Jeremy Stern

England, Oxford

Journalist and Producer at BBC Radio Wiltshire

Mooncut Media Content producer

Articles

Disney's Rivals star David Tennant films in small town

1 week ago | bbc.com | Jeremy Stern

Rivals stars return to town as shops transformedJeremy SternSophie ParkerJo CrossmanResidents have spotted actors - such as David Tennant and Claire Rushbrook - out and aboutFilming for a TV adaptation of one of Dame Jilly Cooper's novels has returned to a Wiltshire town. Corsham was used as a location for the first series of Rivals, which stars actors David Tennant, Emily Atack and Danny Dyer, among others.
Rivals stars return to town as shops transformed

1 week ago | aol.com | Jeremy Stern |Sophie Parker

Filming for a TV adaptation of one of Dame Jilly Cooper's novels has returned to a Wiltshire town. Corsham was used as a location for the first series of Rivals, which stars actors David Tennant, Emily Atack and Danny Dyer, among others. A number of shops have had their fronts tweaked as the series is set in the1980s, with Boots being turned into an old-fashioned Waitrose and the town hall being transformed into a polling station.
Waste company excepts partial liability for Calne smell

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Jeremy Stern |Ben Marvell

Image caption, Simon Allen (left) acknowledged the issues at the Lower Compton site and said Hills is working to rectify the problemJeremy Stern & Ben MarvellA waste management company has accepted partially responsibility for the smell that has dogged a Wiltshire town in recent months. Hills Waste Solutions' admitted that one of its sites, the Lower Compton landfill, had been "identified as one of the sites in the Calne area which may be contributing to odour issues".
Swindon Council needs £50m to resolve pothole problems

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Jeremy Stern |Ben Marvell

Image caption, Chris Watts said that the money available severely restricted his council's ability to fix potholesJeremy Stern & Ben MarvellA councillor says that £50m might be needed to repair all the potholes in his town. Chris Watts, Swindon Borough Council's cabinet member for Environment and Transport, said funding shortfalls had led to a "backlog" that would only be resolved by an infusion of money, well beyond that currently received from the government.
Graffiti walls could be rolled out after success in Melksham

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Jeremy Stern |Ben Marvell

Image caption, Graffiti artist Baz Hurlow developed the idea for the wall with Wiltshire CouncilJeremy Stern & Ben MarvellMore legal art walls could be rolled out following a successful trial in Melksham. The project was started by Wiltshire Council in September 2024 as a means to combat illegal graffiti in the town and give local artists the opportunity to showcase their talent.
Marlborough residents frustrated as more roadworks begin

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jeremy Stern

Residents frustrated as more roadworks beginJeremy SternChloe HarcombeBBC News, West of EnglandBBCGary Farrow said trying to drive and park in Marlborough was "atrocious" because of frequent roadworksResidents have expressed their anger at "constant" roadworks in a town, as another project gets under way. A scheme to upgrade underground pipes to ensure gas flows safely and reliably to homes and businesses in Marlborough, Wiltshire, is set to last until the start of July.
Marlborough residents frustrated as more roadworks begin

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Jeremy Stern |Chloe Harcombe

Image caption, Gary Farrow said trying to drive and park in Marlborough was "atrocious" because of frequent roadworksBBC News, West of EnglandResidents have expressed their anger at "constant" roadworks in a town, as another project gets under way. A scheme to upgrade underground pipes to ensure gas flows safely and reliably to homes and businesses in Marlborough, Wiltshire, is set to last until the start of July.
Devizes Road closure sparks conflicting views in Swindon

4 weeks ago | bbc.com | Jeremy Stern

Three-month road closure divides opinionJeremy SternBBCLocal business owners, such as florist Charlotte Phipps, hope the closure will lead to more pedestrian trafficThe planned three-month closure of a major road in Swindon has drawn mixed reactions from residents and businesses. During the closure, which will begin in June, Wales & West Utilities will replace ageing gas pipes under the A4289 Devizes Road, one of the key routes in the town.
Devizes Road closure sparks conflicting views in Swindon

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Jeremy Stern

Image caption, Local business owners, such as florist Charlotte Phipps, hope the closure will lead to more pedestrian trafficThe planned three-month closure of a major road in Swindon has drawn mixed reactions from residents and businesses. During the closure, which will begin in June, Wales & West Utilities will replace ageing gas pipes under the A4289 Devizes Road, one of the key routes in the town.
Swindon school confirms bigger class sizes and less subjects amid low funds

1 month ago | bbc.co.uk | Jeremy Stern |Sophie Parker

Image caption, Chas Drew is the head at Commonweal School which has written to parents about cutting subjectsClass sizes are set to increase and the range of subjects offered to pupils will be reduced due to a lack of funds, a head teacher has said. Chas Drew, head at Commonweal School, Swindon, also confirmed that the number of support staff for children with special educational needs will be reduced and help for low-income families for uniform is being cut.