Narrowboat the Rebecca, which has brought smiles to the faces of disabled and elderly people, and has undergone a makeover to mark The Bruce Trust’s 25th season. The trust provides purpose-built holiday canal boats for to disabled, disadvantaged
Grand Designs Live is the UK’s leading contemporary home show and returns to ExCeL London from May 3–11. You can visit the show absolutely free. The show, hosted by TV’s Kevin McCloud, is perfect for those seeking inspiration and expert advice
Malmesbury town councillor Martyn Snell died after losing his battle with cancer at Great Western Hospital, in Swindon, on Saturday. Coun Snell, 68, was born in Didmarton, Gloucestershire, and moved with his family to Malmesbury in the 1960s. He
Sheila Fraser, who taught music all over the world and supported her air attaché husband in his diplomatic missions, has died suddenly at the age of 79. Mrs Fraser was born in Steeton, near Skipton, Yorkshire and was educated at Keighley Girls’
The famous words of William Shakespeare were brought to life in Box last month, as versions of five of the bard’s most famous plays were performed by a troupe of amateur actors. The 20-minute plays featured original Shakespearean dialogue, and
Villagers in Alton Barnes had to do a double take on Tuesday when they saw this zebra where the famous white horse usually stands. The horseplay saw the 201-year-old chalk landmark sporting black stripes, fashioned from plastic sheeting, across
West Lavington historians Lyn Dyson and Richard Matters are appealing for information about a First World War soldier whose name was omitted from the village war memorial. The two have produced a book, Lives Remembered in West Lavington, which
Corsham School student Kaylum House, aged 16, is a member of the Wiltshire Assembly of Youth and sits on Wiltshire Council’s children’s select committee. He is urging youngsters to have a say on proposed changes to youth services. “WHAT will happen
ON Saturday the Town End witnessed a moment that will be remembered for many years to come. It was a moment that all fans love to see, and a real show of pride, passion and unbridled emotion from two fans. The difference was that those two
Charities across Wiltshire are among 12 organisations benefitting from grants worth over £300,000 from the Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon. Angus Macpherson has used his Innovation Fund to commission community and voluntary
A number of fundraising events to help our Give Us A Chance appeal are planned for the coming weeks. These include a bingo night at the Wyvern Club, in Devizes, on Sunday with eyes down from 8pm. Entry is free and bingo books can be bought
Primary school and pre-school children received a warm welcome from Bowood on Tuesday as it re-opened to visitors after the winter break. The children, from Derry Hill Primary School and Pewsham Pre-school, enjoyed meeting two new Shetland ponies
A frauster using fake cheques has stolen £3,400 from the Calne Music and Arts Festival’s charity account with Lloyds Bank in Calne. Members of the festival’s society were shocked to hear about the stolen money, withdrawn in the last couple of days
Pensioner Jim Cavanagh was blissfully unaware that a fire was tearing through the roof of his house in Tin Pit, Marlborough, until a passer-by knocked on his door and alerted him. Fire crews from Marlborough, Devizes, Swindon and Calne battled
Wiltshire councillor Laura Mayes visited Devizes Opportunity Centre to hand over cash she raised by taking on the challenge of running the Bath Half Marathon. Coun Mayes finished the 13- mile course in two hours 14 minutes and raised £1,000 for
Devizes Opportunity Centre had some surprise visitors when a family who had close links with the nursery until they moved to Yorkshire popped in to show they remembered the help they received. Carolyn and Eric Rigg were indebted to the centre for
When I became a Member of Parliament, our economy was reeling in the wake of the financial crisis. More than 600,000 jobs had been lost in two years, pushing the unemployment rate up to eight per cent. In the Chippenham constituency, more than
Politicians will gather at the Theatre on the Hill at St John’s School in Marlborough on Thursday April 24 for a Question-Time style debate. The debate, which will commence at 8pm, has been organised by St John’s head of politics, Peter Baldrey
Bride and groom Charlie and Mike Gilbert turned heads in Chippenham this week when they popped into McDonalds for their first meal as man and wife. Staff at the fast food chain restaurant on Bath Road were astounded when Mrs Gilbert, 29, entered
All MPs face a delicate balance – and vitally important linkage – between local and national matters. Monday to Thursday in Parliament is crammed with demanding activities. Yet what one says and does in Westminster must always be influenced in
The world premiere of Worst Wedding Ever, Chris Chibnall’s brilliant new play, directed by Gareth Machin, is a major triumph. This perceptive production deftly diverts the audience from side-splitting hilarity to moments of sombre awareness, in
Devizes Opportunity Centre staff, volunteers and families are celebrating after the Gazette’s appeal to raise £10,000 was smashed. Less than two months after we launched the Give Us A Chance Appeal generous readers have raised £12,992. Devizes
As Benjamin Franklin said: “Nothing can be certain except death and taxes” but thanks to the actions of this Government at least some taxes are starting to fall. Our first priority has been to help people keep more of their own money so we can
BLUEBIRDS boss Mark Collier says that he was devastated to hear that Rob Dean’s knee injury was career-ending. The Chippenham Town midfielder was told by surgeons yesterday that he will never play football again after going under the knife for
A rescued ring tailed lemur has given birth to twins at Longleat Safari & Adventure Park. The twins, who were born last week, are making the most of the mild spring weather as they enjoy a spot of sunbathing with mum Hasina. Hasina and
Mum Cassie Jones is getting friends and family together to help Devizes Opportunity Centre gain cash as they lose pounds. Miss Jones, 24, of Longcroft Road, Devizes, wants to organise a sponsored slim to raise money for our Give Us A Chance campaign
Residents affected by the closure of the Dauntsey Lock Bridge are celebrating a decision to shut three lanes used as rat-runs by drivers avoiding the official diversion. Bowd’s Lane, Trow Lane and the lane from Tockenham Wick to Grittenham will
THE Gazette & Herald has teamed up with Bath Rugby to offer you the chance to take your family to watch Sunday’s Amlin Challenge Cup quarter final against French side Brive at the Rec (2pm). Sunday marks the first meeting between the two sides
WOOTTON Bassett Town slipped a couple of places in the table as visitors Ascot United maintained their title bid at the Corinium Stadium last night. Bassett fell behind when goalkeeper Steve Allison failed to collect Shaun Carter's header back,
A hub for the Malmesbury community was unveiled to the public last week after an £8,000 renovation to the town hall’s Market Room. Residents turned out to watch the opening of the new facility, run in conjunction with housing group Green Square
Devizes Opportunity Centre staff, volunteers and families are celebrating after the Gazette’s appeal to raise £10,000 was smashed. Less than two months after we launched the Give Us A Chance Appeal generous readers have raised £12,992. Devizes
