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Swindon house shut down after police carry out drugs raid
A Swindon house has been partially closed and the person living there was arrested after police carried out a drugs raid. Neighbourhood officers conducted a drugs warrant at the address in Radstock Avenue after the property was suspected to be
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Here's how to see the full blood Beaver Moon tonight in the UK
Prepare for an eerie spectacle amongst our skies tonight as the "Full Beaver Moon" comes out to play. The moon will turn blood red before heading into the shadow of the Earth. This full moon is called the Beaver Moon as it happens at the time of
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Simon Byrne and Holly Scott big winners at Swindon Harriers awards evening
Simon Byrne and Holly Scott have been named the Swindon Harriers athletes of the year for 2023. The pair received their awards from former World 400m hurdles champion Dai Greene at the club’s annual awards evening held at the Swindon Supermarine
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Flynn challenges Town players to prove Saturday was more than 'one swallow'
Michael Flynn said that Swindon Town need to prove they can consistently perform as they did during their 2-1 victory over Mansfield Town. Jake Young’s brace sandwiching a goal from Lucas Akins saw Swindon win their first game for nine matches
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More details revealed on plans for new 80s and 90s-themed Swindon club
A new Swindon town centre nightclub promises to be a safe space for 'people who feel too old in other clubs', its owners say. An empty unit nestled between The Kop bar and The Original Ghandi Indian takeaway will soon be full of the best hits from
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Nationwide offering 'lucrative £200 free cash offer' to UK customers
Britain’s biggest building society has launched a £200 switching offer and a linked savings account paying 8% interest. Nationwide Building Society has revealed the Flex Regular Saver that can be opened using their internet banking or mobile banking
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Police issue update in Park North stabbing probe
A teenager has been arrested in connection with a stabbing in Park North. A 17-year-old has been quizzed by police after the incident on Thursday, November 23. It saw a man in his 20s robbed of his bike and suffer stab wounds which were not
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Last chance to sign petition aiming to save Boots pharmacy
A PETITION to save a Boots pharmacy in Swindon is coming to an end. This means that if any members of the public want to share their objections to the firm's plans to close their Boots Chemist store in Old Town, they are running out of time.
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Public warned not to approach wanted man in Wiltshire
Police are continuing to hunt for a Wiltshire man wanted in connection with domestic incidents. Lee Staples, of Cloatley Crescent in Royal Wootton Bassett, is known to frequent West Swindon and Royal Wootton Bassett. The 29-year-old is being
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First human case of swine flu detected in the UK
The first human case of swine flu (strain H1N2), similar to the virus that has been circulating among pigs, has been reported in the UK according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). The case was picked up during a routine surveillance in
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Two girls ‘attacked’ outside Wetherspoons pub in Wiltshire town
Police are appealing for information following an incident that took place at a Wetherspoons pub. Wiltshire Police have detailed an altercation which took place between four teenage girls outside the Bridge House in Chippenham. Two girls have
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Police probing Swindon theft release CCTV images
Police investigating a theft on a Swindon road have released a CCTV image of two men. The incident is said to have happened on Shrivenham Road on Saturday, November 4. The appeal was posted on the Swindon Police Facebook account on Monday,
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Flood alerts issued near Swindon after outbreaks of heavy rain
A flood alert has been issued near Swindon after bursts of heavy rain hit the town. Showers broke out across Swindon during the morning of Monday, November 27, and further rain is expected to fall throughout the early afternoon. A flood alert
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Cultivating young journalists: Enrol in Newsquest's Young Reporter short course
Schools are actively signing up their students for the Young Reporter Scheme short course, which is being launched now. Starting at the beginning of January, the four-month journalism programme is for students from school years 10 to 13. Similar
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Swindon town centre Wilko set to reopen under new owners
The closed Wilko in Swindon town centre is set to be given a new lease of life just in time for Christmas. The store on The Parade is one of a handful in the UK that new owners Poundland, which is owned by Pep&Co, will reopen. On Saturday
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Swindon gridlocked after crash on major road
3:10pm There is still heavy traffic going eastbound however the roads surrounding seem to have since cleared as seen on
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Michael Flynn on Accrington, atmosphere, and injuries: as it happened
12:35pm We are not going to get a player today as they have gone straight into their team meeting. I will be live from
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DVLA huge fine warning for anyone who passed test before 2014
Drivers are being warned they could be breaking the law if they passed their driving test before 2014 and haven’t made a crucial check. Motorists are being warned to make sure their driving licences have not expired. Photocards must be renewed
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Military themed 50p coin sells for £1,000 on popular auction site
A MILITARY-themed Royal Mint 50p coin sold for £1,000 on a popular auction website. This Victoria Cross Medal 50p sold for £1000 on eBay on Sunday, November 19, and was sold from the market town of Stratford-upon-Avon. The coin also had an
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All you need to know as new Swindon bin collections start TODAY
The biggest change to Swindon's waste collections for 15 years has now begun. All residents now have two additional bins to use - a food waste bin and a blue weighted sack for plastic and metal. New bin collection days should have been posted
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Flynn quips he is 'tactician of the week' after victory over Mansfield
Michael Flynn said he felt that his tweaks to the game plan enabled his players to put on a great display which earned a 2-1 victory over Mansfield Town. Town moved from their normal 3412 towards more of a 3511 for the visit of the previously undefeated
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Man in hospital after early-hours incident involving car occupants
A man was left in hospital after an incident involving the occupants of two cars. Police are investigating the altercation, which happened just after 5am on Sunday, November 26 at Swan Lane, Leigh, between Cricklade and Minety. One man in hospital
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Parish council forced to fish bin out of stream after 'vandalism'
Parish council members had to fish a bin out of one of the town’s streams this week. It had found its way into the stream by Mannington Recreation Ground approximately three weeks ago. After being made aware of the unusual sight, Central Swindon
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Swindon shops failing to check ID of knife buyers
Four out of the ten shops in Swindon subjected to a test knife purchase by police failed to properly check the customer's ID. Wiltshire Police has been enacting preventive measures across the town following a spate of recent knife-related crimes
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Mystery surrounds future of Old Town bar after weeks of inactivity
Mystery surrounds the future of a Swindon bar that has been closed for weeks. Woodys, on Wood Street, was rebranded and refurbished earlier this year, opening in February. Then-manager Daniel Oliver spoke about his excitement of the new era
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Brunel centre owners speak out over 'holes' at back of centre
Holes knocked into the rear wall of part of the Brunel Shopping Centre are just a normal part of the stripping out of the building, the company which owns the centre has said. Behind the part of the centre that fronts onto Wharf Green, some very
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Vandal caught on camera during graffiti spree across Swindon
A suspected serial graffiti vandal has been caught on camera tagging a Swindon shop. Local residents say that the suspect is working alone and vandalising the town in several different locations. The alleged vandal is recognisable with signature
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Your chance to send a message of support to our veterans
“It’s the most wonderful time of the year”, so sings Andy Williams every year. But for an isolated veteran, this couldn’t be further from reality. For most of us the festive period is a time for friends, family, and jollity. Sounds idyllic, doesn