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Police appeal after reports of thief stealing from vehicles
Police have received reports of a thief stealing from vehicles in a village near Swindon. The force released three CCTV images of a suspect they would like to identify in connection with these alleged crimes in Purton. A Wiltshire Police spokesperson
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Town confirm return of former Championship defender
Swindon Town have completed the signing of former Queens Park Rangers defender Grant Hall on a permanent deal. Hall returns to the club where he got his first run in senior football, having played for Town on loan from Tottenham Hotspur during
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What are the benefits of a Senior Railcard? Find out how to save big on travel
Brits who have reached the age of 60 have access to a whole range of various perks, not least, the Senior Railcard. If you are a regular user of the train, then you'll appreciate just how extortionate the prices can sometimes get. Even going
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The Wiltshire train passengers fined hundreds for dodging fares
Train passengers who travelled without buying a ticket must now pay hundreds of pounds in fines and compensation. Several cases heard at Swindon Magistrates' Court recently involved prosecuting people who passed through Swindon and Wiltshire by
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Woman 'racially abused' while walking along High Street
Police are investigating a possible hate crime in Cricklade. On May 21, one of two men walking together on the High Street made potentially racial comments towards a woman who was walking past the pair. Wiltshire Police are unsure as to whether
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Historic steam train to pass through Swindon - here's when
An iconic steam train will be passing through Swindon during a special day trip travelling from London to Devon. Steam Dreams, who have been offering day trips for 22 years, are promising a luxurious experience to travel on the Mayflower train
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Meet the Swindon cub scout who has achieved more than 100 badges
A boy from Swindon has achieved the rare feat of collecting all of his cub badges by pushing himself out of his comfort zone to complete activities and community volunteering projects. Logan, 10, has just completed his Chief Scout's Silver Award
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Scouts walk from Lands' End to John O'Groats - inside sports hall
A group of scouts participated in a long overnight walk over the weekend, in an aim to raise funds for the Desai Memorial Primary School Support Group and to help subsidise the future activities of the section. More than 20 members of the 19th
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Why aren't Swindon's election results announced by someone in a fancy hat?
Who’s going to win? How big will Labour’s majority be? Which big beasts might lose their seat? Those were all among the questions being asked on general election night but perhaps the most pressing was - why are some declarations made by people in
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Swindon announce new partnership with Karachi United
Swindon Town and Karachi United have signed a ground-breaking memorandum of understanding to create a partnership between the two football clubs. At an event at the Royal Agricultural University on Tuesday, delegations from both clubs gathered
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Swindon bring in promising Aston Villa teenager
Swindon Town have confirmed the permanent signing of Aston Villa youngster Dylan Mitchell as their latest summer transfer. Mitchell arrives having spent the last five years in the Premier League club's academy, progressing up from the under-13s
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Exact times Red Arrows will fly over Swindon and Wiltshire TODAY
The Red Arrows will be soaring over Swindon and Wiltshire later this afernoon. The military display team is due to appear at the Royal International Air Tattoo this weekend - but before that, eagle-eyed fans can get a glimpse of the iconic aircraft
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Road reopens after air ambulance called to four-vehicle crash
A road on the outskirts of Swindon has reopened after a major four-vehicle crash caused emergency services to rush to the scene. The crash between Royal Wootton Bassett and Minety took place just before 9am on Wednesday, July 10 when four vehicles
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Clarkson’s Farm staff reveal what it’s like to work with Jeremy Clarkson
Staff at Clarkson’s Farm have revealed what it is really like to work with celebrity boss Jeremy Clarkson. The former Top Gear star originally purchased Diddly Squat Farm in Chadlington, Oxfordshire back in 2008. Since the release of the Prime
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Swindon's best pubs to watch England v Netherlands at the Euros
The football event of the summer continues this evening, with England bidding to reach the final of Euro 2024. The Three Lions face the Netherlands in the last four of the competition in Dortmund, with the winners taking on Spain in the final on
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Swindon confirm academy departures and new scholars
Swindon Town have announced the departures from the academy along with the new crop of first year scholars joining the programme for next year. Following a very successful year for the Swindon academy which saw every under-18 player train with
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Promise out wide and thoughts on trialists - lessons from Hungerford
Swindon Town made it two wins from two to begin their pre-season fixture schedule with a routine 2-0 victory over Hungerford Town at Bulpit Lane. After struggling again to get going during the first half, Swindon wasted little time pulling clear
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Kokolo on the verge of Swindon departure
Swindon Town defender Williams Kokolo is reportedly on the verge of a move to Ligue 2 outfit Stade Lavallois on a long-term deal. Kokolo signed for Swindon in November last year and was an ever-present in the team from that point, leading to Town
