn off the flow of guns into Britain
Local MPs are right to take a stand in the growing struggle against rising gun crime, but, while their calls for more armed police grabbed the headlines, their demands for tougher international controls were, conveniently for the Government, largely ignored
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Finding Neo is not easy
BETTER than the last one, not as good as the first. That, in a nutshell, is The Matrix Revolutions. And while this trilogy has not ended with the whimper many people predicted after the second film in the series, it's hardly gone out with a bang either
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Punk look wins day for Helenka
SWINDON CANCER APPEAL: ASPIRING catwalk queen Helenka Nowicka is the new face of Swindon hair salon West One. The 23-year-old beat 18 hopefuls to win a modelling contest held in aid of the Swindon Cancer Appeal. For Helenka, it was a dream come true.
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Tunnel set for debate
PLANS to build a tunnel through hills near Stonehenge went under discussion last night at a public meeting at The Guildhall in Salisbury. A full public inquiry will be held into the merits of the scheme, but already it has the general approval of the
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Commonweal life captured for ever
Ref. 27828-2THE Commonweal School has produced a book celebrating its 75th anniversary. From sports team photographs to humorous anecdotes, the book encapsulates the history of the school, in The Mall, Old Town, since it first opened on September 5, 1927
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Chippenham breeze past Brize
Chippenham Town Ladies FC played a return match with Brize Norton who, two weeks ago, had struggled to get out of their own half. Things went no better for the visitors this time, as Chippenham cruised to a 9-1 victory. Brize fought well from the start
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Honoured for going extra mile
STREET warden supervisor Chris Neville-Jones has won a second national award for the success of the town's junior street warden scheme. The recognition, from the Office of the Deputy Prime Minister, was given to those people who had "gone the extra mile
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A party with a difference
THERE is still time to book a Christmas party with a difference at Swindon's railway museum, Steam. People can choose from packaged events such as Murder Mystery, Casino Nights and a traditional Christmas Party. Organisers can even create party themes
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Devizes win 11-goal thriller in big battle of the bottom clubs
A bottom-of-the-table under 16 Red Division clash produced goals aplenty as Devizes Town beat AFC Corsham 8-3. Owen Burgess, Liam Hill, Ashley Edwards (2), Steven House (2) and two for Daniel Lyons on his debut moved Devizes up the standings. The mid-table
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Will police enforce ban?
THE inane comments of J Curtis never fail to amaze me. In Tuesday's Adver he displays his complete lack of knowledge of hunting with hounds and the compassion of people who put their lives at risk by attempting to thwart the hunt. Hunt saboteurs are by
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End my Welsh agony
Swindon Town legend Paul Bodin is hoping his Welsh countrymen can qualify for next summer's European Championships tomorrow night - and help consign one of his worst footballing memories to the distant past. Wales will book their tickets to Portugal 2004
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Maths guru's talk could turn your dream into reality
FIRMS wanting to turn their hi-tech dreams into reality are invited to a presentation by a maths guru tonight. Professor Chris Budd, who has a string of awards for winning over non-mathematicians to the wonder of numbers, will be at the University of
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Synod to discuss heritage
THE PROBLEM of maintaining historic churches will be discussed at a conference which will bring around 100 parishioners and Anglican leaders to Swindon. A report to come before the meeting of the Bristol Diocesan Synod says more help is desperately needed
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Maths guru's talk could turn your dream into reality
FIRMS wanting to turn their hi-tech dreams into reality are invited to a presentation by a maths guru tonight. Professor Chris Budd, who has a string of awards for winning over non-mathematicians to the wonder of numbers, will be at the University of
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Too costly to pack it all in
MORE workers than ever are putting off retirement for financial reasons, new research shows. According to Saga, the UK will see a 63 per cent rise in the number of people working past statutory retirement age by 2020. The study also reveals that one in
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Clean-up of Lawn Woods appropriate sentence
RE The Swans in Lawn Woods: I am pleased to learn that two young men have been apprehended. I am sure that like us, very many local residents have derived much pleasure these last few months from watching the swans mate and then the six cygnets growing
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Matt finish for Devizes
Chippenham Under 15s despatched Devizes 33-5 in their latest outing at Allington Field. The first half was dominated by the home side, with Matt Whitehead grabbing the first try as early as the fifth minute, Lee Audis adding the conversion. Devizes responded
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Champs Mitel are back in the hunt
DEFENDING champions Mitel are starting to find some form after making a slow start in the under 15 division of the Cirencester & District Youth League. A 6-2 win over Bourton moved the title holders back up the table. Mitel opened the scoring early
