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Fine sign of the times found in Swindon archive... and is another reason why town needs new museum
A CLEAR sign of the untapped treasures in Swindon Museum and Art Gallery’s archive has come from their latest discovery in the collection. As part of a project investigating their extensive collection, much of which can’t be displayed, for space
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Hospice fundraiser at Swiss Chalet promises to suit everyone
LIVE music and a fun-filled family day of music and entertainment is on the card’s for a fundraising day at the Swiss Chalet on Sunday. The Gorse Hill event aims to raise money for the Prospect Hospice, and will feature an extensive line up of
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Will Town fans be outnumbered at Wembley? Up to 9,000 play-off final tickets may be returned
SWINDON Town have returned around 9,000 unsold tickets for this weekend's playoff final - but fans can still get their hands on the precious stubs. More than 21,000 tickets, from an initial allocation of 30,500, are understood to have already been
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Rewind: Golden oldie that was EMI Swindon
Pictures from the CD plant in Drakes Way which was making sweet music in Swindon until it closed in 2002.
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Ombudsman service offers useful advice
Ombudsman service offers useful advice THE summer's nearly here and many of us are looking forward to a well-earned getaway in the coming months. In order to make the most of your break, it's worth packing a few essentials into your holiday
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Rewind: Vision of the future
THE future of Swindon’s town centre appeared on the Swindon Advertiser’s front page almost exactly half a century ago.Admittedly the reality ended up differing radically from the concept, but the message, delivered on the 20th anniversary of VE Day, was
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REWIND: Did anyone predict a riot?
FRANCE burned this week in 1968, and plenty of Swindon people were there to feel the heat. The riots of that year are as much iconic parts of 1960s history as the Kennedy assassinations or Woodstock. Millions of striking French workers joined
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School praised in report
BARN Owl Pre-School believe it is vital to develop a strong link with parents. They believe that with this bond in place it allows young people to develop their skills. The centre, based at Haydon Wick Primary School, in The Brow, formed in
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Graham Carter column: Where's the nearest loo?
SORRY for bringing this up in polite company, but when you’ve gotta do it, you’ve gotta do it. When this column began, more than 10 years ago, the plan was for it to be about life in my forties, but here I am now, writing from the wrong side of
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Faith and music go together: BARRIE HUDSON meets Pastor Steve Mpofu
Pastor Steve Mpofu is minister of Christendom Pentecostal Church, based at Swindon’s Broadgreen Community Centre, and director of Swindon Gospel Choir. He is leading a campaign urging the South African government to take action over violence against
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It's another cracker from Kentwood
FROM the moment I arrived at the Wyvern car park I knew we were in for the usual knockout evening - the park was full and it was only 6.45pm! It was time for the Kentwood Showcase 2015 and the foyer was heaving with hundreds of eager music lovers
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Commuters warned over rail strike plan
SWINDON commuters are being warned to make alternative travel arrangements ahead of next week’s proposed strikes by Network Rail staff. The exact effect of the strike has not yet been fully assessed but First Great Western has said it is anticipating
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Heartbroken widow tells of lifelong love for popular former dustman
“HIS cuddles, his presence, just him being here, that’s what I’ll miss most,” said Linda, the widow of Ciro ‘Cyril’ Cinquegrani, who died in his sleep the day before their 43rd wedding anniversary. The 60-year-old, who lived in Portsmouth Street
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Olympic medallist Sharron Davies dives in for sports charity
SILVER medal winning Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies visited David Lloyd gym yesterday to offer her support to the charity SportsAid, which helps young sports people overcome the financial challenges they face to become a success. The athletes are
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Shaping up with Ronny Terry
What exactly is the core and how can I train it effectively? The Core The core is comprised of muscles that stabilise and move the spine. The inner core is made up of the diaphragm, multifidi, pelvic floor, deep cervical flexors and the transverse
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Man trafficked penniless Eastern Europeans into UK to exploit, jury told
A MAN trafficked Eastern Europeans into the country so he could exploit them collecting used clothes for charity, a jury has been told. Nerijus Gudelevicius, 34, is said to have 'coaxed penniless Lithuanian nationals' with promises of jobs and
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Two new appointments to Swindon's cabinet
THE new cabinet team of Swindon Borough Council has been announced by its Conservative leader David Renard (Haydon Wick) and includes two new appointments. Toby Elliott (Priory Vale) will join with responsibility for communities and strategic planning
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New man for Regent Circus job in Swindon
THE newly-appointed centre manager for the Regent Circus development will be coming home to take up the role. Steve Bizley was born just three miles from the town centre development and will be returning to his home town after a stint working for
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Don’t just book top writers for festival
HOW could the perennially superb Swindon Festival of literature possibly be improved? Well, I have an idea, writes BARRIE HUDSON. It’s an idea so revolutionary and original that it will turn the whole world of literature festivals on its head.