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Thames Water statement as hundreds without water for 24 hours
Thames Water has issued an apology to Wiltshire residents after hundreds living near Swindon have been left without water for almost 24 hours. The issue, which has been caused by a burst pipe, is affecting the majority of Royal Wootton Bassett
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Valet returns in new spot after six-year break
A dad-of-two who took a six-year break from car valeting after the birth of his son has returned in a new location. Goran Amin managed his own car wash in Corporation Street for six years and is now up and running again in Haydon Wick with the
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Headteacher's exit 3 months into job leads to interim appointment
An interim headteacher has been in charge of a special school in Swindon after its previous head left within months of taking the job. Rob Sherwood was hired by the Brimble Hill school earlier this year after the departure of its longstanding
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British Motocross Championship comes to Foxhill
The ACU British Motocross Championship heads to Foxhill for the next round of the series this weekend. The former Grand Prix circuit near Swindon will host round five of the series on Sunday, July 14. The MX1 class is heating up, and all eyes
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Faringdon girl crowned 2024 British Champion in Artistic Skating
Orla Willis, 14, from Faringdon, has become the 2024 British Champion in Artistic Skating. Competing for Marlborough-based Moonrakers Roller Skating Club, spectacular programmes saw her score a personal best and beat her nearest competitor by 10
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Swindon hospital staff taking more sick days due to stress
More Great Western Hospital staff are taking sick days due to stress. The latest NHS Digital figures show there were 6,500 days lost due to staff absences in Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust in February. Of these, 1,400 were due
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Over 500 people raise £1,500 at inclusive Swindon walk
An inclusive walk, push, pull challenge will become an annual event in Swindon after the success of the first date. More than 500 children, young people and staff from across Brunel took part in the event at Lydiard Park on June 28, raising nearly
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New pictures show £33m town centre transformation in progress
A multi-million pound revamp of Fleming Way is slowly taking shape. Much of the junction with Princes Street appears to be nearly ready, with the revamped route coming to an abrupt halt near the corner of the old Debenhams building, where the ground
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Pre-school team from Swindon wins 'Team of the Year' award
A Swindon nursery's staff have been named Pre-School Team of the Year. Windmill Hill Day Nursery stole the spotlight at a special awards ceremony at Kelmarsh Estate in Northampton. The team was thrilled to be recognised for their exceptional
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New appointments bring refreshing wave of change to financial firm
A financial firm in Wiltshire has revitalised its board of directors in anticipation of future growth and success. The six-strong board of Old Mill, comprising newly appointed CEO Mark Neath and managing director Jolyon Stonehouse, alongside four
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Rotary club praised for community contribution through endowment fund
An event has been held to celebrate the Rotary Club of Swindon North and Thamesdown's contribution to the community. In a gathering on Monday, July 1, led by president Steve Davison, club members were praised for their "service above self" ethos
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Swindon youngsters shine in Barcelona football tournaments
Two young Swindon footballers recently returned from playing football in Barcelona. The youngsters, from Lawn Manor Academy, competed for Swindon Town Football Club Community Foundation in youth tournaments. Year 7 student Ava was part of the
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Swindon roofer pleads guilty to fraud offences in court
The owner of a roofing company has admitted to fraud and breaking trading regulations. Kerry David Sharland, 52, has already applied for his roofing company KS Building and Renovations Limited to be struck off and dissolved with Companies House
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Family farm to launch milk vending machine on fun day
A family farm in Semington is set to launch a number of dairy vending machines when it hosts a family fun day on Saturday. The fun day, taking place on July 13 from 10am to 4pm, will be at Woodhouse Farm, run by Robert and Lucy Noad. The farm
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Swindon charity to support an extra 150 families after a generous donation
A Swindon charity, celebrating its 30th anniversary, is set to support an extra 150 families this year, following a generous donation of £1,500. The Swindon & North Wiltshire Deaf Children’s Society (SNWDCS), a community committed to advancing
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Town centre attraction on verge of closure unless things improve soon
A family-friendly footballing activity attraction is set to close unless things drastically improve in the next two weeks. Football Fiesta Swindon opened in the town centre on December 22 as a pop-up, before officially opening in the new year
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Swindon martial arts team secures 15 medals at national event
A Swindon martial arts club has brought home a haul of medals from a national event held in Solihull. Phoenix Martial Arts' team of nine competed at the ITFU British Championships at the end of June. The club's participants showcased their
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Great Western Way roundabout 'dangerous' for drivers
Drivers in Swindon have reported countless numbers of near-misses on a roundabout they claim is slippery and very dangerous, especially in the rain. Mike Wilson took to Facebook to warn other drivers of his experience and urge the council to resurface
