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Swindon nightclub set to close after announcing 'one last party'
One of Swindon’s most popular nightclubs looks set to close its doors for good after announcing “one last party.” Tree nightclub, in Hoopers Place, has been a staple of Old Town’s nightlife scene since it was launched by Rendezvous restaurant owner
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Congestion on major route at Swindon after crash
7:48pm The full update from National Highways can be found below The #A419 northbound is now OPEN between the
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Police appealed for wanted Swindon man
Police are searching for a wanted man who allegedly failed to turn up to court. Karl Jobson failed to attend Swindon Magistrates Court on August 16 and officers searched for the 40-year-old in connection with this non-appearance. UPDATE: Police
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What should I do if my parcel is missing or stolen? See who is at fault
Every day thousands of people are ordering all sorts of items online, from clothes to gadgets and homeware. Whether it’s a birthday or Christmas present for a loved one, or even a treat for yourself, many spend their well-earned money on deliveries
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Kemp yet to be told of MK Dons' plans for him in January
Dan Kemp said that MK Dons are yet to make clear their plans for him in the January transfer window ahead of a potential recall from Swindon Town. The 24-year-old has lit up League Two this season, notching ten goals and eight assists for Swindon
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Two children hit by car on busy Swindon road
8:18pm Recap of what we know so far Police confirmed two children had been involved in a collision with a car
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'Man threw bike lock at car in town centre whilst drunk at 10 in the morning'
Police are trying to find the owner of a car that was damaged by a suspected drunk. A bike lock was thrown at a vehicle in the Islington Street car park at around 10.15am on Friday. Officers arrested a man in his 30s on suspicion of criminal
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Offices of national kitchen firm up for sale a year after company went bust
The former Swindon showroom of a national kitchen firm is now up for sale, one year after it went into administration. Optiplan Kitchen's Swindon site has been left empty and abandoned since staff were made redundant in November 2022. Workers
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I went to Swindon's brand new Vue on opening night and fell in love with cinema again
Friday proved to be an important day in the Swindon calendar with the return of a favourite town location. The cinema at Greenbridge Retail & Leisure Park has stood for many years entertaining residents with movies, popcorn and more. Yet this
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More than 30 people arrested over weekend as dispersal notice issued for Old Town
Dozens of arrests, drunken assaults, a dispersal order, reports of a grenade, and the lifesaving effort of a good Samaritan encompassed what was just another weekend for Swindon’s police. The force dealt with 294 reports between 6pm on Friday and
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Watch the moment brave police officer crashes into driver going wrong way on M4
Brave police officers stopped a driver speeding the wrong way down the M4 by crashing into her vehicle. PCs Mark Martin-Dye and Callum Bushell responded to a call about a small car travelling the wrong way between Junctions 5 and 6 in Berkshire
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Austin felt he 'needed' time on the bench
Charlie Austin said that he felt he needed the rest that Michael Flynn afforded to him by taking him out of the starting 11. After starting Swindon Town’s first 18 league games of the season, Austin has been used from the bench during their last
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FLASH SALE: Digital subscription to Swindon Advertiser just £4 for 4 months
READERS who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 15% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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Ground-breaking hotel just outside Swindon wins prestigious award
A ground-breaking hotel near Swindon has been named a winner at a prestigious award ceremony. The Thyme Hotel at Southrop near Lechlade has claimed the title of Best Sustainable Hotel in the UK at the GrINN Awards for Sustainable Tourism in Europe
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Reopening date revealed for Link Centre's swimming pool
A date for the reopening of the Link Centre’s swimming pool has been confirmed. Damage caused by autumn floods forced the West Swindon leisure centre to shut many of its facilities for weeks. The ice rink is set to reopen this month, and the
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Supermarine 'didn't look like a team trying to get out of trouble' - Fleetwood
Stuart Fleetwood felt Swindon Supermarine didn’t look like a team trying to get out of trouble in their 2-1 defeat to Dorchester Town. On a heavy pitch, the Magpies put in a resolute defensive performance and deserved their victory, taking their
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Police launch search for man after he fails to show at court
Police are appealing for information to find a wanted man. Officers are searching for Jonathan Relph after he failed to attend court in Swindon on two occasions - once on October 13, and again on December 11. A custody photo of the 58-
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'There is no in-between': Flynn frustrated by lack of consistency
Michael Flynn lamented the inconsistency of his squad in executing the finer details of the game across the season so far. In a performance the Swindon Town boss referred to as “the worst we have been all season”, Swindon were demolished 4-0 by
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Risk of mosquito-borne diseases looms for UK, health officials warn
Mosquito-borne diseases could arrive in the UK as early as the 2040s, health officials have warned. There is concern the UK could become more suitable for invasive species such as the Asian tiger mosquito. It has the potential to spread dengue
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Thief caused £2,000 of damage to Swindon Sports Direct
A thief has been sentenced for causing more than £2,000 in damage to a town centre shop. Anca Bulencea, of Victoria Road in Old Town, admitted to several offences, including theft, assault, and criminal damage, at Swindon Magistrates Court
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Woman banned from town centre nightclub after assaulting officers
A Swindon woman has been banned from a town centre nightclub after admitting to assaulting three police officers. Tori Thompson, of Shenton Close in Stratton, appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday, December 4 for sentencing. The 23
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Council asks for millions more in cash as work starts on Health Hydro refurb
A bid for in excess of £4 million more in funding to allow more improvements to be made to the Victorian Health Hydro in Milton Road has been made by Swindon Borough Council. This comes as work has begun on fixing the roofs and stonework and windows
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HGVs set to be banned from busy road into town centre
Lorries and other heavy goods vehicles may be prevented from using Kingshill Road, a major route to and from the town centre and west Swindon, to prevent unacceptable levels of pollution. The steep hill, which is partially bordered by houses with
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Blue badge parking row leaves couple 'depressed and sleepless'
A couple have been left outraged after they claim they were unfairly fined for parking using their blue badge. Gordon and Jean Harris visited Swindon town centre on November 22 and parked on the double yellow lines on Edgeware Road. Their blue
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IN PICTURES: Arkells’ annual Christmas market in Swindon
A popular Christmas market held at a local Swindon brewery returned over the weekend bigger and better than ever. Arkell's festive-filled market took place at their Kingsdown Brewery on Saturday from 10am to 2pm and saw huge crowds turn out to
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Damaging report says UK could slip back into 'Victorian' rich and poor divide
A report has suggested that UK is in danger of slipping back into a Victorian-age gap between mainstream society and an impoverished underclass. Covid lockdowns had a “catastrophic effect” on the nation’s social fabric and the most disadvantaged