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Opening date for highly-anticipated Designer Outlet shop revealed
The opening date for a brand new beauty store at Swindon Designer Outlet has been revealed. It was announced by McArthurGlen in January that Rituals Cosmetics would be joining the ranks of shops at the Rodbourne retail village. Hoardings were
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Police launch countywide hunt for woman wanted for breaching court order
Police are searching Wiltshire for a woman wanted for breaching a court order. Charlotte Branford has links to Swindon and Chippenham according to Wiltshire Police. The 42-year-old is currently wanted for breaching a court order. A spokesperson
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Replacement for closed Frankie and Benny's restaurant revealed
The replacement for a popular restaurant at a Swindon retail park has been revealed. Frankie and Benny’s permanently closed its Greenbridge Retail Park site in October, much to the dismay of customers. A recent licensing application for the
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More bike lanes, or better bus services? Councillors debate future of Swindon travel
Is it a better use of Swindon Borough Council’s limited cash to try and build more bike lanes, or to subsidise more and better bus services? The question put to the council’s leader Councillor Jim Robbins, and other members of the authority’s Build
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Politician Nigel Farage coming to Swindon for new show
Politician Nigel Farage has announced he will visit Swindon next month. The 59-year-old, who is also a broadcaster, will bring his live show ‘Evening with Nigel Farage’ to the MECA on Sunday, March 10. Farage was the co-founder in 1993 and
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The dentists in Swindon which are taking on new NHS patients
People are having to travel as far as Birmingham to see an NHS dentist and others in Swindon have had to pull their own teeth out because the town's dentists are at full capacity. South Swindon MP hopeful Heidi Alexander has previously described
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Garner explains how to get the best out of McKirdy
Former Swindon Town head coach Ben Garner said that allowing Harry McKirdy to be himself was the key to managing the 26-year-old. Garner managed McKirdy during the 2021/22 season as the forward achieved career highs for both goals and assists,
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'Driver knocked boy, 13, off bike before swearing and driving off'
A Swindon driver who knocked a child off his bike then proceeded to swear at the boy before driving off, police said. The incident occurred at around 8.10pm on Friday, February 2 at the junction of Sudeley Way to Woollaton Close. Officers say
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Great success for Swindon runners in South West Schools' Championships
Two young Swindon runners made it into the top ten at the South West Schools’ Championships that took place in Somerset this weekend. The event hosted in Ilton, Somerset brought together the best cross-country runners in the South West and two
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Snaps of Swindon Sainsbury's shoppers from the 90s
These nostalgic images show supermarket shoppers filling Sainsbury's in the 1990s. The Bridgemead store celebrated its 25th birthday in 1998 and the Stratton store tried to cut down on queues at the tills. The chain - then known as J. Sainsbury
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'Flooding possible' after warning for rain issued for Swindon
Swindon residents have been warned flooding is possible with torrential rain set to hit the region on Thursday. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for rain, covering large parts of southern England, and parts of south Wales.
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Three people hospitalised after attack at cemetery
Four people from Swindon have been arrested after an attack at a cemetery, police have said. Three people were hospitalised in the incident at Rose Hill Cemetery in Church Cowley Road, Oxford, on Wednesday, January 31. Thames Valley Police
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Swindon announce matchday ticket price fall for next season
Swindon Town have confirmed that they will be reducing ticket prices for next season, according to the Advisory Board minutes. The minutes for the January meeting of the Advisory Board have been published and in them, it is revealed that ticket
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Colourful children's story bus set to travel to Ukraine after refurb in Swindon
The people of Swindon have come together to create a truly unique gift for children still living in war-torn Ukraine. For months, the Swindon Humanitarian Aid Partnership (SHAP) has been supporting locally based Ukrainians who have been forced
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Council reveals massive budget blackhole filled - but at a cost
Bosses at Swindon Borough Council have managed to save £6 million in just a few months to close what was a looming gap in this year’s budget. And they think they can set a balanced budget for the next financial year in February, but only at the
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TV star coming to Swindon for a special event
A TV star is coming to Swindon for a special event at the STEAM museum. Presenter of Flog It!, Paul Martin, is hosting a valuation day at the STEAM Museum in Swindon later this month. The TV personality will be discussing and valuing different
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Police avert catastrophe after saving adorable dog from M4
