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Police ‘very concerned’ for welfare of missing 83-year-old man
Police are very concerned for the welfare of an 83 year old man reported missing in Swindon today. Barry, from the Kingsdown area, was last seen at 11am on October 15 at his home address. He is described as being around 5ft 6in tall with fair
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Traffic on A419 near GWH Hospital
6:44pm Traffic has now eased in the area around the hospital. (Image: AA)
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Risk of thunderstorms this week as ‘plague’ of rain continues
There is a risk of thunderstorms this week as what the Met Office calls a “plague” of heavy rain continues across the region Wet weather is forecast to continue in Swindon and Wiltshire on the evening and night of October 15 and is set to get worse
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Swindon Town flags spotted at surprise Nations League venue
Robins fans showed their support in Europe as two Swindon flags were spotted at the Lilleküla Stadium on Sunday as Estonia hosted Sweden in the Nations League. The Scandanvian side ran out 3-0 winners with goals coming from Sebastian Nanasi and
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Family behind new ‘classy bar’ reveal why they chose location
Owners set to transform an old traditional pub into a new classy bar have revealed why they chose to start afresh in Royal Wootton Bassett. The Grade-II listed Waggon and Horses which has been closed on Royal Wootton Bassett's High Street for the
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Cook on fire, change at Salford: Five things happening in League Two
With the international break in full force, League Two was under the spotlight with just two games out of 12 postponed. From late drama and boardroom shake-ups, what is happening in England’s fourth division? Andy Cook is cementing his spot
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Council celebrates as year anniversary of recycling changes approaches
The council has celebrated a year since recycling changes were introduced in November 2023. Since the changes were introduced in the borough, 4,440 tonnes of food waste have been recycled. A spokesperson said: “Thanks to your efforts, we’ve
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Unassuming terraced houses reported as selling for £8 MILLION
A handful of terraced houses in Swindon are reported to have sold for over £8 million, despite neighbours being valued at less than £300,000. Houses across Swindon on Akers Way, Ashley Close and Oakham Close, to name three, are recorded on the
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Pub gives wine to wrong ‘pretty’ couple in hilarious mistake
A pub that was asked to send a bottle of wine to the “pretty brunette and bald skinny man” hilariously sent it to the wrong table. Ed and Charlotte Pownall were eating at The Crown in Aldbourne last week when their friends called the pub to send
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The Voice UK stars praise singer ahead of new 'Swindon song' release
A teenager from Swindon who is quickly rising in the music industry has been praised by The Voice UK stars ahead of her new single release. 15-year-old Tildy has already garnered attention for her performances in professional theatre tours and
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The key to Swindon becoming a consistent attacking force
Swindon Town have shown a fair amount of inconsistency in their attack this season, what is the key to them offering more output? 1, 0, 0, 1, 1, 4, 0, 1, 1, 0, 3. Other than looking like some kind of code, that is the number of goals Swindon have
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Joel McGregor makes League Two team of the week
Swindon Town wing-back Joel McGregor has featured in the League Two team of the week following a brilliant performance away at Cheltenham. The 18-year-old netted his second ever goal for the Robins as they came out with all three points in Gloucestershire
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Man hunted by police for theft and fraud
A man is being hunted by police for theft and fraud, with an appeal being put out to the public for help. Kane Townsend, 26, is wanted by police in Swindon for theft and fraud by false representation. Police are appealing to the public for
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Wiltshire professional snooker player's 12-year ban ends
Former snooker world number five Stephen Lee is free to return to Snooker following the conclusion of a 12-year ban. The Trowbridge-born player suffered a long sentence after he was found guilty of seven charges of match-fixing. It was revealed
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Swindon's striker injury crisis set to ease this week
Kabongo Tshimanga is set to get back in training this week for Swindon Town after missing the last two games with a hamstring injury. The striker was forced off during the first half of Swindon’s 0-0 draw with Harrogate Town, with what was said
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Experts share 4 tips on how to prepare your boiler before turning heating on
Colder temperatures are now finally emerging in the UK this year after a relatively mild start to autumn and many people might be in the mood to put the heating on. However, it is vital to ensure a few checks are completed before this is done,
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Watch: Drug driver 'risked lives' by completely stopping in the middle of the M4
A woman put multiple lives “at risk” by stopping her car in the middle of the M4 while high on ketamine. Bethan Markfort, of Reigate in Surrey, has been banned from driving for two years and fined £1,200 after pleading guilty to drug driving in
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Missing boy found 'safe and well' after search
Update: Harley has been found. A police spokesperson said: "We are pleased to confirm that 15-year-old Harley, reported missing yesterday, has been located safe and well." Police are “extremely concerned” about a teenage boy who is missing from
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Kate Middleton's favourite Lake District place where brother 'seeks solace'
Kate Middleton's brother James has candidly shared memories of him and Kate in the Lake District when they were younger. Known for preferring family holidays to lavish ones abroad, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge are big fans of Cumbria's crown
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HMRC targeting parents who've 'gifted' children money in past 7 years
Sir Keir Starmer's Labour government are considering a possible crackdown on "inheritance tax" which could decrease HMRC relief for parents who gift children money. Inheritance tax is paid on the estates of people who have sadly passed away.
