THE RAF aviators and ground crews who saved Britain from a Nazi invasion were honoured over the weekend. A flypast from an RAF Lyneham Hercules, salute and service in the Bath Road Methodist Church, in Old Town, remembered the Battle of Britain, which
The last issue of the Frizzell County Championship season was settled at Headingley on Saturday as Gloucestershire clinched promotion to the First Division at Yorkshire's expense. The promotion showdown ended in anti-climax when bad light and rain prevented
Swindon College Old Boys opted not to play the second team cup match against Supermarine due to the problems with a lack of front row players from the previous week. This has since been temporarily rectified with the recruitment of four new front row
A cautionary tale for those perusing the lonely hearts columns. There are plenty of genuine people looking for relationships that appeal for a soulmate or perhaps just someone to share dinners and theatre trips. But the man who met his wife through a
IT is hardly surprising that the trade in black market goods is rising. A packet of cigarettes in Britain costs around £4.50 while on the continent you pay at least half that amount and a third in some countries. Duty on wine is so high in Britain that
Ref. 26713-14THE latest in a long line of NTL customers the firm has wrongly set its debt collectors on has come to the Advertiser for help. Julie Kane, 43, of Carshalton Road in Swindon, cancelled her £30 per month subscription to the firm's TV and telephone
TONY Foss, Swindon council's parking services manager, had an unfortunate choice of words when talking about the Brunel car park tragedy. It appears a human life is not as costly as a safety barrier and I wonder how many have to commit suicide before
AMESBURY burglar Steven Fisher narrowly avoided being jailed at Salisbury Crown Court, walking free only because the judge said he felt he had "potential". "You do realise how close you came to a custodial sentence," Recorder Anthony Davies QC told the
Swindon progressed to the second round of the Powergen Junior Vase with a hard-fought 38-5 victory against local rivals Supermarine on Saturday. In a tightly contested first half, Swindon edged themselves in front through two penalties from the boot of
ROAD traffic humps in Swindon could be torn up after complaints that they slow down ambulances responding to emergencies. The government has ordered local authorities, including Swindon Council, to consult with the emergency services over the effect of
This is the only photo taken of Sam Cummings with her new daughter Madison. Days later, they were both dead. Today, a grieving mother and grandmother asks what went wrong. ABOVE is the heartrending picture of Sam Cummings cradling her newborn daughter
CHIPPENHAM slipped to a disappointing 19-10 South West Two East defeat at Swanage & Wareham. Swanage wing Andy Gould did the damage, running in a brace of tries as hooker Dobbin Elford crossed once. Billy Smith added one conversion as Chippenham could
BATH took a leaf out of the Saints' book to treat a record Rec crowd to a 24-6 win that keeps them among the early league pacesetters. Having warned in the build-up to the match that Northampton had perfected the art of ekeing out victories from disjointed
A DEPLETED Calne went out of the Powergen Junior Vase, losing 22-5 to Minety. With key players rested for the league campaign, and with the fearsome Fijian contingent not available and a handful of injuries, Calne had to field a much-changed pack. These
It seems that retail therapy might be less than therapeutic. In a survey earlier this month, many people said they experience "shopping rage". And what provokes shoppers most? Shop assistants who are surly, unhelpful and seem to prefer talking to each
A CUT in government funding for Wyvern College will plunge the Salisbury boys secondary school into debt, principal Glynis Seddon warned parents this week. Speaking at the City Hall during Wyvern College's annual prizegiving evening, Mrs Seddon said that
It seems that retail therapy might be less than therapeutic. In a survey earlier this month, many people said they experience "shopping rage". And what provokes shoppers most? Shop assistants who are surly, unhelpful and seem to prefer talking to each
Ref. 26749-18VILLAGERS in Ashton Keynes want to know where the River Thames has gone. The river basin has been bone dry since July, and residents and conservationists fear it could have a serious impact on wildlife. The river normally dries up for a few
