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A group of four Backgammon players meet at Antico Caffe in the Littlebrook Centre on Fridays at 10.30am. They would be delighted to have new members join them. If you are interested please contact Neil Morris on 07437 428490 for more details.

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  • Concerns raised over new specialist school in Melksham A parent has criticised Melksham House School for what they say is a lack of support for their nine-year-old son, who has attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The child joined the specialist school, based in the Grade II listed Melksham House, when it opened in September last year. The parent said they were told by staff that the school “cannot cope” with his needs. The parent said, “Our son started at Melksham House when it opened last September. It was such a relief for us, we made it into a happy thing, we spun it positively to him, we paid for the school uniform. “My son has ADHD; it shocked me to think that they couldn’t cater for someone like my child, who in my opinion, is a normal child,” they said. “Melksham needs a school like that, but they don’t seem to want to cater for the children in there.” Read more on our website. The link is in our bio
  • Food and River Festival still open for bookings Stall bookings for the town’s popular Food and River Festival opened recently ahead of the event in September. The annual festival, which takes place at King George V Park, is a celebration of local produce and river-based activities. Last year marked the event’s 10th anniversary, with more than 4,000 people attending. The festival will run on Saturday 5th and Sunday 6th September and promises a weekend of community fun, entertainment and some of the best food and drink from the local area. Stall bookings opened at the start of January. Organisers say, “We are full for coffee sellers but still have a few spaces for hot food stalls and stalls selling crafts, chutneys and jams.” Read more on our website. The link is in our bio To book a space and be part of the festival, email info@melksham-foodandriverfestival.co.uk
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