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Murder probe launched after Swindon stabbing victim dies of injuries

A man has died after a stabbing in Haydon End. The stabbing occurred at around 1.30pm on Sunday afternoon on Mazurek Way, at the junction with Torun Way. Follow live updates of this incident here. The victim, who has yet to be identified

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Emergency response as it unfolded after killing on Swindon road

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Public warned not to approach balaclava-wearing men after stabbing

Two people have been arrested after a stabbing in Swindon on Sunday afternoon. A person was injured after the stabbing in Haydon End at around 1.30pm on Sunday. It took place on Mazurek Way, at the junction with Torun Way. Witnesses say

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Major project to revamp town centre park gets underway

A major renovation of a popular park in Swindon has got underway. On November 23, members of South Swindon Parish Council, the National Trust, Historic England and the Mechanics Institute Trust gathered as the first layers of gravel were installed

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How to win the family Christmas quiz this year

Read to the bottom of this column and you could win a FREE bottle of wine! If you find yourself at a Christmas quiz this year, or just one including the obligatory round about the festive season, you get to take home the first prize of a bottle

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'Council has created a racetrack outside my house'

The chairman of a residents’ group which opposed the changes to the layout of Oxford Road has said his fears have come to pass after 18 months of work. As part of Swindon Borough Council’s preparations for the New Eastern Villages, the road was

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New use found for disused area on busy Old Town street

THE upper floor of a building in the heart of Old Town has been given a new lease of life. Lee Marner and Andrew Careswell of the Business Generation Group have just settled into the space above Eggelicious and RUN on 3 and 5 Wood Street - and

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Swindon school sparkles in first Ofsted inspection in 14 years

STAFF and students in Swindon are celebrating after their school received its first Ofsted report in more than a decade. Moredon Primary School has not had a full visit from inspectors since 2008, in which it was rated Outstanding. After carrying

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Swindon refugee charity in exciting announcement after £140k investment

A Swindon-based refugee charity has found a new permanent home for the next ten years.  The Harbour Project will be moving into Broadgreen Community Centre in January 2023,  following major refurbishment work taking place at the centre. The

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Two dogs rescued from Swindon house fire

Two dogs were rescued from a house fire in Swindon on Saturday evening. Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Services (DWFRS) confirmed that the crews attended the property in Dickens Close, Liden at 6.31pm. Crews from Stratton St Margaret 

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Why this stunning house on the edge of Swindon is worth £1.2 million

The Rookery in Swindon has undergone renovations and extensions, and is now on the market for a cool £1.2 million. The house is located in the village of Stanton Fitzwarren on the eastern edge of Swindon, just 3 miles away from Highworth. The

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Fire warning to iPhone users as dangerous charger sold on Amazon recalled

Apple iPhone users are being warned of a fire risk caused by dangerous phone chargers being sold on Amazon. The AXIULOO 20W USB C Fast Charger Plug has been recalled as it presents a serious risk of electric shock and fire. The listing has

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Sick and starving Amber dumped in a field set for a happy Christmas with puppies

A sick, starving and heavily pregnant golden retriever dumped in a field and left for days has found her fairytale happy ever after this Christmas with a loving new family. The frightened four-year-old girl was so scared she she ran and hid when

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Swindon Advertiser death notices for November 28, 2022

The following death notices were published in the Swindon Advertiser during the week beginning November 28, 2022. Muriel Dorothy Dickinson Passed away peacefully on Wednesday 16th November 2022, aged 92 years. Beloved Partner, Mum and Nan who

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Five easy ways that you can better your wellbeing

After the recent success of national self-care week in mid-November, an initiative to raise awareness of what can be done to improve physical health and mental wellbeing, member of a charity have released some tips on how you can take care of yourself

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£80 million Premium Bond Prizes are unclaimed: Check to see if you've won

New figures from the National Savings and Investments (NS&I) have revealed that over two million Premium Bond prizes worth a total of £79.4 million remain unclaimed.  With prizes including five worth £100,000 and nine worth £50,000, many could