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PLAY-OFFS 2015: Louis gets the thumbs up for Wembley
REPORTS have emerged that Town midfielder Louis Thompson has been declared fit for Sunday’s play-off final at Wembley. The midfielder injured his shoulder at Gresty Road in Town’s 0-0 draw with Crewe at the end of February. It was initially
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Half pints on hoof at village beer race
ON your marks, get set, and guzzle will be the command on bank holiday Monday (May 26) for those taking part in the annual Wanborough Beer Race. Each year, beer lovers and runners alike chase around the village in a variety of different get ups
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Rail users told to prepare for severe disruption on day of next week's strike
COMMUTERS in Wiltshire are being warned to make alternative travel arrangements ahead of next week’s proposed strikes by Network Rail staff. The exact impact of the strike has not yet been fully assessed but First Great Western has said it is anticipating
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Elliott Morris lands spot on forest festival bill
SWINDON-BORN musician Elliott Morris aims to hit the right notes when he performs at a new music festival. Elliott will be playing at Walesby Forest Festival in Sherwood Forest, Nottinghamshire, between August 28 and 31. This is the first year
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Bail for man accused of starting Westbury bin fires
A MAN accused of lying to police about where he was when a series of fires were started outside shops has been released on bail by a judge. Steven Chapman is also said to have started the nine blazes, mostly in bins, over a few days at the end
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PLAY-OFFS 2015: 'My play-off final' - Simon Ferry, 2010
ALL this week Adver Sport will be bringing you Town play-off final memories straight from the players' mouths. First up is Scottish midfielder Simon Ferry looking back at the disappointing 2010 defeat to Millwall: IT WAS my first year of being
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Town trio pen deals
SWINDON Town have tied down deals for three of their players. Back-up keeper Tyrell Belford, whose contract was due to expire at the end of the season, has a signed a new two-year deal. The other pair to put pen to paper were academy graduates
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UPDATE: Rail disruption eases as line between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa reopens
THE main railway line between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa, which was closed in the London-bound direction, has reopened. Delays caused by the closure, while emergency work was carried out, are now said to be easing. At one stage First
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Gassman sisters remain in custody charged with murdering Alison Connolly
CHARICE and Amberstasia Gassman will remain in custody charged with the murder of 49-year-old Alison Connolly. Appearing at Bristol Crown Court this morning via video link from HMP Eastwood Park, the sisters did not ask for bail, and spoke only
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Jail for spurned lover who pursued former partner at 100mph, crashing into her car three times
A SPURNED lover who pursued his former partner in a 100mph car chase, crashing into the vehicle three times, has been jailed for a year. Luke Blackmore had been keeping tabs the mother of his child after their relationship broke down, despite being
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Police plea after man, 30, assaulted in Old Town needed 22 stitches
Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses to an assault in Old Town in the early hours of Friday. A 30-year-old man was seriously assaulted leaving him with lacerations to his head that required 22 stitches. The victim was found by a member
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Ex-Town defender Ramsey handed permanent QPR post
FORMER Swindon Town defender Chris Ramsey has been handed the head coach role at QPR on a permanent basis. Rangers, relegated from the Premier League this season, announced the appointment of Ramsey as head coach on a three-year contract this morning
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LIVE NEWS: Tuesday, May 19
5:28pm RT @BerenCross: Any #stfc supporters interested in providing fan pictures on Sunday? @swindonadver wants a fan's perspective on the day. — @brunonewswilts 19 May 2015
