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Royal Mail launches special stamps to mark 100th anniversary
Royal Mail has revealed images of 10 new stamps to mark the centenary of its British commemorative stamps. The so-called special stamps have helped to celebrate significant events in the UK’s history and national life. Each of the 10 includes
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Police hunting wanted man in Swindon issue mugshot
An appeal has been released asking for the public's help in tracking down a wanted man from Swindon. Bradley Heathcote, 18, from Taw Hill, is wanted in connection with an affray. Police believe the teenager could be in the Swindon area, with
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Jeremy Clarkson ‘planning to buy a pub’ in Cotswolds
Jeremy Clarkson is understood to be in talks with Gloucestershire councils over possible plans to buy a pub in the Cotswolds. The former Top Gear presenter was rumoured to be interested in buying the Coach and Horses Inn in Bourton-on-the-Water
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Ofoborh has 'surprised himself' with what he has managed so far
Nnamdi Ofoborh said that even he did not think he would be able to play 90 minutes for Swindon Town so soon after their 2-0 win over Barrow AFC. The former Rangers midfielder joined Swindon less than two weeks ago following three years without
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Wiltshire High Sheriff praises police for reducing crime on roads
Wiltshire Police's High Sheriff has praised officers for reducing the number of crashes on the county's roads. On his penultimate day in office, Wiltshire's High Sheriff Pradeep Bhardwaj paid a visit to Wiltshire Police's headquarters in Devizes
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Military exercises 'could make houses shake' in Swindon tonight
The skies above Swindon are set to be the scene of a military exercise possibly spanning several days, according to a notification. A Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) has been issued stating that the exercise, which will allegedly involve 'multiple aircraft
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Happy ending for Beano in the Park after threats of closure
THE FUTURE of a popular refreshment destination in Cirencester is looking up after a family stepped in to save it from closure. Beano, a converted stainless steel caravan, has been a go-to coffee break spot for families and dog walkers visiting
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Back three helping Town look 'more comfortable' - Gunning
Gavin Gunning said that he felt Swindon Town have started to look more comfortable now that they have settled on a back three. Swindon played almost the entire first half of the season with a back three after Michael Flynn had built a squad with
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Check your change as rare 50p coin sells for nearly £200
Everyone is being urged to check their change, wallets, purses and down the back of their sofas after a 50p coin sold for nearly £200 this week. The Royal Mint coin inspired a mini bidding war on online auction site eBay, with more than 30 bids
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Swindon woman handed conviction for driving at 69mph on motorway
A motorist from Swindon was charged with exceeding the speed limit on the motorway by driving exactly 69 miles per hour. Chelsea Roberts, 28, of Coriander Way, Swindon, was driving in Rotherham, South Yorkshire on the M1 motorway northbound carriageway
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Candidates announced for Swindon's local elections
Voters in Swindon will have a wider choice of candidates than they have had in recent elections when the borough goes to the polls next month. There are 77 people nominated to stand in 19 wards for 20 seats. And those candidates are drawn from
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Summer events for Swindon’s parks announced
A variety of exciting outdoor summer events have been announced. The events are to be held at the Town Gardens’ bandstand, following on a tradition of the bandstand living up to its name. There will also be live performances at Queen’s Park
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These top 3 foods 'will increase your chances of living past 90'
Author and National Geographic fellow Dan Buettner has shared the top three foods that will reportedly increase our chances of living past 90 years of age. The explorer and educator, 63, recently took to Instagram calling on people to take note
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Funding boost will support military veterans for two more years
A local charity has received a funding boost meaning it can continue its vital work in the community. Voluntary Action Swindon has recently announced that it has received a further two years of funding from the Veterans’ Foundation to continue
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers honoured in memorial motorcycle ride
A MEMORIAL motorcycle ride is taking place today (April 7) in North Yorkshire in honour of a TV star who died in February. TV chef Si King has thanked those taking part in a memorial motorcycle ride in honour of the late Hairy Bikers star Dave
