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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.
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.
Emergency services rush to 'serious' crash at busy A419 junction
Emergency services rushed to a “serious” crash on the A419.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Planning for care in later life
Planning for care in later life
Police praise brave abuse victim after ex-partner who strangled her is sentenced
Police praise brave abuse victim after ex-partner sentenced
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.
Ancient village tradition sees people come together to bless trees
Villagers in Avebury came together this month to celebrate ancient folk custom of wassailing.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Housing developer starts work on new estate in Malmesbury
A housing developer has started work on a brand new estate in Malmesbury.
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.