Swindon news

• Headlines: Bus conversion and 'parking plagues'

  23-02-2025 08:13 via bbc.com
  
  A round-up of stories from local newspapers and the BBC from the past week in the West of England.
  
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• Stabbing victim had so much to live for, says dad

  05-02-2026 18:06 via bbc.com
  Shayne Hambakachere, 16, was looking forward to his prom, birthday, and a career as a bricklayer.
  
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• Only Fools and Horses funeral a 'unique tribute'

  05-02-2026 17:36 via bbc.com
  The Wiltshire man made his final journey in a replica of Del Boy's three-wheeler flanked by Batman and Robin.
  
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• 'Lifeline' charity that supports unpaid carers to close

  05-02-2026 14:36 via bbc.com
  Carer Support Wiltshire and Dorset will end all its services in seven weeks time.
  
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• Toad rescuers 'saddened' after sign stolen

  05-02-2026 11:25 via bbc.com
  The sign warning drivers about the danger of killing toads is stolen within a day of being put up.
  
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• 'I clicked on the wrong person who became my scammer'

  05-02-2026 07:14 via bbc.com
  An 85-year-old woman tells how she lost £10,000 to a scammer she met online.
  
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• Figure skaters prepare for their first Olympics

  05-02-2026 07:13 via bbc.com
  Kristen Spours and Ed Appleby have overcome injury to compete at the Winter Olympics in Italy.
  
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• Swindon expelled from Trophy and Luton reinstated

  04-02-2026 19:48 via bbc.com
  Swindon are thrown out of the Vertu Trophy by the EFL for fielding two ineligible players against Luton Town, who now go into the quarter-finals.
  
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• Plea after 'important' plaque taken from old station

  04-02-2026 17:47 via bbc.com
  The dedication plaque was taken from Swindon's former bus station while it was being demolished.
  
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• Boy, 15, in court accused of teen's murder

  04-02-2026 13:39 via bbc.com
  Shayne Hambakachere was found injured in Chippenham on Saturday and died in hospital.
  
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• Police pause inclusion strategy to get public views

  04-02-2026 12:49 via bbc.com
  Wiltshire Police is criticised by a Reform MP over its inclusion, diversity and equality plan.
  
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• Pedestrian suffers life-changing injuries in collision

  04-02-2026 11:30 via bbc.com
  Wiltshire Police say the pedestrian in his 70s was struck by a car at the centre.
  
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• Backlash as town's car parks to go cashless

  04-02-2026 07:37 via bbc.com
  Cash payments are to be terminated in all Swindon Borough Council car parks by the end of 2026.
  
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• Girl, 5, beats three life-threatening conditions

  04-02-2026 07:31 via bbc.com
  Delilah is recognised for her bravery after undergoing two-and-a-half years of treatment.
  
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• Closure of two recycling centres delayed

  03-02-2026 19:18 via bbc.com
  Two Wiltshire recycling centres earmarked for closure will stay open for at least another year.
  
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• Ex-soldier in court over alleged murder of woman

  03-02-2026 19:15 via bbc.com
  Robert James Purkiss is facing extradition to Kenya over the death of 21-year-old Agnes Wanjiru.
  
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• Stabbing victim was 'brave and bold' say family

  03-02-2026 19:11 via bbc.com
  A 15-year-old has been charged with the murder of Shayne Hambakachere in Chippenham.
  
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• Theatre 'heartbroken' after treasurer takes £50,000

  03-02-2026 12:18 via bbc.com
  The theatre says the money was taken by a "once respected and beloved" volunteer.
  
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• New plan to make long-term town parking cheaper

  03-02-2026 07:26 via bbc.com
  The proposal to cut fees for long stays will be debated at a meeting later this week.
  
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• Cycle track helps disabled people to be active

  03-02-2026 07:25 via bbc.com
  The hub is helping with conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and depression, its owners say.
  
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• Hoilett, Batty & Scanlon join Swindon

  02-02-2026 23:08 via bbc.com
  Swindon Town agree deals for winger Junior Hoilett, defender Jake Batty and forward James Scanlon.
  
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• Boy, 16, dies in hospital after stabbing

  02-02-2026 19:08 via bbc.com
  A 15-year-old boy is in custody after being arrested on suspicion of murder.
  
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• Assault investigation dropped after incident on M4

  02-02-2026 13:40 via bbc.com
  The suspect is released with no further action for assault, but remains on bail for drink-driving.
  
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• Man suffers life-threatening injuries in crash

  02-02-2026 13:05 via bbc.com
  A man in his 60s remains in hospital after a crash involving a car and pedestrian.
  
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• Hospital patients face car park charge 'confusion'

  02-02-2026 11:33 via bbc.com
  Contradictory signs in a hospital car park are leading to £100 fees, a couple tells the BBC.
  
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• New health centre to ease hospital pressures

  02-02-2026 07:25 via bbc.com
  The facility is due to open this Spring, with a minor injuries unit in place.
  
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• Women affected by pension changes 'not going away'

  02-02-2026 07:19 via bbc.com
  "There is nothing tougher than a tough old lady, so we are not giving up."
  
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• 'Brazen land grab' opposed by councillors

  01-02-2026 16:38 via bbc.com
  Devizes Town Council votes to extend boundaries despite concerns from parish councillors.
  
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• Officer bitten during arrest commended for bravery

  01-02-2026 14:51 via bbc.com
  A police officer who was bitten on her hand during an arrest has been awarded during a ceremony.
  
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• 'Brutally honest' artworks explore depression

  01-02-2026 08:31 via bbc.com
  'Art Heals' is on display in Corsham until the end of February.
  
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