Police Constables Wiltshire Police has launched its autumn recruitment drive, with applications now open for Police Constables. All candidates must register online and complete an initial eligibility form, including educational qualifications by Sunday 1 October. Candidates who pass the initial eligibility stage are then invited to complete an application form. Shortlisting stages include an assessment … Continue reading Applications Open for Police Constables & PCSOs
Should Keevil plant commemorative community trees?
Community Tree Planting Project Wiltshire intends to commemorate the end of the First World War (11th November 1918) at the 100th anniversary in November 2018. The Commemoration will take the form of planting 10,000 trees in the County to acknowledge the sacrifice of the 10,000 soldiers from Wiltshire who died in World War 1. Options … Continue reading Should Keevil plant commemorative community trees?
Do you value our Mobile Library?
A routine review of Wiltshire Mobile Library Service routes is being carried out and local residents are urged to comment on the proposed mobile library schedules for our area. The consultation documents are available to view online from the Wiltshire Libraries webpage from 4th September. Members of the public and customers can make a comment about … Continue reading Do you value our Mobile Library?
Police urge vigilance following local scam report
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
KEEVIL VILLAGE 