Residents are urged to be vigilant following a scam reported in Chippenham and Calne. On Tuesday 29 August, two men aged in their 90s, received calls from a man claiming to be a detective. The ‘detective’ told both men that money had been taken from their bank accounts and to assist police with ongoing enquiries, … Continue reading Police urge vigilance following local scam report
Melksham Area Board Meeting: 6th September
The next meeting of the Melksham Area Board will take place on Wednesday 6 September at the Seend Community Centre at 7pm. The agenda will include a consultation on waste management and an update on the local household recycling centres, plus detail on the forthcoming Melksham Family Learning Festival. The agenda can be found here. You … Continue reading Melksham Area Board Meeting: 6th September
Disabled Parking Bays
A disabled parking bay is a parking space in a residential area, marked for Blue Badge holders only. The bay is marked with white paint with the words ‘disabled’ at the edge of the box. A disabled parking bay can be used by any Blue Badge holder and is not exclusively for the applicant's use. … Continue reading Disabled Parking Bays
Tumble Dryer safety advice
The recent bad weather has meant lots of households with tumble dryers have probably had them working overtime. As such, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued some timely advice on how to avoid the risk of fire. Station Manager Graham Kewley said: “Tumble dryers contain powerful motors with fast moving parts that … Continue reading Tumble Dryer safety advice
Do you know a volunteer who does exceptional work with the police in our community?
Policing and Fire Minister Nick Hurd has launched the 24th annual Lord Ferrers Awards to recognise the outstanding contribution of special constables, police support volunteers and volunteer police cadets. This year a new category has been introduced for Technical Innovation, to encourage recognition of 'cyber' specials' and those volunteers using technology creatively to combat the … Continue reading Do you know a volunteer who does exceptional work with the police in our community?
Mental Health Information Evening
Everyone is welcome to attend an evening of information about Mental Health matters by popular local GP Dr David Thomas Monday 11th September at 7.30pm Spa Medical Centre, Snowberry Lane, Melksham Information about anxiety, stress, depression, and panic attacks (excluding dementia) Refreshments from 7pm Hosted by the Patient Reference Group
September events at the History Centre
The History Centre is running four events this September at various locations. For further information call 01249 705500. Wednesday 6th September 10:30-4:30 History Revealed - Bremhill - with Julie Davis, Ally McConnell and Dorothy Treasure At Calne Library for the morning session. Own transport is required for the field trip in the afternoon. Discover how … Continue reading September events at the History Centre
Victim Support in Wiltshire
Victim Support is an independent charity offering free, confidential and comprehensive support to people of all ages affected by crime - even if the crime is not reported. The service is free and confidential and is delivered by highly trained team including specialist caseworkers. They have built up good working relationships with a huge network of … Continue reading Victim Support in Wiltshire
Martins Road Pond clearance
Message from Paul Lenaerts 9th August 2017 "You may remember that we have had a number of meetings with the MoD etc about clearing the vegetation covering the ditch which takes the overflow from the pond to the culvert under the airfield and thereby to a tributary of Semington Brook. The danger is that if … Continue reading Martins Road Pond clearance
How many smoke alarms do you have?
Fire statistics reveal that one smoke alarm may not be enough to provide you with the best chance of escaping a fire in the home. Most people know that working smoke alarms save lives. They provide the vital early warning that allows for a safe escape and a tragedy avoided. But, despite the majority of … Continue reading How many smoke alarms do you have?
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