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Dog attack victim urged to come forward by Swindon police
Police are keen to speak to the victim of a alleged dog attack in Swindon. The Wiltshire force received a report from a third party about a dog injuring a man in Toothill on Kirkstall Close at around 10.30am on Wednesday, February 28. A spokesperson
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Police appeal after phone picked up in Swindon shop
This article has been amended after Wiltshire Police removed their appeal. Wiltshire Police put out a CCTV appeal after an unattended phone was picked up at Superdrug in Swindon. The incident, which happened on February 22, took place in Swindon
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Swindon artist's organ donor plea after kidney donations led to own survival
A Swindon artist has shared the incredible story of his own transplant survival to try and encourage others to sign up as organ donors. Local Steve Light, 41, also known as SLART, went to the Houses of Parliament last year to discuss organ donation
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Suspected cocaine dealer faces firearm charges
A Swindon man stands accused of having a firearm and supplying Class A drugs. During an ongoing investigation cracking down on criminal drugs gangs, officers arrested 23-year-old Paul Mason, of Holbein Place in Grange Park. He appeared at Swindon
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Cash and valuable jewellery stolen in Swindon burglary
Police are appealing for witnesses to a burglary in Coate. The criminals stole valuable jewellery and cash from the address on Sheldon Street between 8.20am on March 15 and 2.30pm on March 16. A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: "We are keen
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Are Swindon still at risk of going down?
Swindon Town’s troubling run of form has left many fans fearing the possibility of relegation to the National League, but how possible is this? With seven games left in Town’s season, they have an 11-point buffer to the bottom two, although 23rd-place
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DWP owes compensation to thousands of women affected by state pension age error
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) failed to adequately communicate changes to women’s state pension age and women affected are owed compensation, the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) has said. Its investigation found that
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Supermarine players must 'breathe the football club' during run-in
Swindon Supermarine head coach Stuart Fleetwood said that he wants his players to “breathe the football club” during the run-in. Following a start to the season in which Marine failed to take any points from their opening seven games of the season
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'Obscure' council tax discount highlighted by Martin Lewis could save you thousands
A little-known council tax discount highlighted by Martin Lewis could save people thousands of pounds on their council tax this year, as bills are set to increase again next month. The Money Saving Expert has previously raised awareness of the
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UK passport prices set to rise in coming weeks – how much will new fees cost?
The government is set to introduce new UK passport application fees which will rise by more than 7%. The cost of online applications made within the UK for people aged 16 and above will increase from £82.50 to £88.50 under new proposals. The
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Greene King launches free pint offer for Brits but only if this one thing happens
Greene King has partnered with former professional footballer Peter Crouch to launch a giveaway of free pints across the country but there’s a catch. Free pints will only be given away after the first drop of rain falls in Manchester from March
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What temperature should a fridge be?
We look in our fridge multiple times a day but do you know what temperature it should actually be at? You might have asked this question whilst fetching milk for your morning cuppa or when raiding the shelves for a midnight snack. Either way
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Celtic fans creating 'a home away from home' in Swindon
Celtic supporters are building a community in Swindon and using that group to help other communities across the globe. “There has been a Celtic Supporters’ Club in Swindon since the year 2000 in one guise or another,” said Head of Charity Joe McGarvie
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Huge power cut hits over 500 homes and major supermarkets in Swindon
4:02pm POWER RESTORED The Cheney Manor Industrial Estate's power has been restored. The only remaining outage
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Woman charged with causing death of teenager Harry Parker by careless driving
A woman has been charged with causing the death of Swindon teen Harry Parker. The 14-year-old was hit by a car on Akers Way, just outside his school on November 25, 2022, and later died from his injuries after being airlifted to hospital.
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Gunning hoping to integrate academy players during run-in
Gavin Gunning said that he would be looking to give the opportunity to some of Swindon Town’s academy players in the first team before the end of the season. In an otherwise disappointing season for Swindon, the club’s current under-18 side has
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1,000 people expected at Swindon festival of colour this weekend
Up to 1,000 people are expected to attend Swindon’s Holi celebration this weekend. Organisers say this would make the 2024 Hindu festival of colour the second largest ticketed event in Swindon’s History. Holi sees people celebrating the triumph
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Residents trapped by broken lift feel like prisoners in their own homes
Residents who have not been able to go outdoors for two weeks from their assisted living block due to a broken lift are at the end of their tether. The problem at John Watson House means that people living on the first floor cannot go downstairs
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Swindon teacher who wouldn't use student's pronouns 'believes transgenderism is cult'
A gender-critical maths teacher humiliated, bullied, and harassed a student who identified as male, a tribunal heard. Kevin Lister has taken New College to an employment tribunal after he was dismissed for gross misconduct in September 2022 in
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Pub boss explains why it's closing and being turned into a house
The owners of a pub near Swindon which is being forced to close have revealed they are trying to sell the building as housing. Planning permission is in place to turn the The Crown, Shrivenham, into a residential property due to the difficulty
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Fundraiser launched for funeral of Swindon football stalwart
The family of a man who dedicated his life to grassroots football in Swindon is fundraising money for his funeral. Colin Nunn, 51, was a prominent figure in the town both as a longstanding local referee and at Swindon Town Football Club, but died
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Police officers give verdict on whether Swindon is a good night out
Swindon's patrolling police officers have given their personal views on whether the town provides a good night out. Speaking to the Adver while on duty last weekend, the officers were divided on whether Swindon was a good place to party - with
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Mum's death days after being knocked down sparks call for action
The death of a much-loved mum has prompted calls for a pedestrian crossing to be installed on a busy Swindon road. Kelly Nixon, 36, was hit by a car on Whitbourne Avenue on February 22 and was taken to hospital for treatment of injuries and was
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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. OLD TOWN: Nina Austin, of Victoria Road, has been sentenced for theft from a shop. The 45-year-old pleaded guilty to taking a coat worth £79.99 from Superdry in
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Rare 50p coin being sold on eBay for hundreds of pounds
A rare 50p coin is on sale for hundreds of pounds. A Stonehouse resident is trying to sell a commemorative coin which celebrates one of Beatrix Potter's characters, Tom Kitten, for £500 on eBay. The special coin was issued in 2017 to celebrate