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June start for Wiltshire's new highways contractors

11:30am Wednesday 22nd May 2013

A multi-million pound contract to maintain Wiltshire highways begins on June 1.

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Fifth decade for thriving Chippenham pre-school

9:43am Wednesday 22nd May 2013

The oldest pre-school in Chippenham celebrated its 50th anniversary at the weekend.

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Families allowed to return to homes in Mayenne Place, Devizes

8:19am Wednesday 22nd May 2013

Families evacuated from flats in Mayenne Place, Devizes, yesterday following fears of possible explosives in a neighbouring property were told they could return at around 11.30pm last night.

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MP's call for Wiltshire schools to embrace My Money Week

3:35pm Tuesday 21st May 2013

James Gray has called on local schools to take part in My Money Week (June 3-9), giving pupils the chance to learn more about money and personal finance.

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Wiltshire transport shortlist includes three new rail stations

3:11pm Tuesday 21st May 2013

A shortlist of 10 potential major transport schemes for Wiltshire was agreed by Wiltshire Council today.

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Wiltshire's top volunteers to be honoured

1:30pm Tuesday 21st May 2013

Hard-working volunteers and community groups who help transform the lives of people in the county will be recognised at the Wiltshire Voluntary and Community Awards.

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Volunteers needed for Wiltshire Police Children's discos

11:12am Tuesday 21st May 2013

Volunteers are being sought to help organise and run Wiltshire Police’s Bluez n Zuz discos.

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Cash in on My Money Week, MP James Gray urges Wiltshire schools

4:12pm Tuesday 21st May 2013

North Wiltshire MP James Gray has called on local schools to take part in My Money Week in June to giving pupils the chance to learn more about money and personal finance.

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Duke of Cambridge pleas for Help for Heroes support at centre opening

9:07am Tuesday 21st May 2013

The Duke of Cambridge called on the public to continue their support of injured British servicemen and women as he and Prince Harry officially opened four Help for Heroes Recovery centres during a visit to Tedworth House, Tidworth, yesterday.

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Energy scheme raises awareness of dementia in Wiltshire

2:30pm Monday 20th May 2013

To mark Dementia Awareness Week, which runs until Saturday, a warmth scheme working with vulnerable people in Wiltshire is raising awareness of the help on hand.

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Wiltshire College recognised in Wildlife Trust's green awards

3:21pm Monday 20th May 2013

Wiltshire College has been highly commended in Wiltshire Wildlife Trusts’ Corporate Green Awards.

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Princes William and Harry officially open Wiltshire's Help for Heroes centre

1:07pm Monday 20th May 2013

Princes William and Harry are visiting the Help for Heroes Recovery Centre in Wiltshire today.

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Wiltshire's Olympic Torch spend revealed at £209k

9:57am Monday 20th May 2013

Wiltshire Council was one of the highest spending councils in England in hosting the Olympic Torch for last year's Games.

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Unanimous vote ushers in new Warminster mayor

10:30am Sunday 19th May 2013

Warminster Town Coun-cil appointed Paul Batchelor as mayor and Andrew Davis as deputy for the next year, with a unanimous vote at the annual meeting on Monday.

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Words from prince before hero handcycles to his fastest time

9:00am Sunday 19th May 2013

WESTBURY Army hero Jonathon Le Galloudec was over the moon to achieve a personal best while competing in the US Warrior Games, after words of encouragement from Prince Harry.

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Vandals flipped vehicle in night

6:00pm Friday 17th May 2013

A couple from Bradford on Avon were shocked to find their car had been seriously damaged by vandals when they woke up on Sunday morning.

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Actress gives Dorothy talk

5:00pm Friday 17th May 2013

Actress Stephanie Cole, star of Tenko, Doc Martin and Coronation Street, will give a talk in a fundraising event at Dorothy House, Winsley, tomorrow.

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Enthusiasts revved up for Castle Combe automobilia auction

3:16pm Friday 17th May 2013

Motor enthusiasts will flock to the Castle Combe racetrack, near Chippenham, next week for the largest car, motorbike and automobilia auctions in the south west.

