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Voter's concern after 'campaign leaflets left in polling station during election'

A Swindon voter has raised concerns after she shared photos of what appeared to be campaign leaflets left in a polling station on polling day. A Twitter user by the name of Kerry posted pictures and a short video of leaflets from incumbent Conservative

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Scores gather outside polling station in key council seat

While some people might have forgotten, or never known there were local elections in Swindon today, there was no mistaking the interest in Broadgreen. Around a dozen supporters of both Labour and Conservative candidates gathered outside Broadgreen

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Eyes of the world on Swindon as polls close and counting set to begin

The eyes of the world are on Swindon as polls close and the counting of votes is set to get underway. Media outlets from London, and even overseas, were spotted in Swindon on polling day on Thursday to cover the election campaign. The Financial

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Lindsey says Town switch was 'best decision I've ever made'

SCOTT Lindsey believes switching Swindon Town for Crawley Town “has proven to be the best decision [he] ever made” days before his old and current side meet in League Two. The former Swindon boss will bring his new team to the County Ground on

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Killer guilty of manslaughter after 'devastating' attack on 'happy-go-lucky' victim

A Wiltshire man who threw a punch that led to a fatal wound has been found guilty of manslaughter. Paramedics responded to calls from New Park Street in Devizes on July 2, 2022 after 44-year-old Wayne Sheppard, of Waiblingen Way, suffered a serious

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Dad of three-month-old girl charged with baby's murder

The dad of a three-month-old baby girl has been charged with her murder. Police responded to calls about medical concerns from an address on Cornfield Road in Devizes on September 20, 2021.  Paramedics took baby Miyah Warnock to Bristol Children's

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Why Swindon care home had Nepalese food and dancers visit

A Swindon care home celebrated its tenth anniversary in style with Nepalese food and dancers. The Orchid Care Home on Guernsey Lane opened on April 30, 2013, and celebrated its tenth birthday last week. Manager Dawn Drew has had two separate

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Pranksters mow giant PENIS into 'perfect' lawn just days before coronation party

Pranksters have mown a giant penis into a famous 'perfect lawn' on one of Britain's most exclusive streets - just days before a Coronation party there. Residents of the posh Royal Crescent in Bath were stunned to see the large phallus on the grass

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Wanted to run your own business? New programme aims to help aspiring entrepreneurs

A new programme has been launched aiming to support aspiring entrepreneurs across Wiltshire. New Business Worx will provide a range of support and advice on starting and growing a business. It will officially be launched by the Swindon and

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'Fraudster arrested after conning renters out of deposits for flat he didn't own'

Police have arrested a suspect after hearing about a property scam in Swindon. The man in his 30s who was arrested on suspicion of fraud has since been released on bail. PC Andrew Lacey, from Swindon Police said: “We have had reports that a

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Zoo near Swindon becomes only the second in world to breed rare frogs

A rare frog only found in sub-tropical forests in Mexico has been successfully bred at a wildlife park near Swindon.  Cotswold Wildlife Park, in Burford, which is just over thirty minutes away from the town by car, is celebrating a 'park first'

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Leo-Stroud shaves off fractions in latest round of Harriers PBs

SWINDON Harriers’ sprinter Tye Leo-Stroud scorched to a personal best at the Brewer Games on Bank Holiday Monday. Leo-Stroud, who is making a strong comeback after injury, clocked a legal time of 11.69secs to shave 0.03secs off his previous best

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How much will King Charles III's Coronation cost and who is paying for it?

The Coronation of King Charles III will take place on Saturday, with tens of thousands of people expected to line the streets to witness it in person. The ceremony will see the monarch crowned alongside the Queen Consort Camilla following a 1.3

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Diesel drivers being 'ripped off' at pumps at around 16p per litre, says RAC

Drivers who use diesel vehicles are currently being "ripped-off" at the pumps, a motoring group has said. The RAC, along with other groups, has claimed that motorists and businesses are paying over the odds for the fuel, at around 16p per litre

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GMB viewer reveals shocking thing that happened to TV after watching show so much

A Good Morning Britain viewer has watched the ITV programme so much that it has burnt the show's logo into her TV, a post on social media has claimed. On the show this morning (Thursday, May 4) presenters Ben Shepherd and Kate Garraway shared a

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Paddleboards to Coronation flowers: Check out Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles

