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Smith's delight at Socceroos bow
BRAD Smith was delighted after he earned his cap for the Socceroos on Wednesday night. The on-loan Town wing-back came on for the last 20 minutes with Australia 2-0 down to Belgium at the Stade Maurice-Dufrasne in Liège. Though he could not
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Howell stays for weekend
DAVID Howell survived another late wobble to book his weekend berth in the Omega European Masters in Switzerland today. Howell, who was challenging the leaders on day one before back-to-back double bogeys slipped him down the leaderboard, carded
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Police appeal for help tracing man wanted on suspicion of burglary and common assault
POLICE are hunting a man wanted on suspicion of burglary and common assault. Maciej Stadnik, 28, from Trowbridge, is also wanted on two arrest warrants after he failed to attend court for one charge of assault and one charge of criminal damage.
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Two women seriously assaulted in incidents which may be linked
TWO women were assaulted, one in a serious sexual attack, across Swindon yesterday in two incidents which may be linked. Wiltshire Police is appealing for witnesses to both incidents, which took place between 5pm and 9pm in Liden and Old Town respectively
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Website aims to keep young people safe from crime
A NEW police website has been launched to help young people in Wiltshire stay safe from crime. Youth Zone is an extension of the existing Wiltshire Police website and intends to offer a one-stop shop for young people to get advice and information
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Liden footpath locked down by police
A FOOTPATH in Liden is currently being guarded by Wiltshire Police officers whilst an investigation into an incident late yesterday afternoon is carried out. The path links Eastmere with Liden Drive and is currently cordoned off at both ends, with
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FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Gary Lawrence, 52, editor of the Swindon Advertiser, tells us about his life with food Do you cook a lot yourself? What is your failsafe dish? I cook two or three times a week. I used to be a (not very good) chef so I should say my failsafe
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SOMETHING FISHY: These little beauties are high in Omega 3
With Simon Rhodes, of the Lobster Pot Fishmongers in Wood Street Food Hall Sardines are small oily fish from the herring family. They used to be called pilchards but fell out of favour with the British public, who associated them with dated, tinned
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Bring back the sparkle
Michelle Tompkins yearns for the good old days at Le Rendezvous Le Rendezvous 36-39 Haydon Street, Swindon SN1 1DT Tel: 01793 526111 WHEN Le Rendezvous opened its doors a decade ago it was with a great big fanfare, and justifiably so.
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PUB CRAWL: 20 At The Kings
20 At The Kings Wood Street, Old Town Tel: 01793 522156 WHAT’S IT LIKE? Well-known previously as The Kings Arms but recently renamed as 20 at The Kings, this is one of the grand old buildings of Swindon. After a major refurbishment in March
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A BIT OF A MOUTHFUL: Tapas and bistro
Shareen Campbell and Phil Saunter, owners of Los Gatos and Bistro Les Chats in Wood Street, and the Swindon Business People of the Year, talk about life in the restaurant business The other day we were chatting with someone in a bar about what
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Food is the very best medicine
EMMA DUNN meets the staff and volunteers behind the scenes at a cafe with a difference – one helping to change people’s lives QUEUEING at the till for the Olive Tree Cafe, the busy venue looks like any other business of its kind. There’s a buzz
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Royal mail apology as Joseph gets shirt at last
ROYAL Mail has apologised to schoolboy Joseph Thomas-Trickett for refusing to give him a parcel containing a Chelsea football shirt. The package, addressed to Joseph, was being delivered to the home of the seven-year-old’s grandmother Marilyn ‘
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Some people are still adamant they will never vote again
Each and every election that passes we continue to see a worrying trend of increasing voter apathy. A 65 per cent turnout at the general election, just over 30 per cent for the local and European elections, and a shameful 10 per cent for some PCC elections
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Call for shop help
TOWN CENTRE: Volunteers are being sought to work at Prospect Hospice’s charity shop in Commercial Road. Anyone able to help can call 01793 813355.
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Invitation to run
LYDIARD: Runners of all abilities are welcome to take on a 5km course being held at Lydiard Park at 9am tomorrow. To find out more about the event call 01793 770401.
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Tribute to 1980s
OLD TOWN: Hits from artists including Human League, Gary Numan and Kraftwerk will be performed by 80s tribute act Syntronix at The Vic from 8pm tomorrow evening. For more information about the event call 01793 535713 or email thevicswindon@gmail.com
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Chefs asked to compete
SWINDON: A casting call has gone out to chefs in our region from production company Twofour Broadcast, which is putting together a new culinary series. The show is a competition to become a head chef at a restaurant. For more information visit
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Garden gathering
GORSE HILL: Swindon Allotments and Leisure Gardens Association holds its annual garden show tomorrow. From 3pm until 5pm at Gorse Hill Community Centre, the public will be free to browse the various flowers, vegetables and crafts.
