The Trust opposes Oasis plans. Claims it obstructs canal restoration. March set for February 16th. Canal Trust Plans Protest March Against Oasis Redevelopment People are protesting the Oasis redevelopment. They think it hurts canal restoration plans. The Wilts & Berks Canal Trust wants to restore the canal. It needs to preserve the route to Cricklade.…
After years of delays a new cafe and bar are opening in a refurbished Swindon pub building. Opening day is planned for April 1st. Cafe and Bar Set to Open in Revamped Former Swindon Pub Building Simon is fixing up a Bridge Street building. It sat empty for twenty years. Delays and problems keep happening.…
Conway Sims, a repeat offender in Swindon, was given a stark choice by a judge: prison or a suspended sentence for his crimes. Swindon Offender Faces Prison or a Suspended Sentence in Court Conway Sims, age 29, was in court. He admitted to several crimes that happened in Swindon. This was at the Swindon Magistrates’…
Locals voiced desires for safety, vibrancy, green spaces, and cultural diversity in Swindon’s future development plans. Swindon Residents Share Hopes for Town’s Future After Idea Sessions Last year, Swindon held events to gather town ideas. Four talks and six drop-in sessions happened where people shared ideas for improving the town. The feedback filled 27 pages.…
Andrew Gill, a solicitor in Wiltshire, marks 60 years in law. He joined Forrester Sylvester Mackett in 1988 and is a notary public. Wilts Solicitor Celebrates 60 Years in Legal Profession Andrew Gill became qualified in 1965. He has worked professionally ever since then. He joined Forrester Sylvester Mackett in 1988. Before that, he was…
Fisherman Isle, formerly Fisherman Place, has improved sanitation and safety since a new owner took over. Swindon Fishmonger Sees Big Improvements Under New Management Fisherman Place received a low rating in early 2024 after Swindon Council gave it one out of five stars, stating that significant improvements were urgently needed. The inspection took place three…
A bus got stuck in Swindon, blocking a road after struggling to navigate parked cars near a roundabout. Swindon Bus Stuck Blocking Road Due to Parked Cars Near Roundabout Hey, listen to this story! People often park on Eastbury Way’s roadside. This street is in Redhouse, North Swindon. Houses there don’t have enough parking spaces,…
Safety concerns voiced about Swindon town centre. Lack of focus on safety cited by councillor. Swindon Town Centre Safety Concerns Raised at Council Meeting Swindon council members discussed town center plans. Council leader Jim Robbins and Davis Dewart presented them. Dewart described the Heart of Swindon plan. It will create a “knowledge center.” This hub…
Swindon council issues demands to Thames Water after a report review. Actions span capacity, community, and incident plans. Thames Water Faces Demands List from Swindon Council After Report The Swindon council committee approved a water company report. Senior managers spoke to them last year. The committee now has questions for Thames Water. Councillor Heenan said…
A house fire, linked to an Indesit dryer, leaves a homeowner displaced after the appliance allegedly caused extensive damage. Tumble Dryer Fire Destroys Home Despite Recall Claim by Indesit Jemma Wagner worked from home. The fire alarm went off one day and she found smoke coming from her Indesit dryer. Flames appeared inside the dryer…