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GALLERY: Old Town Festival back with a bang after four year hiatus
Families flocked to celebrate the revival of Old Town Festival which came back with a bang. The festival, which had been a fixture of the town for more than 24 years, was put on hold when the world entered a global pandemic in 2020 and has only
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Newly opened 80s and 90s nightclub announces rebrand
A newly opened nightclub in Swindon town centre offering throwback nostalgia has been rebranded with a new look. The 3 House, named because of its location on 3 Victoria Road, is the brainchild of Lucy Potter, from Stratton. According to Lucy
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Full list of all 10 Britain's Got Talent finalists ahead of the live final
Following a week of live semi-finals, ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) has revealed the 10 finalists all vying to win the show. Hosted by presenting duo Ant McPartlin and Dec Donnelly, the winner of BGT will get the chance to perform at the Royal
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Swindon grandmother prepares to strap herself to flying plane after cancer battle
A grandmother from Swindon is preparing to strap herself to a flying plane after battling cancer. Olive Pryor, who is Swindon born and bred, was diagnosed with Stage 3 womb cancer in January 2022 and now hopes that she can raise money to support
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Care home undergoes makeover as part of £18 million project
A care home has received a complete makeover as part of an extensive £18 million revival project. Miranda House Care Home, located just off Royal Wootton Bassett's High Street, may look the same from the outside but inside this home is almost unrecognisable
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18-month transformation of Swindon recreation ground begins
Improvement work is underway in Swindon to enhance a popular play area and add more recreational activities for local residents to enjoy. South Swindon Parish Council has many significant improvements planned for Buckhurst Field over the next 18
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History of longstanding Swindon pub and restaurant shown in archive photos
A pub and restaurant near a picturesque park has been serving Swindonians for more than sixty years. The Spotted Cow in Coate is still going strong after decades of filling customers' bellies and pint glasses. The oldest image of the Hungry
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Looking to change career? 8 high paying jobs with no degree requirements
Whether you're a youngster who doesn't want to go to university or an adult who wants to shake up their career, finding a job ideal for you can be tricky. Luckily, there are an abundance of online sites that promote jobs in all sorts of sectors
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Travellers set up camp on unused road under M4 that cost millions to build
Travellers and fly-tippers have been making a mess of an unopened multi-million pound road under the M4 in Swindon. Wichel Way has been finished for more than a year but is yet to have any traffic pass along the route between Wichelstowe and Wroughton
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Sisters open farm shop café inspired by homegrown food and family love
Two sisters who understand the power of a homecooked breakfast and a strong cuppa have opened a new cafe inspired by their childhoods. Amie and Claire, the founders of Pound Farm Cafe, were thrilled to open up their new cafe which is attached to
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Italian restaurant replacing Gaetano confirms opening date
An Italian restaurant has confirmed it will be opening in under a week on Swindon’s Victoria Road. The owner of Grano Lab has confirmed it will be opening at the old Gaetano site on Tuesday, June 4. It is replacing Gaetano at 131 Victoria Road
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Mission for justice
A former soldier who was thrown out of the Army for being gay almost 45 years ago is still fighting for justice whilst rebuilding her life with the support of her twin sister. Jean is one of thousands of LGBT+ veterans who had their military careers
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Mystery surrounds 'odd' lights seen in night sky by Swindon residents
Lights described by some as “alien” have been spotted over parts of Swindon. Multiple beams were reportedly seen from Royal Wootton Bassett, Purton, and Cricklade shining upwards on the night of May 30, and led many to enquire about their origin
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Couple celebrate 40 years of managing care home near Swindon
A married couple is celebrating 40 years of managing a successful local care home near Swindon. Mary and Keith Trowbridge opened Ashgrove House in Purton on June 1, 1984, promising to provide “care with a difference” in a “friendly and happy place
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Swindon dancers win at World Irish Dancing Championships
A group of Swindon dancers have become world champions at the most prestigious global Irish dance competition. Farrell School of Irish Dance, led by Clare Crocker, achieved victories at the 2024 World Irish Dancing Association (WIDA) World Championships
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Swindon indie pop band set to release new single
An indie pop band from Swindon is set to release their new single later this month. Talk in Code will release 'All In' on June 14 via Regent Street Records. The track, recorded with Sam Winfield at Studio 91, Newbury, has been influenced by
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Mayor of Swindon opens care home in first outing since taking on role
A new care home was opened by the mayor of Swindon last week in what was his first official outing since taking on the role. Councillor Imtiyaz Shaikh cut the ribbon at Cotswolds Rise, Hartford Care's 19th care home, situated on Upper Mill.
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Family-run business raising £65k for inclusive play centre
A family-run business is aiming to raise £65,000 to build an inclusive play centre in the Swindon area. Swindon-based book publisher Ogeg Ltd, established by Matt Jeffery, has launched a crowdfunding campaign to fund the project, catering to all