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Commissioner backs improved service for victims of crime

11:20am Friday 17th May 2013

The Police and Crime Commissioner for Wiltshire and Swindon is supporting an updated national draft victims code, but says support should be tailored to their individual needs.

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VisitWiltshire launches first tourism app

11:13am Friday 17th May 2013

VisitWiltshire has launched the county’s first tourism App, which showcases the best of the Wiltshire tourism offering, including App-only special offers.

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Law merger after Devizes shooting

1:04pm Thursday 16th May 2013

The wife of Jim Ward, the solicitor who died after being shot in his office in Devizes, is merging their company with law firm Wansbroughs.

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Gareth is new chairman of Wessex Association of Chambers of Commerce

12:08pm Thursday 16th May 2013

Gareth Jones has been appointed the new chairman of Wessex Association of Chambers of Commerce – the business network serving Wiltshire.

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Sir James Dyson inspired by death of parents to give £4m to Forever Friends Appeal

12:16pm Wednesday 15th May 2013

Billionaire inventor Sir James Dyson today said he was inspired to support the campaign to build a pioneering cancer care centre at Bath’s Royal United Hospital because of the death of his own parents from the disease.

• Inventor James Dyson donates £4m to pioneering cancer care unit

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£6million pot available for groups marking First World War centenary

12:10am Wednesday 15th May 2013

Communities are to be given a share of a £6million grant to help them mark the centenary of the First World War, the Heritage Lottery Fund has announced.

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Inventor James Dyson donates £4 million to pioneering cancer care unit

7:18am Wednesday 15th May 2013

Millionaire inventor James Dyson  has donated £4 million towards a pioneering cancer care unit at the Royal United Hospital in Bath.

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New dementia adviser service to launch in Wiltshire

6:22pm Tuesday 14th May 2013

A new dementia adviser service is being launched in Wiltshire to coincide with dementia awareness week (May 19 – 25).

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Job losses will not hit frontline services, says Wiltshire Council leader

2:51pm Tuesday 14th May 2013

The leader of Wiltshire Council has denied that over 300 potential job losses will impact on frontline services in the county.

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Jane Scott to continue as Wiltshire Council leader

12:18pm Tuesday 14th May 2013

Jane Scott has been re-appointed as leader of Wiltshire Council at today’s first full council meeting since the unitary elections.

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£4million redundancy programme proposed by Wiltshire Council

6:45pm Monday 13th May 2013

Wiltshire Council could make more than 300 people redundant as part of a move to cut £4million from staffing costs in the next financial year.

Call goes out Wiltshire craftspeople at Christmas market

3:44pm Monday 13th May 2013

Organisers of the Salisbury Christmas Market have announced plans for a ‘Made in Wiltshire’ chalet at the event this year.

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Debbie voted April's Wiltshire Times community hero

12:00pm Monday 13th May 2013

Fitness instructor Debbie Bailey was overjoyed at being voted Wiltshire Times’ Community Hero for April, after being nominated by her Zumba Gold classes.

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Wiltshire Police defend convoy used to escort mobility scooter

3:50pm Monday 13th May 2013

Wiltshire Police have defended using a convoy of patrol cars to escort a mobility scooter being ridden by a police community support officer.

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Carrying on legacy with torch action

3:00pm Sunday 12th May 2013

Students at Kingdown School have re-ignited the London 2012 torch relay by taking possession of the flame on its new journey around the country.

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Steph shines on big day

3:00pm Saturday 11th May 2013

Friends from the swimming and sporting world joined Paralympic swimmer Stephanie Millward to celebrate her wedding day on Saturday.

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Roadshows put Wiltshire's markets in the spotlight

11:55am Friday 10th May 2013

Wiltshire’s bustling markets will be in the spotlight from next week at a series of roadshows highlighting what products are on offer, and how trading at a market stall can be a good first move into business.

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Moving event for Limpley Stoke firm

5:00pm Wednesday 8th May 2013

An international event management company that has been operating from a 16th century mill in Limpley Stoke since it was set up in 2006 has moved to Bath and expects to double its staff.

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