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Tesco ten-day warning to everyone with a Clubcard
Tesco shoppers with a Clubcard are being warned of a major change coming to the supermarket in less than two weeks. Tesco will shut down its digital version of its Clubcard on April 18, 2023. Customers currently use the app instead of carrying
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Tesco 'do not eat' warning due to potential health risk
Tesco is recalling one of its cereals over fears the product is a “possible health risk”. The supermarket giant has recalled its Tesco Free From Bran Flakes, as some packs may contain amounts of another cereal which contains allergy risks not mentioned
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Street cordoned off after suspected burglar climbed on roof
A MAJOR street in Cirencester was closed while police negotiated with a burglary suspect who had climbed onto a bar roof. Police closed off Castle Street after pursuing a man through town on Wednesday (April 5). The suspect then proceeded to
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Windows covered as shop moves out of town centre
Windows have been covered over and branding removed from a shop in Swindon as a business moves out of the town centre. Card shop Clintons has been based at 5 Regent Street for several years but it announced at the end of last month that the store
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The Swindon shop proving to be huge draw for celebrities and film studios
The owners of a retro toy shop in Swindon have revealed some of their famous clientele who have visited. In 2021, Adam Kaye and his brother Matt founded the Back to the Past store at 49 Cricklade Road in Gorse Hill. The shop specialises in
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Disgruntled Swindon fans leave cynical flag outside County Ground
A flag criticising Swindon Town was spotted outside the football club’s stadium following their most recent game. The Robins succumbed to a 4-2 defeat to Mansfield Town on Good Friday at the County Ground which is the latest disappointment in a
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Music legend Paul Weller to play gig at a unique nearby venue
Paul Weller has announced dates as part of Forest Live 2023, the summer concert series presented by Forestry England. The iconic musician will be performing amongst the trees at the nearby Westonbirt Arboretum as part of this year's series of gigs
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Wiltshire pub has just been awarded 'best in the South West' award
A people-led pub that 'cares deeply about its guests' has been recognised as one of the best in the region. The Bell & Crown, in Zeals, was named among the 'best in the south west' by the National Pub & Bar Awards 2023. It is owned by Salisbury-based
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Swindon local election 2023: The wards where it could be won or lost
Anything can happen in elections. It’s possible that on May 5 the Liberal Democrats find themselves with 19 seats and from a minority or coalition administration with Labour in Swindon, or even a blue/yellow alliance with the Tories. Or perhaps
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Sainsbury's shoppers unhappy with 'disgusting' change to meat product
A major change to meat packaging at Sainsbury’s has been branded “disgusting” and “unappetising” by shoppers. The switch has drawn complaints from customers who say it has turned mince into “mush” and now resembles “someone’s kidney”. The supermarket
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Expert says UK drivers could be sent to prison for eating too much chocolate
As Easter approaches, motorists are being warned about consuming too much chocolate before driving. Motoring experts say indulging in Easter eggs could see drivers end up with a huge fine and even behind bars if they decide to get behind the wheel
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Decades caring for Swindon babies earns nurse lifetime award nod
A pioneering Swindon neonatal nurse who retired earlier this year has been nominated for a national lifetime achievement award. Swindon's Great Western Hospital is now asking for local people to show their support by voting for her in the awards
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Boswells café opens in new town centre location
A café has reopened in Swindon at a new location after previously being housed in the town’s shopping centre. Boswell Cafe, which has been in the arcade side of the Brunel Shopping Centre for several years, confirmed plans to leave and re-open
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Two police officers hospitalised after serious crash
A major road in Wiltshire has been closed off following a car crash which included a police vehicle. The crossroads near Chelworth Industrial Estate in Cricklade is currently closed following a crash which involved a car and a police vehicle.
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Joy as new section of Swindon play park opens
An important part of Coate Water's play park has finally opened. While families flocked to try out the new £500,000 play area when it opened on March 24, one of them was not usable. To the left-hand side of the park is a wheelchair swing that
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What we know so far after police car smash leaves three injured
Three people are in hospital, including two police officers, after an early morning car crash. The crossroads near Chelworth Industrial Estate in Cricklade remains closed following a crash which involved a car and a police vehicle. Both of
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Fourth person arrested following Swindon shooting
A fourth person has been arrested following a shooting incident in Swindon last month. The incident occurred near Sackville Close on Thursday, March 23, in which a 45-year-old man suffered a serious gunshot wound which required hospital treatment
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What we found when we tried out Swindon's newly renovated tapas restaurant
Whenever you are asked to review food, you know that you have picked the right career path and this is all the more enhanced when it is a local business with fantastic homemade dishes. I was lucky enough to be able to have a meal at the newly renovated
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Band XTC getting mural in their honour in Swindon
Work has begun on a mural to honour alternative band XTC in their hometown of Swindon. The group was formed in 1972 by Swindonians Colin Moulding and Andy Partridge, rising to fame with major hits including ‘We’re Only Making Plans For Nigel’ and
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Violent attack in lift one of several incidents at troubled estate
Neighbours in a Swindon estate have described a violent attack in the lift of a Swindon housing block, which has reportedly left one man with serious injuries. One resident, who asked to remain anonymous, told the Adver of a disturbance at Briarswood
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'I don't care what your motivation is - you need to find it'
SWINDON Town head coach Jody Morris insists his players should not need to find motivation for the remaining seven matches this season and stated any lack of drive to win would be “a worry.” Morris’ men produced a flat and unimaginative display
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Swindon player ratings following defeat by Mansfield
ADVER Sport assesses the performances of the Swindon Town players following the club’s 4-2 defeat at home to Mansfield Town on Good Friday. Sol Brynn: 6 It is rare that a goalkeeper concedes four times and is largely blameless for any of them
