PUPPY walkers are needed in Marlborough to help train guide dogs for the blind. There are currently no volunteer guide dog walkers in the town but Alan Fletcher, chairman of Swindon Guide Dogs for the Blind, is hoping to change that. Walkers
We all remember the big fanfare when Tesco came to Marlborough with all its big promises to support the local community. How things change, as my current experience demonstrates. At the Kennet Valley Hall in Lockeridge, one of the annual fund-raising
AN appeal to spread some Easter cheer to worthy causes has led to more than 180 Easter Eggs being donated in Devizes. Funeral director Paul McDonald of John Stuart, in The Brittox, Devizes, launched the appeal to help boost the spirits of individuals
Staff and pupils at St Joseph’s Roman Catholic Primary School in Devizes celebrated the school’s 150th anniversary and their patron saint’s day by dressing up in Victorian costume. The school was established by the Sisters of St Joseph, who arrived
Budding vocalists are ready to burst into song and help make Calne Town Council’s first Spring Sing a success so that it becomes an annual event. It is on April 26 from 11am-3.30pm and will include nine different choirs performing at three different
Ghurka enthusiast Roy Booth was heartened by the support he received when he set up a stall at Sainsbury’s in Devizes on Saturday appealing for financial aid to retired Ghurkas. Mr Booth, 83, from Victoria Road, Devizes, has been fascinated by
I would say I’m quite savvy when it comes to switching energy suppliers. I’m not afraid to shop around. However, I find myself constantly baffled and no supplier has managed yet to unbaffle me. When I switch, I’m always offered a fabulous deal
CHIPPENHAM Town failed to build on their early lead as they slipped to their 14th away league defeat of the season at Hitchin Town. The visitors, now mathematically safe after last weekend's 2-0 win over Banbury United, took the lead courtesy of
I know many parents reading that question will instantly know what I’m talking about. It’s that little phrase that schools put on the end of any letter where they are asking us to pay cash to the school. It might be for a school trip, a workshop
When Anne Perdeaux turns 60 next month, she’ll be celebrating a year of amazing achievements – becoming a published author, losing four stones in weight and planning for the holiday of a life-time. Anne, who lives in Upavon, wasn’t looking forward
An overcast, drizzly start to the week has given way to some drier, sunnier days, although the wind coming from a northerly direction is rather chilly. The line being drawn on our barograph has been following a higher pressure than we have been
An overcast, drizzly start to the week has given way to some drier, sunnier days, although the wind coming from a northerly direction is rather chilly. The line being drawn on our barograph has been following a higher pressure than we have been
There’s been a bit of a stampede of people with weed problems. Celandine is the same yellow as a buttercup but the flowers are a star shape, it has heart-shaped glossy green leaves and is a ground hugger. It has a few tricks up its sleeve,
My job title of chief executive is somewhat misleading considering the variety of tasks and responsibilities that I have acquired over the years while working at Doorway. And so, here is the short version of a random day in my working life… Anyone
Community members in Malmesbury have been celebrated at an awards ceremony hosted by the town council. A popular health visitor, charity groups, local firemen and former councillors were among those recognised in the annual awards to celebrate
