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Puppy's ear completely ripped off during dog attack in shop
A puppy's ear has been completely ripped after being attacked by another dog. A police investigation has now been launched, with officers seeking to identify a woman who can help them with their enquiries. On Sunday, May 5, in James Avenue,
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Closure of Tesco roundabout into town sparks frustration
WORK to fix a “nightmare” partial closure of a roundabout in Cirencester should be finished in four weeks time. Part of the Kings Meadow Roundabout in Cirencester first closed in March to investigate water coming out of the middle of the roundabout
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Man admits fantasy after flashing by communal bins
A Gorse Hill man has admitted to indecently exposing himself near the communal bin storage area of the flats where he lives. Enrico Rippa, of Hinton Street, appeared in the dock at Swindon Magistrates Court on Tuesday morning and pleaded guilty
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Blake-Tracy says Town 'need change' to be successful
Frazer Blake-Tracy said that he felt he had to leave Swindon Town if he was going to experience success. The defender left Swindon after two years having won at least one of the Player of the Season awards in both of his campaigns. Blake-Tracy
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Parties on Swindon Council elect their leaders for new term
The leadership teams of the two main political groups in the Swindon Borough Council chamber have been agreed for the next year. And it will be a set of opponents very familiar with each other. After a very satisfactory set of election results
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Woman denies taking abortion pills after buying them online
A six-month pregnant teenager bought pills to illegally abort her baby, a court heard. Sophie Harvey is accused of taking the drug to end her pregnancy after learning she was at 28 weeks and five days gestation – meaning she could not get a legal
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Owner relieved as council rules on 'unpermitted' new Swindon flats
The owner of a property in central Swindon will be relieved he doesn’t have to knock down a small block of flats he has built. Mr 'T Doka' owns the house at 109 Dean Street. In 2006 the outbuilding at the rear of the property was granted permission
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Drink driver changes plea 'because he can't afford legal fees'
A drunk driver changed his plea after telling magistrates he could not afford the legal fees for a trial. Luke Lynch, of Chestnut Avenue in Pinehurst, appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday for a case management hearing. The 34-year-old
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Dozens of knives left in Swindon library surrender bin
Dozens of knives are set to be destroyed after being left inside a knife surrender bin. Officers from the Swindon North, East and Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team have been out and about this week searching well-known hotspots for hidden knives
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Tributes to Town superfan who never missed a game in 35 years
Tributes have been paid to a highly influential Swindon Town Fan who has recently died. Marc Walters ran SAS Travel for many years, and was a passionate fan of the Robins, not missing a game for decades. Marc died last week, and shortly afterwards
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New McDonald's restaurant seeks permission to install 23 signs
Fast food giant McDonald’s is moving ahead with its plan to open a drive-through restaurant and take-away in a business park in east Swindon. The company has applied to put up signs advertising its presence at the park, which is still being developed
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Great Western Hospital changes visiting hours for patients' loved ones
Great Western Hospital has announced a change to its visiting hours policy. The healthcare setting has expanded visiting hours because it says 'being accompanied by loved ones is crucial to the care' of its patients. A spokesperson said:
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Swindon 'contact former players' over coaching role
Swindon Town have approached former players about taking up a role in the coaching staff, according to a report by The Ink. Town remain in search of their next head coach, having been without a permanent incumbent since Michael Flynn parted ways
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Air show which attracts thousands hit by last-minute postponement
Abingdon Air & Country Show has been postponed a week before it is due to take place. The annual air show, which usually attracts about 10,000 people, and raises thousands of pounds for charities including Thames Valley Air Ambulance, was due to
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Wild swimming spot an hour from Swindon designated as bathing site
Wallingford Beach on the River Thames has been designated as a bathing site ahead of the summer months, the Government has confirmed. The Environment Agency will immediately start monitoring the water quality at 27 sites across the country which
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South coast beaches to impose tourist tax for visitors
