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Swindon pub and nightclub set to reopen this month with new look
A Swindon pub and nightclub which was boarded up earlier this year, is now set to reopen with new management, a new look and some fantastic new events. Swindon locals were devastated when The Rolleston Arms on Commercial Road closed its doors at
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Future of post office uncertain as staff admit they 'just don't know'
Staff at a Co-op store set for closure in just a few weeks admit they 'don't know' what will happen to the post office service attached to the store. The Midcounties Co-op store on Cricklade Road shows no signs of closing from the outside, but
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Swindon cafe makes it through to award finals
A Swindon bakery has made it to the regional finals for a business award. Sugar Shack Bakery, in the Orbital Shopping Park, is the only Swindon shop in Muddy Stiletto’s Wiltshire Muddy Awards Regional Finals’ cafe category. The businesses in
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The tell-tale signs to look out for with children suffering domestic abuse
An NSPCC manager has given advice on the tell-tale signs of abuse among children. She warned that there will be children in classrooms now experiencing domestic abuse at home. The guidance was given by Lisa Strode, team manager at the NSPCC
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‘Hidden gem’ Swindon restaurant has been put up for sale
A Swindon restaurant has been put up for sale, but owners have confirmed that it will not close. Johnny's Grill, on Bridge Street, was put up for sale on April 5 due to the owner wanting to move onto other business interests. It is one of Swindon
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Taskmaster comedian visited Swindon and says people wondered why he bothered
A comedian who makes regular TV appearances used to come to Swindon once a month. Nish Kumar used to come to Swindon once a month while working as a compere at a comedy club introducing other acts when he was starting out. He is now best known
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Prodigy pianist Elizabeth named Swindon's Young Musician of the Year
A schoolgirl pianist has been named as Swindon's Young Musician of the Year after fighting off tough competition. Elizabeth Pope, who is a pupil at St John's School in Marlborough, has walked away as champion in the Swindon North and Thamesdown
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Rail passengers face fresh strike travel disruption today - all services affected
More travel chaos is expected this weekend across UK railways as further planned strike action gets underway. Rail passengers will see disruption to their journeys as more operators are hit by strikes by train drivers in a long-running pay dispute
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The 7 car selling mistakes that could take £2000 off the value of your motor
Selling or part-exchanging your car is a great opportunity to not only get yourself a new set of wheels but to also help you towards the cost. With the new 24-plate cars having been released, many motorists will be looking to make an upgrade.
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What items are not allowed to be packed in your hand luggage?
Are you packing for a holiday? You might be starting to organise your suitcase as you prepare for your next trip. When travelling abroad, you’ll need to be aware of the things you can and can’t take in your hand luggage and with the usual long
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Morrisons and Asda among supermarkets to issue 'do not eat' warnings
Asda and Morrisons are among the UK supermarkets with "do not eat" warnings in place on some of their products. While Magnum has also issued a recall on a number of its ice cream products. Food recalls have been issued at Asda and Morrisons
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Warning to dog owners over potentially fatal bacteria
Dog owners are being warned to be wary around lakes and rivers due to potentially fatal toxic algae. Blue-green algae, a group of bacteria called cyanobacteria, often resembles foam and can be found at the edges of lakes and rivers. It can
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Morrisons announces major change to shopping rules in all UK supermarkets
Morrisons has announced it will be introducing new rules for afternoon shopping in UK stores. The supermarket is extending its popular shopping Quieter Hour, turning what can be a daunting task for many people into a calmer experience this World
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How to claim up to £520 and get a refund if your flight is cancelled
With the days getting longer and the weather getting warmer, many of us will already be daydreaming of our summer holiday. While it should be the height of relaxation, a lot of tension can come along with your summer getaway. Figures from the
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5 'innocent' ways you could be breaking the law this Spring
Brits have been warned over five ‘innocent’ ways they could be breaking the law this Spring, according to legal experts. As millions of us embrace the better weather, we might find ourselves getting out and about in the great outdoors. From
