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Update on man in court after teenager seriously injured in crash
An update has been issued after a man was charged over a teen seriously being injured in a crash near Chippenham.
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Teenager appears in court charged with murdering 16-year-old boy
A teenage boy has appeared in court after being charged with murdering a 16-year-old boy in Chippenham.
Millions of UK cardholders at risk of fraud by forgetting one simple step
Just 24% of Brits have signed the signature strip on their credit or debit cards, leaving more than three-quarters carrying cards that may be technically invalid.
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Arsonist jailed after setting fire to flats in Swindon and causing huge damage
An arsonist has been jailed after setting fire to a ground floor flat in Swindon and causing over £7,000 worth of damage.
Supermarket closed as firefighters race to incident
A supermarket in Swindon has reopened after emergency services were called to reports of a fire.
Warning issued over 'dodgy' Fire Sticks with dangers linked to illegal streaming
Those using 'dodgy' TV Fire Sticks/Boxes have been reminded of the dangers associated with using illegal streaming devices after a recent survey.
Jeremy Clarkson shares heartbreak after death at farm
Jeremy Clarkson has announced the death of another cow at Diddly Squat Farm in Oxfordshire.
Safety fears over plan for HMO and flats to house 21 in old derelict social club
A proposal to convert an empty social club into an HMO and flats – which would have seen neighbouring houses partially demolished - has been withdrawn.
Details as fashion retailer opens at Swindon's Designer Outlet
A fashion brand has returned to the Swindon Designer Outlet.
Update on fresh plans for new £30 million M4 service station
Plans for a new service station just off Junction 16 of the M4 look set to be approved.
Fears plans for change to parking charges ‘could stop locals coming to town'
New plans have been announced that could see parking prices for short stays in the town centre be more expensive, while parking for longer would be cheaper sparking fears this will deter people from visiting.
Update on plans for controversial new gas plant in Swindon as decision looms
Plans to build a controversial new gas plant in Swindon could soon be approved despite nearly 200 objections.
Experts reveal best washing machine cycle for towels and stained linens
Households have been advised to use a specific cycle on their washing machine if they need to clean dirty towels and stained linen.
Update on call for action over fears treacherous busy road will lead to bad accident
Calls have been answered to add a busy and steep road in Swindon, used by 'thousands travelling to and from work, parents and children heading to schools and patients looking to access nearby medical services,' to the council's gritting routes over fears treacherous icy conditions will lead to serio...
Councillor and mum discusses how stories can offer children a new world
A Swindon councillor has spoken about the influence of storytelling in her life
Sharp rise in patients puts hospital in challenging position
The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has revealed a dramatic increase in demand
Cub Scouts given behind-the-scenes look at bus company
Cub Scouts have been given a behind-the-scenes look at life on board a bus.
Housing association earns high praise from residents in satisfaction survey
A housing association has earned high praise from residents in a recent satisfaction survey
Student Volunteering Week is the perfect chance to engage young people
Student Volunteering Week is the perfect chance to engage young people
Fundraising dog walk goes ahead despite bad weather
Dog lovers braved wet weather to come together for a special fundraising walk