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Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Manchester United with 'immediate effect'
Cristiano Ronaldo has left Manchester United, the club has announced. The news comes as the striker unsettled the club as he spoke to Piers Morgan in an explosive TalkTV interview. Manchester United posted the news to Twitter on Tuesday evening
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Love Island star and TikTok viral sensation spotted filming in Wiltshire for series
Trainspotting icon Francis Bourgeois has been spotted in Wiltshire teaching Love Island star Chloe Burrows about his hobby. Francis visited Westbury station in the latest episode of Trainspotting with Francis Bourgeois. The Channel 4 online
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Swindon and North Wiltshire's hosepipe ban lifted
Thames Water has announced that it has lifted its hosepipe ban, three months after the ban was introduced. Across Swindon and North Wiltshire, 15 million customers were told they could not use their hosepipes due to the extremely dry summer that
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Oti Mabuse updates fans that she's returning to Strictly, but it's not what you think
Former Strictly professional Oti Mabuse has revealed that she'll be returning to the BBC show to choreograph a dance. The South African dancer, 32, has opened up about her time on Strictly in an interview with Women’s Health UK. Oti won the
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Autistic man selling purrfect Christmas hampers for man's best friend
A Swindon man who has autism is selling handmade Christmas hampers catered for dogs, after he was made redundant at his job. David Nutt, 34, came up with the idea as he has a fondness for animals, especially dogs themselves. “I need to help
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Tesco joins Asda and Lidl as supermarket limits egg purchases
Tesco has become the latest supermarket to limit the number of egg boxes customers can purchase amid rising costs and the bird flu outbreak. The major supermarket joined Asda and Lidl who introduced limits on egg purchases earlier this month.
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Latest update on work to convert massive town centre office block into 200+ flats
An empty and rather unsightly office block in the centre of Swindon is being given a new lease of life and two extra storeys. The large UK Life Centre office block in Station Road had been empty for several years when developer Vinesh Aggarwal
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Swindon is the second most safe town in the country
Research has shown that Swindon is the second most safe town in the whole of the United Kingdom when it comes to burglaries. The research, highlighted by security experts Locks Direct, revealed that Middlesbrough was the least safe as it was the
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Hero landlord praised for bravery after saving residents from Old Town fire
A heroic publican has been praised for his quick actions in tackling a fire that broke out inside a Swindon takeaway and by making sure the children who lived there were safe. Jamie Stapleton, 41, who owns the Tuppeney was on his way to work from
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Warning as increasing food prices could see more people falling into obesity
Increasing food prices could see more people in Swindon falling into obesity and malnutrition, health experts have said. The warning has come as Swindon Borough Council said it was looking to identify the specific reasons why people in the town
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Historic ‘Duchess of Sutherland’ steam locomotive wows train lovers in Swindon
Lovers of steam across Swindon were treated to an early Christmas present as the historic ‘Duchess of Sutherland’ locomotive chugged through. On Sunday, the London Midland and Scottish Railway engine was spotted going past Swindon light engine
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MPs told they can claim expenses on Christmas parties for the first time
MPs have been told for the first time that they can expense the cost of food and drink for staff Christmas parties to taxpayers. Advice issued from the expenses watchdog, Independent Parliamentary Standards Authority, in response to “frequently
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'Shoplifter spat at staff as others tried to escape with goods'
An alleged shoplifter spat at a member of staff at a service station in Swindon after he and fellow suspects tried to walk out with items. Police are investigating following an incident which took place at the Kingshill garage on October 24.
