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Man dies after mental health-related incident at Swindon home

A man has died following a mental health-related incident at a Swindon address. Police cars, ambulances, and fire engines attended Towcester Road in Coleview on Saturday afternoon, then cordoned off the area near Sywell Road and Nythe Road.

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Road closed as emergency services attend Swindon street

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Are you a smarty pants? Take this pub quiz to find out

The weekend is here which can only mean one thing, it's time for the weekly pub quiz.  Perfect if you're taking a trip to the pub this weekend, this quiz will let you brush up on some of that unusual but essential knowledge for the occasion.

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Can a neighbour refuse access for maintenance or repairs? What are your rights

Neighbours, boundaries and access to property can be tricky subjects when it comes to what can and can't be done. Whether it's knowing how close to your neighbour's boundary you can build, whether your neighbour is able to stop you putting up a

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ITV give new release update on crime drama starring Endeavour’s Shaun Evans

A new update has been given the release date of a new ITV crime drama series starring Shaun Evans. ITV's Inspector Morse prequel Endeavour came to an end over a year ago with its final episode screened on March 12, 2023, and watched by millions

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Swindon thief arrested after police appeal for missing court

Police urgently appealed for help to find a wanted woman in the Swindon area. On Saturday afternoon, officers asked that the public to contact them if they see 33-year-old Terri Spellman, who was wanted for several theft offences and for failing

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EasyJet passenger reveals his ingenious hack to dodge extra baggage charges

A holidaymaker has revealed his ingenious hack which helped him dodge EasyJet’s “ridiculous” excess baggage fines. Dylan Springer says he was boarding his flight home from Kos, Greece, on April 12 when he noticed passengers being slapped with £48

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The changing face of Victoria Road in Swindon through the years

One of Swindon's liveliest and most important streets has changed a lot over the years. Victoria Road is the main artery that connects the Old Town to the town centre at the bottom of the hill. Various shops and pubs have come and gone, though

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Major update on canal extension under construction in Swindon

Construction is underway for a new section of canal that will run through part of Swindon. The Wilts and Berks Canal Trust announced on Saturday that the next phase of development for the waterway through Middle Wichel in South Swindon has begun

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80s disco set to take over one of Swindon's most iconic venues

When Swindon's iconic Steam Museum opened in 2000 to preserve and celebrate the history of the Great Western Railway, not many people expected it to be filled with glitterballs and dad dancing. But that's exactly what the museum's Great Hall will

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100-year-old cars 'favoured by royalty' go on show at Swindon hotel

A line-up of retro cars has wowed residents at a Swindon hotel. Around 20 Wolseley Hornet Specials, nearly 100 years old, came to Blunsdon House Hotel for the Wolseley Hornet Special Club annual meeting. The cars, reportedly favoured by royalty

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Countdown star Susie Dent’s ‘delight’ at honour for sharing her joy of language

Countdown star Susie Dent is “delighted” that she is being honoured for sharing her joy of language. The lexicographer, etymologist and author, 59, has been made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) for services to literature and to

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Supermarkets Aldi, Asda, and Morrisons pull sandwiches amid E.coli contamination

A major food manufacturer is recalling sandwiches, wraps and salads sold in major UK supermarkets because of a potential link to an E.coli outbreak. The outbreak has seen a number of people across the UK in hospital and now officials said the move

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Kate Middleton has first public outing since cancer diagnosis at Trooping the Colour

Kate Middleton has made her first public appearance since she was diagnosed with cancer as part of the Trooping the Colour parade. The Princess of Wales and her three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis, were cheered on

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I tried this 80p homemade weed killer safe for pets but did it get rid for good?