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Jeremy Clarkson to join James May and Richard Hammond after 'U-turn'
Jeremy Clarkson has shocked fans with an apparent U-turn which would see him join James May and Richard Hammond. The star of Clarkson’s Farm, filmed in Oxfordshire, posted a photograph of the Øresund Bridge between Sweden and Denmark on Instagram
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Kokolo 'yet to speak with Swindon' about next season
Williams Kokolo revealed that he is yet to receive any indication from Swindon Town as to where his future lies beyond this season. Kokolo netted his first goal in a Town shirt to open the scoring during their 2-0 victory away to Barrow AFC on
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Major changes come into effect in Cirencester town centre
MAJOR changes which aim to make Cirencester town centre a safer place come into effect this week. Extra disabled parking bays, more pay and display spaces and a no entry restriction are some of the new measures which aim to make the bustling Market
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Annual event for keen green-fingered people in Swindon returns
For the second year running, Swindon is hosting a ground-breaking event to bring together gardeners, growers and healthy eaters. Taking place on Sunday April 28 in the town centre-based Swindon Hub, the Swindon Growers Summit aims to welcome people
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Tesco introduces new 10p charge at the checkout
Tesco has introduced a new 10p charge at some of its UK stores as part of a new trial. The supermarket giant is testing a new pilot scheme that sees customers given the option to buy a clothes hanger for 10p anytime they purchase F&F clothing
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Benefit claimants to be snooped on by 'covert surveillance officers'
THE Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is set to hire dozens of new staff in order to spy on benefits claimants, reports suggest. An advertisement on gov.uk shows that the DWP is hiring up to 25 covert surveillance officers, with jobs available
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Ofoborh added 'a different aspect' to Swindon team
Gavin Gunning said that Nnamdi Ofoborh added the element that Swindon Town have been missing in his performance against Barrow AFC. The 24-year-old arrived at the County Ground ahead of Town facing Notts County, in which he came on as a late substitute
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Police urgently search for missing teenager with links to Swindon
Police are urgently searching for a missing teenager with links to Swindon. Thames Valley Police has launched an appeal to locate 17-year-old Luksol, who has links to Swindon and several other locations around the UK. The missing boy is from
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Public's generosity helps get former nurse 'home' for her funeral
A family's attempts to get their late loved one home have finally come to fruition thanks to generous donations. Mandy Haigh, 54, lived in Swindon before retiring to Cyprus with her partner Brian but was diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer
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Fundraiser for children of fatal crash victim to go on holiday in her memory
The loved ones of a fatal crash victim are trying to raise money to send her bereaved daughters on a holiday in her memory. Danielle 'Dannii' Stevens died following a four-vehicle collision on the B4696, Braydon Road on the afternoon of Friday,
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Location of new dropped kerbs costing thousands of pounds revealed
Plans have been announced for new dropped kerbs at two main locations to help wheelchair and mobility scooter users in town. Royal Wootton Bassett Town Council announced on Thursday, April 4, that work had officially started on a series of new
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Ex police officer faces misconduct hearing after van crash
A former Wiltshire Police officer is set for a misconduct hearing after being previously found guilty of crashing an unmarked police vehicle and then driving away. Former PC Peter Lawson will be the subject of a hearing at Wiltshire Police headquarters
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Eagerly anticipated darts store opens in Gorse Hill
The wait for a new unique store to Swindon is over. In February, businesswoman Hannah Ellis and her friend Emma Van Leer announced they were embarking on a new venture together - the Swindon Darts Hub. The idea was for there to be a store
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Community hall risks closure if volunteers don't step forward
A community hall which has stood for 35 years could face permanent closure if more volunteers don't step forward. Bouverie Hall in Pewsey offers a space for group events, celebrations, meetings, sports classes and more, but current committee members
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Bid to keep 'unplanned' house extension turned down
The owner of an extension she has been ordered to tear down has seen an application to keep it turned down. A Mrs Saran was given permission for extensions at the front side and back of her house on Upham Road in Old Walcot in 2019 and they were
