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Squad rotation key for Swindon Town ahead of Plymouth clash
SCOTT Lindsey is relishing the opportunity of giving some much-needed minutes to certain members of his squad ahead of his side's Papa Johns Trophy fixture against Plymouth Argyle tomorrow. In what is expected to be a heavily rotated Town squad
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What era are we in now Charles III is King?
Since Queen Elizabeth II’s death, her son Charles has become King and with the change in monarch comes a new era. Her Majesty’s state funeral is taking place today, Monday September 19 as thousands gather in London to bid the Queen a final farewell
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"Extra archaeologists won't help" Roman road causing delays to route work
Village locals were recently given the 'good news' that Wanborough Road would open for Christmas and then the 'bad news' that it would close again afterwards for up to five months. Now, many who are frustrated by the inability to use the main
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Wildlife Rescue Centre needs willing handymen to help get things ready for Autumn
If you're handy with a set of tools and love British wildlife, then RSPCA Oak and Furrows wants to hear from you! The Cricklade-based wildlife rescue centre is holding a Maintenance Day and anyone who is able to help is invited to attend.
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Swindon woman handed very expensive fine for dropping cigarette butt
DROPPING a cigarette butt has cost one Swindon woman hundreds of pounds after she was taken to court for littering. Marlee Ferguson, of Heddington Close, was found guilty of depositing litter and leaving it on the floor of Midsummer Boulevard in
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Famous children’s author visiting Swindon school
A FAMOUS children's author will be visiting a Swindon school later this month. Jacqueline Wilson will be speaking to Year 7 students at Ridgeway School about her new novel Project Fairy on September 30. A group of 20 pupils will have the chance
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Universal Credit error will see council pay man's £2,000 rent arrears
A debt of £2,000 which was causing deep anxiety to the family of a man with autism has been cleared. And it was Swindon Borough Council which agreed to step in to pay the amount to Stacey Gramlich, aged 44. Mr Gramlich has autism and lives
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ITV bosses in talks amid calls for Holly and Phil to be sacked by This Morning
ITV This Morning bosses are reportedly in crisis talks over whether they should scrap a segment covering the Queen’s lying in state. It comes amid a petition calling on This Morning bosses to sack Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield after fury
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Exact time pubs, supermarkets and restaurants will reopen after Queen's funeral
A number of shops and pubs will be re-opening on Monday following the Queen’s funeral. What time is Tesco open today? Tesco has announced it will reopen petrol stations and stores from 5pm today. Tesco’s UK chief executive Jason Tarry,
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Stunning photos from the Queen's funeral as millions watch on
The Queen will be reunited with her late husband Prince Philip as she is laid to rest following a historic state funeral. Crowds of mourners have flocked to London, Windsor and royal sites throughout the UK on the national bank holiday, with the
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Why the Royal Family wore the uniforms they did at the Queen's funeral
The Royal Family has gathered as the UK and the rest of the world prepares to bid a final farewell to Queen Elizabeth II. The Queen’s funeral marks a major moment in history as the nation thanks Her late Majesty for 70 years of public service.
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Who are the coffin bearers at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral?
We will say our final goodbyes to Queen Elizabeth II today as the late Queen is laid to rest but who are the coffin bearers? The Queen’s funeral will mark a major moment in history as the nation thanks Her late Majesty for 70 years of public service
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BBC actor branded 'repulsive' for 'horrible' comment ahead of Queen's funeral
A BBC actor has been branded “repulsive” for sharing a “horrible comment” ahead of the Queen’s funeral. Shetland star Douglas Henshall has come under fire for suggesting the Queens coffin is empty, ahead of the late monarch’s funeral on Monday.
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LIVE: Swindon a ghost town as country watches Queen's funeral
12:22pm The usually busy Princes Street looking empty 12
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Who is in the main funeral procession at the Queen's funeral today?
Queen Elizabeth II’s state funeral will be held today and thousands will be in attendance with millions more expected to watch the televised historic event. The Queen’s coffin will make its way from Westminster Abbey after the funeral to Windsor
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King Charles issues statement hours before Queen's funeral
King Charles III has issued a statement to the people of the UK ahead of the Queen’s funeral later today. The King thanked the nation for the outpouring of support and warmth his family has received as a touching image of the Queen was released
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How much will the Queen's funeral cost? UK state funerals explained
Today, thousands will line the streets of London and millions which watch on through their television screen as the world mourns the death of the Queen. The Queen’s funeral will mark a major moment in history as the nation thanks Her late Majesty
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Huw Edwards takes apparent queue swipe at Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield
BBC journalist Huw Edwards has taken an apparent swipe at Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield who have faced widespread criticism for jumping the queue for the Queen’s lying in state. Huw, who was presenting BBC One coverage on the morning of
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All trains to London delayed or cancelled
All GWR trains between to London Paddington have been either cancelled or delayed this morning due to an electrical problem. Damage to overhead electric wires meant cancellations and delays of up to 90 minutes, with at least one train set to be
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Main Swindon route blocked by car fire
An exit ramp on the A419 closed this morning after a car was caught on fire. At around 7am on Monday morning, a car was seen on fire by the exit ramp to Blunsdon St Andrew on the A419 Southbound at A4311 Cricklade Road. Traffic is said to be
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Another Swindon GP practice ordered to improve by health watchdog
Another Swindon GP practice has been told it needs to improve after a recent inspection by the health watchdog. There was a risk Ridgeway View Family Practice potentially missed diagnosing patients with conditions including diabetes, according
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Swindon school placed in special measures receives latest Ofsted report
A SWINDON school which has been stuck in special measures for years is celebrating a Good Ofsted report. St Luke's Academy in Penhill had its latest inspection near the end of the last school year - and the results have just been published.
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GRAHAM CARTER: The Queen would surely have approved of Swindon tribute - and not cancelled the venue
Today is the day for reflecting on the legacy that Queen Elizabeth II has left us. As I said in this column last week, although I am not in favour of monarchy as a system of government, I do recognise dignity and duty when I see it, and the smile
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Swindon van driver's expensive parking mistake
A DRIVER from Swindon ended up in court after a poor parking decision. Davesh Goel, of Landford Crescent, was found guilty through single justice procedure of stopping his van on a pelican crossing. The 49-year-old parked the Vauxhall Vivaro
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Moment miracle toddler rings bell after overcoming odds to beat tumour
Here is the heart-warming moment three-year-old Albie Waite rang the bell to declare himself cancer-free. The toddler, from Fairford, was given a prognosis of six-to-12 months to live after a tumour was found in his collarbone, but he has defied
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Queen was 'a role model' says one of last people she handed an MBE
ONE of the last people to be awarded an MBE by Queen Elizabeth II has called her a role model for the elderly. Her Majesty made Care Home Volunteers founder Norman Edwards a Member of the British Empire in her last Birthday Honours list in June
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Woman who represented Swindon at Queen's last party pays tribute
A Swindon woman who won a ticket to the Platinum Jubilee Party at the Palace has reflected on the occasion in light of Her Majesty's death. Jane Scerri was shocked to discover she would be going to Buckingham Palace with 4,999 other lucky guests
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Adver readers' emotional poetry tributes to Queen Elizabeth II
A Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II Come rain or shine, The Queen still smiled Her walkabouts became A freshly walked Royal Mile. Meeting the People So well-informed Questions, observations Her reception so warm. Her