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Director's cut just so creepy
DIGITAL enhancements, restoring the negative, adding unseen footage, polishing the soundtrack - whatever has been done to create Alien: The Director's Cut, it's just great to see it on the big screen again. It's 25 years since Ridley Scott's science fiction
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Cup victory no shaw thing
Division One Highworth were given a real scare by lower league Shaw before progressing in the North Wilts & District Youth under 13 cup. The underdogs took a deserved lead after 10 minutes only for the top flight title contenders to level with their
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Date
Too costly to pack it all in
MORE workers than ever are putting off retirement for financial reasons, new research shows. According to Saga, the UK will see a 63 per cent rise in the number of people working past statutory retirement age by 2020. The study also reveals that one in
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Champs Mitel are back in the hunt
DEFENDING champions Mitel are starting to find some form after making a slow start in the under 15 division of the Cirencester & District Youth League. A 6-2 win over Bourton moved the title holders back up the table. Mitel opened the scoring early
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Fewer goals are no Bar to victory
LINPAC improved by 14 goals but were still well beaten by Bar OC for the second time this season. The Bar rattled in 17 without reply in an earlier meeting, but at the interval this time it was goalless. Bar took the lead through a Simon Hulland own goal
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Sadd day for Malford
CHRISTIAN Malford were on the wrong end of a 5-1 thumping as North Bradley continued their rise in Division Two of the Vanitec Computers-sponsored Chippenham & District Sunday League. Chris Sadd (2), Matty Coles, Craig Brown and Tim Richards shared
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Natural Bourne scorer demolishes Blyskawica
GOALS plenty was the order of the day in first round ties in the Advertiser Cup. County Ground led the way with a 19-0 demolition of Blyskawica, Danny Bourne scoring seven goals, Jason Daley six, two apiece from Paul Loveridge and Danny Williams, and
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'Hot food is vital for our children'
Charmaine CrowtherParents of children attending Penhill Primary School were concerned about the issue. Many agreed it was vital pupils had a hot school meal. Charmaine Crowther, 24, of Grafton Road, whose son George, six, goes to the school, said: "A
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Battle of the sexes
Intolerable Cruelty (12A): Those irascible Coen brothers, the twisted geniuses responsible for Fargo and The Big Lebowski, put their own distinctive spin on this Double Indemnity-esque thriller about an erotically charged battle of the sexes. Divorce
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Sadd day for Malford
CHRISTIAN Malford were on the wrong end of a 5-1 thumping as North Bradley continued their rise in Division Two of the Vanitec Computers-sponsored Chippenham & District Sunday League. Chris Sadd (2), Matty Coles, Craig Brown and Tim Richards shared
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Government grant will aid self-help group for disabled
PEOPLE with learning difficulties will benefit from a new project thanks to a government grant. Swindon People First, a self-advocacy group run by and for people with learning disabilities, applied for the cash with the help of Swindon Council. They put
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Commonweal life captured for ever
Ref. 27828-2THE Commonweal School has produced a book celebrating its 75th anniversary. From sports team photographs to humorous anecdotes, the book encapsulates the history of the school, in The Mall, Old Town, since it first opened on September 5, 1927
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Light shed on the town's drug trade
SWINDON DRUGS HOTLINE: AN undercover detective gave an insight into the town's seedy drugs trade at a trial involving six Swindon people. Det Sgt Jeremy Butcher told Bristol Crown Court that the majority of cocaine being dished out by the pushers arrives
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Supermarine roar back for cup win
SUPERMARINE Ladies kicked off their National Women's Cup campaign with a 17-5 victory over Loughborough Ladies at South Marston. The match started poorly for Marine, though, as they conceded a second-minute try following a handling error behind their
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We may never find Linda's body
Ref. 27800-65RAZZELL VERDICT: THE man who led the hunt for Linda Razzell's killer has said they may never find the missing mother's body. Det Chief Insp Paul Granger said that although her estranged husband Glyn Razzell has been convicted of murder, the
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School dinner dilemma
New rules imposed on head teachers could see them scrapping daily hot meals for pupils as they must decide whether to spend available cash on staff and equipment. HOT school meals could soon be a thing of the past for Swindon primary pupils as the council
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Mediation course to help single parents
SINGLE parents are invited to attend a free training course to improve their mediation skills. The Swindon and Wiltshire Community Foundation is funding Community Mediation Swindon to run the course in mid January. The course is accredited by the Open
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10 million girls can't be wrong
BROWNIES: Girlguiding UK was formed in 1910, when the founder of the Scout Movement was inundated with requests from girls to recognise the need for a female equivalent. Today there are 10 million girls and women involved in guiding across the world.
