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'Bank cards from lost wallet used in stores around Swindon'
Police are seeking a woman in connection with suspected fraudulent use of bank cards in Swindon. A man lost his wallet in the Hillmead area on September 12 and his cards were then used in various stores throughout the day. The force has now
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Purton Community Fridge opened in cafe - with TV cameras capturing the occasion
A NEW community fridge has been opened inside a local cafe. The Purton Community Fridge was officially opened on Wednesday, October 5, and the occasion was filmed by BBC Points West. Community Fridges offer free food for local residents that
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'You will always be with us in our hearts': M4 bridge covered in tributes after death of woman, 21
Dozens of flowers, cards, balloons and other objects have been left on a bridge over the M4 after the death of a young woman. 21-year-old Jodie Costello, from Wroughton, died on Saturday, October 1, following an incident on the eastbound carriageway
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This is how many uninsured cars were impounded by Wiltshire Police last year
Thousands of vehicles without insurance have been seized by Wiltshire Police since 2018 for not having insurance, new figures reveal. The statistics come as a leading motoring body tells drivers "don't take the risk" by dodging car insurance before
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Plans that would 'keep women safer by improving parking' REJECTED by council
A councillor was very disappointed when her motion designed to help keep women safer by redesigning parking in central areas of town was voted down. Eastcott Labour councillor Marina Strinkovsky had introduced a motion asking the council’s highways
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Iconic Swindon hotel preparing for major change
A SWINDON hotel hosted an event to celebrate a major shakeup. Jurys Inn looms large over the junction of Fleming Way and Princes Street in the town centre. Soon, the four-star accommodation will be known as Leonardo Hotels. A double-decker
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First homeowners move into new Wroughton development
A NEW housing development in Wroughton has welcomed its first buyers. Ridgeway Park off Marlborough Road has added around 103 homes to the village, including 72 properties for private sale and 31 affordable homes for rent or shared ownership.
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You'll be on track for atmosphere and thrills at the Barn Theatre's Girl On The Train adaption
With Halloween just around the corner, people will be turning to their favourite horror films for timely entertainment. But while not necessarily a horror story, The Barn Theatre's stage adaption of the hit-Dreamworks film The Girl On The Train
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Bird flu outbreak confirmed in Swindon
Bird flu has been confirmed at a beauty spot in Swindon, the government has said. Concerns rose after a number of swans and Canadian geese started dying at Shaftesbury Lake, leading to signs being put up in the area warning of suspected avian influenza
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Thieves 'in BMW took £15,000 of quad bikes and power tools from storage unit'
£15,000 worth of items was stolen by thugs who allegedly raided a storage unit. Police are investigating after a silver BMW X5 reversed down a track in the village of Ramsbury near Marlborough. The suspects are then said to have then hacked
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Community volunteers thanked by Swindon's mayor at special event
THE Mayor of Swindon thanked community volunteers who have dedicated their spare time to helping those in need. Coun Abdul Amin visited a tea party event organised by Swindon Borough Council’s Live Well team at the Foundation Park near the County
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Disruption for commuters in Wiltshire as rail workers strike again
Striking rail workers have gathered outside Swindon station yet again as the bitter dispute over job security, pay and working conditions continue. Members of the Aslef driver’s union have gone out on strike in a clash with the government.
