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A reclusive pensioner died in a house fire despite the desperate efforts of neighbours who dragged her out of a smoke-filled room, an inquest heard. Firefighters said the blaze started after Joy Gold, 80, fell asleep or dropped a cigarette

A reservist soldier who saw close contact-combat during six months in Afghanistan has received an operational service medal from Prince Edward. Kingston-based Private Luke Thornhill served with the 5th Battalion the Royal Regiment of Scotland