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Community foundation marks International Women's Day

Community Foundation is celebrating the part played by women in the community to mark International ...

Fire and rescue service offers road safety video preview

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service’s road safety team are to offer a free ...

Politics

Illustration of a so-called Changing Places toilet facility

Ex-mayor calls for rethink of Swindon public toilets

A former Mayor of Swindon is calling for the town to make public provision more inclusive.

Health

Over 2m covid vaccinations administered in the South West

More than 2m covid vaccinations have now been delivered by the NHS in the South West.

Swindon author's World Book Day story time

South Marston CE Primary School pupils were treated to a virtual storytelling extravaganza on World ...

Crime

Teenager seriously injured in Swindon attack

Swindon Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault on a teenager in the town.

North Wiltshire Crematorium to broadcast special service for Mother’s Day

North Wiltshire Crematorium in Royal Wootton Bassett has announced a virtual service for Mother's Day.

Prospect Hospice volunteers take on a broad range of roles

Prestigious status accolade for Prospect Hospice

Prospect Hospice has been awarded Investing in Volunteers status for the second time.

Some of the money will be used to help maintain Chiseldon's historic Washpool

Community Foundation solar park fund a ray of light for eco projects

More than £57,000 in community grants has been generated by a Wroughton solar park.

TV gardening slot for Braydon care home residents

Residents at White Lodge care home in Braydon near Royal Wootton Bassett will appear in ...

Health

Mar 4 update: GWH reports a further covid death as weekly Swindon case total falls to 167

The latest report from NHS England has revealed that a death from covid has been ...

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Lifestyle

Attractions

LibDem plan to save Oasis - and create a new one

Swindon's Liberal Democrats have outlined a plan to secure the future of the Oasis.

Attractions

Swindon Festival of Tomorrow shows to go on-demand

The organisers of the Festival of Tomorrow will release some of the highlights online over ...

Home and Garden

Swindon Turf Kings Diversify

Picture this: It’s 2018 and the height of summer. Barry Taylor stands looking out onto ...

Health and Beauty

Reasons For LA Celebrities Getting IV Drips

Do you know celebrities like Rihanna, Chrissy Teigen, Kim Kardashian, and many others have been ...

Heritage

Dr Reeve with objects found during work at Farmoor Reservoir

Thames Water archaeologist protecting hidden history

Thames Water has named Dr Victoria Reeve as its new archaeologist.

Arts and Culture

Wiltshire Police rolled out the rainbow flag to mark PRIDE in 2019

Wiltshire Police announce support for Swindon and Wiltshire PRIDE festival

Festivalgoers will be able to stop by a Wiltshire Police sponsored 'zone' at this year's ...

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Business Brief

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Company raises more than £40,000 for Prospect Hospice

Long-standing Prospect Hospice supporter Wilson Tool has raised £40,867 from ongoing fundraising activities during the ...

Features

Qualities to Look For When Buying Air Filters

Air filters are an essential part of your AC system. They are the only thing ...

TV gardening slot for Braydon care home residents

Residents at White Lodge care home in Braydon near Royal Wootton Bassett will appear in ...

The furlough extension is among a raft of measures announced by Chancellor Rishi Sunak

Furlough extension key plank of Budget

The pandemic furlough is to be extended until the end of September.

Openwork Partnership expands services with Co-op deal

Swindon-based The Openwork Partnership is joining forces with Co-op Legal Services.

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Education

Swindon author's World Book Day story time

South Marston CE Primary School pupils were treated to a virtual storytelling extravaganza on World ...

Community Foundation solar park fund a ray of light for eco projects

More than £57,000 in community grants has been generated by a Wroughton solar park.

Waterstones Children's Laureate Cressida Cowell

Children's Laureate makes virtual visit to Swindon children

Award-winning author Cressida Cowell today - 4 March - virtually visited children in Swindon to ...

Director of Public Health Steve Maddern will be among the officials answering questions

Council's live back-to-school Q and A

An online back-to-school question and answer session will be hosted by Swindon Borough Council from ...

College & Higher Education

Schools reopening prompts bus timetable changes

Swindon's Bus Company has announced service changes ahead of schools reopening from 8 March.

How To Return To College And Get A Degree After Years Of Break

Maybe you have always thought about getting your master’s degree but got into a job ...

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Sport & Leisure

Sport

Robins Supporters: How to Stay Healthy When Dealing with Life As a Football Fan

Irrespective of whether you support Liverpool, the reigning Premier League champions, or Swindon Town, football ...

Sport

Everything You Need to Know About Betting on the Cheltenham Festival

The Cheltenham Festival brings together the best horses, jockeys, and trainers from England, Ireland, France, ...

Clubs & Activities

Gruelling climb to support vulnerable young people in Swindon

A team from Swindon will climb Europe's tallest peak for an organisation helping vulnerable young ...

Clubs & Activities

A computer-generated impression of the planned additions

Ambitious plans for Swindon Golf Complex

A new driving range and a football centre feature in new plans for Swindon's Broome ...

Clubs & Activities

How Do Online Gambling Providers Remain Competitive?

Motoring

Innovations during lockdown mean car buyers in Swindon have never had it so good

The numerous lockdowns, and their effects on the retail industry, have meant that those wanting ...

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Charity

Community Foundation solar park fund a ray of light for eco projects

More than £57,000 in community grants has been generated by a Wroughton solar park.

Trustee Sarah Jones says her experience so far has been rewarding

Invitation to would-be Prospect Hospice Trustees

ProspectHospice is seeking new trustees to help mould the future of end of life care.

Lord Lieutenant of Wiltshire Sarah Troughton

Lord Lieutenant becomes Patron of Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service

Wiltshire Lord Lieutenant Sarah Rose Troughton has announced patronage of Swindon Domestic Abuse Support Service.

Gruelling climb to support vulnerable young people in Swindon

A team from Swindon will climb Europe's tallest peak for an organisation helping vulnerable young ...

Census Support Service announced

Voluntary Action Swindon (VAS) is to provide the Census 2021 Support Service forSwindon.