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LIVE: Crash blocks road both ways with traffic building
7:29am Incident cleared This incident is no longer being reported by traffic services.
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Late night mass fight near Regent Circus leads to arrests
A late night violent disorder near Regent Circus in Swindon between seven people has led to arrests and a police appeal. Three people were arrested on the night of the disorder in Regent Street, Thursday October 10, and another two were arrested
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Long motorway delays and lane closed due to emergency repairs
5:38pm Roads reopen but delays continue AA reports: "Long delays due to earlier emergency repairs on M5 both ways
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates Court earlier this week. WILTSHIRE: Crown Pavilions, of Watlington in Oxfordshire, has been sentenced for a driving offence. A company employee was found guilty of using a Volkswagen on
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Multiple day M4 motorway closure will cause ‘substantial disruption’
National Highways is warning the M4 will close completely this weekend with a warning of “substantial disruption”. National Highways is reminding road users that the M4 north of Bristol and west of Wiltshire will be closed this weekend as part
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Rodbourne Cheney by-election: why it matters
Some might say that the by-election being held today in Rodbourne Cheney in Swindon is not important or relevant. It is true that whatever the result will not affect the current Labour administration’s ability to get things done. If the seat, which
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Crime fiction festival to bring literary sleuths together this week
Swindon’s first crime fiction festival is being held in the town this weekend. Authors from around the UK will give interviews at panels on historical crime fiction, psychological thrillers, and police procedurals, and deliver writing workshops
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Swindon company supplies top tech to major Saudia Arabia scheme
A Swindon company has developed cutting-edge technology for use in a major project in Saudi Arabia. Metric Group has partnered with the Riyadh Region Municipality and long-standing regional distributor IDEX to successfully install more than 60
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Driver faces fine for failing to stop at junction in concern area
A driver faces a fine for failing to stop at a junction in an area of local concern. Locals alerted police that drivers are “still” failing to stop at the stop sign on the junction of High Street and Church Lane in Purton. One driver was caught
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Kioki nightclub assault leads to police search for man
An assault at Kioki nightclub in Swindon has sparked a police search for a man it believes could help with enquiries. The assault took place at the High Street club in Old Town on September 7, 2024. Anyone who recognises the man pictured in CCTV
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National Trust 'worried' about the future of 500 sites
The National Trust has expressed concern over the future of its gardens, parks, and woodlands. Rangers and gardeners are poised for potential damage from further storms as the UK faces increasingly extreme weather conditions. Luke Barley, the
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British Novichok victim’s family told ‘do not touch her coffin’, inquiry hears
The family of the “innocent” British woman who died after she was exposed to Novichok were told not to touch her coffin because of the Russian nerve agent, an inquiry has heard. Dawn Sturgess, 44, died after she was exposed to the chemical weapon
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GWH Hospital loses contract as health bosses announce 'major transformation'
Major changes have been promised for health and social care in Swindon and Wiltshire as a new company takes over some services. Great Western Hospital used to provide community care services but going forward HCRG Care Group has been announced
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Royal Mint will hide a gold Snowman 50p coin in an advent calendar
The Royal Mint has announced The Snowman will be depicted on a 50p coin and a gold version will be hidden inside one of its advent calendars for a lucky customer to find on Christmas Eve. To further celebrate the launch of The Snowman 2024 collectable
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National Trust 'worried' about the future of 500 sites
The National Trust has expressed concern over the future of its gardens, parks, and woodlands. Rangers and gardeners are poised for potential damage from further storms as the UK faces increasingly extreme weather conditions. Luke Barley, the
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Heinz launches new 'exciting' ‘British’ baked beans flavour
Heinz has bean (pardon the pun) on one recently in terms of new flavours. From a Monster Munch Mayo to Spaghetti Carbonara in a tin, their ‘abominations' have fallen short of the mark with fans. However, the brand’s latest offering puts a
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GoCompare car insurance rule handing drivers back £250 each
Brits can get £250 back from their car insurance thanks to a handy and little-known refund rule. GoCompare offers customers a £250 free excess refund reward when they purchase car insurance. The price comparison site has revealed that its customers
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How much state pensions will to rise in April as Government 'face £100m bill'
Pensions are set to rise in April next year as the Government is facing an extra £100 million bill following revised figures published on Tuesday, a former pensions minister has said. Under the triple lock guarantee, the state pension increases
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Fear and hope: Will Swindon use Cheltenham jubilance to kick on?
