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Heatwave fire warning as Swindon and Wiltshire residents urged to ditch barbecues
Residents in Swindon and Wiltshire are being urged to avoid using barbecues during the hot, dry weather to help prevent countryside fires.
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Builders merchant drags Swindon salesman to court after leaving for rival
A High Court judge has ruled against a builders' merchant that tried to prevent a Swindon salesman from joining a rival company, finding the restrictive covenant in his employment contract was "void and unenforceable".
Pets at Home offers free summer animal workshops for kids
Young animal lovers can enjoy free, hands-on learning sessions this summer
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Museum & Art Swindon marks second anniversary since relocation
A museum is celebrating two years since opening at its current site.
Man 'betrayed' by friends and set upon with weapons on Swindon estate
A Swindon man has been jailed after a victim was lured out of his home and then threatened by masked robbers at knifepoint during a "nasty" attack.
Residents bid to stop shoppers parking on narrow street near town centre
Residents have called for a dropped kerb to prevent shoppers blocking their homes.
Archaeologists find 'Iron Age fort' on edge of Swindon in landmark excavation
Archaeologists have uncovered the remains of what they believe to be an Iron Age settlement on the edge of Swindon following a landmark excavation.
Legal firm fell into administration owing £2.5 million
A prominent local legal firm collapsed into administration earlier this year, leaving more than £2.5 million owed to creditors.
Claim these DWP benefits? You could automatically qualify for a Blue Badge
People claiming certain DWP benefits can automatically qualify for a Blue Badge. Here's the full list and how to apply.
Swindon charity ball raises £62,000 to help domestic abuse victims
A £62,000 donation is helping to support vital services for individuals affected by domestic abuse.
Councillor praises police for closing down shop
A councillor has welcomed the closure of a shop following a police raid that uncovered thousands of pounds' worth of counterfeit goods and a machete
Swindon and Wiltshire residents urged to take care as temperatures soar
People in Wiltshire are being urged to take extra care as rising temperatures put pressure on health services.
Rare snails found only in two spots in Wiltshire
A new project is aiming to save one of Britain’s rarest snail species from the brink of extinction
World Cup singalong brings cheer at Swindon event
Songs, summer sunshine and a hopeful singalong of Three Lions brought cheer to a recent Memory Café gathering
CQC improves Swindon hospital rating - but maternity unit still not safe enough
Maternity services at Great Western Hospital remain rated as ‘Requires Improvement’, despite the Trust’s overall rating being upgraded to ‘Good’ by the Care Quality Commission (CQC)
Parents urged to reapply for free school meals amid new government rules
Parents are being urged to reapply for free school meals to ensure continued support for their children
Swindon day centre fighting homelessness receives donation
A charity day centre has received a donation to support its work offering vital services.
Woman wins sweets guessing competition at school fete
A woman has won a sweet-guessing competition at Greenmeadow school fete
Swindon team shows community spirit with outdoor tidy and litter pick
A day of community spirit and teamwork left the outdoors looking brighter in one part of town
Summer raffle to raise funds for new hospital cancer unit
A summer raffle is helping to support cancer patients through a new fundraising appeal