Aldi and Lidl's middle aisles are the spots to look at if you are on the hunt for a bargain. From watersport equipment to King's Coronation flowers, there are plenty of fantastic buys on Thursday, May 4. Have a browse at just some of the items

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I'm A Celeb... South Africa 'apologises' to fans after 'grim' drinking challenge

I'm A Celeb... South Africa 'apologised' to fans as one of its drinking challenges was described as "grim" and left other fans feeling ill. Newcomers Joe Swash and Dean Gaffney were forced to start their first challenge in order to bring treats

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Hours left in massive digital subscription sale of just £1 a month

READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £6 for 6 months or 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion.  A digital subscription is the best way to read our stories, as subscribers have

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Gunning press conference ahead of final-day Crawley clash: As it happened

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Man dies at Swindon restaurant after paramedics rush to scene

A man has died after a medical emergency at a Swindon restaurant. Police cars and ambulances rushed to Toby Carvery in Abbey Meads at around 5.50pm on Wednesday. Wiltshire Police officers attended the North Swindon restaurant to support South

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Motorist arrested after driving WRONG WAY up the M4

A suspected drug driver has been arrested after police received reports of a vehicle travelling the wrong way along the M4. The VW Golf was spotted when it arrived to help a broken-down van near Junction 14 (Hungerford) on the hard shoulder.

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Town defender scoops hat-trick of awards at End of Season Presentation

FRAZER Blake-Tracy was named the Swindon Advertiser Swindon Town Player of the Season for 2022-23 at the Official Supporters Club’s presentation dinner on Wednesday night. Blake-Tracy followed Harry McKirdy as the most recent winner of the prestigious

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Homes evacuated as bomb squad investigate suspicious substance found in shed

Residents living in a Swindon suburb were forced to evacuate their homes on Wednesday evening after police found a suspicious substance in a shed. Police officers, firefighters and ambulance crews descended on Badbury Park at around 4.45pm after

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Man suspected of rural burglary arrested in Swindon

A man has been arrested in Swindon in connection with a countryside burglary. Officers from neighbouring Thames Valley Police arrested the male in the town on suspicion of burglary at a rural premises in the Bourton area, near Shrivenham. 

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Swindon local election results: As it happened

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Polls open in crunch Swindon council elections - your essential guide

Polls have opened in crunch Swindon Borough Council elections. Votes are being held in 19 wards and on seven parish councils across the borough. Here’s everything you need to know. The make-up of the council There are 19 out of 57 Borough

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The ONE thing you need to vote in Swindon's local elections today

If you’re planning on going to your polling station today to vote in Swindon’s local elections, you don’t need your poll card, and you don’t need to take a pencil along. But you will need the right sort of photo ID. New rules brought in by

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Young mum left shocked after purse 'STOLEN by pensioner'

A Swindon mother was left disgusted after her purse was allegedly stolen by a pensioner as she paid for her shopping in her local convenience store. Charissa Livingstone was visiting the Simply Local store on Moredon Road at around 10am on Sunday

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Plans revealed for new exciting attraction coming to Swindon

SWINDON'S Freedog sports complex has announced a major refurbishment is coming this year. The business, in Techno Trading Estate, Bramble Road, is well known for its trampolines and climbing areas but will be losing the trampolines, which have

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Outpouring of support ahead of fundraiser for young Swindon model who died recently

A fashion event will raise money for mental health awareness in memory of a young Swindon boy who took his own life. Euan Schaub died on March 21, a month before what would have been his 16th birthday, and his funeral was held in April. The

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What times are polling stations open? Your questions answered ahead of elections

Today, Swindon residents will go to the polls to vote in 19 new councillors, who will serve them for the next four years. Unless you’ve already applied for a postal vote, or a proxy vote, you’ll be making your choices by visiting your nearest polling

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Crowning our POTS and confirming the next Fans Forum date

WE can’t remember how many times we’ve used the term “rollercoaster” to describe the feelings experienced by Swindon Town supporters, but here we go again! First the departure of Jody Morris and Ed Brand is announced – shortly followed by Sandro

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The adventurous pup and cuddly cocker spaniel vying to be named Swindon's Perfect Pet

The finalists of the Swindon Advertiser's Perfect Pets competition have been revealed. After receiving 197 nominations from our animal-loving readers who think their pet is the best in town, we have whittled down the entries to a shortlist of 10