As a veteran of a few trips to see Swindon fall short at Whaddon Road, it was greatly satisfying to sit in front of iFollow on Saturday and see 1526 away fans rewarded for making the journey with three points. Mark Kennedy recently rubbished the
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'Check your change': This is the penny worth 'at least £150,000'
Coin collectors have been alerted to a penny coin worth “at least £150,000”. The penny is one of the rarest coins ever produced according to experts, who say if you have one “you are rich”. It is a pre-decimal penny from 1933 and only seven
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How much state pensions are set to rise in April as Government 'face £100m bill'
Pensions are set to rise in April next year as the Government is facing an extra £100 million bill following revised figures published on Tuesday, a former pensions minister has said. Under the triple lock guarantee, the state pension increases
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Men's wellbeing programme set to be launched in Wiltshire
A programme aimed at promoting wellbeing in men is set to be launched in Wiltshire. Wiltshire Council and Wiltshire Wildlife Trust are joining forces to introduce the next series of 'Wellbeing in Nature' for men aged 20 to 59. Following its
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Nursery with unusual name gets first Ofsted result after opening new site
A Swindon nursery with an unusual name has received its first Ofsted rating since opening a second branch. The Nursery of Narnia at Moredon Community Centre currently provides childcare for 27 children aged one to four and is the second Nursery
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Tributes to adored dad 'loved by everyone' who died in bike crash
THE family of a man in his fifties who died in a collision on the A433 Tetbury Road near Cirencester have described him as someone who 'lived life to the full'. Tony Stepp, an assistant quarry manager from South Cerney, died in a two-vehicle collision
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Police surprise unsuspecting drivers with speed check on 30mph road
Police surprised unsuspecting drivers with a speed check on a 30mph stretch of road. Wiltshire Police officers from the Roads Policing Unit were on Hungerdown Lane in Chippenham carrying out speed checks on the afternoon of Monday, October 14.
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Cannabis 'bulk buyer' says 1145 wraps worth £10,000 were for 'personal use'
A driver has been stopped in Swindon with over 400 grams of cannabis in his car which he claims was for medicinal purposes. Alexander Saunders, 31, from Carterton, Oxfordshire, appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday, October 14 and pleaded
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Angry man dwarfed by ‘disgusting rubbish attracting rats'
A Swindon resident says his overflowing communal bins are a disgusting health hazard but the rats do not seem to mind. Kevin Rinaldi, 70, is sick of the shared bins for his Rodbourne estate spewing waste, which he says are not collected frequently
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Wiltshire opticians named among best in the country by Which?
A Wiltshire opticians has been ranked among the best in the country. Haine & Smith Opticians, which has 20 practices in and around Wiltshire, was ranked second in a survey by Which? magazine. The survey asked more than 10,000 people about their
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Swindon care company gets top score following concerns about service
A Swindon care company has kept its overall “outstanding” CQC rating following official concerns about the service. A two-month assessment was done of the safety and leadership at First City Nursing Services from May 7 to July 5 2024 “to follow
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Mum's rage at 'con' Outlet bus lane fine on first visit to Swindon
A mother has raged at a “con” bus lane that fined both her and her daughter on their first visit to Swindon. Samantha Bradley vowed never to return, saying the unexpected charge ruined her trip and undid any Outlet bargains she found. She is
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Museum & Art Swindon set to unveil new exhibitions
Museum & Art Swindon is set to unveil two new exhibitions celebrating the natural beauty and cultural heritage of Wessex. Visitors will have the chance to explore an artistic representation of the region's landscapes and the literary legacy of
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Ukrainian charity event in Old Town to raise funds for medics
A Ukrainian charity fashion show is set to raise funds for frontline paramedics. 'Spirit of Resistance' will take place at Christ Church in Old Town on Saturday (October 19), at 5pm. The event, hosted by Swindon Welcomes Ukraine, will combine
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Man intimidated witness 20 minutes after being released from custody
A Swindon man has pleaded guilty to trying to intimidate a witness into withdrawing a complaint 20 minutes after being released from custody. Joseph Webb, 30, of Stratton St Margaret appeared at Swindon Magistrates Court on Monday, October 14 after
