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Urgent police appeal to find missing Swindon man
Police are urgently appealing to the public for help in finding missing person Paul Jones. The 47-year-old was reported missing from his home in central Swindon, near the train station, on Saturday morning. He is described as white, bald,
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Everything to know about Premium Bonds prizes and how they're shared out
Around 21 million people in the UK have premium bonds but how are the prizes shared out? First introduced in 1956, Premium Bonds are an investment product which is issued by National Savings and Investments (NS&I). With Premium Bonds, you
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What score can you get - Take this pub quiz to find out
The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz. Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.
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Flynn credited his side for 'sticking together' at Harrogate
Michael Flynn said that his Swindon Town side stuck together to earn a point during their 1-1 draw against Harrogate Town. Jake Young scored for a fourth consecutive match to give Swindon the lead at the break with a delicious curling strike from
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Dates and location for return of popular fireman Santa
In what is quickly becoming one of the town's annual festive traditions, Westlea Fire Station has confirmed Fireman Santa will be returning. For the last few years, Father Christmas has toured parts of Swindon while sitting atop a vintage fire
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Week of activities for underprivileged children in Swindon
One of Swindon's newest schools will be hosting a week of activities for underprivileged children. Headstart Skillz will be running activities for underprivileged children within Swindon at the Deanery CE Academy in Wichelstowe in December.
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Police warning after suspect spotted trying to open cars
Police have warned North Swindon neighbours after receiving reports of someone trying car door handles in the area. Officers have released a photo of a man they would like to identify and speak to as part of their investigation into these alleged
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Update on man brought to court for driving 61mph on M4
New details have been released of a court case involving a driver who went 61mph on the M4 near Swindon. Farzad Rashad, of Memorial Close in Hounslow, originally faced two charges. The first alleged that a camera caught the 31-year-old driving
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New parking measures set for school after issues during drop-off time
CHISELDON Primary and Nursery School could be the subject of new parking restrictions from Swindon Borough Council. This comes following the school having to take matters into its own hands with its own safe parking campaign and placing child-like
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Town hold out for a point on the road at Harrogate
Swindon Town were able to grind out a point on the road as they drew 1-1 with Harrogate Town in League Two. Jake Young scored for a fourth match on the spin in the first half with a delicious curling effort that had Swindon in the lead at half-time
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Nearly 1,000 potholes fixed in one month as part of £1m spend
Swindon Borough Council workers repaired nearly 1,000 potholes in one month as part of a £1 million investment in resurfacing Swindon’s roads. The local authority revealed the latest figures about after the government announced extra funding for
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This DIY mistake could ruin your home as Brits issued warning by home experts
Homebase has warned Brits that making this DIY mistake could ruin their home. Mould in the home is a headache any time of the year but since it often occurs because of condensation, it can become a real problem in the Autumn and Winter months.
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Harrogate Town 1 Swindon Town 1: as it happened
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Site found for new home of Swindon Speedway
A new home has been found for Swindon Speedway races. For many years, Swindon Motorsports regularly used Abbey Stadium for its sporting events, but doing so became financially unviable, so the Robins announced their departure from the site in September
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The 'unique' pub in Wiltshire with its own cave room and visiting peacocks
There is a pub in Wiltshire that has a cave room and is regularly visited by peacocks. The Flemish Weaver is a 17th century watering hole which is located on the High Street in Corsham. Popular with locals as well as tourists, the pub is one
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Developers urged to rethink plan to axe Oasis pool's wave machine
Campaigners, an MP and councillors will urge members of the borough council’s ruling cabinet to press developer Seven Capital to include a wave machine in its plans for a refurbished Oasis centre. The Labour cabinet at Euclid Street voted to go
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Swindon-based National Trust accused of 'abolishing Christmas'
The National Trust is one of the country's most respected institutions, but according to some the organisation is coming after one of the country's most beloved holidays - Christmas. The charity and membership organisation for heritage conservation
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Couple 'disgusted' as they claim faulty British Gas meter could be overcharging them
A couple have been left "disgusted" after they discovered that their disconnected electricity meter was still running and potentially overcharging them hundreds of pounds. Kevin Jordan, 66 and Sue Sahin, 67 live in Royal Wootton Bassett and have
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Three years on from the day the Oasis Leisure Centre closed its doors
Saturday marks three years since the sound of people hurtling down the domebusters was heard at the site of the Oasis Leisure Centre. Since closing in 2020, the popular venue has been at the centre of a fierce public-led campaign to save it and
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates Court earlier this month. MOTORWAY: Ajay Ram, of Waltham Road in Southall, London, has been sentenced for drink driving. The 23-year-old pleaded guilty to driving a Smart Car along the M4
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Man jailed after sex attack on teen he said he would 'protect from sick men'
A TEENAGER who was sexually assaulted by a man from Melksham has said she has been stripped of all confidence by his actions. In a powerful witness statement read out during the sentencing of Scott Davis, 39, of Portman Road, Melksham, his 15-
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Best autumn walks in Wiltshire that end with a cosy pint
We're nearing the end of autumn now, arguably the best time of year for a relaxing walk to the pub. Autumn is famous for its harvest times, turning leaves, cooling temperatures and darkening nights, which make it the ideal season for walks.