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Devizes win 11-goal thriller in big battle of the bottom clubs
A bottom-of-the-table under 16 Red Division clash produced goals aplenty as Devizes Town beat AFC Corsham 8-3. Owen Burgess, Liam Hill, Ashley Edwards (2), Steven House (2) and two for Daniel Lyons on his debut moved Devizes up the standings. The mid-table
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Forest flurry
SWINDON Town Ladies shared eight goals and the points at Forest Green Rovers in a South West Combination League fixture. Town took the lead after six minutes when Carly Smith ran clear to score. Three minutes later Town doubled their lead when Claire
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Mediation course to help single parents
SINGLE parents are invited to attend a free training course to improve their mediation skills. The Swindon and Wiltshire Community Foundation is funding Community Mediation Swindon to run the course in mid January. The course is accredited by the Open
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A party with a difference
THERE is still time to book a Christmas party with a difference at Swindon's railway museum, Steam. People can choose from packaged events such as Murder Mystery, Casino Nights and a traditional Christmas Party. Organisers can even create party themes
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Ex-doorman puts arty work online
A FORMER nightclub doorman turned artist Handrew Morgan, has set up an online gallery to market his paintings. Mr Morgan, 41, of Eldene, took art lessons from controversial artist Robert Lenkiewicz who was famous for faking his own death to see what reaction
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Punk look wins day for Helenka
SWINDON CANCER APPEAL: ASPIRING catwalk queen Helenka Nowicka is the new face of Swindon hair salon West One. The 23-year-old beat 18 hopefuls to win a modelling contest held in aid of the Swindon Cancer Appeal. For Helenka, it was a dream come true.
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Praise for school in music and physical education
Ref. 27831-84RUSKIN Junior School has been praised for its excellent standards in music and physical education in its recent Ofsted report. The inspectors considered the teaching and management to be good and that the school offered a rich and balanced
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D-day is looming for council tax
COUNCIL leaders find out tomorrow how much money the Government will give the authority for the 2004/05 financial year. Of the current financial year's £180 million budget for Swindon Council services, 67 per cent came directly from the Government, with
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Ride tops £2,500 for charity
A GROUP of Swindon workers left their air-conditioned office to cycle more than 150 miles in sizzling temperatures to raise more than £2,500 for charity. Paul Miller, 38, a strategic purchasing manager for WH Smith, which has its UK headquarters in Greenbridge
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New crossing is now a nightmare
Ref. 27796-3WHEELCHAIR users in Wroughton say newly installed pedestrian crossings are a nightmare for people with mobility problems. The network of light-controlled crossings are in the High Street outside the Co-op store and are accompanied by textured
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Will police enforce ban?
THE inane comments of J Curtis never fail to amaze me. In Tuesday's Adver he displays his complete lack of knowledge of hunting with hounds and the compassion of people who put their lives at risk by attempting to thwart the hunt. Hunt saboteurs are by
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Date
Clean-up of Lawn Woods appropriate sentence
RE The Swans in Lawn Woods: I am pleased to learn that two young men have been apprehended. I am sure that like us, very many local residents have derived much pleasure these last few months from watching the swans mate and then the six cygnets growing
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Matt finish for Devizes
Chippenham Under 15s despatched Devizes 33-5 in their latest outing at Allington Field. The first half was dominated by the home side, with Matt Whitehead grabbing the first try as early as the fifth minute, Lee Audis adding the conversion. Devizes responded
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Robert fires Marine with hat-trick
ROBERT Galazin grabbed a hat-trick of tries as Supermarine Under 11s defeated their Devizes counterparts 43-5 at South Marston. Devizes, borrowing several Supermarine players, took the game to the hosts in the early stages, but Galazin it was who opened
