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US rapper Fatman Scoop dies aged 53 after collapsing on stage
US rapper Fatman Scoop has died aged 53, his talent agency MN2S has confirmed. The artist, whose real name was Isaac Freeman, had success around the world and topped the UK Singles Chart in 2003 with Be Faithful. Fatman Scoop was also known
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Are there still Oasis tickets available? Fans issued warning in latest update
Ticketmaster has warned fans that Oasis tickets are now "limited". Noel and Liam Gallagher announced on Tuesday (August 27) they had put their acrimonious split behind them, confirming Oasis' long-awaited reunion after 15 years. Making the
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'Only one man has turned water to wine' - Kennedy sees good things coming
Mark Kennedy said that he sees the signs of good things to come for Swindon Town despite their 2-1 defeat to Notts County. Gavin Kilkenny had given Swindon the lead with a delightful goal, but it was two unsaveable efforts from David McGoldrick
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Notts strike McGold in frustrating Town home defeat
Two pieces of David McGoldrick magic saw Swindon Town frustrated to lose at home against Notts County in League Two. Gavin Kilkenny struck a fine opener to give Town the rewards of a strong start before McGoldrick scored an equally sweet equaliser
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Jeremy Clarkson gets ready to welcome Richard Hammond to new pub
Jeremy Clarkson has been getting ready to welcome Richard Hammond to his new Oxfordshire pub. Having purchased The Windmill in Astill, Burford for around £1,000,000 and renamed it as The Farmer’s Dog, the former Top Gear host opened the doors last
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Thousands of mating spiders are about to invade UK homes - how to keep them out
Anyone with a fear of spiders is preparing for an uncomfortable few weeks in the near future. People are being warned that thousands of sex-crazed spiders are set to invade our homes at the end of next month, with the arrival of autumn signalling
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Pub owners will be 'massively affected' by outdoor smoking ban
Pub owners across Swindon have been reacting to the government’s proposal to ban smoking in some outdoor spaces, including pub gardens and outdoor restaurants. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is considering implementing the ban to address the number
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Swindon home used by sex workers investigated
Concerns about sex workers using a Swindon home have led to a closure order being put in place. Police received reports of antisocial behaviour occurring at an address in Emerald Crescent in Blunsdon and officers took the matter to court. On
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Bereaved Swindon parents release song in memory of baby Jasmine
Parents from Swindon grieving the loss of their baby girl are among 10 families to have written and released songs in memory of their children. The ‘Keepsake Circle’ project, supported by Helen & Douglas House children’s hospice, features personal
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Wiltshire Paralympian awarded silver medal by Jackie Chan
A Paralympic cyclist from Malmesbury was presented with a silver medal at the 2024 games by Jackie Chan. Daphne Schrager, who has cerebral palsy, has described hugging actor Jackie Chan after securing a podium place in the women's C1-3 3000M individual
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Swindon Town 1 Notts County 2: as it happened
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Oasis urged to 'have a heart' and add more tour dates as fans miss out on tickets
As many missed out on getting tickets, Oasis fans are calling for the band to add “more dates” to their UK and Ireland tour. This morning (August 31), thousands of music fans tried to buy tickets but many were left in a queue on ticket-selling
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TV Licence dodger finds themselves in court
A CIRENCESTER man has been sentenced for using a TV without a licence. Graham Walton, aged 41, of Ormand Close, Cirencester, used a television receiver without a licence on or around February 26 this year. The case was heard at North Somerset
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Brits issued false widow spider warning as woman almost loses her foot
A writer admits she regrets wearing fishnets to visit her boyfriend, after almost needing to have her leg cut off thanks to a 'false widow spider bite' in his garden. Bella Lamorte was visiting her partner in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, last
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How Swindon beat other places in UK to become twinned with Disneyworld
Swindon was once twinned with one of the most magical places on Earth - Disneyworld. The town is twinned with some fantastic places like Salzgitter in Germany, Ocotal in Nicaragua and Torun in Poland and enjoys relationships with all of them,
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Met Office warns that thunderstorms could cause flooding this weekend
A Yellow weather warning has been issued by the Met Office as thunderstorms approach. The warning covers Swindon and Wiltshire and suggests there is a small chance of flooding and disruption from heavy showers and thunderstorms. The warning
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Is Ticketmaster down? Oasis fans struggle to load site ahead of UK general sale
Some Ticketmaster users reported problems with the ticket-selling platform this morning (August 31) before UK Oasis fans rushed to get tickets for the band’s reunion tour. Users were left unable to load the website after the platform went down.
