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Swindon store one of 56 to shut nationwide as company collapses
A multi-million pound tile store in Swindon has been named as one of 56 stores nationwide which will close after the company has entered administration. CTD Tiles, one of the UK’s biggest tile suppliers, previously ran 86 stores across the UK and
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'Mortified' drunk slapped police officer in custody
A "mortified" Swindon woman has appeared in court after slapping a police officer while in custody. Pauline Baker, 51, of Acril Court, Old Town, was arrested on July 11 and refused to co-operate with officers at the police station. At Swindon
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How much Swindon's two new Labour MPs are making on the side
Swindon’s new MPs are not in Nigel Farage’s league. At least when it comes to the money they are paid on top of their salaries as Members of Parliament. The first fortnightly update of the Parliamentary register of MPs' interests since the
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Why building hundreds more houses in Swindon might actually be a good thing
More homes will be built in Swindon under a new government drive - and the councillor in charge of planning says that can only be a good thing for the town. Councillor Marina Strinkovsky says she fully sees the need for the government’s proposed
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Man charged with masturbating in public near Swindon
A Cirencester man is due in court on Tuesday (August 20) after allegedly being caught committing a sexual act in public. Nicholas Hooper, aged 35, of Countess Lilias Road, Cirencester, is charged with intentionally or recklessly causing a public
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Stunning shots from Swindon and Wiltshire Camera Club
The latest pictures from Swindon and Wiltshire Camera Club show the region has plenty of talented snappers getting about. From local casual moments to some excellent wildlife photography and being in the right place at the right time, all can be
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Jeremy Clarkson confirms when Cotswolds pub will open to public - and its NEW name
Jeremy Clarkson has confirmed when he will open his new £1 million pub The Windmill to the public. In a social media post, the former Top Gear presenter, 64, also confirmed that it will have a new name. Mr Clarkson initially thought the historic
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Fans left disappointed by state of County Ground for opening match
Several complaints were made about the state of the Nigel Eady County Ground as Swindon Town returned to home action against Walsall. Whilst many fans were left disappointed by a sub-par showing by the team on the pitch against Walsall, there were
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Ambitious plans announced for National Trust estate in Wiltshire
Ambitious new plans for a National Trust estate in Wiltshire have been revealed. The National Trust and Wiltshire Wildlife Trust have come together for the first time in a new partnership to transform farmland at Great Chalfield Manor in Wiltshire
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Labour promises workers right to switch off from calls and emails out of hours
The Labour government has promised to give workers the "right to switch off" so that homes do not become "24/7 offices". Under this plan, employees would have the right to ignore work calls and emails out of hours. Downing Street said the plans
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'Tories, not foreigners, have messed this country up'
A couple of days before a letter appeared in the Adver, 15th August, I had reason to visit Greenbridge Retail Park. On walking along Shrivenham Rd I was stopped by a male who was doing some tidying up outside a house, he began by saying ‘What a
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easyJet passenger from Swindon awarded hundreds in compensation after flight row
An easyJet passenger involved in a dispute over a delayed flight will receive hundreds of pounds from the budget airline. Clare Turner, from Swindon, was denied boarding on a flight to Alicante - and then refused compensation because easyJet said
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Young tennis player reaches final of junior event at Wimbledon
A young tennis player reached the final of a junior tournament at Wimbledon. Harry Mitchell, 14, from Blunsdon St Andrew, competed in the Play Your Way to Wimbledon National Finals in the 14U boys category. Starting with a group stage and progressing
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Best photograph of RIAT 2024 revealed in official competition
The winner of the best picture of the RIAT 2024 has been announced, chosen from a shortlist of 15. The dramatic shots show aircraft soaring, spinning and swooping in the air, as well as the celebrations on the ground below. The winner, Ben
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International tasting event a resounding success at nursing home
Residents at a nursing home in Aldbourne have been trying cuisines from around the world. Aldbourne Nursing Home held an international tasting afternoon, which provided residents with an opportunity to try a variety of global dishes. Organised
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Wiltshire man who 'hit neighbours with rolling pin' faces jail time
A man who hit his mum’s neighbours round the head with a rolling pin and bit one of them has been jailed for his outbursts. James Morgan, 35, of Rabley Wood View, Marlborough, pleaded guilty to racially aggravated harassment, criminal damage and
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Swindon businesses missing out on thousands in 'lost’ interest payments
Small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) across Swindon are losing out on an average of £2,256 per year in ‘lost’ interest payments, according to new research. The big six high street banks, Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, Nationwide, NatWest and Santander
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Swindon man offers to build electricity-generating windmill for the king
A Swindon man who built his own electricity-generating windmill has written to King Charles to offer him his own. Gareth Ross Buddell, of Bishopstone, believes that his windmill based on a 17th-century design - and updated to generate electricity
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Look of 137 new houses set to be built on edge of Swindon revealed
Details have emerged of how more than 130 houses to be built on the edge of Swindon will look and be set out Vistry Homes Ltd already has outline permission for the development of 137 houses as part of the growth of South Marston and Rowborough
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Council gives verdict on plan for disused dance school building
It is second time unlucky for property developer Phillip Brett after his revived plan to turn an empty dance studio in Old Town into flats has again been refused. Mr Brett had applied to build a third storey onto the empty building last used by
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Thief committed crime 'in desperation to get back to Swindon'
A schizophrenic man from Swindon was not given the medication he needs while in prison, a court has heard. Christopher DeSantos, 35, was agitated in the dock of Swindon Magistrates' Court on August 16. He pleaded guilty to stealing £169.97
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Teenager raising funds for Ecuador expedition next summer
A teenager is looking to raise £4,500 to fund a trip to Ecuador next summer. Sixteen-year-old Bella Fisher, who has left Abbey Park School in Swindon after completing her GCSEs, is hoping to take part in a four-week expedition in Ecuador with Camps
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Meet the Swindon beautician named as one of the best around
A beautician who made a major career change has been crowned one of the best in the region. Rachel Lyon only started her Rachel’s Beauty Room four years ago but won silver as Beauty Therapist of the Year at the British Hair and Beauty Awards.
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Hospice receives £1.5k donation as it continues Save Our Hospice appeal
A Wroughton hospice has been boosted by a donation of £1,500 as it continues a fundraising appeal. Prospect Hospice, which has provided end-of-life care throughout north east Wiltshire and areas of Gloucestershire since 1980, has received the sum
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Plans for children's play area at Westonbirt Arboretum
Plans have been revealed for a new children's play area at Westonbirt Arboretum. The project, part of a 10-year play strategy, is funded by The Friends of Westonbirt Arboretum (The Friends) and Forestry England. The first phase, costing £127,000
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Coercive control accused fails to turn up at court
A warrant has been issued for a man accused of coercive behaviour acts after he failed to turn up at court. Joshua Mayo, 32, of Trenchard Road, Stanton Fitzwarren, is accused of two counts of controlling or coercive behaviour in an intimate or
