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Popular TV channels to change next week due to major broadcaster rebrand
Broadcaster UKTV is set to undergo a major rebranding next week resulting in changes to a number of popular TV channels. UKTV is responsible for free-to-air channels including Dave, Yesterday and Gold and covers a wide range of genres - everything
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Lidl confirms opening hours change for England’s Euro 2024 final
Lidl is set to alter its opening hours on Monday (July 15) to allow its staff time to enjoy post-match celebrations after watching England in the UEFA European Championship 2024 final. The Three Lions will take on Spain in the Euro 2024 final in
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Manhunt launched after suitcase full of human remains found on bridge
A manhunt has been launched after two suitcases containing suspected human remains were found at the Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol. Police responded to reports of a man with a suitcase acting suspiciously on the landmark bridge just before
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The Swindon shops and restaurants closing early for Euros final
Some Swindon shops and restaurants will close early on Sunday evenings so that staff can watch the final of the 2024 Euros. Before England's showdown against Spain kicks off at 8pm on July 14, the managers of a few national chains and local businesses
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Family visit elephants in zoos across UK in memory of daughter
A family from Swindon have completed a two-day challenge to visit elephants in zoos across England in memory of their daughter, who lost her battle with a rare form of cancer. Gary and Joanne Venton lost Chloë to Ewing sarcoma in 2020, when she
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'The hardest thing I have ever done' - Pre-season with Paolo
“Pre-season, oh my God, it is the hardest thing I have ever done, well that and then the following year with him. It was relentless but it was the fittest we have ever been.” That is Paul Caddis describing pre-season with Paolo Di Canio on the
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Why Swindon's ward boundaries could change for next election
Significant changes are proposed to the electoral map of Swindon by the time of the next local elections in 2026. The Local Government Boundary Commission has come up with new proposal for wards in Swindon Borough. And while the number of councillors
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Swindon pubs and bars packed out for historic England victory
Pubs and bars in Swindon were packed out as England triumphed over the Netherlands to reach the Euro 2024 final. The nerves rose as chances were thwarted by the Dutch defence, goalkeeper or goalposts. But that tension erupted into joy with
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How will Hall help to improve Swindon's defence?
Swindon Town pulled off something of a transfer coup as they brought in former Rotherham United defender Grant Hall on a permanent deal. Jamie Russell and Swindon made their eighth signing of the summer in the form of the returning Hall to add
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Tesco to close Express stores early as England make Euro 2024 final
We scored! England has made the Euro 2024 final, meaning that Tesco will close early on Sunday. The Three Lions beat the Netherlands team 2-1 in the semi-final in Dortmund on Wednesday night. The England squad will now face Spain in the final
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Swindon vet hospital is rated the best in Wiltshire
A Swindon veterinary practice has been named the best in the county at a major awards ceremony. BestUKVets honoured Drove Veterinary Hospital with the accolade after the team received the most four or five star online reviews in every category.
