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Dame Joan Plowright has died aged 95

British actress Dame Joan Plowright has died at the age of 95, her family has announced.

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Investigation launched into alleged sexual assault on canal towpath

Police are investigating an alleged sexual assault on a Wiltshire canal.

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Live updates as Princess Anne arrives for Royal visit

Live updates as Princess Anne makes two visits to Swindon and Wiltshire today.

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Police swoop on abandoned car after driver 'flees' the scene

Police swooped on an abandoned car after the driver was reportedly seen “fleeing” in Swindon.

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Emergency services rush to 'serious' crash at busy A419 junction

Emergency services rushed to a “serious” crash on the A419.

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Preparations underway for hot air balloon festival coming to Swindon

Preparations are currently being made for Lydiard Park to host a hot air balloon festival this summer.

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Man who is 'Jesus Christ reincarnated' blames stabbing on 'voice of god'

A man who allegedly stabbed a victim twice in the neck in Devizes town centre blames his actions on the 'voice of God', a court has been told.

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Empty 'eyesore' pub still looking for new landlord

A formerly troublesome pub in Swindon is still looking on the market looking for a new owner.

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Council to make decision on new supermarket after four-year planning row

Plans for a new Lidl supermarket could be decided this month after a four-year planning row.

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Planning for care in later life

Planning for care in later life

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Police praise brave abuse victim after ex-partner who strangled her is sentenced

Police praise brave abuse victim after ex-partner sentenced

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Man who 'turned back on crime' jailed again after violent attacks and strangulation

A man who claimed he had 'turned his back on crime' has been jailed again after violently attacking a neighbour and strangling his partner.

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Ancient village tradition sees people come together to bless trees

Villagers in Avebury came together this month to celebrate ancient folk custom of wassailing.

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Parents back MP's 'Harry's Law' proposal after case into boy's death collapses

Swindon MP Will Stone has the backing of Harry Parker's parents with plans on a bill to change road safety law after the 14-year-old's death in November 2022.

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West End star set to perform at South West theatre

West End star Carrie Hope Fletcher has been cast as Calamity Jane in the upcoming UK tour.

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Wiltshire Police launch team of support dogs to help staff dealing with trauma

Wiltshire Police launch a network of wellbeing and support dogs to help support people dealing with trauma.

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Cotswold Wildlife Park shares photos of animals braving cold snap

Cotswold Wildlife Park shares photos of iits animals braving the coldest week in recent history.

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Art exhibition to showcase original work at Swindon Town Hall

An exhibition of original art by local artist Sheryll K Fox to go on display at Swindon Town Hall.

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Housing developer starts work on new estate in Malmesbury

A housing developer has started work on a brand new estate in Malmesbury.

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Classic novel to be brought to life on Swindon stage

A new stage adaptation of Far from the Madding Crowd will be performed in Swindon.