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Aguiar makes switch to National League club for undisclosed fee
Swindon Town midfielder Ricky Aguiar has completed his switch to National League outfit York City for an undisclosed fee. Aguiar was Swindon's longest-serving player, having spent three seasons with the club after arriving from Worthing in 2021
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REVIEW: Player Kings still a captivating Shakespeare adaption despite star absence
Missing out on seeing Sir Ian McKellen tread the boards in a Shakespeare adaption was a bitter pill for me to swallow, but nevertheless, the show must go on and indeed it did. The iconic thespian's fall from the stage during Player Kings West
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Heaton's role in England Euros squad 'no surprise' from Swindon days
England head into their first-ever men’s final on foreign soil this weekend with former Swindon Town loanee Tom Heaton part of the cohort. Heaton is playing the role of training goalkeeper within the England camp, helping ease the load of Jordan
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REVIEW: Disney's Aladdin Musical is a confusing but still great showstopper
Disney always delivers with its stage musical and Aladdin is certainly no exception - at times. I say at times, because the show, which is touring at the moment and currently at the Bristol Hippodrome just down the M4, is something of a confusing
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Ambitious Swindon Plan for town's future moves a step closer
Mental health, especially that of children and young people, and better provision for youngsters with special educational needs, have moved up the priorities for Swindon Borough Council. That’s after one of the authority’s largest ever consultation
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Wiltshire Air Ambulance's most visited area revealed in busiest start to a year
Swindon has been visited more times than any other area as Wiltshire Air Ambulance experiences its busiest start to a year ever. The lifesaving charity has seen a 25 per cent increase in missions in the first half of 2024. It was tasked to
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Knife threat accused denies allegation
A 23-year-old who denies threatening a man with a knife in Old Town failed to appear in court for a more recent allegation of criminal damage. Luca Chrystal is accused of threatening another man with a knife in Godwin Court, near Wood Street in
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The heroic officers and kind strangers who saved lives and stopped gangs in Wiltshire
Heroic police officers and brave members of the public have been honoured for their incredible efforts. The Wiltshire Police Force Awards celebrated the actions of those who helped people in crisis during emergencies, helped catch members of a
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Swindon players must learn to 'enjoy suffering' this season
Marcus Bignot said that Swindon Town are going to have to learn to love suffering as they step up their preparations for the new season. Following two friendlies against Southern League opposition so far, Town face a different test as they take
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Stores at risk as major national chain sits on the brink of collapse
Carpetright is at risk of collapse, with 3,000 jobs and a number of Wiltshire stores at risk. The retailer's parent firm says that one of the UK's biggest flooring companies, which has 300 stores nationwide, is battling to secure new investment
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When Red Arrows will be flying over Swindon and Wiltshire TODAY
The Red Arrows will be visible over Swindon and Wiltshire this afternoon (Friday) as they return to their Lancashire base. After travelling from RAF Waddington to Bournemouth Airport earlier this week, the military display team will be making
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'Restored faith in humanity' powerlifter on huge support for World Championships
Ayonla Oyinloye has been over-awed by the outpouring of support for him as he prepares to represent Team GB at the powerlifting World Championships. Oyinloye will be heading to Malta this summer to represent Team GB at the powerlifting World Championships
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Activist claims Nationwide closed his accounts over Virgin deal protest
A Nationwide member protesting about the building society's takeover of Virgin Money has had his accounts closed. And Mikael Armstrong, claims this is because of his opposition to the £2.9bn deal, which would create the second-largest mortgage
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Four in custody as 'significant disorder' at pub after England win spills onto street
Four men have been arrested following an incident at a pub in Swindon after England's victory over the Netherlands at Euro 2024. Officers responded to reports of a 'significant disorder' at around 10.25pm at the Steam Railway Pub on Wednesday,
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Rare King Charles £20 note sells for £7000 - how to tell if you have one
A rare £20 King Charles III banknote has sold at auction for £7,000. The new banknote bearing the face of the recently crowned monarch sold at a charity auction held by Spink and Son on behalf of the Bank of England on Thursday (July 11), The Sun
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Hall came to Swindon in search of first promotion
New Swindon Town signing Grant Hall said he was looking to gain his first promotion after dropping down to join from Rotherham United. Hall became Swindon’s eighth signing of the summer when he returned to the club, having gained his first run
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Rare 1p coin expected to sell for £200,000 at auction
A rare 1p coin is expected to sell at auction for more than £200,000 as Brits have been warned to be aware of the value of their coins. Coin collecting is a hugely popular hobby, and if you are lucky enough to come into ownership of a sought-after
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Some schools set to open late on Monday after Euro 2024 final
Some schools in England are set to open late on Monday (July 15) due to the England vs Spain Euro 2024 final on Sunday (July 14). Gareth Southgate's side will be hoping to win their first-ever European Championship, with the final kicking off at