AFC Stratton missed out on a chance to go top of the table when they were beaten 3-1 at home by visitors Shrewton United Reserves. Stratton boss Stefan Kucynski said he was disappointed, but thought his side deserved something out of the game. "We played
JULIA Drown, who campaigned in Parliament for tougher controls on the sale of fireworks, has welcomed the new Fireworks Bill. The MP for South Swindon, who is a member of the All party Parliamentary Group on Fireworks, said: "Fireworks can be great fun
PAGANS from across the country gathered at Avebury to celebrate the autumn equinox. More than 50 pagans, along with people of other religions, gathered at the largest stone circle in Europe to mark the third annual Pagan Pride Day. Pagan Cerridwen Connelly
There is no legal limit on the amount of alcohol and tobacco a person can bring into the country from the EU, so long as it is solely for their own use. However, the Government has issued guidelines on suitable maximum quantities brought in by each individual
THE RAF aviators and ground crews who saved Britain from a Nazi invasion were honoured over the weekend. A flypast from an RAF Lyneham Hercules, salute and service in the Bath Road Methodist Church, in Old Town, remembered the Battle of Britain, which
CHIPPENHAM slipped to a disappointing 19-10 South West Two East defeat at Swanage & Wareham. Swanage wing Andy Gould did the damage, running in a brace of tries as hooker Dobbin Elford crossed once. Billy Smith added one conversion as Chippenham could
PAGANS from across the country gathered at Avebury to celebrate the autumn equinox. More than 50 pagans, along with people of other religions, gathered at the largest stone circle in Europe to mark the third annual Pagan Pride Day. Pagan Cerridwen Connelly
Cirencester were beaten 18-11 by Brockworth, who went ahead with a penalty from Richards. Cirencester replied with a penalty from Andy Thompson, and took the lead with a try from the same player. They remained on top and scored another penalty to lead
HOME buyers enjoyed expert guidance at the Evening Advertiser's New Homes Exhibition. Building developers and financial advisors offered their services at the De Vere Hotel in the Shaw Ridge Leisure Park yesterday. Paul Kirk, 34, and his wife, Jenny,
This is the only photo taken of Sam Cummings with her new daughter Madison. Days later, they were both dead. Today, a grieving mother and grandmother asks what went wrong. ABOVE is the heartrending picture of Sam Cummings cradling her newborn daughter
A DEPLETED Calne went out of the Powergen Junior Vase, losing 22-5 to Minety. With key players rested for the league campaign, and with the fearsome Fijian contingent not available and a handful of injuries, Calne had to field a much-changed pack. These
Swindon College Old Boys opted not to play the second team cup match against Supermarine due to the problems with a lack of front row players from the previous week. This has since been temporarily rectified with the recruitment of four new front row
PURTON remain top of Division One West in the Hellenic League after a hard-fought 1-1 draw with fellow high-flyers Ardley. Alan Clark's side went behind in the 69th minute, but bounced back just 60 seconds later when Kenny Hughes beat the offside trap
CHIPPENHAM boss Tommy Saunders hit back at the boo boys after the Bluebirds slumped to a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Cambridge City. A small minority of Town fans berated Saunders after the Dr Martens League match, and at one point stewards had to
It was a bad day for the local Screwfix League clubs in the FA Vase. Melksham joined neighbours Corsham on the list of early exits after a 2-1 derby defeat at Westbury United. Premier Division Melksham started well against their First Division counterparts
HIGHWORTH Town won their 10th successive match on Saturday, but brave Corsham took the Hellenic League outfit to extra-time in an eventful FA Vase derby. A last-minute Owen Bryan goal forced the additional 30 minutes after Neil Dix had put visiting Highworth
I wonder what we, as mere tax payers, can look forward to? Within three years, parking restriction zones will be extended substantially. Car parking charges will at least double, if not treble. Twenty per cent of local traders will close down. Bus fares
Ref. 26713-14THE latest in a long line of NTL customers the firm has wrongly set its debt collectors on has come to the Advertiser for help. Julie Kane, 43, of Carshalton Road in Swindon, cancelled her £30 per month subscription to the firm's TV and telephone
I WAS pleased to hear at a recent Okus Resident's Association that there were to be a number of affordable houses built on the site of the Okus Road trading estate, as I believe a mix of housing and occupants is socially very valuable. But then I was
