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Crash on M4 closes one lane causing traffic delays
4:44pm The traffic has now cleared and the lane is back open. Traffic has cleared westbound on M4 (Image: Google
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Sinkhole causes road closure near Swindon town centre
Residents living near Swindon town centre have been shocked to see a sinkhole appear, which has caused one road to close. The sinkhole was spotted on Albion Street today (Thursday, June 20) and it has been barricaded to prevent any accidents.
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What kind of midfielder do Swindon still need to sign?
Swindon Town have already looked to add to their midfield so far this summer, but there is still work to be done in the middle of the park. Ollie Clarke was the opening salvo of the window as a statement signing, bringing in the experienced midfielder
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Red Arrows stamps released for limited time only ahead of RIAT
A dozen unique Royal Mail stamps celebrating the Red Arrows have been released ahead of the team's display season. The Red Arrows, one of the world's premier national aerobatic teams, will take to the skies for the 60th year this summer to perform
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Festivalgoers warned of ticket scams to look out for this summer
Festival and concertgoers are being warned by Wiltshire Police to be vigilant of ticket scams ahead of popular sold-out events this summer. Action Fraud, the national fraud and cybercrime reporting service, has launched a ticket fraud awareness
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90s star who filmed video for Swindon fans dies weeks later
Dario G star Paul Spencer has died following a battle with cancer. The DJ and producer, who was known for songs including Carnaval De Paris, Sunchyme and Ring Of Fire, was 53. The musician revealed in an online post last year that he had stage
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Boy, 14, arrested after man threatened with weapon
A teenager has been arrested after a group of young people reportedly threatened a pedestrian in Penhill. Police say that the youths approached a man who was walking between Durrington Walk and Hilmarton Avenue at around 7.30pm on Monday, June
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Swindon councillors could get small 'raise' after three-year freeze
Swindon councillors have already rejected an increase in the allowance of nearly 4 per cent for this year. But they might get a small increase in the basic allowance they all receive if staff at Euclid Street get their raise this year as a lump
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Swindon bring in former Newport captain
Swindon Town have completed the signing of experienced defender Ryan Delaney following his departure from Newport County. The 27-year-old played 30 times for the Exiles last season, although his season was ended early with a knee injury suffered
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UK bosses face £1,000 fine for letting workers watch England vs Denmark
After securing a 1-0 win against Serbia, England will now take on Denmark for their next Euros 2024 match. But patriotic bosses have been issued a £1,000 fine warning. Kick-off is at 5pm, meaning many may be sticking around in the office to
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English Heritage issues update following Stonehenge vandalism
Powdered paint used by activists to deface a national monument has been removed. As previously reported, at around 11am on Wednesday, June 19 two supporters of the protest group Just Stop Oil approached the columns of Stonehenge before beginning
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Temperatures to reach 24C as Met Office says 'summer-like' weather is on the way
Parts of the country could see temperatures hit 24C today as the Met Office says “more summer-like” conditions are on the way. The Met Office said temperatures could reach as high as 24C in south-east England and 20C in Scotland. It comes after
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Call 999 if you see wanted Swindon man, police warn
Police are asking for the public's help to find a wanted Swindon man. Officers are appealing for information that would assist them in locating 54-year-old Mark Stanners from Penhill. He is wanted in connection with a number of offences including
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Wood has plan for promotion after returning as Town boss
Reappointed Swindon Town Women manager Richard Wood said that he had a plan for promotion after returning to the role. It was announced last week that Wood had been re-appointed as manager of Swindon Women after he left the club in April following
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Watch as Sir Kier Starmer confronted by climate activist in Swindon supermarket
Sir Kier Starmer was confronted by a climate activist on his visit to a Swindon supermarket. While greeting people between the aisles at the Morrisons on Dorcan Way on Wednesday, the Labour leader was challenged by a woman from Green New Deal Rising
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'World is his oyster' - Calne boxer targeting British title after first belt
Calne boxer Connor Gray is targeting a British title after he won his first belt as a professional boxer fighting in Swindon. Gray fought Issa Maneva for the Commonwealth Silver Super Lightweight Title and maintained his undefeated 12-0 record
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Swindon man who says he can't get a job because of immigrants goes viral
A Swindon man who claims to have been in prison has gone viral after telling a Sky News reporter he 'can't get a job' - because of immigration. The man, identified as Jason and who was unemployed and looking for work at the time of the interview
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Swindon council apologises for problems with website
Residents have been met with a 'server not found message' when trying to access Swindon Borough Council's website. This meant people living in the town were not able to do things like report potholes, pay or check their council tax or look at planning
