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UK could see one in a 250-year weather event as temperatures set to drop next week
The UK could see an “increased chance” of cold temperatures in the coming weeks due to one in a 250-year weather event, which the Met Office has said is the “first in our observational records.” This extended winter period (November to March) is
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Pupil, 14, hospitalised after gang attack outside Swindon school
Eight people have been arrested after a Swindon pupil was assaulted by a gang carrying weapons while children were leaving school. The assault, which took place on Tuesday, March 12, happened just outside St Joseph's Catholic College in Swindon
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'Everybody has got to get in the boat and stay in it' - Gunning calls for unity
Gavin Gunning has called for everyone at Swindon Town to begin pulling in the same direction to help produce better results on the field. Following a chastening 2-1 defeat to Accrington Stanley on Tuesday night, the interim head coach asked questions
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Man 'armed with gun' sparks panic in Swindon town centre
A suspected gunman sparked an armed police response in Swindon town centre today. Officers from Wiltshire Police were sent to the incident, which took place on Thursday morning (March 14) in the town centre, after panicked members of the public
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NHS warns people on medication to act now before Easter
The NHS is urging people in Swindon and Wiltshire to arrange medication that they need for the Easter bank holiday weekend well in advance of the break. It says the break will see most pharmacies close at the end of Thursday, March 28 and not reopen
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New mural unveiled in historic Swindon town centre location
A new mural showcasing the town’s canal history has been unveiled at Sheppard Street underpass. Created by Luke Gray with help from the Wilts & Berks Canal Trust who gave Luke historic images for him to copy images and advice on the design, the
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Council reveals which 23 Swindon schools will benefit from road safety improvements
More than £175,000 will be spent on making the roads around 23 schools in the borough safer this year. Swindon Borough Council’s School Safe Environment Zone Scheme has already seen work done near 50 schools across the borough, including keep clear
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Gavin Gunning on Doncaster Rovers, injuries, and tough love: as it happened
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Wiltshire charity to appear live on BBC show next week
Wiltshire's Bobby Van Trust will be appearing on BBC1’s Crimewatch Live to talk about its work keeping elderly and vulnerable people safe from crime. The charity’s chief executive Jennie Shaw and Home Security Operator Mick Leighfield will be in
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How you can get a £2,000 grant through water company serving Wiltshire
Wiltshire Community Foundation is teaming up again up with Wessex Water to offer grants of up to £2,000 for community or charitable projects that help protect or improve the environment. The Wessex Water Environment Fund, which opens for applications
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New Kate Garraway-Derek Draper documentary to air this month on ITV
A new documentary focusing on Derek Draper and Kate Garraway is set to air on ITV later this month, the broadcaster has revealed. Kate Garraway: Derek's Story will air on Friday, March 26 at 9pm on ITV1. Garraway's husband Draper fell seriously
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Gunning discusses what Swindon must do to improve next season
Gavin Gunning has talked about what changes he believes need to be made to the Swindon Town squad to improve next season. Swindon have had a hugely disappointing season as after going nine games unbeaten to begin the season, they are now on course
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Sky and Freeview viewers warned TV channel will be axed at the end of March
Sky and Freeview TV viewers have been told a channel will be axed from the end of the month. The shareholders of SportyStuff TV Limited have decided to close down the channel at midnight local London time on 31 March 2024 signalling the end of
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Gunning explains Glatzel early substitutions
Gavin Gunning revealed that he is making sure that he is careful with Paul Glatzel and not overusing him with his injury history. Glatzel has impressed greatly since arriving at the County Ground during the January transfer window, scoring two
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Swindon's game at Walsall rearranged
Swindon Town's trip to Walsall in League Two has been rearranged due to the host's international call ups. Town were due to visit the Poundland Bescott Stadium on Saturday, March 23, but after Walsall had three players called up for international
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45 brilliant photos from Ladies Day at Cheltenham Festival
RAINY weather at Cheltenham Festival didn’t stop racegoer fashion from being bright and bold today. The second day of Cheltenham has historically been dubbed ‘Ladies Day’, but it’s now been renamed ‘Style Wednesday’ in a gender-neutral rebrand
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Royal Mint launches third and final 50p coin in its dinosaur range
Royal Mint has launched a new 50p coin as part of its dinosaur range. The collectable dinosaur range was revealed by the Royal Mint back in December in collaboration with the Natural History Museum. Director of commemorative coin at the Royal
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Planners branded 'muppets' as controversial HMO gets the green light
“Muppets! It’s a disgrace!” Angry residents of Bath Road in Old Town did not stint in letting members of Swindon Borough Council's planning committee and the officers that support them know of their displeasure after a plan for a new house of
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Drone photos show company still at airfield months after deadline to leave
A quarrying company remains at its airfield base in Wiltshire long after the deadline for its departure. After having a retrospective planning application turned down and losing a subsequent planning inspectorate appeal, Earthline was ordered to
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Popular market returns to Swindon for fifth year at new venue
A popular annual market is returning to Swindon this year and will be using new venue. The Swindie Makers Market's fifth year will see stalls selling handcrafted and homemade goods from independent businesses fill Pattern Church. Organisers
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Parents forced to move children as nursery 'can't afford to stay open'
A nursery has revealed the reason it is closing at the end of the month as parents face the prospect of moving their children. In a letter seen by the Adver, the business owner of Westgate Nursery in Highworth explains that an unclear new government
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Long-awaited banking hub finally opens in High Street
Royal Wootton Bassett's highly anticipated new banking hub has finally opened on the High Street and is being welcomed with open arms. The permanent banking hub is the first of its kind in Wiltshire and offers a counter service managed by the Post
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Owners of trendy club up for sale reveal reasons for leaving
The owner of the trendy Cricklade Club described her wonderful experience of managing the establishment as it goes up for sale. She expressed thanks to her team, chefs and customers for what she described as a fantastic seven years. The restaurant
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Swindon area's best pub for 2024 revealed by CAMRA
Swindon and North Wiltshire's top pub has been revealed by the Campaign for Real Ale. And its a double celebration for The Five Bells in Royal Wootton Bassett, which was also named Pub of the Year in 2023. It has picked up the title five times