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Police and fire engines called after man seen on Regent Circus roof
Fire engines and police cars blocked Regent Circus for two hours after witnesses reported seeing someone on the leisure complex’s roof. An aerial ladder platform from central Swindon stretched to the top of the town centre structure to reach the
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Body found during search for missing Wiltshire man
Police confirmed that a body has been found during the search for a missing man from the Swindon and Marlborough area. At around 3.45pm on Wednesday, officers carrying out searches in central Aldbourne for 41-year-old Daulat Singh discovered a
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Man robbed at knifepoint outside Swindon Tesco
Three men threatened another with a knife and stole his £5,000 motorbike while outside a Swindon supermarket. Police arrested two men - aged 18 and 19, respectively - after being called to the Tesco Express in Liden at around 8pm on Tuesday.
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Former Swindon loanee makes switch to League of Ireland
Former Swindon Town loanee Dawson Devoy has made a surprise move back to Bohemian FC on a permanent deal from Milton Keynes Dons. Devoy spent the second half of last season at Swindon, scoring three goals after joining in January as Town looked
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Pictures show first aircraft arriving at Fairford ahead of RIAT 2024
The first of many military aircraft have touched down at RAF Fairford. An amazing assortment of planes, helicopters, and other high-tech jets will appear at the world-renowned three-day event over the weekend. Around 150,000 visitors are expected
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Loved ones' ashes used for jewellery by new business offering comfort in grief
A bespoke memorial jewellery and keepsake business hoping to offer people some comfort during grief has launched in the town. Rachel Thompson, from North Swindon, launched White Feather Memorials earlier this year after spending a year and a half
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Drink-driving dad caught napping after wedding reception
A drink-driving dad who pulled over to the side of the road to have a nap in his car after a wedding reception has been sentenced. John Roberts, 26, of George Street, Oxford, pleaded guilty to drink-driving and driving without insurance at Swindon
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Chart-topping noughties star announces gig in Swindon
Gareth Gates is set to play a gig for his fans in Swindon next year. The singer-songwriter will be coming to the Wyvern Theatre in March 2025. The 40-year-old chart topper shot to fame on reality show Popstars back in 2002 and went on to sell
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Award-winning shop 'totally buzzing' after latest trophy
A gift shop near Swindon has been rated the best in the region for buying greetings cards. Highworth Emporium has been named the best independent place to pick one up in the 2024 Retas Awards, the awards for greeting card retailers. The store
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Why every council house tenant in Swindon can expect a visit soon
“We want to get to know all of our customers as people.” Swindon Borough Council is aiming to change the way it interacts with its social housing tenants, councillors have learned. Head of housing customer service Stuart Hook told members of
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Smith leading from the front and the Khan conundrum - lessons from Melksham
Swindon Town dispatched with another local Non-League side as Harry Smith netted a double in a 3-1 victory over Melksham Town. Smith was potent as he scored twice inside ten minutes after former Town man Ralph Graham had given Melksham a third-minute
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When the Red Arrows will fly over Swindon before RIAT - exact times
The Red Arrows will be soaring through the skies around Swindon and Wiltshire as they prepare for the Royal International Air Tattoo. The RAF's aerial display team will arrive at RAF Fairford at around 5pm on Wednesday, July 17, after heading south
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Jet2, TUI, easyJet and Ryanair remind Brits about alcohol policy on aircraft
Earlier this week, Jet2 reminded its passengers of how serious the consequences of "disruptive passenger behaviour" can be. A woman was jailed for four months having drunk duty-free booze and lit up a cigarette on one of its flights. Summer
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Swindon youngster becomes English Schools javelin champion
Swindon Harriers youngster Lucy Bull has become an English Schools champion in the javelin breaking the championship record after a marvellous display. Still only aged 14 Bull is celebrating her own slice of athletics history after winning the
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Person found dead on railway line in Wiltshire
A person has been found dead after emergency services rushed to a railway line in Wiltshire. Trains running directly from Swindon to Bristol Parkway were cancelled on Wednesday morning, July 17, after Wiltshire Police and the South Western Ambulance
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Police release CCTV as search for missing man enters day six
Wiltshire Police has released CCTV images of a missing man as searches enter day six. 41-year-old Singh was reported missing from his place of work in Aldbourne, near Marlborough, on Friday, July 12. The man was last seen at around 1.30pm,
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All 11 water firms in England and Wales to face major probe over sewage spills
