Archive - Tuesday, 13 November 2018

County win confirms Town's Checkatrade Trophy exit

SWINDON Town's Checkatrade Trophy exit was confirmed this evening after Newport County defeated Plymouth Argyle in south Wales.

Graham Carter says: We do remember them

A hundred years and one day after the Armistice, the centenary of the First World War is finally behind us. Phew.

Dump on the dumpers, says Barrie Hudson

WHEN a load of garbage was found dumped at a beauty spot on the Ridgeway, a Swindon Borough Council official rightly said that those responsible should be ashamed.

Former Adver man and the Australian Prime Minister who vanished into the ocean

THE man on the left of our picture is a former Adver reporter who in 1967 found himself at the centre of a tragedy which made headlines around the world.

On the market for some tasty treats

Ella Walker meets food writer Ed Smith, author of a new cookbook devoted to the work of Borough Market.

Wellens aims for promotion after taking Town role

RICHIE Wellens believes Swindon Town belong above League Two level and is relishing the prospect of pushing the club forward after being appointed as the club’s new manager today.

Banned driver was caught driving SEVEN times in three months

POLICE caught a man driving while disqualified seven times in the space of three months.

Do you know what happened today in times past?

SWINDON

Tributes paid to Stratton dad whose life changed when he learned to play the guitar

TRIBUTES have been paid to a Stratton musician who once trailed the Rolling Stones for several months after watching them play Swindon in the 1970s.

Letters to the Editor: Tuesday, November 13, 2018

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COURT: Former Brunel Rooms boss used another's credit card to make Laser Quest booking

COURT: A former Swindon nightclub boss was spared jail after admitting using another’s bank card to make a booking for a laser quest game.

Temple plays host to young chess players

SWINDON’S Hindu Temple played host for the first time to the Wiltshire Junior Open Chess Tournament.

Swindon Town legends coming to County Ground for dementia event

Football legends from Swindon Town Football Club will be visiting the County Ground for a special event for people with dementia.

Spot the early signs of hypothermia and save a life

AN expert in elderly care at the Great Western Hospital in Swindon is warning people to be on the lookout for the effects of winter cold on elderly relatives and neighbours.

Headteacher helps save Kenyan twin school from demolition

WHEN Mike Welsh saw the school in Kenya his primary is twinned with was due to be demolished, he knew he had to do something.

Cancer claims life of ex teacher

A former teacher at Westlea Primary School, Susan Anderson, has died at her home in France after a two-year battle with cancer. She was 73.

FOOD REVIEW: The Weighbridge Brewhouse

The Weighbridge Brewhouse restaurant, overlooking the railway line on Penzance Drive, is packed with history in more than one sense.

Town appoint Wellens as new manager

SWINDON Town have appointed Richie Wellens as the club’s new first-team manager.

Review: Portrait of a revolutionary who wrote Dr Who theme

Hymns for Robots tells the story of Delia Derbyshire – the mother of modern electronic music and creator of the Dr Who soundtrack.

Three attackers punch and rob teenage boy in Moredon

A TEENAGE boy was hit over the head and robbed by a group of three other boys in Moredon.

NANCY BARNETT

BARNETT Nancy 13/11/17 A year today we lost you mum, you'll never be forgotten. Always in my thoughts, forever in my heart. love always Kevin xxx

SADIE CHARLOTTE FRANCIS SMITH

SMITHSadie Charlotte Frances Time goes by, always a tear in my eye Miss you so, now you are gone. Remembering a special Mum who would be 91 today. love you always Sue and Andy x

Loneliness on the rise among elderly in Swindon

Loneliness is becoming a more widespread problem among people who receive social care in Swindon, according to official figures.

This morning's traffic news

HEADING out to work? Here's what you can expect on the roads this morning.

Santa, reindeer and food stalls at Swindon Designer Outlet's Winter Wonderland

THE Designer Outlet has transformed into a Winter Wonderland as Santa and his elves set up shop inside the MacArthur Glen mall ready to give out plenty of presents to children.

Fitness and friendship club for the elderly coming to Toothill

A SECOND fitness and friendship club for the elderly will be set up in Tootthill next year after the first proved to be a success.

Amazing authors kick off this year's Swindon Youth Festival of Literature

THE 11th Swindon Youth Festival of Literature kicked off yesterday with an array of amazing authors giving terrific talks at schools around town.

Toddlers' playground could be moved in housing plan

A children's play area in Sparcells could be moved if plans to build six houses are approved.

Increase in police patrols in Pinehurst

POLICE have vowed to continue its increased patrols in the Pinehurst area as part of a crackdown on drugs and anti-social behaviour, after already carrying out 40 stop and searches on youths.

Tesco fundraiser helps in the search for missing persons

A £500 donation to Wiltshire Search and Rescue for a new radio will help find vulnerable missing people faster.

Video pays tribute to former Royal Wootton Bassett Town football players for Centenary

YOUNG soccer players have made a video tribute to town players from Royal Wootton Bassett killed in the First World War.

Businesses get top tips from experts on how to prepare for Brexit

AN expert-led Brexit Breakfast at Steam Museum is aiming to help businesses prepare for the challenges of Brexit.

Great nephew of fallen SAS soldier lays wreath in his honour

THE great nephew of an SAS soldier killed in the first Gulf War was on parade to pay tribute to the fallen.

Patient transport services helps out Wiltshire Air Ambulance

Centenary of Armistice Day leaves lasting impression on Swindon

THE commemoration of the centenary of the Armistice will leave a lasting impression on parts of Swindon.

SWINDON SUNDAY LEAGUE: Greyhound have the Edge on Woodlands

GREYHOUND got back on the winning trail in the Swindon Sunday League at the weekend thanks to a convincing 6-3 triumph over Woodlands Edge First.

SWINDON & DISTRICT LEAGUE: Ruby sparkle as Dorcan are downed

RUBY Removals kept up the pressure on Swindon & District League Premier Division leaders Ashton Keynes with a resounding 4-1 win over struggling FC Dorcan on Saturday.

Early promise quickly faded from Brown's Town tenure

IT was an appointment met with hope and promise, but Phil Brown’s brief reign as Swindon Town boss is over – and the club’s search for their fifth manager in just three years has started.

Cats coach Nell has reason to cheer

SWINDON Wildcats player-coach Aaron Nell admits Sunday night’s 2-1 win against Invicta Dynamos must be one they learn from, following another tough weekend which included three fixtures in as many days.

WILTSHIRE LEAGUE: Six of the best has Wroughton on the rise

WROUGHTON moved back to the top of the Wiltshire League Premier Division table with a dominant 6-1 victory at home to bottom side Malmesbury Victoria Development at the weekend.

More than £1m allocated to fix Swindon's potholes

Nearly £1.25 million has been allocated to Swindon to try and improve the state of the roads.

No-deal Brexit would be a nightmare for pet owners, warns vet

PET owners who want to take their animals away with them on holiday could find it difficult in the event of a no-deal Brexit, according to a Swindon vets.