I wonder what we, as mere tax payers, can look forward to? Within three years, parking restriction zones will be extended substantially. Car parking charges will at least double, if not treble. Twenty per cent of local traders will close down. Bus fares
OUR daughter was a pupil at Hreod Parkway School for two years. She settled in well and worked hard. However, things started to change when she was in Year 8. She was coming home from school upset and frustrated it was like living with someone else. It
I FEEL I must write in defence of Hreod Parkway School, after much recent criticism from Mrs Little and other parents from the North Swindon area. My daughter, who is just beginning Year Nine, was offered a place at Commonweal School in September 2001
HEAD coach John Connolly was pleased with Bath's win and acknowledged the contribution of a beefed-up pack to his side's early-season success. The Australian said: ''It wasn't the greatest game of rugby in the world. There were lots of mistakes from both
BATH took a leaf out of the Saints' book to treat a record Rec crowd to a 24-6 win that keeps them among the early league pacesetters. Having warned in the build-up to the match that Northampton had perfected the art of ekeing out victories from disjointed
HIGHWORTH Town won their 10th successive match on Saturday, but brave Corsham took the Hellenic League outfit to extra-time in an eventful FA Vase derby. A last-minute Owen Bryan goal forced the additional 30 minutes after Neil Dix had put visiting Highworth
AS one who has spent seven years on the staff at Hreod Parkway, it is patently obvious to me, it has changed and improved greatly in that time. Andrew Fleet has made it clear how he respects and values parental choice of schools and would not challenge
A cautionary tale for those perusing the lonely hearts columns. There are plenty of genuine people looking for relationships that appeal for a soulmate or perhaps just someone to share dinners and theatre trips. But the man who met his wife through a
TOMMY MOONEY looks almost certain to miss Wednesday's trip to Leeds United and skipper Andy Gurney could also find himself sidelined for the Carling Cup clash at Elland Road. The pair suffered calf injuries during Saturday's 1-1 draw at Barnsley and manager
Target:1. Decide what outcome you really want 2. Stand up to the harasser and address their behaviour promptly and assertively if you are able 3. Tell a manager or personnel officer 4. You can always leave - it may be better for your mental health in
WOMEN in Swindon are warned to be wary of a lonely-hearts Lothario who disappeared from his home while his wife was cutting the grass. Wendy Green only realised her husband John had left her when she went inside their home at Ogbourne St George and found
I FEEL I must write in defence of Hreod Parkway School, after much recent criticism from Mrs Little and other parents from the North Swindon area. My daughter, who is just beginning Year Nine, was offered a place at Commonweal School in September 2001
Devizes put up a brave fight at Screwfix Direct League Premier Division title hopefuls Brislington, before going down 3-1. Tony Cook opened the hosts' account following Scott Marston's quick free-kick, and Johnny Miller doubled the advantage with a cracking
AMESBURY burglar Steven Fisher narrowly avoided being jailed at Salisbury Crown Court, walking free only because the judge said he felt he had "potential". "You do realise how close you came to a custodial sentence," Recorder Anthony Davies QC told the
There is no legal limit on the amount of alcohol and tobacco a person can bring into the country from the EU, so long as it is solely for their own use. However, the Government has issued guidelines on suitable maximum quantities brought in by each individual
CHIPPENHAM boss Tommy Saunders hit back at the boo boys after the Bluebirds slumped to a disappointing 2-0 home defeat to Cambridge City. A small minority of Town fans berated Saunders after the Dr Martens League match, and at one point stewards had to
I WAS pleased to hear at a recent Okus Resident's Association that there were to be a number of affordable houses built on the site of the Okus Road trading estate, as I believe a mix of housing and occupants is socially very valuable. But then I was
AMESBURY burglar Steven Fisher narrowly avoided being jailed at Salisbury Crown Court, walking free only because the judge said he felt he had "potential". "You do realise how close you came to a custodial sentence," Recorder Anthony Davies QC told the