Ofwat is set to probe all 11 water firms in England and Wales as part of an investigation into sewage spills. It will be looking into whether their sewage treatment works are polluting the environment. Ofwat initially opened this investigation
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The 21 places children can eat for free or £1 during the 2024 summer holidays
Are you looking for ideas to get you out of the house in the summer holidays and where you can treat the kids to a nice meal without breaking the bank? From supermarket giants like Asda and Tesco to hotel chain Premier Inn or pizza restaurant Purezza
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Swindon bring in National League defender on trial
Swindon Town have taken Boston United defender Jai Rowe on trial with a view to signing the 22-year-old. Rowe played for an hour as Swindon faced Melksham Town in pre-season on Tuesday night, initially playing the first half at centre-back before
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Live updates as emergency services rush to railway line after major incident
12:56pm Death confirmed The British Transport Police has confirmed that a person died on the railway line near Brinkworth
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Kennedy looking for Swindon to become more clinical
Mark Kennedy said that he would like Swindon Town to improve their ruthless edge following their 3-1 victory over Melksham Town in pre-season. Harry Smith fired home twice during the first half before Paul Glatzel eventually added the third with
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'Out of control' driver caught eating breakfast with no hands on the wheel
A driver who was found eating breakfast with both hands off the wheel has been caught by Wiltshire Police. Officers from Wiltshire Police's Road Policing Unit were out patrolling the county's roads on Wednesday morning (July 17), when they pulled
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Stolen car found by police following burglary in Swindon
A stolen car was recovered in Swindon after the Wiltshire Police responded to a burglary. The raid, which happened in Abbeymeads, was first reported to officers at 3.30am on Wednesday, July 17. The force deployed its road policing unit to search
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Temperatures set to reach almost 30C as mini heatwave hits Wiltshire
Wiltshire is set to see temperatures rise almost as high as 30C this week, despite heavy rainfall during the first half of the month. The ancient tradition of St Swithin’s Day (July 15) has recently seen a revival after featuring prominently in
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Pictures: Thames Water confirms water leaks happening more in Swindon
The number, severity and frequency of water mains bursts in Swindon has been increasing and it is ‘not normal or expected’. Bosses at Thames Water, who had been invited to speak to Swindon Borough Council’s Scrutiny Committee, said they could not
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates Court earlier this month. ELDENE: Callum Gale, of Bowleymead, has been sentenced for threatening to disclose a private sexual photograph or film with intent to cause distress. The 19-year-old
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Swindon firm partners with college to support student career paths
A Swindon-based heating supplier has partnered with a college's careers programme to open up opportunities for students. Grant UK has joined New College Swindon in their Careers Extra Programme, aiming to teach youngsters more about the sector.
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National Lottery grants centre more than £131k in funding
Swindon's Open Door Centre has been granted more than £131k in National Lottery funding for adults with learning difficulties. The cash injection comes from the National Lottery Community Fund, the UK's largest community funder, which hands out
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Praise for new inclusive play area opened in Swindon borough
A new play area has opened in the Swindon borough. An excited group of children rushed through the newly-cut ribbon to be the first to try out the inclusive site on Northview Field in Highworth over the weekend while their parents sat on the grass
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Swindon patient praises GP staff's months of care
A grateful Swindon patient has written a letter of support thanking her local GP surgery. Pamela Peake was so impressed by the service provided by doctors and staff at Eldene Surgery that she felt compelled to publicly compliment their efforts
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Police warning after dangerous electric bike seized
Police caught a teenage boy riding a dangerous and illegal electric bike. The e-bike’s motor was 1,500 watts – well above the 250-watt limit – and had a maximum speed of 42mph, which also broke the law, as well as dangerous wiring to the battery
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‘Friendly’ craft and vintage market returning to Swindon
A long-established travelling market is returning to Swindon this month, and the organiser has provided more details. When Craft + Flea began six years ago it was the first of its kind by combining a makers market with a vintage market, hence it
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Police arrest man who drove 10 miles on wrong side of Swindon roads
A man who drove ten and a half miles on the wrong side of the A419 and A417 has been sentenced. Derrick Ind, 81, from Gloucestershire, pleaded guilty at Swindon Magistrates Court on July 16 after driving a blue Ford Fiesta dangerously on the A419