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Rape charge goes to trial
SWINDON: Daniel Fraser will appear at Swindon Crown Court later this month charged with offences of rape, dating from April of this year. Fraser, 22, of Dixon Street, was transferred from Swindon magistrates court on Wednesday for the two indictable-only
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LIVE NEWS: September 5
3:03pm Police appeal to trace man wanted on suspicion of burglary and common assault. Click here for the full story %if(after3) %if(after7)
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THE LIST: 10 things to do around Swindon this weekend (September 6&7 edition)
AS another weekend beckons we bring you the latest in our regular weekly slot giving you 10 things to do in and around Swindon. If you have an event scheduled on Saturday or Sunday that isn't listed add it in the comments section at the bottom
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DAN THE FAN: Town's deadline day mirrors successful transfer window
Since the first transfer deadline day on 31st August 2002, it has become a key date for millions of fans, but throughout it’s 12 years, Town aren’t normally anywhere to be seen. But that changed this year, as Chairman Lee Power left it late to
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Collier primed for bench duty
PLAYER-MANAGER Sam Collier is ready to slip back in to a Shrivenham shirt this weekend but the Barrington Park boss will resist the temptation to stick himself straight back into his side’s front line. Collier has been sidelined since the tail
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Don’t run out on us
HAVING enjoyed a wholly positive transfer window Swindon Town’s next task will be keeping hold of the players on their books attracting attention. Four high-profile first team names could leave the club for free next summer, the contracts of Wes
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The supporters are 'getting' our playing style, says Town chief Cooper
MARK Cooper believes the Swindon Town fans are starting to buy into the style of football he and his coaching staff are trying to produce. The shift to a patient possession-based style of football has at times caused cries from Town fans wanting
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Aaron ready to launch with Cats
FORWARD Aaron Nell says he’s a bundle of excitement now that he’s finally linked back up with his Swindon Wildcats teammates. Cats got back on the ice on Wednesday night as they recorded a 6-1 exhibition match victory over Milton Keynes Lightning
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Slippery pet found in airing cupboard reunited with owner
A TERRIFYING tale had a happy ending yesterday as a slippery escapee was reunited with his owner. On Tuesday Naomi Bushall, of Redhouse, was given the fright of her life when she opened her airing cupboard to find a 4ft snake staring back at her
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Theatre puts on show for visually impaired
IT’S CURTAIN up at the Wyvern Theatre for a new service aimed specifically at visually impaired people. Yesterday, the theatre held its first performance with audio description in four years during the matinee performance of Agatha Christie’s Black
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The pie’s the limit for a daring drop
AFTER months of gruelling exercise and rigorous dieting, reporter Liz Mackley was finally ready to hurl herself from a plane, 10,000ft in the air, raising £440 in the process for the 160 Appeal. The skydive in aid of Prospect Hospice on Sunday
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Traffic patrols to keep pupils safe
NEW police and council patrols are being launched in a bid to keep children safe as they make their way to and from school. As the new school year gets under way a crossing patrol officer has been appointed for a particularly hazardous point at
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Help to bring back the carnival spirit
MORE help is needed if Penhill Carnival is to return to the area’s calendar, according to the organiser of a fun day running tomorrow. The 2013 carnival was cancelled last July after the organising committee dwindled to two members, who finally
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Broadband speeds up
RESIDENTS can expect a new era of internet surfing after Swindon Council agreed to help pay for superfast broadband to come to the town. A £3m project is set to provide 95 per cent of the town with the high-speed connection, after the council was
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Sign up for schools call to parents
PARENTS are being urged to declare their interest in two free-school bids being put together in Swindon or face the real risk of not getting their children into the school they want. The New College and the Diocese of Bristol are preparing bids
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SWINDON ROBINS 59 WOLVERHAMPTON WOLVES 36: Hosts find it all too easy
ALUN Rossiter made no effort to hide his disappointment at the challenge presented to his Swindon Robins as they claimed a comfortable three-point victory over Wolverhampton Wolves last night. Swindon, who ruthlessly swept aside Lakeside Hammers
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No weekend off for Cooper the analyst
WITH a weekend off Mark Cooper has no plans to spend his time away from the touchline with his feet up. He will be watching games, analysing Swindon’s upcoming opponents and he is already gearing his side towards next Saturday with Bradford.
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Local battles light the fire for Swindon
ACTING chairman Kevin Bishop believes Swindon’s campaign in South West One East this season has been sprinkled with added spice by the presence of three more Wiltshire sides in the division. The Greenbridge Road side kick off their 2014-15 campaign
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Security increased after youths attack cars in leisure centre car park
YOUTHS armed with chains and hammers went on the rampage and smashed up cars parked at a leisure centre. Police are currently reviewing CCTV pictures from Grange Leisure, in Stratton, after a gang of around 14 young people were seen entering the
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Partners show it takes two to tango
THE strength of their determination to succeed will be tempered only by their utter lack of natural grace, talent or coordination as reporter Marion Sauvebois and her partner Sean Cameron take to the dance floor for the 160 Appeal. In the spirit
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Green blight on the street
MOUNTAINS of green waste abandoned by residents who cannot afford Swindon Council’s removal charge are becoming an eyesore for householders in Park North. In March the council introduced an annual £40 green waste charge as a way of saving money
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Tough calls are on the way for Miller
PURTON manager Justin Miller is anticipating that he’ll have a few tough decisions on team selection to make when he finally has his full squad to pick from in the coming weeks. The wedding of captain Marcus Hall has taken Callum Hall, Jonny Cowley
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Marine to soldier on
SWINDON Supermarine chief Dave Webb reckons his patched-up back line will need to be at their best if they want to shut out Fleet Town this weekend. Webb’s side make the trip to Hampshire in the Southern League Division One South & West without