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10 rarest 50p coins in circulations revealed - how much they are worth

The Royal Mint has revealed its top ten rarest 50 pence coins in circulation. The move to ‘new money’ pounds and pence, happened 51 years ago this year, with the anniversary on 15 February 2022. Since then, over 70 variations of the 50p coin

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Warning you could be fined £2,500 for driving with a Christmas tree in your car

UK drivers are being warned they could face a £2,500 fine and three penalty points on their licence for transporting a Christmas tree in their car this festive season. More than a quarter of us will begin decorating our homes for Christmas next

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Swindon Town fan at Qatar World Cup isn’t coming home until football does

A Swindon Town fan who is currently at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar has boldly stated that he is staying put until England win the trophy. Sam Skeates, 34 has been in Qatar since Friday, November 25, and has watched England take on the United States

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How £150 million has changed Swindon's busiest roads and roundabouts

MORE than £150 million has been spent on upgrading Swindon’s busiest roundabouts and roads. What has been described by Swindon Borough Council as the biggest programme of road improvements in a generation aims to create extra capacity on main routes

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Planning applications considered in Marlborough

Here is the list of planning applications that Marlborough Town Council has considered following a planning committee meeting that was held on November 14. The town council resolved it had no objection to the following applications. PL/2022

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Wiltshire house prices soar by thousands - how much your home could be worth

House prices in Wiltshire have soared by an average of over £11,000 in the month of September, according to figures from the Land Registry. The latest data from the government department reveals that in September 2022 average house prices in Wiltshire

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'Grand Designs'-style homes in farm yard among latest Swindon planning applications

Here are some of the latest planning applications submitted in the area. Castle Eaton: Old and not very attractive farm sheds could be demolished and two new houses built in the yard of Lushill Farm in the north Swindon village, if Mrs AM Kennedy's

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Developer appeals against refusal of plan for 61 homes

Wainhomes Severn Valley Ltd has launched an appeal after its development plan was rejected by Wiltshire Council. The company put in a proposal for 61 houses that would have been constructed in the green space near Brynards Hill in exchange for

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The Governess says The Chase helped her prepare for Wyvern panto

Many will know Anne Hegerty as the imposing and formidable Governess on The Chase, but she'll be inhabiting a rather different role when she takes to the Swindon stage for this year's panto.  The television quiz show and I'm a Celeb star has said

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Wiltshire public notices round-up: Speed limit and premises licence

Here are some of the public notices that have been posted in Wiltshire this week:  Road closures: Wiltshire Council intends to close temporarily to all traffic: Gunsite Lane (Part), Avebury; from its junction with A4 for a distance of approximately

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Swindon celebrates Small Business Saturday with busy Christmas market

Stall holders at Swindon’s Theatre Square Christmas Market were pleased with the boost it gave their small businesses. The market took place between 11am and 4pm on Saturday, December 3 and was hosted by The Artsite Complex and Swindon Central

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Swindon nuclear testing veteran honoured by the King and Prime Minister

A Swindon-based nuclear testing veteran has been honoured by the King and the Prime Minister in a recent memorial. David Taunt, 80, of Blunsdon, served in the Royal Navy and was stationed on Christmas Island during the Cold War at the age of 19

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'We've gone too many games without scoring the first goal'

SWINDON Town head coach Scott Lindsey says his team must start scoring the first goal in games after a 2-0 defeat away to Crawley Town on Saturday. Under the stewardship of former West Ham United and Stoke City winger Matthew Etherington for the

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Domestic abuse expected to spike during World Cup game: What to do

Research indicates domestic abuse incidents increase during football tournaments, including violence on children. A spokesperson at the NSPCC said: “During the last World Cup in 2018, our Helpline - which takes calls from adults concerned about

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Swindon a town full of 'considerate and helpful people'

A TOWN FULL OF KIND PEOPLE Dear Sir or Madam, I am in my late 80s and came to live in Swindon three-and-a-half years ago. Almost without exception, members of the public have been considerate and helpful: neighbours, staff at the local