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Thames Water issues repairs update after pipe bursts
Thames Water has issued an update on progress to repair the burst pipe that caused a water shortage around Old Town and Wroughton. Homes, care homes, and other businesses were affected by the issue on Wednesday, but the water supply should be flowing
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What does the term Purdah mean in relation to general elections in the UK?
Rishi Sunak has called a new general election to take place in 2024 after months of speculation about when it would be. After a cabinet meeting the Prime Minister has shared it will take place on Thursday, July 4. Due to the general election
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General Election: Who is already standing for Swindon?
There will be a general election on July 4. After hours of feverish speculation by MPs and political journalists Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced the long-awaited date this afternoon. And it means, In Swindon at least The Liberal Democrats
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Morfuni will need to show 'honesty and humility' to win back fans - Fitton
Former Swindon Town chairman Andrew Fitton said that he believes Clem Morfuni can restore his relationship with the fans if he is willing to change his ways. The Adver spoke to Fitton to get a perspective from the boardroom on the current goings
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Scale of Swindon's fly-tipping problem revealed by hero who cleans it up
A man who spends his own time cleaning up parts of Swindon has shared dozens of examples of fly-tipping he has witnessed in the last two years. Gavin Cox, 53, from Nythe, is a butcher at Roves Farm by trade, but in his spare time he delves into
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Backlash as Swindon MP candidate pictured at controversial housing development
A candidate for the Swindon North parliamentary constituency has admitted a photograph with a developer at a controversial housing development was ‘an error of judgement’ and has apologised for ‘any offence’. But Will Stone, who is a Labour councillor
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Another spate of car thefts in Swindon sparks police warning
A spate of thefts from vehicles around Swindon has prompted police to remind drivers about ways to keep valuables safe. In recent weeks, officers from Wiltshire Police have received many reports of wallets being taken from cars around the town
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Swindon schools given strong message by anti-knife crime group
A campaign group targeting knife crime in Swindon has begun a series of interventions in schools and colleges. Owen's World was set up in the wake of Owen Dunn's murder in 2022 with the aim of preventing any further fatalities to knife crime in
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Work starts on three bungalows for rent in Swindon neighbourhood
Ground has been broken on the building of three adaptable and accessible bungalows. Swindon Borough Council is building three three-bedroom homes for residents with special needs or care-dependent relatives on a small patch of green space in Ashley
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Swindon MP calls for swift action on infected blood scandal report
Sir Robert Buckland has called on the Conservative government to ensure that the recommendations of an official report into the infected blood scandal are put into action “as swiftly as possible”. A report into the scandal which saw 30,000 people
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Should you keep ketchup in the fridge? Expert speaks out as health warning issued
Experts have settled a classic kitchen disagreement and issued an important health warning at the same time. Many people will argue over where you should store ketchup, with some opting for the cupboard, while others go for the fridge. But
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B-52s set to fly near Swindon as US Air Force explains why they're here
B-52s have headed to a nearby airfield for a routine task force deployment, the United States Air Force has confirmed. Two B-52 Stratofortresses assigned to the 5th Bomb Wing arrived at the Royal Air Force base in Fairford on Monday to take part
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Strong Harriers display in tight Southern Athletics League battle
Swindon Harriers made a strong start in the Southern Athletics League, finishing the opening weekend in third following last year’s promotion. Champions and promotion last year has seen the club move into the tougher Division Two South and West
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Everything we know as burst water pipe causes 'chaos' in Swindon
Three schools and a surgery have been closed during a morning of chaos caused by a burst pipe in Swindon. Residents, schools, health services, and businesses in and around Old Town were left without water on the morning of Wednesday, May 22, after
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Millions could be owed money by energy firms as campaigners say 'act now'
Households are being urged to reclaim credit they have built up with their energy supplier in order to “reset” direct debit payments that remain high as prices drop. Campaigners from Warm This Winter, while stressing that customers should not cancel
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Wiltshire braced for heavy rain as 'danger to life' warning issued for UK
Heavy rain is forecast to hit Wiltshire amid yellow and amber weather warnings being issued. A yellow weather warning for thunderstorms is in place south of Wiltshire and will remain so until 7pm on Wednesday, May 22. North of the county a
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Busy Swindon road to close for several days for bridge inspection
A busy Swindon road is set to be hit by closures across a number of days so railway bridge inspections can be carried out. A public notice has advertised a Traffic Regulation Order (TRO) for Rodbourne Road lasting 18 months. The work is expected
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Why emergency services at airport on Wiltshire border today
Fire service vehicles will be at Cotswold Airport throughout the day today. A post by Avon Fire & Rescue Service on social media has revealed the reason for this heavy presence at the site near Kemble. It read: "If you see a lot of fire service
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Oxford boss leads X-rated Swindon chant during promotion celebrations
Oxford United head coach Des Buckingham was spotted chanting about Swindon Town during the club’s promotion celebrations. The U’s defeated Bolton Wanderers in the League One playoff final at Wembley on Saturday to see them promoted to the Championship
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Town in the hunt for National League defender
Swindon Town are in the hunt alongside fellow League Two clubs to sign Boston United defender Jai Rowe, according to reports. Pete O’Rourke, transfer correspondent for Football Insider, has said that Town are among a trio of clubs looking to land
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Swindon schools closed as residents and businesses lose water supply
4:33pm NEW UPDATE A Thames Water spokesperson said: "We’re currently repairing a burst pipe in Curie Avenue, SN1.