I can’t lie, this year I have really let my garden grow wild, as all being well I was planning to move house in summer (which is finally only weeks away). This is very unlike me because I see my garden as another room of my house and I would probably

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Food vendor named after being fined £10K for posing ‘serious’ public risk

A Swindon food vendor unlawfully trading near an Oxfordshire town has been fined thousands of pounds, having already been prosecuted earlier this year. Ozgur Kayaoglu of Thornford Drive in Westlea, Swindon, was fined nearly £10,000 in fines and

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Shocked resident catches burglars breaking into home

Would-be burglars ran away from a property near Swindon after the homeowner caught them breaking in. Three men smashed the rear patio door of a house on Artis Avenue in Wroughton at around 9.40pm on Friday. One of the suspicious strangers reached

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Must speed cameras be visible? Here are another 5 speed camera myths busted

Speed cameras are effective measures to ensure road safety, but a lot of people seem to get confused about them. From the '10% rule' to the distance they can catch you, there are a lot of myths surrounding them. The UK government has been running

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UK passport named one of the worst in Europe for value for money

UK passports have been ranked as one of the worst in Europe when it comes to value for money. Our passports have gone head-to-head with other countries, and following a 7 per cent price increase in April it has lost value for money, new research

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Fines issued and vehicles towed in parking crackdown

Drivers of poorly-parked cars and vans have been given costly penalties and had their vehicles towed away by police. On Friday evening, officers and Swindon Borough Council staff worked together to spot motorists that parked illegally around the

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Celebrity Gogglebox viewers call for 'hilarious' duo to get their own show

Fans of Celebrity Gogglebox have called for a "hilarious" duo to get their own show due to their entertaining reactions on the programme. Shaun Ryder and Bez have been regular cast members on the show and have managed to win a lot of favour from

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Pavement parking to be banned in Swindon as bad drivers face fines

Drivers parking their cars on pavements in Swindon could soon face fines as the council looks to crackdown on the problem. Vehicles blocking pavements, impeding pedestrians and blocking safe views when crossing roads has been a major bugbear for

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Inside national retailer's Swindon store in first week of opening

One of the country's biggest pharmaceutical and beauty retailers has enjoyed its first few days of opening at a new location in Swindon.  Superdrug opened a store at the Greenbridge Retail Park on Monday and shoppers have been checking it out since

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How to avoid costly mistake when visiting Swindon Designer Outlet

Shoppers visiting the Swindon Designer Outlet are having to pay hefty fines for making one simple mistake - here's how to avoid getting caught out. Every weekend, thousands of people from all over the country come to Swindon for a look around the

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NSPCC and Swindon Safeguarding Partnership team up to combat child neglect

The NSPCC is teaming up with Swindon Safeguarding Partnership this month as the organisation raises awareness of child neglect. Child neglect has been identified as a strategic priority by Swindon Safeguarding Partnership and has been the focus

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Best full English breakfasts in Swindon according to online reviews

Whether it's a strong start to a workday or at the end of a long night out, the full English breakfast remains a firm favourite. With its many different parts, there is something for everyone and a lot of room for variation of contents and quality

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Indian restaurant in Swindon is named county's best

A Swindon Indian restaurant has been crowned the best in its category in all of Wiltshire. Kutting Chai is Wiltshire’s Best Indian Street Food Restaurant 2024 in Lux Life Magazine’s Food and Drink Awards. The restaurant has previously won the

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The Wiltshire A roads where crashes are most likely to happen

The Wiltshire roads where crashes are most likely to happen have been revealed.  A Freedom of Information request to Wiltshire Police asked for the number and severity of 'road traffic accidents' (RTAs) on the A303, A36, A30, A360, A350, A345,

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Young dancers wanted for Cinderella pantomime in Swindon

Young dancers will have the chance to perform on stage in Swindon during the festive season this year. Imagine Theatre is appealing for dancers aged nine to 16 and in school Years 4-11 to take part in their Junior Ensemble for their Cinderella

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Rock star's open gardens event with £50m car collection raises record sum

Thousands attended an open house event at the Wiltshire home of Pink Floyd drummer raising a staggering amount for charity.  Nick and Annette Mason saw 11,000 people visit their home last weekend as part of the Middlewick House Open Garden event

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Swindon man offers pensioners a helping hand in applying for benefits

A former Intel employee from Swindon whose parents have struggled applying for benefits says that elderly residents aren't accessing the allowances and pension credit they deserve. That's exactly why Chris Humphrey has now brought support company