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1,500 cannabis plants found in disused Wiltshire farm building
3+ hour, 10+ min ago (354+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 21 July 2026 More than 1,500 cultivated plants, with an estimated street value of £500,000, were found in the agricultural unit. Detectives estimate that approximately £1.5m-worth of electricity was drawn from the national grid to power the illegal enterprise. Det Sgt…...
Force Awards recognise excellent police officers and staff
3+ hour, 10+ min ago (68+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 21 July 2026 PC Laura Hughes, centre, receives her certificate from Chief Constable Catherine Roper Temporary hosepipe ban for Swindon area Swindon MP's delight at being reappointed Transport Secretary GWH Trust first in South West to offer pioneering sleep…...
Research shows small businesses risk leaving Simpler Recycling preparations too late
6+ hour, 24+ min ago (67+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 21 July 2026 Caroline Wilde, Divisional Director – Commercial and Industrial at Hills Waste Solutions GEL Studios celebrates first year of Next Gen Work Experience Programme Grain Broadband begins Full Fibre network build in Swindon TECC apprentice in his thirties…...
Swindon MP's delight at being reappointed Transport Secretary
9+ hour, 40+ min ago (85+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 21 July 2026 Swindon South MP and Secretary of State for Transport Heidi Alexander Green Party calls for climate action amid heatwave Green Party road safety camera concerns Looking optimistically to the future - Swindon Borough Council Leader Cllr Gary…...
Classic Ibiza brings Balearic beats to Bowood
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (54+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 20 July 2026 People can try their hand at art during studio open day New sculpture celebrating XTC unveiled in Swindon Summer of play and other activities at Avebury Dickens first edition returning to Chiseldon home Stay cool at…...
Multiple break-ins at Swindon garages
1+ day, 2+ hour ago (56+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 20 July 2026 Trio conspired to fabricate ‘pregnant partner’ story in failed attempt at lighter court sentence Drivers urged to 'Think Bike' after man sentenced for colliding with motorcyclist Prolific Swindon shoplifter jailed and given Criminal Behaviour Order Police…...
Thousands celebrate community spirit at Stratton Festival
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (47+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 20 July 2026 All invited to vote for Britain's favourite kebab Supermarket giant offers tips to support families UkraineFest comes to Swindon for its fourth year RAU team triumphs in crop plot challenge at Clarkson’s Farm © Swindon Publications Ltd…...
TECC apprentice in his thirties named rising star
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (87+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 20 July 2026 From left: Paul Britton, CEO of Thames Valley Chamber, Pete McCallum, Jasmine Masters, Tessa Sanderson CBE, Martyn Masters, Maria McCallum, and Bill Gornall-King, Group President, Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce GEL Studios celebrates first year of…...
GWH Trust first in South West to offer pioneering sleep apnoea implant
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (49+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 20 July 2026 Firefighters issue hot weather warning NHS urge people to take extra care in warm weather The Care Show Swindon returns with new venue New vaccination contracts to improve access New short stay unit opens at GWH…...
Rotary bid to bring joy of cycling to people with disabilities
1+ day, 8+ hour ago (49+ words) By Barrie Hudson - 20 July 2026 Charlotte serves up legacy at Big Breakfast Plus Swindon Charity Ball presents cheque to SWA Air ambulance charity reveals mission statistics SwimTayka backs global campaign on World Drowning Prevention Day Triathalon returns to Swanage for 2027 © Swindon…...