HEROES JUST DON'T HESITATE

A man has received an award for saving a woman and her dog from drowning in a fast-flowing river near Lacock Abbey. He risked his own life to save them - and it's not the first time he's been a hero, either.

THE POWER OF THE MANY

Whatever we think about the usefulness of petitions, they show - we are all connected to one another. Over 44k people signed in a few days to point out that not only is cash important - lives depend on it.

THE ARMY - IN THE COTSWOLDS

"A new era of threats" faces the UK - and justifies a multi-million pound barracks for "cyber warriors." Increasingly, however, it looks as if the UK military may be looking in the wrong place for the enemy.

LOCAL HOMES - LET'S HOPE

Tricorn House - once used as gov't offices but empty for 30yrs - has been converted to living accommodation. Its owners rejected the gov't request to house asylum seekers - preferring to house local people.

WETLANDS TO BE RESTORED

"Eelscapes" aims to restore over 1,300 hectares of floodplain wetlands and boost wildlife including the endangered European eel. The project plans will soon be made available for local people to see.

POLICY NEEDS TO SUPPORT PUBS

Pubs aren't about alcohol - they're about communities, says the Independent Pub Alliance. This new coalition group will push for gov't policy that supports small hospitality businesses over corporations.