A CUT in government funding for Wyvern College will plunge the Salisbury boys secondary school into debt, principal Glynis Seddon warned parents this week. Speaking at the City Hall during Wyvern College's annual prizegiving evening, Mrs Seddon said that
Buying under-the-table cigarettes and alcohol at your local might seem like a great way to avoid heavy taxes. But as barrie hudson reports, this stuff could kill you/ THE man in the pub who offers friends and acquaintances bargain-priced tobacco picked
FAIRFORD'S FA Vase dream is still alive after Mark Webb's side hit a crucial stoppage-time goal for the second Saturday running. Dave Tyler's last-gasp goal gave the injury-hit Cinder Lane boys a 1-0 Hellenic League win over Bishops Cleeve last week and
OUR daughter was a pupil at Hreod Parkway School for two years. She settled in well and worked hard. However, things started to change when she was in Year 8. She was coming home from school upset and frustrated it was like living with someone else. It
TOMMY MOONEY looks almost certain to miss Wednesday's trip to Leeds United and skipper Andy Gurney could also find himself sidelined for the Carling Cup clash at Elland Road. The pair suffered calf injuries during Saturday's 1-1 draw at Barnsley and manager
AMESBURY burglar Steven Fisher narrowly avoided being jailed at Salisbury Crown Court, walking free only because the judge said he felt he had "potential". "You do realise how close you came to a custodial sentence," Recorder Anthony Davies QC told the
Target:1. Decide what outcome you really want 2. Stand up to the harasser and address their behaviour promptly and assertively if you are able 3. Tell a manager or personnel officer 4. You can always leave - it may be better for your mental health in
Would you hit a colleague? Shout at someone who'd made a mistake? Jokingly call someone names? You may answer no, but think back over the last six months, is your conscience crystal clear? One in 10 employees think they have been bullied in the last six
l Julia Little (Letters, Sept 10) says there has been a big increase in the number of pupils making the trip to Farmors, rather than go to Hreod. This is no surprise to me, as it is people like her that are spreading rumours to make Hreod sound a bad
Wootton Bassett were dumped out of the Powergen Intermediate Cup cup after a 5010 thumping by Westbury. From the start Bassett never looked as if they were in the game, and Westbury quickly notched up 30 points with no reply. All the tries came from their
IT is hardly surprising that the trade in black market goods is rising. A packet of cigarettes in Britain costs around £4.50 while on the continent you pay at least half that amount and a third in some countries. Duty on wine is so high in Britain that
Would you hit a colleague? Shout at someone who'd made a mistake? Jokingly call someone names? You may answer no, but think back over the last six months, is your conscience crystal clear? One in 10 employees think they have been bullied in the last six
UNDER the Common Agricultural Policy, European farmers receive subsidies of around £31 billion a year. For 45 years, the system has rewarded farmers for their output and encouraged them to produce more. But on tonight's edition of Newsnight, MP Michael
PURTON remain top of Division One West in the Hellenic League after a hard-fought 1-1 draw with fellow high-flyers Ardley. Alan Clark's side went behind in the 69th minute, but bounced back just 60 seconds later when Kenny Hughes beat the offside trap
The Simpson family at Barbury Castle have now been told by Swindon Council that eviction proceedings are going ahead. I wonder how much of our taxpayers' money is going to be spent on this unpopular event. It's about time this council listened to the
UNDER the Common Agricultural Policy, European farmers receive subsidies of around £31 billion a year. For 45 years, the system has rewarded farmers for their output and encouraged them to produce more. But on tonight's edition of Newsnight, MP Michael
A NUMBER of smuggling-related cases have made the headlines in Swindon in recent years: In January 1999, a Swindon man was jailed for nine months after admitting making profits of up to £200 per week while cheating the Government out of about £50,000
Buying under-the-table cigarettes and alcohol at your local might seem like a great way to avoid heavy taxes. But as barrie hudson reports, this stuff could kill you/ THE man in the pub who offers friends and acquaintances bargain-priced tobacco picked
Ref. 26749-18VILLAGERS in Ashton Keynes want to know where the River Thames has gone. The river basin has been bone dry since July, and residents and conservationists fear it could have a serious impact on wildlife. The river normally dries up for a few
