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Aldi launches pet food donation drive across Wiltshire
3+ hour, 3+ min ago (261+ words) Supermarket Aldi has launched a pet food donation drive to support families struggling with rising costs. The supermarket chain is encouraging shoppers in Wiltshire to donate pet food at in-store community collection points throughout April in recognition of National Pet…...
Longleat lion inspired a new tractor tyre for space vehicles
4+ hour, 1+ min ago (437+ words) A lion's legacy could soon reach all the way to Mars thanks to a groundbreaking engineering project. Malaika, the former queen of the pride at Longleat, has inspired an inventor to recreate her paw structure in tyre form. The new…...
Top communication expert to open major UK conference
5+ hour, 23+ min ago (274+ words) A communication expert is set to open a major UK conference focused on the art of connection. Alastair Greener, who lives near Marlborough, will kick off the Professional Speaking Association's (PSA) spring conference, IMPACT! 2026, in his role as president of…...
International Canoe Race sees "brilliant" 2026 edition
5+ hour, 24+ min ago (435+ words) An annual canoe race from Wiltshire to the capital has concluded after an "incredible feat" from all competitors. Devizes to Westminster International Canoe Race took place over the Easter bank holiday weekend, from Friday, April 3 to Sunday, April 5. Those paddling…...
Fan hit with football banning order after shouting racial abuse at players
5+ hour, 37+ min ago (361+ words) A man has been banned from attending any Swindon Town FC football match for a period of three years after shouting racial abuse at the players. John Phipps, 45, of Slad Road, Stroud, pleaded guilty to racially aggravated harassment at Swindon…...
New campaign reveals how domestic abuse hides in the countryside
5+ hour, 31+ min ago (386+ words) A new campaign is shining a light on hidden domestic abuse in the countryside. Crimestoppers has launched the awareness campaign in rural Wiltshire, with support from the Sovereign Network Group (SNG). The scheme aims to help people spot the signs…...
Local Events in Devizes | The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (14+ words) Swindon Festival of Literature Storytelling Show: The Prophecy of Merlin'The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald...
UK and Nato allies "turned backs" on Americans over Iran, says White House
18+ hour, 5+ min ago (410+ words) Britain and other Nato allies "turned their backs" on the American people during the Iran war, according to the White House. The criticism came ahead of a meeting in Washington between Donald Trump and Nato secretary-general Mark Rutte, where they…...
Closing date confirmed for popular store at Wiltshire shopping destination
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (268+ words) A popular jewellery and accessories store in the Designer Outlet Swindon will close this weekend. Shoppers are rushing to get their last minute deals at Claire's Accessories in Swindon's Designer Outlet as staff prepare to close the doors for the…...
Lulamba gets to take distance chance at Aintree
18+ hour, 55+ min ago (563+ words) Lulamba moves up in distance in the William Hill Manifesto Novices" Chase at Aintree on Thursday, with Nicky Henderson eager to see the five-year-old he sees as a "future Gold Cup horse" end his year on a high. Owned by…...