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Opening date revealed for new post office facilities in Highworth
A LONG campaign to save post office facilities in Highworth will formally come to an end with the opening of new counters at the town's Midcounties Co-operative branch in July. The Brewery Street venue will officially unveil the new counters at
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Travel and weather round-up: Tuesday, May 19
THE main railway line between Bristol Temple Meads and Bath Spa is closed in the London-bound direction while emergency work is carried out. First Great Western statement said passengers for Chippenham should use the Westbury to Swindon shuttle
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WEPL PREMIER TWO: Brilliant Brad shines for Lechlade
BRAD Dial was on call to help Lechlade to their second win of the campaign as his unbeaten 154 was enough to secure a 16-run win for the home side. Having been beaten by Potterne the previous week, Lechlade were looking to return to winning ways
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PLAY-OFFS 2015: Cooper blasts play-off final train issues
TOWN boss Mark Cooper is hoping the railway problems do not put the buffers on the fans attempts to get to Wembley. No trains will be running from Swindon station on Sunday because of engineering works. Rail operator First Great Western is
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CROQUET: Defeats on the road for Swindon
SWINDON Croquet Club’s federation team visited Broadwas in Worcestershire, the doubles team of Neil Morrison and John Small being beaten 26-1 by home pair of Stuart Smith and Janet Bedford and Mike Graham losing 26 -5 to opponent John Guy. In the
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HOCKEY: Swindon impress against the big guns
SWINDON Under 14s took part in the National England Hockey Festival against some of strongest clubs in the country. This was the first time a Swindon junior team has been represented on the national stage and shows the commitment the club and coaches
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HOCKEY: Quintet are making the grade
SWINDON Hockey Club has had another great year of junior hockey, culminating in five of its players being selected for Junior Regional Performance Centres (JPRC). Year nine pupil at Wootton Bassett Academy Emily Arrell, Paige Warman, Chloe Lewis
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WEPL GLOS/WILTS DIVISION: Liam tucks into the Apperley bowling
LIAM Tucker’s unbeaten 95 was enough to help Swindon secure a narrow win over Apperley on Saturday. After winning the toss Swindon skipper Andy Staff opted to bat and the visitors made a steady start as Marc Williamson, who was out for a golden
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Mikey is through to semis
WALCOT boxer Mikey McDonagh advanced to the National Schoolboy semi-finals with a gritty win at Portsmouth last Saturday, writes Dave Veysey. He faced Southern Counties champion Lennox Gill from the Golden Ring Boxing Club in a Class B Under 40kgs
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WOMEN'S FOOTBALL: Terrific treble is a tribute to Rhiannon
SWINDON Town Ladies Under 16s have completed a fantastic treble after adding the Oxfordshire League and Cup double to their Wiltshire FA Cup crown. The cup final, at Thame, near Oxford, saw Swindon face league runners-up Kidlington and in the early
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WOMEN'S FOOTBALL: Spitfires joy after thrilling finale
SWINDON Spitfires United Ladies claimed the Wiltshire Cup with a 4-3 victory over Marlborough Town Ladies at Sunday’s finals day at Beversbrook in Calne. Spitifires went in as favourites after two wins over their opponents during the course of
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NORTH WILTS YOUTH LEAGUE: Croft red stay in title hunt
CROFT Junior Red gave themselves every chance of lifting the Under 14 Division One title with victory over Swindon Rangers All Stars. Two goals from Harvey Coster sealed a 2-1 victory that moves Croft three points clear at the top of the table,
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WEPL WILTSHIRE DIVISION: Bowler in the runs and wickets for Purton
PURTON got a much-needed confidence boost with a 63-run win over fellow challengers Westbury. Having won the toss the hosts put Purton into bat and it proved to be a mistake as Aaron Lee’s side racked up an unassailable 237-6. Tom Bowler (55