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Hunt making 'big impression' at Boro since Swindon switch
Former Swindon Town defender Harley Hunt is making a big impression at Middlesbrough as he is frequently involved with Michael Carrick’s first team. A breakout season in Town’s under-18s led to plenty of interest over the summer, The Adver was
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Police to target Designer Outlet amidst shoplifting crackdown
Police are cracking down on shoplifters at Swindon’s Designer Outlet and retail parks around the town. Officers from the Stratton, Central Swindon North and West Swindon Neighbourhood Policing Teams were at Greenbridge Retail Park on Monday, October
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Man banned from driving after falling asleep behind wheel with open wine bottle
A man has been convicted after being found asleep at the wheel with an open bottle of wine. Paul Cronje-Jarvis, aged 60, of Greenacres Park, Meysey Hampton, appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday, September 14 where he was banned from
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'We needed that lift' - Cup victory spurred Swindon on to end league drought
George Cox said that Swindon Town’s Bristol Street Motors victory in midweek spurred them on to follow that up with another three points against Cheltenham Town. Having won just one of their first 12 matches across all competitions, Town had made
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HMRC pension warning as deadline to boost your State Pension approaches
More than 10,000 people have boosted their state pensions by a combined £12.5 million in the last six months, HMRC has revealed. More than 10,000 payments worth £12.5 million have been made through the new digital service to boost people’s State
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Driver clocked at 114mph in M4 speed check
A driver was allegedly clocked travelling at well over 100mph on the M4 at Swindon. Police stopped a Seat Leon on the exit slip road at junction 16 of the M4 after the driver was reportedly caught travelling at 114mph, on the night of Sunday, October
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How to transform Swindon's ailing Regent Circus site
AFTER a Swindon businessman suggested that Regent Circus’ could be used as a music venue, Adver readers had their own suggestions for the mostly-vacant site. Cineworld closed its doors earlier this month, leaving Nando’s and the Boom Battle Bar
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Swindon man 'gets life back' from hospital after seizure in supermarket
A Swindon man with a lifelong neurological disorder has described how support from the town’s hospital gave him his life back. Paramedics rushed Moredon resident Phil Skeates to Great Western Hospital after the 55-year-old suffered a seizure in
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Swindon vet shares advice on coping with death of pets in her new book
An Swindon vet has shared the grief she felt when her dog died in her new book. On October 5, Donna Wills began the launch tour of her debut book, 'The Best Goodbye', and a day later, she was at the Swindon branch of Pets Corner, in Stratton.
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Raise awareness with free Charity Templates from Adobe Express
In a world of information overload, charities are finding creative ways of expanding their reach and attracting more supporters. Visuals play a powerful role in captivating audiences and inspiring them to get involved. Now, charities and non-profit
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Chippenham Scouts celebrate launch of new badge at space centre
More than 500 Scouts took over the National Space Centre to celebrate the launch of a new badge earlier this month. The Scouts, including the 2nd Chippenham Scouts, gathered at the Leicester site on October 6 to make the launch of the Space Badge
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Wiltshire Police continues roll-out of Right Care Right Person model
Wiltshire Police is continuing to roll-out a national model aimed at ensuring vulnerable people get the right support from the right agency when they need it. The first phase of Right Care Right Person was introduced in April, and a second final
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Doorman 'left disfigured in violent attack from drunk' at pub
A drunk who assaulted a pub doorman and nearly broke his nose has appeared in court. Artur Mieszczak, 41, pleaded guilty to assault at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday, October 14. Mr Ballinger, prosecuting, said Mieszczak was out with two
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Hospital falls not responsible for former care worker's death, inquest hears
The death of a woman in a Wiltshire nursing home was due to heart disease, a coroner has ruled. Thora Gillen, a 78-year-old retired care worker, died at Hays House nursing home in Sedgemoor, Wiltshire, on August 4, 2023. An inquest into her
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Reason why Christmas lights were prematurely switched on before Halloween
The reason why multiple Christmas lights have lit up Swindon's streets in October has been revealed. Confusion surrounding this year's Christmas lights event first began when Old Town residents spotted some of the lights already switched on during
