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Push to protect Highworth Old Golf Course from housing
Citizens hoping to protect a former golf course from housing development oppose the possibility of having up to 700 homes built on the green space.
Prison officers call for use of electric stun guns
The demand has been made ahead of a meeting between the Prison Officers’ Association and Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
A350 Chippenham speed limit to be lowered for roadworks
A temporary 40mph speed limit will be put in place on the A350 between the Lackham Roundabout and the approach to the Bumpers Farm Roundabout. 30mph restrictions will be in place at Bumpers Farm ...
Swindon woman to take on gruelling charity challenges
A Swindon woman is taking on a series of gruelling challenges to raise money for a hospice in memory of her friend.
Alleged Toby Carvery theft sparks debate about crime and food
An alleged dine-and-dash at the Toby Carvery in Swindon has sparked a lot of discussion online. Police are investigating after diners in the carvery allegedly left the restaurant without paying for ...
Eerie abandoned Imber village reopened over Easter
A Wiltshire village closed to the public for more than 80 years opened its eerie streets to the public for a short period over Easter weekend.
Calne firm marks 10th anniversary with inspirational speaker
A Wiltshire business has announced a motivational speaker for its 10th anniversary celebration. Black Nova Designs, based in Calne, will be hosting a special event to mark their first decade in ...
ITV Coronation Street star to return after 25 years
Coronation Street star Dominic Rickhards is returning to the cobbles 25 years after his on-screen affair with Liz McDonald.
Toblerone Dark bar is discontinued after difficult decision
A Toblerone chocolate bar has been discontinued, a confectionary brand has confirmed. Mondelez, responsible for making the chocolate bar, exclusively told The Sun that customers will not be able to ...
REME Museum to mark 80 years since end of World War Two
A museum is commemorating 80 years since the end of World War Two with a series of events. The REME Museum in Lyneham is marking the occasion with various activities, events, and campaigns. On May 10 ...
Wiltshire care providers urged to strengthen risk management
Care providers in Wiltshire have been urged to strengthen their risk management strategies. This comes as the sector faces mounting pressures from increased demand and staff shortages. Ansvar ...
Improvised murder mystery show heading to Swindon next month
Murder, She Didn’t Write will be performed by improv group Degrees of Error at the Wyvern Theatre on Tuesday, May 20, as part of a UK tour. The show, a long-time favourite at the Edinburgh Fringe, ...