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GALLERY: Crowds gather as hundreds of ducks pour into Swindon river
Huge crowds gathered at a river in Swindon to watch hundreds of plastic ducks race their way to the finish line. The town’s famous duck race returned to Westcott Recreation Park on Wootton Bassett Road on May 27 for a fun-filled day of music, games
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Former Swindon midfielder Kasim calls time on footballing career
Former Swindon Town midfielder Yaser Kasim has announced his retirement from football after a 14-year career in the sport. The 33-year-old revealed in an article on Medium and on LinkedIn that he had decided to call time on his playing career to
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Missed mortgage payments on the rise in Swindon
Last year saw a rise in mortgage possession claims and subsequent home repossessions in Swindon, new figures reveal. Data from the Ministry of Justice shows there were 66 mortgage possession claims made in Swindon between March 2023 and 2024 –
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Swindon mum raises awareness of IVF support in workplaces
A mum in Swindon has shared her experiences of IVF treatment and wants to raise awareness of IVF support in the workplace. When Susie Lewinska, 39, married her husband Paul in 2013, the couple were excited to have children together, but with a
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'The first time I've considered not' - Town fans on renewing season tickets
Swindon Town fans discussed their reasons for deciding to renew their season tickets as numbers have fallen for next season. It was revealed in the club’s advisory board minutes for May that season ticket sales for the forthcoming season were down
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Cup final success for former Town players
There was plenty of cup final success for former Swindon Town players over the weekend as the domestic season reached its climax. After the disappointment of seeing their unprecedented invincible season across all competitions fall against Atalanta
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What time is EastEnders on tonight? BBC announces bank holiday schedule change
There’s no better time to catch up on your favourite TV programmes than on bank holiday Monday. But if you’re an EastEnders fan hoping to fit tonight’s episode into your plans today (May 27), the BBC has announced a slight schedule change.
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Pasta sauce sold at Waitrose recalled as ‘unsafe to eat’ warning issued
A “do not eat” warning has been issued by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) as a Crosta & Mollica pasta sauce sold at Waitrose stores in the UK “may contain pieces of glass”. Crosta & Mollica is recalling its Sugo Alla Norma Aubergine, Ricotta and
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When is Coronation Street on this week? ITV to air 5 ‘never done before’ episodes
There is a huge week ahead on the cobbles as viewers will discover what really happened on the night Lauren Bolton disappeared. Producers have created a unique way of story-telling on Corrie this week, in a way which has “never been done before
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Girl, 11, hospitalised for four days after visit to petting farm
A health warning has been issued after two families fell seriously ill following a visit to a petting farm. Amy Chappell and four members of her family, including her 11-year-old daughter Poppy, became unwell after the day out to a farm during
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Air fryer owners issued important safety warning over common mistake
Air fryer owners have been warned they could be risking serious damage to their kitchens by making a common mistake. New research reveals that more than half of people who own air fryers use them directly below kitchen cabinets. As well as
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Millions of Netflix viewers issued £1,000 TV licence fine warning
Brits watching Netflix without a TV licence have been warned they could face fines of £1,000. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. But if you
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'It's now a core part of their week' - Swindon CC helping women get into cricket
Watching new people fall in love with cricket has been an exciting part of the newly-formed women’s team at Swindon Cricket Club. The club launched their first women-specific team in February, a soft-ball side that is inclusive of people of all
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Swindon drivers named among 'most likely in the country to run a red light'
A new study which looked at road collision data has found that Swindon is in the top 10 UK areas where drivers are most likely to crash due to running a red light. The data, which comes from the Home Office’s figures on road collisions caused by
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Weekly town market relocates as work begins on £120k renovation
A popular weekly market will move to a new temporary home while £120k renovations are carried out on one of Wiltshire's historic Town Halls. The Royal Wootton Bassett Town Hall has stood proudly in the town since the end of the 17th century and
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Royal Mint reveals rarest and most valuable coins, including 10p, 50p and £2
The Royal Mint has revealed some of the rarest, and as a result most valuable, coins in circulation today. The rare coins to look out for in your change include a coveted Kew Gardens 50p and a selection of special alphabet 10p coins. All of
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Experts predict State Pensions could rise to more than £1,000 a month
Experts have predicted that State Pensions could rise to more than £1,000 a month. Steven Cameron, Pensions Director at Aegon, believes that the triple lock could push payments up by as much as 5.7 per cent next April. Steven said: "The specific
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Keir Starmer addresses Swindon in support of Heidi Alexander's MP bid
A Labour Parliamentary Candidate from Swindon has gained public support from Keir Starmer in her mission to become South Swindon's MP. Heidi Alexander kicked off her campaign on Sunday, May 26 at the former Pulse Food Shop in Swindon, where she
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Ex-Town boss 'leading contender' for Cheltenham job
Former Swindon Town boss Michael Flynn is the current favourite to take over at League Two rivals Cheltenham Town. Gloucestershire Live are reporting that Flynn will be interviewed by Cheltenham next week as they begin their search for Darrell
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Planning inspector gives final verdict on club giant heads and 'garish' awning
The owner of a nightclub in Swindon has failed in two attempts to overturn decisions by Swindon Borough Council. Alan Mok who owns Kioki nightclub in High Street in Old Town applied in 2022 for retrospective permission to be allowed to keep the
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Month of A419 closures to cause disruption for Swindon drivers
A month of road closures on the A419 looks set to cause disruption at Swindon. The busy A-road is scheduled to close overnight in a series of locations, stretching from Cirencester to the M4, during the next month. During these closures, National
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Transformation for shop that shut after 50 years in Swindon
An ill-fated store that closed its doors for good last year after being in Swindon for 50 years has been transformed into something completely different. Swindon Pulse Wholefoods, a natural ingredients store on Curtis Street, shut permanently
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Relocating nursery set to open by Swindon primary school
A nursery is moving to a new home next to a primary school in the town. Curious Learners Childcare is to set up shop at the former Butterflies Children Centre by Catherine Wayte Primary School on Elstree Way. A spokesman for the nursery
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Progress made on improvements in Swindon's Railway Village
New improvements have been made to Swindon's historic Railway Village. New trees have been planted along London Street, outside Brunel’s former Carriage Works, the pavement has also been widened for pedestrians, and the space outside the Bristol
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Swindon pub celebrates food hygiene score despite challenges
A pub in Swindon has received a top food hygiene score under new management, despite challenges beyond their control affecting their business. The Tawny Owl in north Swindon was taken over by landlord, Nic Lee, at the end of November, after it