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Swindon social club hosting summer food festival this month
A social club in Swindon has invited local vendors to serve some of their best-selling dishes at a summer food fair. Bourton Club will host a special evening of food, live music and cocktails on Saturday, July 20 from 5pm to 8pm. There will
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British Motocross Championship at Foxhill this weekend postponed
The ACU British Motorcross Championships that was set to descend on Foxhill this weekend has been postponed four days out. The former Grand Prix circuit near Swindon was set to play host to the latest round of the championships on Sunday, July
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LIVE: Traffic builds after crash on Swindon road
12:09pm Traffic remains slower than usual in the Eldene Drive area, although there are no longer any road closures in
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Water bills to rise by £94 over next five years - regulator confirms
The average household water bill in England and Wales is set to rise by £94 over the next five years. It comes as water regulator Ofwat's proposal showed that water and wastewater companies such as Thames Water would be increasing the average bill
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Swindon Harriers win first Wessex Young Athletes League title this century
Swindon Harriers are celebrating after finally getting their hands back on the Wessex Young Athletes League title for the first time this century. The club secured the title for the first time in 34 years by making it four wins out of four in the
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Card payments declined in major supermarkets and stores across Wiltshire
Shoppers across Swindon and Wiltshire are unable to pay by card in major food shops and restaurants. The card payment issues were first reported on Thursday morning, July 11, and appear to be affecting customers wanting to make Visa and Mastercard
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Swindon searching for goalkeeper to challenge Bycroft
Marcus Bignot confirmed that Swindon Town are looking to bring in a new goalkeeper to try and push Jack Bycroft for the number one shirt. Swindon entered the summer with only Bycroft and Redman Evans as goalkeepers in the squad and in the opening
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700 new homes could be built on golf course land under new proposals
Hundreds of houses could be built on the open space of Highworth Old Golf Course as Swindon Borough Council considers what to do with it. Since the golf course closed in 2019 it has been used by people from Highworth as an open green space and
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All shares in Swindon firm bought by Italian business
A Swindon telecommunications firm will continue at its Stratton base after being bought by an Italian company. Tratos Cavi Spa has acquired all of AFL Telecommunications Europe Ltd's shares, expanding its UK presence. The acquisition of a subsidiary
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Dauntsey Festival of Transport and Country Show returns this weekend
The Dauntsey Festival of Transport and Country Show is set to return this weekend. The annual non-profit event takes place at Good Mondays Farm, Chippenham, on July 13 and 14. The event supports charities such as the Plum Layton Charitable
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Garden centre to host free gardening workshop for children
A garden centre is inviting children to bring their own plants to a 'show and tell' event this summer. Dobbies will host a free Little Seedlings workshop at its Swindon store on August 4 for children aged four to 10. It will teach children
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Swindon digital marketing firm celebrates second birthday
A Swindon-based digital marketing agency is celebrating its second birthday. Rob Curtis, the owner and founder of The Pursuit Agency, spoke of his optimism for the future. Me Curtis, who lives in Swindon, said: "I still can’t believe it’s been
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Couples can now get married at one of Swindon's most iconic locations
Couples are able to tie the knot at one of Swindon's oldest and most unique venues for the first time. Town Gardens in Swindon, managed by South Swindon Parish Council, has officially launched Weddings at the Bowl, a new outdoor wedding venue located
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Support network for SEND families launched in Swindon
A support network for families with children who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) has been launched in Swindon. SEND Community Connected, a dedicated community organisation, has announced a new initiative aimed at providing
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Shoe shop boss reveals secrets of success after 100 years of sales
The owner of a longstanding Swindon shoe shop has spoken about the secrets to its success through tough economic times. Mark Blaylock is the fourth generation in his family to manage the well-known retailer that rounds the corner of Devizes Road
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Chinese restaurant given zero food hygiene rating inspected again
A Chinese restaurant has bounced back with an improved food hygiene rating after getting the lowest possible grade. Inspectors left Hongxin Oriental Buffet unimpressed on April 4, then gave the Peatmoor premises a zero rating and ordered the West
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50-year-old headbutts teenager on bus for ‘bizarre’ reason
A 50-year-old man headbutted a 17-year-old on a bus for not letting him use the boy’s internet hotspot. Wayne Hobbs, of Welcombe Avenue, Swindon, had never met the boy who was nearly a third his age before attacking him on May 4. Hobbs pleaded
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Owners of Swindon-based doughnut factory open first café
The owners of a Swindon doughnut factory have opened their first café. Mario and Betina Evangelista bought Pipp & Co in 2015 and have grown it from a small bakery selling at farmers' markets into a big business which produces more than 20,000 doughnuts
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Sneak peek of all the facilities at multi-million pound sports hub
Newly opened sporting facilities in Swindon might not be able to compete with London’s Olympic Park, overall. But the grounds of the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park around the Olympic Stadium, Copper Box and velodrome in East London don’t have a
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BBC confirms full coverage plans for Euro 2024 final as England face Spain
The full TV coverage for the Euro 2024 final has been confirmed by the BBC as England is set to face Spain. On Wednesday, the eyes of the nation were on Dortmund as the Euro 2020 runners-up played the Netherlands in a match that ended with Ollie
