Government go-ahead for bypass gets mixed reaction
THE news that the government is to help fund a new A350 Melksham bypass has been met with a mixed reaction locally. Whilst some residents have welcomed the news…
Dangerous pesticide ban to be considered by Wiltshire Council
WILTSHIRE Council is discussing a ban on its use of controversial pesticides – a move that has been welcomed by local campaigners. The council came under fire from local…
Gridlock! 90 min tailbacks cause chaos
MELKSHAM has been gripped by massive queues on the A350 with motorists complaining of delays of over 90 minutes at peak times. Southbound tailbacks going back to the…
Don’t let town centre traffic put you off!
Find a charity shop bargain and support you local hospice! DOROTHY House Furniture store on Church…
MP ‘deeply comforted’ by surgeries’ response to St Damian’s closure
THE office of local MP, Michelle Donelan, has reported that the politician has been ‘deeply…
‘We can cope with increased workload’ say town’s remaining GP practices
MELKSHAM’S remaining two GP practices say they have plans in place to ‘absorb’ the increased…
Help get the town tidy this weekend!
THE next ‘Town Tidy’ event will be held on Saturday 7th March and Sunday 8th…
Flood volunteers praised for defending villages during storms
EMERGENCY volunteers have been praised for their work during storms ‘Ciara’ and ‘Dennis’ protecting the villages…
Melksham bypass gets green light from the government
The government has announced its support to fund plans for a A350 Melksham bypass. Wiltshire…
Crash survivor prepares for next challenge
MELKSHAM fundraiser, Luke Dark, will tackle the Bath Half Marathon next month to raise money for Wiltshire…
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