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The Big Issues
HERE is a look at the news in-depth where we get to the heart of the issues affecting Swindon, whether it's rubbish collections, schools funding, bullying or the state of the town's health.

If you have a topic you would like us to investigate, email us or call the newsroom on 01793 501806.



Boxing Clever To Beat Those Exam BluesBoxing Clever To Beat Those Exam Blues
10:21am Tue 4 Mar 08
PUPILS at Dorcan School have taken up boxing as a way to combat exam fear and self-esteem issues.

Make your dream reality
11:27am Thursday 28th February 2008
As part of the joint campaign between the Swindon Advertiser and Business Link, we focus on starting a new business – turning your business idea into reality. Leigh Robinson touches on some of the key issues involved, speaks to local entrepreneurs and identifies where help and support is available

Check this out, mate!Check this out, mate!
10:11am Wed 27 Feb 08
BRITAIN'S top young chess players stopped off in Swindon - on their way to becoming grandmasters of the future.

Apprenticeships don't have to be a wrenchApprenticeships don't have to be a wrench
8:09am Tue 26 Feb 08
THIS week, hundreds of 16 to 25 year-olds will learn valuable life skills for the workplace and beyond as part of National Apprenticeship Week.

All heart for charity runAll heart for charity run
10:12am Mon 25 Feb 08
MORE THAN 400 people ran in the second Lydiard Park fun run for the British Heart Foundation.
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£50,000 up for grabs£50,000 up for grabs
10:27am Fri 22 Feb 08
CHARITIES in and around the town have a chance to claim grants of up to £50,000 through the Swindon Advertiser.

David's team on course for victoryDavid's team on course for victory
9:38am Thu 21 Feb 08
HE is known to his caddie colleagues on the European Tour as the jockey,' but you are more likely to find caddie Nick Mumford strutting his stuff at the Empress Ballroom than jumping the final hurdle on the home straight at Aintree.

Service is the victim's friendService is the victim's friend
9:25am Wed 20 Feb 08
VICTIMS of crime can feel very isolated and vulnerable - but a service which offers support and comfort wants people to know they are not alone.

Group helps families of Down's Syndrome childrenGroup helps families of Down's Syndrome children
12:55pm Tue 19 Feb 08
WHEN a parent discovers their child has Down's Syndrome it can feel like their world is falling apart.

Who is your Fit Fella?Who is your Fit Fella?
10:11am Fri 15 Feb 08
THE time has come for Advertiser readers to vote for who they think is the hottest hunk in Swindon.

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