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Money mules sentenced after Wiltshire pensioners defrauded out of thousands
Six people have been sentenced at Swindon Crown Court for their part in the defrauding of two elderly residents in Wiltshire. The individuals acted as money mules in a £250,000 money laundering case that was uncovered more than four years ago.
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Wiltshire to see more trees planted thanks to large grant
Wiltshire Council has been given £50,000 for community orchards as part of a new government tree-planting initiative. The council plans to allocate these funds to communities to encourage community orchards throughout Wiltshire. The money
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Wiltshire charity raises huge funds to bring climate education to schools
Wicked Weather Watch charity has provided assemblies and climate change workshops for over 21,000 primary school pupils in Wiltshire – but they say it’s not enough. According to volunteers at the charity, the younger generation is facing an unprecedented
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Campaign sparked as large green space up for sale
A group of residents are campaigning to preserve a huge green space the size of 29 football fields, which is up for sale in Melksham. The land, which currently belongs to Cooper Tires, is up for sale after the company announced in October 2022
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Warminster Christmas celebrations sees biggest crowd on record
Warminster High Street was closed to traffic on Saturday, November 25, as the town staged its annual Christmas celebration and lights switch-on event which attracted crowds of thousands. The road was closed from 12pm, as The Warminster Independent
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PICTURES: Famous faces join Bradford on Avon Christmas light switch on
Famous faces and crowds of thousands turned up to the Bradford on Avon Christmas festivities on Friday, November 24. The cold spell brought a festive feel to the event as locals gathered around for the start of Christmas in Bradford on Avon, marked
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Grade II listed hotel could be transformed with flats and offices
A town centre hotel dating back to the 18th century could be transformed with the addition of flats and modern offices. Wiltshire Council has received a planning application from the owners of The Bear Hotel building in Chippenham - currently a
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Mystery surrounds store that has closed with immediate effect
Planet Games and Gadgets in Trowbridge has closed its doors, with mystery surrounding the reason why. The gaming company, based in The Shires shopping centre, advertised for more part-time and weekend staff in September, but only two months later
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Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, so sings Andy Williams every year. But for an isolated veteran, this couldn’t be further from reality. For most of us the festive period is a time for friends, family, and jollity. Sounds idyllic, doesn
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Land to become dog exercise field despite objections
A new dog exercise field will be created on land near Hilperton after plans were approved by Wiltshire Council. The field is located on Whaddon Lane, with the proposal stating private individuals would be allowed to book one-hour sessions through