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Johnson crowned U17s Laser Run world champion
WILTSHIRE athlete Thomas Johnson recently became the Under-17 World Laser Run Champion in Lisbon, Portugal. The former Lavington School pupil represented Team GB at Nations Park in Lisbon, and picked up his second gold medal of September - following
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Marlborough run in 13 tries as Salisbury blown away on derby day
MARLBOROUGH ran in 13 tries as they hammered Wiltshire rivals Salisbury by 81-5 on The Common in Regional Two South Central last weekend. The north Wiltshire outfit were four tries to one up at the break in spite of a first 20 minutes which manager
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Lidl jobs you can apply for in Wiltshire as supermarket launches recruitment drive
Lidl is launching a recruitment drive over the next five months, and there are plenty of vacancies here in Wiltshire. The supermarket is aiming to fill over a thousand new hourly paid roles across the UK, with new staff getting a minimum wage of
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Watch the best of Town's win at home to Newport
WATCH highlights of Swindon Town's 1-0 win at home to Newport County in League Two. Luke Jephcott scored the only goal of the game just after half-time, but Remeao Hutton made an equally-important contribution by clearing off the line in second-half
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Primark announces major changing room change as some customers threaten boycott
Primark has announced a major change to its stores which has seen some backlash on Twitter. The high street store has said it will be ensuring that it allows a safe space for women by creating a "dedicated fitting room area for women, as well as
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Match.com TikTok ad banned for 'perpetuating negative gender stereotypes'
An advert from the dating site Match.com which appeared on TikTok has been banned by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA). It first appeared on TikTok on June 30 earlier this year and featured clips of a couple in a home. A female voiceover
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Cheap Halloween costumes for under £20 from Asda, Aldi and more
Halloween can be an expensive time of year, with new spooky costumes, sweets, party decorations, make-up, accessories, experiences and much more. And as the cost-of-living crisis continues to be a big concern for families, many are cutting back
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RAC issues warning to anyone who uses UK supermarket petrol stations
A warning has been issued to anyone who buys fuel at supermarkets including Asda, Tesco, Morrisons and more. New analysis from the RAC suggests drivers are being denied a further 10p cut in petrol prices due to major retailers hiking profit margins
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Kate Garraway recently discovered she has a VERY famous relative
Good Morning Britain presenter Kate Garraway has discovered she has a very famous relative after taking part in ITV’s DNA Journey. The 55-year-old TV presenter, who recently replaced Piers Morgan for Life Stories, found out she is a relative of
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Swindon motorists in court for driving offences
SWINDON drivers have been sentenced at Bath Magistrates Court for committing driving offences. Matthew Dawe, of Saddleback Road, was found guilty through single justice procedure of speeding on the A303. The 50-year-old drove a vehicle at 81mph
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Shaftesbury Lake bird flu outbreak: What is it and can my pets get it?
With bird flu confirmed at Shaftesbury Lake and several birds dying, many locals will be concerned about what that means for them. DEFRA has been to the lake and has taken samples, and rangers from Swindon Borough Council have removed the remains
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My rescue dog from SNDogs was a reason to keep going
Rescue dog has been a reason to keep going I was really sad to see that Swindon’s charity SN Dogs has stopped after 10 years due to lack of volunteers. I know they have rehomed hundreds of really needy dogs and given so many Swindonians a valued
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Unanimous agreement as council pledge support to former service personnel
Rare unanimity broke out among Swindon’s councillors when it comes to supporting ex-forces personnel - eventually. Labour councillor Will Stone, himself a former soldier in The Rifles, the regiment that is a continuation of the Wiltshire regiment
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More than a dozen people have died after contact with Wiltshire Police in past five years
More than a dozen people have died following contact with Wiltshire Police over the past five years, new figures show. Every year, the Independent Office for Police Conduct releases figures on the number of deaths following contact with police
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Popular town centre restaurant celebrating after receiving top TripAdvisor award
STAFF at a restaurant in Swindon's town centre are celebrating after receiving a new award from Trip Advisor. The travel website has honoured Indian restaurant Kutting Chai with a 2022 Traveler's Choice award for Best Restaurant. This is given
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Wiltshire Council leader says tax increase 'might have to be looked at'
THE leader of Wiltshire Council has said an increase in council tax "might be an option that has to be looked at", amid rising costs and inflation. Councillor Richard Clewer admitted that lifting the council tax limit and increasing the tax precept
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Controversial golf course plans are recommended for approval
Many golfers in Swindon will be teed off at the recommendation to approve a plan which they say will hurt the development of the game. Plans by Twigmarket Ltd, which runs the public Broome Manor Golf Complex in the south of the town to make significant