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Royal Air Force Voyager spotted in the skies above Swindon
People looking to the skies on Monday evening may have got a glimpse of an RAF aircraft used for refuelling other military aircraft flying overhead. Swindon and Wiltshire Camera Club member Kye Gulliford was doing so, and he was able to get a
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Greggs given permission for huge Swindon town centre expansion
Greggs could soon be opening a vastly expanded branch in Swindon town centre. The company, famous for its steak bakes and yum-yums, has been given permission by planners at Swindon Borough Council to operate from the three units next to its branch
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Human poo and syringes dumped outside Swindon beauty salon
Human poo, syringes and rubbish are piling up next to a beauty salon in Old Town. Business owner Hana Stopps has shared images of people leaving the detritus - as well as the mess left behind - outside Bouf’s Hair & Beauty Salon on High Street.
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Enjoy afternoon tea and planting workshop at garden centre this summer
A garden centre is set to welcome foodies and horticultural enthusiasts for a gardening workshop and afternoon tea. Dobbies has extended its afternoon tea and planting experience at its Swindon store due to high demand. The 90 minute events
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Car retailer group wins four awards at national ceremony
A car retailer group has walked away from a national awards ceremony with a haul of honours. Waylands, the operator of Waylands Volvo Swindon, on Great Western Way, swept the board at the Automotive Management Awards 2024, claiming four awards.
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Fancy dress walkers to take to streets for hospice fundraiser
The streets of Swindon are set to be lit up by walkers as they take part in a charity event. The Starlight Walk, Prospect Hospice's flagship fundraising event, is set to take place on Saturday, June 29. Walkers donning their best fancy dress
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates' Court this month. OLD TOWN: Uplifter Nicholson, of Dammas Lane, has been sentenced for having a knife in a public place. The 63-year-old indicated plea of guilty to having the blade in
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Additional needs children explore bus to overcome fear
Following concerns about children with additional needs struggling to use buses, an operator has visited a Swindon nursery to help the youngsters overcome their fear of using the mode of transport. Stagecoach West visited the children at Swindon
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Opening date revealed for Swindon's Hollywood Bowl
A new opening date for Swindon's Hollywood Bowl has been revealed. Tenpin Swindon in Shaw Ridge is currently the town's only bowling alley - but not for much longer. Unit 15 of Greenbridge Retail Park is gradually being transformed into a bowling
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Swindon Town showing 'lack of respect' by late payments for County Ground
Swindon Town Football Club has been late paying 'almost all' of its payments towards the County Ground. As part of the joint venture agreement between TrustSTFC and Swindon Town Football Club, the club as leaseholders is supposed to pay rent to
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Lorry filling station on edge of Swindon plans updated
The company behind a proposal to build a bio-fuel station for trucks and other vehicles in east Swindon has updated its submission to Swindon Borough Council. CNG Fuels Ltd wants to build a fuelling station for trucks which would use bio-compressed
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90s star drops out of Swindon concert in heartbreaking video
One of the acts lined up for the upcoming Chris Moyles 90s Hangover concert at the County Ground has had to pull out due to ill health. Paul Spencer, better known as nineties star Dario G who performed the official World Cup '98 song Carnaval
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Former Swindon Town man confirms Oxford exit after promotion
Former Swindon Town attacker Billy Bodin has confirmed his exit from Oxford United. The 32-year-old son of Town legend Paul is out of contract this summer, and posted on X to announce his departure. He said: “My time at Oxford United has come