WOMEN in Swindon are warned to be wary of a lonely-hearts Lothario who disappeared from his home while his wife was cutting the grass. Wendy Green only realised her husband John had left her when she went inside their home at Ogbourne St George and found
Wootton Bassett were dumped out of the Powergen Intermediate Cup cup after a 5010 thumping by Westbury. From the start Bassett never looked as if they were in the game, and Westbury quickly notched up 30 points with no reply. All the tries came from their
Swindon progressed to the second round of the Powergen Junior Vase with a hard-fought 38-5 victory against local rivals Supermarine on Saturday. In a tightly contested first half, Swindon edged themselves in front through two penalties from the boot of
A NUMBER of smuggling-related cases have made the headlines in Swindon in recent years: In January 1999, a Swindon man was jailed for nine months after admitting making profits of up to £200 per week while cheating the Government out of about £50,000
Devizes put up a brave fight at Screwfix Direct League Premier Division title hopefuls Brislington, before going down 3-1. Tony Cook opened the hosts' account following Scott Marston's quick free-kick, and Johnny Miller doubled the advantage with a cracking
FAIRFORD'S FA Vase dream is still alive after Mark Webb's side hit a crucial stoppage-time goal for the second Saturday running. Dave Tyler's last-gasp goal gave the injury-hit Cinder Lane boys a 1-0 Hellenic League win over Bishops Cleeve last week and
It was a bad day for the local Screwfix League clubs in the FA Vase. Melksham joined neighbours Corsham on the list of early exits after a 2-1 derby defeat at Westbury United. Premier Division Melksham started well against their First Division counterparts
AFC Stratton missed out on a chance to go top of the table when they were beaten 3-1 at home by visitors Shrewton United Reserves. Stratton boss Stefan Kucynski said he was disappointed, but thought his side deserved something out of the game. "We played
The last issue of the Frizzell County Championship season was settled at Headingley on Saturday as Gloucestershire clinched promotion to the First Division at Yorkshire's expense. The promotion showdown ended in anti-climax when bad light and rain prevented
HEAD coach John Connolly was pleased with Bath's win and acknowledged the contribution of a beefed-up pack to his side's early-season success. The Australian said: ''It wasn't the greatest game of rugby in the world. There were lots of mistakes from both
Cirencester were beaten 18-11 by Brockworth, who went ahead with a penalty from Richards. Cirencester replied with a penalty from Andy Thompson, and took the lead with a try from the same player. They remained on top and scored another penalty to lead
JULIA Drown, who campaigned in Parliament for tougher controls on the sale of fireworks, has welcomed the new Fireworks Bill. The MP for South Swindon, who is a member of the All party Parliamentary Group on Fireworks, said: "Fireworks can be great fun
ROAD traffic humps in Swindon could be torn up after complaints that they slow down ambulances responding to emergencies. The government has ordered local authorities, including Swindon Council, to consult with the emergency services over the effect of
HOME buyers enjoyed expert guidance at the Evening Advertiser's New Homes Exhibition. Building developers and financial advisors offered their services at the De Vere Hotel in the Shaw Ridge Leisure Park yesterday. Paul Kirk, 34, and his wife, Jenny,
TONY Foss, Swindon council's parking services manager, had an unfortunate choice of words when talking about the Brunel car park tragedy. It appears a human life is not as costly as a safety barrier and I wonder how many have to commit suicide before
The Simpson family at Barbury Castle have now been told by Swindon Council that eviction proceedings are going ahead. I wonder how much of our taxpayers' money is going to be spent on this unpopular event. It's about time this council listened to the
AS one who has spent seven years on the staff at Hreod Parkway, it is patently obvious to me, it has changed and improved greatly in that time. Andrew Fleet has made it clear how he respects and values parental choice of schools and would not challenge
l Julia Little (Letters, Sept 10) says there has been a big increase in the number of pupils making the trip to Farmors, rather than go to Hreod. This is no surprise to me, as it is people like her that are spreading rumours to make Hreod sound a bad