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Taylor Swift fan got Eras Tour tickets first time - see her tips for Oasis sale
Oasis fans will be hoping to secure tickets to the band’s reunion tour this morning (August 31) but with demand so high, you might be wondering how to get yours. A Taylor Swift fan who was able to get tickets for the Eras Tour has shared some tips
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Thousands of mating spiders are about to invade UK homes - how to keep them out
Anyone with a fear of spiders is preparing for an uncomfortable few weeks in the near future. People are being warned that thousands of sex-crazed spiders are set to invade our homes at the end of next month, with the arrival of autumn signalling
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Medieval battle with over 200 reenactors to take place at festival
Over the weekend hundreds of medieval knights will be joining a battlefield near Swindon and fighting for our entertainment. The annual Battle For Black Cat Medieval Festival is taking place on Saturday and Sunday near Roves Farm, and organisers
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McGurk receives positive injury update before Notts County
Sean McGurk has been given a boost in his recovery from injury as he has returned to Swindon Town training ahead of Notts County. It has been a frustrating summer for the former Leeds United youngster as he has had persistent discomfort since starting
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Premium Bond holders issued warning by NS&I as deadline approaches
Premium Bond holders have been issued a warning by NS&I over a deadline that could stop them from winning. NS&I shared the warning after a customer reached out to the company on X, formerly Twitter, to ask: "If I was to buy some Premium
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Don’t miss out on special offer tickets to see Circus Vegas
Don’t miss the sensational Circus Vegas, visiting Swindon, Westcott Recreation Ground, September 5th to 15th 2024! An awe-inspiring show bringing a plethora of jaw-dropping moments that defy gravity, question logic and will leave you wide-eyed
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Celebrating a year of bringing joy to Wiltshire and Oxfordshire
In just one remarkable year, Nice Bounce has transformed from a growing local business into the go-to provider for bouncy castle rentals in Wiltshire and Oxfordshire. As they celebrate their first anniversary, it's clear that Nice Bounce has already
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This Country star to explore Wiltshire's folklore in new series
Wiltshire is set to feature in a new TV series presented by the star of a BBC sitcom. BAFTA award-winning writer and actor Charlie Cooper is bringing his passion for folklore to the small screen in a new series for BBC Three and BBC iPlayer.
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Favourite town centre shops, cafes and restaurants as voted for by you
We asked locals about their favourite shops, cafes and restaurants in Swindon town centre and these were some of the top results. Something Different On a mission to “break away from the norm”, Something Different was chosen as a unique family-run
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Swindon and Wiltshire schools warned of measles outbreak
An urgent call has been made to parents in Swindon and Wiltshire to ensure their children are fully vaccinated before they return to school. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) South West issued the plea as fears mount of a further surge in measles
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Two nearby pubs are in the top 10 best English 'foodie inns'
Two pubs in and around Wiltshire have been named among the '10 best renovated English foodie inns' by the Guardian. Over the next few weeks, nothing will beat a seat in a rustic pub and watching the dusk of summer slowly transform into the dawn
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Suspected arson destroys Swindon football club's equipment
A suspected arson attack has destroyed containers full of equipment for a Swindon football club. Swindon Supermarine Youth FC shared the shocking news that they had lost the majority of the kit stored at the Webbswood Stadium Complex on Supermarine
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Banksy's work to appear in Swindon for limited time only
Artwork by undercover street artist Banksy will appear for a limited time in Swindon's latest showcase. Banksy first rose to fame in the early 1990s for their trademark spray-painted designs which appeared around Bristol. Over the years, the