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I’m a hay fever sufferer and these are 5 things I do to survive summer
The sun is out, the temperatures are rising, we’re spending more time outdoors, and it's finally springtime. For most, that will mean more trips to the beach, the park or the beer garden taking in the lovely green grass and blue skies. But
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Swindon players rated after massive win at Barrow
Swindon Town secured a first away from home on a Saturday this season with a top performance to secure a 2-0 win at Barrow. Williams Kokolo curled in his first goal for the club before Paul Glatzel scored in a fourth successive game to give a two-goal
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Mercedes driver caught speeding at over 100mph on motorway
A speeding Mercedes driver caught travelling over 100mph on the M4 has been shown that the rules of the road apply to every driver, not matter how fast their car is. Wiltshire Police's Road Policing Unit were out patrolling the M4 on Sunday, April
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Vet issues important warning to anyone who lets pets sleep on their bed
Dog lovers have been warned not to give their pets a kiss goodnight, and not to let their four-legged friends into the bed with them. A recent sleep survey revealed that only 15% of people encourage bed sharing with their pet. It's clear that
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Local museum in Swindon reopens with new exhibits for 20th anniversary
Volunteers at a local museum in Swindon have announced it will reopen with brand new exhibits in celebration of the museum's 20th anniversary. Chiseldon Museum, which is located at the Old Chapel on Butts Road, first opened in 2004 as a way to
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Outdoor cinema announces summer screenings coming to Swindon
A nationwide open-air cinema company has just announced its UK tour dates and confirmed it will be heading for Swindon this summer. The Cinema Outdoor tour is set in a variety of locations across the country including parks, historic sites and
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Kokolo 'delighted' to get his first Swindon goal
Williams Kokolo was left delighted after he netted his first Swindon Town goal as they were victorious 2-0 at Barrow AFC. The AS Monaco academy graduate whipped home the opener from just inside the penalty area to set Town on their way to a surprise
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All the death notices published in the Swindon Advertiser this week
The Swindon Advertiser has published seven death notices in the last seven days. Every week, the Swindon Advertiser publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing
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Look around huge 'haunted' house in Swindon on sale for £1.8 million
A supposedly haunted stately home up for sale in Swindon could still have a ghost in the cellar. The Grade-II listed house in Highworth has recorded a number of spooky sightings over its 200-year-old history. Westrop House was built in 1818
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Japanese knotweed hotspots in Swindon and Wiltshire in 2024
A website has highlighted the hotspots for a potentially dangerous weed across Wiltshire that require specialists to remove it. Japanese knotweed is a weed that spreads a great deal, particularly in the summer. After falling back to ground
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Map shows where the public toilets are in Swindon
The English poet and professor Geoffrey Hill once said: "Public toilets have a duty to be accessible, poetry does not." He certainly has a point. If you travel somewhere, especially a town or city, being able to use the 'facilities' is important
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Line up announced for quirky music festival at Town Gardens
A new music festival set to hit Swindon Town Gardens this month has announced its official lineup. The Roll Up Roll Up Festival will take place at the Town Gardens in Old Town on Saturday, April 20 from 1pm to 10.30pm, and promises 'the ultimate
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Disgust as "bored" youths vandalise toilets for third time
Public toilets in a popular town centre car park have been vandalised for the third time - after youths said they were "bored". Royal Wootton Bassett has faced several vandalism incidents involving public toilets in the past six months which have
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The top 10 areas in Swindon with least and most private garden space
A new report has ranked the top 10 places in the wider Swindon area with the least and most amount of private garden space. MG Timber and Online Marketing Surgery have created the Garden Space Report to show the best and worst areas to buy houses
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Swindon woman enters Miss London beauty pageant for late mother
A Swindon-born woman has entered a beauty pageant in an effort to fight the disease which took her mother. Emma Jane, 25, entered the Miss London 2024 competition which raises money for Cancer Research UK and is also doing extra fundraising for