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Fitton on his biggest mistake as Swindon chairman
Former Swindon Town Chairman Andrew Fitton said that he believed his biggest mistake during his time was selling Gordon Greer to Brighton. Greer captained Town to the League One playoff final in 2010 but after being sent off in the semi-final against
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'Check your change': This is the 20p coin worth more than £50
A rare Royal Mint 20p coin has sold for more than £50 on eBay after inspiring a mini bidding war this week. The 20p piece is a rare “mule” coin dating from 2008, and fetched more than 250 times its face value at auction. The coin was minted
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GWR names train after iconic singer ahead of Glastonbury Festival
Great Western Railway has named a train after an iconic singer who is set to perform at Glastonbury. Broadcaster Nick Grimshaw spoke to Shania Twain on the Sidetracked with Annie and Nick podcast, where she spoke of her delight at having a train
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Dad visited ex-partner's home with a knife after break-up
A woman has told a court of the impact receiving hundreds of messages from her ex-partner has had on her. George Walley has been convicted of two counts of criminal damage, harassment and possession of a fold-in knife and was sentenced to a community
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Taylor Swift makes Swindon 7-year-old's dream come true at Cardiff show
A young girl from Swindon was given Taylor Swift’s iconic hat by the American superstar at a sold-out concert - having nearly missed out on tickets for the show. On Tuesday, June 18 - the only Cardiff show of the Eras tour at the Principality Stadium
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Escape rooms staff 'owed hundreds in wages' when they lost their jobs
Employees at a Swindon escape room were left upset and hundreds of pounds out of pocket after losing their jobs with weeks’ worth of pay outstanding. Three young staff members at Escape Room HQ, in Hobley Drive, say they had been chasing payment
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Roves Farm Seniors Friendship Cafe celebrates second birthday
A cafe that brings older people and animals together is celebrating its second birthday. The Roves Farm Seniors Friendship Cafe creates an inclusive environment where older people, including those with dementia, can interact with farm animals,
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LA violinist to perform in Swindon as part of UK tour
An LA violinist will perform in Swindon next month as part of his UK tour, and will release his new EP a day later. Chris Murphy's new EP, 'The Red Road', is set for release on July 5, and will feature the single 'I Never Learned To Drive', which
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Film showing struggles of Palestinians to be screened in Swindon
A film showing the struggles and resilience of the Palestinian people under Israeli occupation is set to be shown in Swindon. Swindon Palestine Solidarity has organised a screening of 'Where Olive Trees Weep' on June 27 at 7pm at the Swindon Bangladesh
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The Wyvern Theatre secures sponsorship for pantomime
The Wyvern Theatre has secured sponsorship for its upcoming pantomime, Cinderella. The sponsors, Swindon Travel Hub, will partner with the theatre for the production. Following the success of Beauty and the Beast and Snow White, the Wyvern
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Support for new Swindon pharmacy after Boots closure
A pharmacist hopes to open in Old Town following the closure of two pharmacies in the area. The manager of HG Hanks has applied to NHS England to obtain a pharmacy licence that would allow the business to replace the former Rowlands inside the
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Swindon Asda worker praised after paying for customer's shopping
An Asda worker has been praised after displaying a 'thoughtful and caring act' towards a customer. Kelly, who works at the Orbital Shopping Park store, was the subject of a Facebook post on the Swindon Community Noticeboard for helping a disabled
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RAF pilot set for Typhoon display at this year's Royal International Air Tattoo
In just over four weeks, the RAF's Typhoon display pilot will be entertaining crowds at this year’s Royal International Air Tattoo. Flight Lieutenant David ‘Turbo’ Turnbull, in his debut season as the RAF Typhoon display pilot, will showcase his
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Wiltshire residents offered chance to invest in renewable energy
Wiltshire residents will have the opportunity to join forces and invest in renewable energy through the third round of a council initiative. Wiltshire Council and Swindon Borough Council are partnering with group buying experts iChoosr to roll
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Swindon post office announces closure
Residents hoping to send parcels in North Swindon will find themselves in a tricky situation for the next month after a post office announced its sudden closure. Abbey Meads Post Office, on Elstree Way in Swindon, is already turning locals away
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Mourners pack chapel for funeral of former Swindon mayor
The number of people whose lives were affected for the better by former Mayor of Swindon Brian Ford was shown by the attendance at his funeral. Mr Ford died suddenly just weeks after stepping down from Swindon Borough Council having served as a
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Gas pipe repair work lasting months to start on busy Swindon roads
'Essential' work to upgrade part of a gas network in a busy part of Swindon will begin next week. West & Wales Utilities will start the work in the Bruce Street area on Monday, June 24, which is expected to be completed during September, with a