A dog has been rescued after it was spotted on the busy M4 motorway. The loose pooch was spotted by officers from Wiltshire Police's Roads Policing Unit at around 10.45am on Monday morning between Junction 15 and 16. The brown and white spaniel
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Major changes at popular tourist destination near Swindon next month
MAJOR changes at Cirencester Park will come into effect next month. Electric pedestrian gates on four main routes into Cirencester Park - Cecily Hill, Windsor Walk, Barton Lane and Cirencester Park Caravan & Motorhome Club - will be activated on
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'Is anti-social behaviour a big problem in Swindon?' council asks
The people of Swindon are being asked to share their thoughts on anti-social behaviour in the town. Swindon Borough Council is conducting a survey on behalf of the Swindon Community Safety Partnership, which is made up of the local authority,
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Attacking depth means Town forwards 'must produce' - Glatzel
Paul Glatzel said that Swindon Town’s wealth of attacking options will push everyone to perform at their highest level. The German youth international got off the mark for Swindon on Saturday as he netted the opener during Town’s 2-1 defeat to
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Bassett battle to pick-up hard-fought victory over Trowbridge
Royal Wootton Bassett were pushed to their limits but ultimately came out on top with a 39-27 victory over Trowbridge to maintain their lead at the top. Bassett immediately went on the attack and a big run from hooker Scott Parry put the visitors
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'Important' £59 contents and building insurance warning sent to households
According to experts, there has been a staggering 19 per cent jump in the average paid for building and contents insurance. As parts of the UK were battered by storms, the average policy has been hiked by an eye-watering £59 annually in the fourth
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Cost of retirement up £8000 a year amid 'enormous pressure' on households
The annual cost of a 'moderate' retirement is up £8000 as experts predict grandparents will need to continue supporting other family members. The Pension and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) revealed that the income required for a moderate lifestyle
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6 'warning signs' that you have dust mites in your bed
Brits are being warned of six 'tell-tale' signs they have dust mites in their beds. About a quarter of a millimetre long, the tiny insects live close to humans and feed on the dead skin cells we shed. Since they prefer warm and humid conditions
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Loading the tumble dryer? Keep these 5 'surprising' items away from it
A team of appliance experts have revealed five items that should never touch your tumble dryer. Households with tumble dryers will know how expensive the appliances are to buy - never mind run. On average, they cost between £300-£600 to purchase
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More details revealed about 'attempted prisoner escape' in Swindon
A witness has described the dramatic moment police swarmed the White Hart Roundabout because of suspected attempted escape from a prison van. A man in his 20s was being transported in a Serco prison van for an appearance at Swindon Magistrates
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Multi-million-pound plasterer behind Gunning's managerial style
Gavin Gunning revealed that a friend in the plastering business has been helping him improve as a leader since he became head coach at Swindon Town. Despite being just 33 years old, Gunning will be Town’s head coach until the end of the season,
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Update on increase to cost of parking in town as price hike moves a step closer
A planned price hike at car parks around Swindon is a step closer to being carried out. Swindon Borough Council has advertised the proposed price increases, which would come into effect on April 1, in the public notices section of the Adver.
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Plans reveal new Greggs store set to open in Swindon
A popular bakery chain is set to open a new store in Swindon. Motor Fuel Ltd, the company which runs the BP petrol station on Cricklade Road in Penhill, has been given permission by planners at Swindon Borough Council to extend the shop building
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Adver reader's warning after scammer's attempt to steal money
An Adver reader wants to warn others after receiving a scam phone call from someone pretending to be from her bank. Janet Woodham, from Scotby Avenue, wrote to this newspaper after speaking to a suspicious caller who tried to get her debit card
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Future operator of Oasis could pay more than £1 million in rent - leaked document
The company which ran the Oasis leisure centre until its closure in 2020 could take it over again when it reopens, and pay more than £1 million in rent, a leaked document has shown. Currently, Swindon Borough Council has entered into a deal with
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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. SWINDON: Leon Burberry, of Trevelyan Road, has been sentenced for causing actual bodily harm. The 32-year-old indicated a plea of guilty to assaulting a man in
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Average Swindon council tax bill set to rise above £2,000 mark
The average taxpayer in Swindon looks set to be asked for more than £2,000 next year for the services they receive from the borough council, police and fire services. That will be the first time the council tax precept set by the three main organisations