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Fines warning for drivers as new AI cameras spying inside cars
Drivers have been warned that new AI cameras, which are being trialled by a number of UK police forces, can 'spy inside' cars. The new cameras, which use artificial intelligence, are being used by ten police forces across the country and could
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If you have one of these medical conditions you may not need to pay council tax
In the UK thousands of people are paying council tax unaware that they could potentially avoid paying the national tax or receive a discount. It comes as many could be offered a discount if they have been diagnosed by a doctor as “severely mentally
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'Age is just a number' - Kennedy has no fear using younger players
Mark Kennedy said that age was just a number when it came to Swindon Town’s first-year professionals looking to impress in the first team. Following the successes of the under-18s side last season, Town signed four of that squad to professional
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Man punched in the face in broad daylight town centre attack
A man was punched in the face in Swindon town centre in broad daylight. Police received reports of an assault in the Fleet Street area on Sunday, July 7 around 1.30pm. A man was punched in the face by another man and suffered facial injuries
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'I've been told I can't park on my driveway - or I'll be breaking the law'
A pensioner has slammed Balfour Beatty after the company told him he would be breaking the law if he parked his car on his driveway. Balfour Beatty wrote to Ed Fisher, 78, saying he would be breaking the law if he was to continue to driving over
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Do not eat warning from supermarket over 'health risk'
Iceland has issued a recall as customers have been warned not to eat a product which may be a possible health risk. The supermarket is recalling its Iceland 4 Golden Savoury Rice Steam Bags because they may contain crustaceans, fish, milk and molluscs
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How to get BBC TV Licence refund worth up to £159
UK households may be eligible for a £159 refund on their TV licence costs. To watch or record live TV in the UK, regardless of the channel, every household is legally required to have a TV licence. However, if you do not watch or record live
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Hundreds of shipping containers can be stacked on industrial land
Hundreds of shipping containers stacked two high can be sited at an industrial site on a narrow road in Blunsdon, despite the objections of neighbours and the parish council. Gibbs Surfacing Ltd, which owns and operates the concrete batching plant
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Prolific shoplifter raided Swindon B&M store while on bail
A prolific shoplifter from Swindon has admitted to stealing food and coffee from a B&M store while on bail for a previous offence. Michael Jefferies, 34, of Poplar Avenue, Pinehurst, was sentenced for shoplifting and pleaded guilty at Swindon
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Law firm adds two more solicitors to growing team
A law firm which operates across the South of England has added two more solicitors to its team of 200. Gardner Leader, which has an office in Swindon, has grown its team with the appointments of senior associates Jeremy Tier and Will Castledine
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Motorists warned of half-hour delays ahead of road closures
Drivers are being warned about three road closures likely to cause delays over the next fortnight in Swindon. National Highways, responsible for maintaining motorways and major A-roads, has said motorists can expect delays of up to half an hour
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Wiltshire PCC awards Lethbridge Primary School for their efforts
Wiltshire's PCC, Philip Wilkinson, has lauded a primary school scheme in Swindon, designed to guide youngsters on the right path. The Junior Good Citizen project, running for more than 30 years, engages various agencies to help instruct 10 and
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Swindon volunteers attend reception with the Queen
Six volunteers from Swindon attended a reception with the Queen earlier this week to celebrate their contributions to a charity which is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The volunteers, known as ‘literacy champions’ all volunteer at The National
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Swindon travel club 'leaves customers waiting months for refunds'
The manager of a travel club in Swindon has responded to complaints from customers who say they have not received refunds for cancelled holidays. Tony Hughes from Swindon operates the Windmill Travel Club, which has received negative reviews from
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Thames Water bosses to face grilling from Swindon public and councillors
Bosses from Thames Water will be answering questions from Swindon councillors on Monday. They have accepted an invitation to attend Swindon Borough Council’s overview and scrutiny committee. And the committee’s chairman, councillor Dale Heenan
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates' Court in July. WROUGHTON: Darren Coxhead, of Beechcroft Road, has been sentenced for a driving offence. The 39-year-old used a handheld mobile phone while driving along Swindon Road in
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McDonald's customer has shopping pinched from under her table
A Swindon criminal who committed two thefts - one from a TK Maxx and one from a shopper - has been punished. One theft happened inside a McDonald’s while the owner picked up her food. Steven Hawson, 41, of Holinshed Place, Grange Park, pleaded
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Top tips to save money on petrol and diesel this summer
With drivers being warned that petrol and diesel prices remaining "persistently high" many of us will be looking at ways we can save money on fuel this summer. The RAC said prices for petrol and diesel in Britain are “far higher than they should