BOURNEMOUTH, Christchurch and Poole is set to be the first coastal area to install a tourist tax which could generate more than £12 million over five years. After a successful consultation, the Accommodation BID (Business Improvement District)
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Wiltshire law firm lands spot in prestigious Best Places to Work guide
A law firm in Wiltshire has won a coveted spot in The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 guide. Goughs Solicitors is one of only two law firms in the southwest to secure the spot. The firm has been recognised for six consecutive years by
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Positives to take as Swindon St George make Midland Premier League debut
Swindon St George fell to a resounding 67-10 defeat in their first Midland Premier League match against Oxford Cavaliers. A youthful Swindon side headed to Oxford and their lack of experience proved to be crucial in the first half as the Cavaliers
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Chippenham brothers walked a marathon a day in honour of mum
Two Chippenham brothers journeyed across the South of England to raise funds for a charity that supported their mother during her battle with cancer. Aidan and Gregg Bartlett covered the equivalent of a marathon each day across four days for the
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Sheffield United break Swindon's Premier League record
Sheffield United have broken Swindon Town’s Premier League record of the most goals conceded in a single season. For thirty years, Swindon were the only side to have ever conceded a century of goals in the Premier League, having conceded exactly
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Lindsey reflects on his time as Swindon head coach
Former Swindon Town boss Scott Lindsey said that he felt that he was never truly accepted during his time as head coach at the County Ground. Lindsey was in charge at Town for six months in 2022, winning a third of his matches having taken over
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Discover free breakfast and prizes at tradespeople's roadshow in Swindon
Tradespeople in Swindon will have the chance to compete for a £1,000 Ticketmaster voucher at the Armstead Trade and Fix Radio roadshow. The event will take place in Swindon on May 13 and 14, and returns on June 20 and 21. The UK-wide roadshow
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Evri customers issued urgent scam warning
Evri, the UK’s largest dedicated parcel company, has issued a warning to everyone using its service. The company has issued an updated warning about scammers trying to profit off of Evri customers. The renewed guidance on phishing messages,
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Family pay tribute to 'loving' man and welcome life sentence for killer
The family of Swindon man Neil Bambrick have paid tribute to him after a man was found guilty of his murder. Vincent Sparkes, 44, from Station Road was sentenced to life in prison on Monday, May 13, after being found guilty by a jury. Reacting
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Nursery owner hits back at Ofsted after nappy hygiene criticism
A Swindon nursery has been told it requires improvement in every measure including hygiene in an Ofsted inspection. The inspector reported seeing teachers at Shine Bright Nursery and Pre-School of Athena House, Welton Road not washing their hands
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'Inspirational' teacher who worked with Judge Rinder sees project go global
A teacher from Royal Wootton Bassett is inspiring educators across the globe to change the way they approach the school system. Dr Nic Wetherall MBE is not just a teacher at Royal Wootton Bassett Academy, but also the founder of two major projects
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Nationwide deal criticised by biggest Virgin Money shareholder
Virgin Money’s biggest shareholder has said that it would have been better for Nationwide members to get a vote on the takeover of Virgin Money. He has sided with a petition demanding that Nationwide’s 16 million members get a say on the deal which
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New community hospital opening in Swindon later this year
A new community hospital will be opening in Swindon later this year. A vacant unit in Dorcan's Edison Park is being transformed into a healthcare hub that aims to reduce NHS waiting times by providing extra access to ophthalmology and gastroenterology
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Police launch campaign on reducing knife crime as murderers get life sentences
As knife-crime perpetrators find themselves behind bars, Wiltshire Police are hoping to further blunt the impact of knife crime in Swindon and Wiltshire with a week of action. Sceptre – a national knife crime campaign aimed at reducing knife-related
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Major overhaul in rubbish collection proposed by Government
Householders in Swindon might be able to save themselves some time separating out their recycling if proposed new government rules come into force. Currently, householders in the borough are asked to separate their dry recycling into several different
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Call the police if you see this man placing a bet in town
A shoplifter with 107 previous convictions for theft has been banned from every bookmaker in Swindon and most of the town's shops. Christopher DeSantos, of Clive Parade, appeared in the dock at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday and admitted to
