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'After eight minutes the whole game plan went out the window' - Gunning
Swindon found themselves 2-0 down within eight minutes due to a Stephen Wearne double and Gavin Gunning revealed that ‘the whole game plan went out the window’ following MK Dons’ early goals. Despite a late goal from captain Charlie Austin, Town
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Michael Mosley shares take on how to get slim quickly in time for summer
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed how to lose fat fast in just a few short and simple steps. Too much belly fat can increase your risk of certain chronic conditions. Drinking less alcohol, eating more protein and lifting weights are just a few steps
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Trains cancelled due to lack of workers available
Trains running to and from the capital have been cancelled this afternoon (Saturday, February 17) due to a lack of crew available. Chiltern Railways has announced three services will not be running due to a lack of staff. These services are
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Charlie Austin goal not enough as MK Dons edge past Swindon
A late Charlie Austin goal proved not enough as MK Dons edged past Swindon Town 2-1. In an action-packed first 10 minutes, Swindon found themselves 2-0 down due to a quick-fire Stephen Wearne double which gave the Robins a lot of work to do at
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What time is The Masked Singer on tonight? When to watch the 2024 final
Piranha, Big Foot and Cricket will battle it out in tonight's (Saturday, February 17) The Masked Singer UK grand final as they attempt to be crowned winner of the 2024 series. Celebrity judges Mo Gilligan, Davina McCall, Jonathan Ross and Rita
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Road outside Swindon Carriage Works ripped up for works
A section of the road by the Carriage Works business centre in Swindon has been dug up as motorists face the prospect of delays. The stretch of road spanning Sheppard Street to London Street has been reduced to one lane as orange safety barriers
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Government funding to council much higher than reported say MPs
Swindon’s Conservative MPs say the government has been much more forthcoming with cash than Labour councillors here are claiming. As the Labour administration’s first budget is going through the process of being approved and adopted by the authority
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Swindon cancer patients waiting months for treatment, data reveals
While King Charles has been diagnosed with cancer and has had a speedy start to his treatment, many who rely on NHS hospitals across the country aren’t so fortunate. The news of the monarch’s recent diagnosis and quick action has caused NHS foundation
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Vintage views from inside Swindon's old museum and art gallery
For decades, Swindon's collection of museum artifacts and creative artworks were housed and displayed in Old Town. A dedicated team kept Apsley House's cabinets pristine and curiosities preserved for countless visitors to enjoy until the historic
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Mechanics' Insitute owner 'thought it was time' to contact council
It was the owner of the Mechanics’ Institute in Railway Village who made contact with the leader of Swindon Borough Council, giving some hope of progress on the building. The council’s Labour cabinet has agreed a plan called the Route Map for
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Concerns over clause that would keep revamped Oasis open
Conservative councillors will press the Labour administration next week to show the detail of its agreement to sell the Oasis Centre to SevenCapital in order to get the pool reopened. A motion has been submitted to the Swindon Borough Council’s
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Councillor deaths means notice for possible elections put forward
A formal notice of 'casual vacancies' has been given by Wroughton Parish Council following the deaths of two councillors. Councillors Jeremy Kemble, 80, and Dave Edwards, 68, died in December and January respectively. Local electors for the
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Jeremy Clarkson hits out at 'completely daft' Welsh Government farming proposals
Former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson has hit out at the Welsh Government's Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) for being "completely daft". The SFS is set to take effect in 2025, replacing European Union payments that had been worth over £300m
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Swindon Town 1-2 MK Dons: As it happened
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Heavy rain on its way amid yellow weather warning
A wet weekend is expected in Swindon and across the county as the Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for heavy rain. The weather service has warned the rainfall may cause some travel disruption and flooding on Saturday afternoon through
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All you need to know on the 2024 Baftas including when it is on TV
The 2024 British Academy Film Awards (also known as the Baftas) are set to take place soon, with the ceremony honouring the best of cinema from 2023. Various films, directors, actors, editors, composers and production staff are up for awards in
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Jordan North addresses Radio 1 exit drama amid Jamie Laing controversy
Radio 1 revealed on Friday that they would be waving goodbye to I’m A Celebrity runner-up Jordan North after a decade. Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, Radio 1 said in a statement: "Radio 1 will be saying goodbye to Jordan North. "Jordan
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The ugliest dog breeds in the world revealed - do you agree?
The top ten ugliest dog breeds in the world have been revealed, according to new research. We all think our furry friends are adorable but sometimes ( sadly) the rest of the world doesn't agree. The new ranking combines analysis using the golden
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'Family man' on a mission to turn 'big boozer' into family-friendly pub
The manager of a pub in Swindon is on a mission to turn the well-known drinking hotspot into a family-friendly space. Barry Chapman from Stroud took over as manager of The Sun Inn, on the edge of Coate Water Country Park, in May 2023 and arrived
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Editor restarts weekly column for Wiltshire titles
Welcome to the first of possibly many columns from me, your friendly local neighborhood editor. After recent surveys and forums with some of our most loyal readers who would like to see the paper's thoughts more often, and only a slight bit of
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Wiltshire’s Wetherspoon pubs ranked from best to worst
JD Wetherspoon has made a name for itself as one of the most well-known pub chains across the UK, with 10 pubs in Wiltshire alone. While the chain may have a way to go before it receives its first Michelin star, it is a popular choice for many
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Driving offences that could land you the most points on your licence revealed
The driving offences that could lead to the most penalty points on your licence have been revealed. More than 2.7 million drivers across England, Scotland and Wales currently have at least three points on their driving licences as a result of
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Inside Swindon's old Frankie and Benny's as new restaurant takes shape
Renovation work is underway ahead of the opening of a new Swindon restaurant. The former Frankie and Benny's in Greenbridge is being transformed by its new owners into what will soon be the second branch of a popular West Swindon bar and grill.
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Swindon Town owner's former UK company wound up by court over debts
The former UK arm of Swindon Town owner Clem Morfuni's international plumbing business has been wound up by a court order over money it owed to other companies. On January 31 a judge at the Insolvency and Companies Court ruled that Axis Services
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates' Court earlier this week. WILTSHIRE: Philip Histed, of Blackthorn Way in Staverton, has been sentenced for making threats to kill and causing criminal damage. The 53-year-old pleaded guilty
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The cheapest streets in Swindon revealed in latest property sales
With house prices rising once again last year, it is becoming ever more difficult to strike a good deal on a property. Buyers in Swindon face this problem with the average house price in the town now being calculated at approximately £251,746.
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'Lack of concentration' has cost Swindon late in games.
Gavin Gunning said that a ‘lack of concentration’ has resulted in Swindon dropping points late in games. The Robins have struggled at times to stay in the lead this season but the head coach has stated that he wants his side to be mentally drained
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Gunning 'starting to inject his style and culture into Swindon'
It has been over a month since Gavin Gunning took interim charge of Swindon Town and he’s starting to feel like Swindon have a style of play alongside a good culture. Since taking charge after Michael Flynn’s departure, the Irishman has picked