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McVitie's releases 2 new limited-edition cake bars with 'irresistible' flavours
McVitie's has announced that it will be releasing two new limited-edition cake bars to its selection, which have "irresistible flavours". Eton Mess and Lemon Meringue are the two new flavours which are meant to reimagine "quintessential British
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Sexual assault trial begins as 'child victim' takes to stand 35 years later
The victim of an alleged child sexual assault allegation has taken to the stand in Swindon in what is expected to be a week-long trial. Stefon Winter, 72, is accused of two counts of indecent assault against a child in 1989 and the trial is being
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The touching reason over a hundred teddy bears have been donated by council staff
More than a hundred teddy bears have been donated by generous Swindon Borough Council staff members and all for a special reason. The bears will be offered at funerals at Kingsdown Crematorium by the council’s bereavement services team for the
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Several schools chosen as needing improved road safety in ongoing scheme
A number of Swindon schools have been highlighted as needing improved road safety measures. As a result, 23 schools will benefit from the latest rollout of Swindon Borough Council’s School Safe Environment Zone Scheme (SSEZ) this year. The
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Two weeks for Swindon to show they are serious about next season
“I have just got to monitor it. Obviously, we are going to look at the results and if the results don’t work out then we will keep looking and see what we need to do.” This was how Clem Morfuni pitched Gavin Gunning being named the interim head
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Man on the run wanted by police
A search is underway for a wanted man who has absconded from prison. Lennox Barnes, who is based in the Swindon area, breached his licence conditions. Police have also issued a public appeal for information to help track him down. A Wiltshire
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Green light for Penhill skatepark plans but not everyone is happy
Plans for a new skatepark in Penhill have been given the go-ahead despite objections Central Swindon North Parish Council has been given the green light n to lay hard standing on the old bowling green in Inglesham Road in order to install skate
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Emergency response after sixty litres of vegetable oil spilt onto busy road
Dozens of litres of spilt vegetable oil caused traffic chaos in Old Town. Emergency services temporarily closed part of Newport Street on Monday morning to deal with the mess between the Breeze petrol station and Royal Oak Inn. Traffic queued
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'I am not calling the players out' - Gunning rejects passing blame
Gavin Gunning said that he does not feel he has been throwing the Swindon Town players under the bus after recent poor performances. Swindon have been on a bad run of results, with three straight defeats against Mansfield Town, Accrington Stanley
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Oil spillage blocks Old Town road
4:05pm Read our summary of the incident here. 3:14pm
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Woman violently attacked during town centre pub altercation
Police are investigating after a woman was physically attacked during a fight in a Swindon town centre pub. Officers have issued an appeal for witnesses to the reported assault which is said to have happened in the Queen's Tap on Station Road at
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Canal trust celebrates as new trip boat arrives via crane
Members of the public will soon be able to enjoy a new trip boat on the waters of Wootton Bassett. The arrival of the new Wilts and Berks Canal Trust boat, joining the in-operation and popular Dragonfly located in Wichelstowe, has been described
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Gunning says 'nothing in' Bycroft captaining Town
Gavin Gunning said that there was “nothing to” his decision to name goalkeeper Jack Bycroft as captain for Swindon Town on Saturday. Against Doncaster Rovers, club captain Charlie Austin was left on the bench and January signing and boyhood Town
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Family pay tribute to 'amazing mummy' who died in four vehicle crash
The family of a woman who died following a fatal collision near Ashton Keynes have described her as having an “effervescent soul”. The family of Danielle Stevens, 29, have named her following the four-vehicle collision on the B4696, Braydon Road
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Dr Michael Mosley on the 4 'healthy' foods that do more harm than good
Doctor Michael Mosley has issued a warning about four seemingly healthy foods that he insists "do more harm than good." More and more foods claim to be low in fat, or free from "unhealthy" ingredients, but according to Dr Mosley, a large amount
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Swindon players having 'honest discussions' over poor form - Godwin-Malife
Udoka Godwin-Malife said that the Swindon Town players have been having the hard discussions with each other in a constructive manner. Following a promising opening nine games of the season in which Town went undefeated, they have picked up 27
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Heavy traffic as busy Swindon route shut for Thames Water works
Traffic chaos has been caused by Thames Water closing a busy Swindon road for repair work. Wootton Bassett Road was closed to traffic in both directions on Monday, March 18, with the closure spanning between Penzance Drive and Redpost Drive.
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Thames Water provides update on Mead Way closure as burst water main issue continues
Thames Water has given the latest update on the Mead Way road closure following severe flooding. A burst water main early on the morning of Friday, March 15, caused flooding to both Mead Way and Great Western Way. But while Great Western Way
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FOUND: missing teenage girl reported as missing from Swindon
A 15-year-old girl reported missing by police has been found safe and well. Teenage Brailey was reported as found after 8pm yesterday, following a police appeal earlier the same day. She was reported missing from the Lower Stratton area of
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Swindon traffic: Chaos caused as Thames Water closes busy roads
6:23pm Wootton Bassett Road has now reopened. Read the full update here.
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Business owners looking to revive Swindon town centre BID
A group of town centre business owners are hoping to bring back a Business Improvement District for Swindon town centre. BIDs are business-led and business-funded schemes to improve a defined commercial area, such as a town centre or industrial
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BT street hubs in Swindon town centre refused by council
Two BT street hubs and the digital display boards that go with them have been refused planning permission. The telecoms giant applied to put the hubs, which contain an emergency call facility as well as provide Wi-Fi in Fleming Way outside the
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Swindon hospital car parks rake in more than £1 MILLION a year
Great Western Hospitals Trust earned over a million pounds from parking fees last year, new figures show. While most healthcare under the NHS is free, parking isn't and thousands of people in Swindon are regularly hit by hospital parking charges
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Property developer reveals plans to revamp 'tired' row of shops
Plans have been submitted to improve the look of a row of 'tired-looking' Old Town shops Arthur Dallimer, founder of William Arthur Property and the owner of 51 to 54 Devizes Road, has submitted plans to upgrade the forecourt area to increase the
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£10,000 BMW written off by floods on way to garage for £20 part
A £10,000 BMW was instantly ruined by floodwater when it was being driven to a Swindon garage for a part costing just £20. The owner was due to have the part fitted for his beloved 5 series, but stalled metres from his destination. Water had
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Tributes paid to lifelong Swindon Town fan and supporters' club stalwart
A lifelong Swindon Town Football Club fan and Supporters' Club committee member has been honoured. News of Ann Alder's death was shared by the supporters' club on Friday and a round of applause was held during the 10th minute of the home game against
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How to tell if you have a rare and valuable coin
Brits have been told they could be sitting on a small fortune in the form of valuable coins in their change. Coin collecting is a very popular hobby, and coins often sell for hundreds or even thousands of times their face value at auctions and
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The Millenium Falcon lands on 50p coin as Royal Mint releases new Star Wars set
The Royal Mint has unveiled its latest collectable Star Wars coins and bullion bars with The Millenium Falcon landing on a 50p coin. The initial Star Wars coin series was a success and this new second series is dedicated to the franchise’s vehicles