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Full Steam Ahead
ATTACK-minded Andy King admits today's clash with Torquay United is 'a big one to win' and feels he now has the necessary blend of silk and steel to pursue promotion. The County Ground boss admires his Plainmoor counterpart's footballing philosophy and
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MP Julia opens Julia Drown suite
A SWINDON surgery is celebrating the official opening of a new suite. The Julia Drown Suite at Taw Hill Medical Practice opened its doors to patients in April. Ms Drown MP for South Swindon opened the suite. It was named after her because of her support
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Creating the right image
Town crier Fred Ferris promoting SwindonYour Swindon, Your Verdict is the first major survey into what Adver readers really think of the key issues affecting our town. More than 880 readers responded. In the sixth of a series of special reports KEVIN
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Everybodyneeds good neighbours
RESIDENTS of Cricklade can find out more about a proposed good neighbour scheme for the town. Link Schemes have proved successful in other parts of the county. They offer help to those who are less able, such as the elderly, the disabled and those in
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Husband fell on his way to bed
A WIFE turned to kiss her husband goodnight, only to find him lying dead at the bottom of the stairs. After watching snooker on television Leslie and Pauline Turner made their way upstairs to bed at their Akers Way, Moredon home. After reaching the top
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Rising star
Young Swindon dancer Amber Wollen is making her debut appearance on TV next week in the gripping drama, Cherished, based around the court case of Angela Canning. Angela Canning was released from jail after an appeal court overturned her conviction for
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Day my life was ripped apart...
IT was a scene of domestic bliss. Baby on the way, a successful business, and marriage plans in full swing. But then the police swooped on Samual Kofi Ackah and his whole life and family were ripped away from him. For the next seven weeks he was behind
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Discrimination in the spotlight
PROBLEMS of workplace discrimination faced by ethnic minorities and disabled people cannot be tackled in the same way, according to research by a Swindon charity. Working For Opportunities, based in Shaftesbury Avenue, in association with Reading University
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Samantha and Paul get a taste of luxury
THE winners of our Bride of the Year competition were treated to a slap-up meal thanks to the main sponsors. Romance and candles ensure Samantha Moaby and Paul Webb felt like royalty when they sat down to a feast at the Goddard Arms Hotel. The couple
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We're getting a raw deal say firefighters
FIREFIGHTERS in Swindon have accused the Government of moving the goalposts over plans to change retirement age. Joe Tray, Swindon spokesman for the Fire Brigades Union, said that some of his members feel cheated after paying into schemes for 30 years
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It's market day
The Wanborough Farmer's Market is being held today in the Wanborough Village Hall, on the High Street. You can buy your fresh vegetables direct from the farmers. As well as vegetables people can also buy cured meats, cheese, bread, cakes, preserves and
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Charity says sorry we did not collect bags
A CHARITY has apologised to residents in the Swindon area after it failed to collect the donation bags it sent out because their driver got lost. Residents in Lady Mead, Cricklade, complained that items such as books that had been put in the plastic sacks
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Biker's gripe
I AGREE with the Swindon Coalition trying to stop able bodied people using disabled parking bays. Before they get too excited though they should check to see how many times permits are being used without the disabled person. Also, I am a motorcyclist
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Cash thanks
I HAVE just returned home after ten days spent in the Great Western Hospital. I feel I must express my gratitude for the wonderful treatment I received. From the moment the paramedic arrived five minutes after my daughter phoned and the ambulance minutes
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Cash thanks
A BIG thank you to all the customers of Sainsbury's Supermarket, Oxford Road who gave so generously to Home-Start on Friday February 11. All the money stays in Swindon supporting local families. The families have at least one child less than five years
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Join bike trek
Mencap is seeking entrants for the 373km Grand Canyon Bike ride. It takes place from September 10-18, 2005 and to join this wonderful adventure and help people with a learning disability you will need to raise a minimum sponsorship of £2,600 (plus a deposit
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We want the best for pupils
WITH regard to Steven Luke's latest letter to the Advertiser, is it really appropriate for the headteacher of Freshbrook School to be entering into a tit for tat battle of words on the letters page of the Advertiser with parents of Windmill Hill School
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Act fast to halt area's decline
Over the past 34 years, my wife and I have witnessed the decline of the Park North estate. Most of the blame has to be laid at the feet of the previous Labour-controlled administration and those in control of the departments there. It would appear little
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Hazell lifts the hosts
England back-row man Andy Hazell has given Gloucester a big boost ahead of today's West Country Premiership clash with Bath after signing a new three-year contract with the Kingsholm club. The 26 year-old openside has been in superb form this season earning
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Hunts saddle up for change
RED coats will adorn Wiltshire's countryside today when some of the county's most established hunts ride out for the first time since a ban that made their sport illegal came into force. The ban coms into force after this week's failed attempt by the
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Man tried to torch girl's flat
A JEALOUS man who launched a drunken attack on his ex-girlfriend's flat during a rage has escaped a jail term. Darren Rogers had spent 11 hours in the pub before he put flammable liquid into a bottle. The 32-year-old had been in a relationship with Helen
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Youngsters can follow the trail to find faries
A glimpse of magic Anya and Imogen Milner on the fairy trail at Lydiard House. Ref: -36A FAIRY trail has brought a touch of magic to Lydiard House in West Swindon. Staff set up the trail all through the house as part of its Flowers And Fairies exhibition
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Fans of TV show can go to war with robots
FANS of TV's Robot Wars are in for a treat today when the longstanding champions from the series, Team Razer, come to the town. The team will appear at Robogeddon the world's first mobile robot combat zone by the Brunel Centre at noon. Three lucky youngsters
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Sitting pretty thanks to gift
SWINDON residents can thank their Rotarians for a new bench in Old Town. The town's three Rotary clubs got together to provide the new bench to mark the centenary of Rotary International. The seat is already in position in Wood Street in Old Town but
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'Wannabe police' endanger officers
UNIFORMED civilians who help out the police have been accused of plunging into violent situations without proper training or equipment following a national survey. But Swindon police refute the claims made about Community Support Officers and say they
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Cabaret time
A CABARET evening of dinner and dance will be held at the Marlborough Town Hall to raise money for Marlborough's Riverbank Theatre and Cinema project. Music will be provided by the Giffords Circus Band, who will play numbers from the original Cabaret
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Pilot saw propeller flying away from his plane
IT was the moment no pilot wants to experience. One minute he was flying his aircraft without problems. The next he heard a bump and saw a propeller flying away from the plane. But the pilot of the twin engine veteran aircraft went on to make a safe landing
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They will not drive me out
THE owner of a store hit by ram-raiders says they won't drive him out. Azim Khan, 64, has also been the victim of a hammer attack while serving in his shop. Police had to jump out of the way as the burglars drove at them at high-speed to escape. As reported