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Millions of people to receive £324 payment from tomorrow
Over a million families on tax credits can expect to receive their second cost of living payment tomorrow (Wednesday, November 23). The payment of £324 will be paid automatically into bank accounts for those that are eligible and could be paid
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Eurovision announces 'major' changes to voting system for 2023 contest
Eurovision has announced major changes to the contest's voting system which will take place next year. As part of the changes, for the Semi-Finals results, viewers alone will vote and make the decision. The Grand Final result will still be
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BBC star to open town's late-night Christmas celebration
COMMUNITY leaders are urging families to support local traders at this year’s Christmas late-night shopping event in Malmesbury. Malmesbury's Christmas Late Night Shopping event will see around 60 stalls in the high street and the town filled
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Man confirmed dead after three-car crash on major road near Swindon
A MAN has died following a collision on the A417 near the Air Balloon Birdlip roundabout yesterday (Monday, November 21). The three-vehicle collision, which involved a red SEAT, black BMW and a VW Transporter, happened at around 4.30pm. The
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Williams given hope of playing as Page praises Wales' strength in depth
SWINDON Town forward Jonny Williams could still play a part in Wales’ World Cup campaign after manager Rob Page stated the country’s extra squad depth will serve them well for the remainder of the tournament. Williams was an unused substitute as
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Man arrested after woman assaulted in broad daylight in park
Swindon Police are appealing for information related to an assault that occurred in Freshbrook’s Bloomsbury Park. An altercation took place between a man and woman shortly after 1pm on Sunday, November 13. The police have revealed via a Facebook
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Inconsiderate parking could cost a life as experts warn to park safely
Emergency services have warned that parking dangerously or inconsiderately could kill or cost a life. The services are trying to make people aware of the importance of safe driving and road use as the weather changes and driving conditions worsen
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Town Women to play FA Cup tie at SN1 this weekend
SWINDON Town Women’s FA Cup second-round tie with Plymouth Argyle will take place at the County Ground on Sunday. Town played their third-qualifying round game against Paulton Rovers at SN1 last month, storming to an emphatic 10-0 victory to book
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Hundreds of UK Small Businesses Contribute to Nationwide Business Survey
50% of UK businesses think that marketing has changed more in the past 2 years than it has in the past 50. Digital marketing is one of the fastest-changing industries in the UK. With new updates, tools, platforms and strategies constantly being
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Which? urges Black Friday shoppers not to "fall for the hype" ahead of the sales
Which? has urged shoppers not to "fall for the hype" during the Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales this year. The major shopping days fall on Friday, November 25 and Monday, November 28. The brand, which promotes informed consumer choices,
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Car Experts reveal life hacks to prevent condensation in UK motors this winter
Motoring experts have revealed how UK drivers can prevent condensation and fogginess in their cars amid worsening winter weather. Condensation is known to make diving more difficult by restricting visibility and making road use more dangerous for
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Royal Mint unveils collectable £2 coin to mark 25th anniversary - See the new design
Royal Mint has launched a new collectable £2 coin to mark the 25th anniversary of its creation. The iconic bi-metallic coin was originally designed by the artist Bruce Rushin in 1997. The need for a £2 coin emerged after a 1994 review of UK
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Wiltshire traffic fears as Bath plans Clean Air Zone extension
A new fee for HGVs going through Bath will drive more lorries through Wiltshire towns. That is according to the county’s council leader as Bath and North East Somerset (BANES) Council have proposed to extend the city's Clean Air Zone. It wants
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Wiltshire's number one rated restaurant set to close as energy prices rise by 350%
Wiltshire's number-one-rated restaurant has announced it will close next month as its levels of trade have dropped to those not seen since the start of the pandemic. Pizza Venti, at 140 Fisherton Street, Salisbury, will have its last day of trading
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Beautiful vintage American car spotted on the road in Swindon
Keen photographer Mark Fullick spotted this amazing piece of vintage machinery in the car park at the Range in Swindon. He was so impressed he nipped in to Halfords to ask the driver if he could take a picture. He said: “This is an Edsel, the
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School children come face-to-face with 220,000 year-old mammoth remains
Lucky pupils were delighted after their school received a visit from Swindon's fossil hunter pair and their remarkable mammoth find. Children at Down Ampney Church of England Primary School followed in the footsteps of David Attenborough by learning
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The most deprived area in Swindon has been revealed
Latest data from the Office for National Statistics gives the unenvied title of most deprived area of Swindon to Walcot East - a statistic which has surprised residents. As part of the 2021 census, households in England and Wales were classified
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Watch the World Cup at the pub - it'll have better human rights record than Qatar
The World Cup has started and people are still wondering if Qatar is a suitable host. On the same day Fifa said the 2022 tournament would be in Qatar it announced that Russia would host the 2018 event and look how well things about going with them
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'Loud fireworks responsible for beloved guinea pig Cracker's death'
The owner of a beloved guinea pig is mourning after she died due to stress after several loud fireworks were let off in Swindon. Cracker, who was six years old, was found dead on the morning of Guy Fawkes Day, November 5. “My husband found
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Young people with autism and disabilities star in new radio show
YOUNG people with autism and other disabilities are the stars of a new programme being broadcast on community radio station Swindon 105.5. Spectrum, which has been given its title by the team of trainees and volunteers, will go out on the fourth
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Meet the man aiming to be North Swindon's next MP
Labour party members have chosen their candidate to fight for the North Swindon parliamentary constituency. Facing off against the incumbent Conservative MP Justin Tomlinson, when the election is called, will be Chris Lloyd After being selected
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Benched Reed must continue to be patient: Lindsey
LOUIS Reed will have to continue to “be patient” as the wait for his next Swindon Town start continues, according to head coach Scott Lindsey. The midfielder has gone seven League Two games without a start, only beginning a game for the Robins
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Netminder scores in Cats’ three-point weekend
SWINDON Wildcats’ netminder Renny Marr scored the first goal of his career at the weekend as Aaron Nell’s side took three points from a possible four in the National Ice Hockey League. The Wildcats lost 5-4 to Sheffield Steeldogs in a penalty shoot-out
