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Is your child in need of MEND in 2012?

Help your kids get fitter, healthier and happier.... read more

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West coast writing success for Swindon-born author

Jenny Hilborne writes murder mysteries in the US with a twist of Swindon in them... read more

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Swindon Wildcats launch new BHF initiative

Ice hockey players launch new healthy vending machine at Swindon Academy... read more

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JTP Trust to perform at the Royal Albert Hall in April

Students to take part in Olympic Gala Concert alongside prestigious National Youth Choirs of Great Britain... read more

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Boxing champions in Swindon to help Indian orphanage

British and Commonwealth super-middleweight champion George Groves and former world heavyweight champ David Haye at Paddy's gym on Saturday 28 January

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Is fostering for you in 2012?

Too many misconceptions surround fostering, says Cheryl

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Duchess launches Diamond Jubilee school's competition in Swindon

Challenge to cook for the queen set at Nova Hreod College

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Swindon farmer serves up organic breakfast

Children who start the day with good food do better in school

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Struggling with New Year resolutions. Put negative thoughts behind you

Be different in 2012 - try positive or health thinking

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Swindon IT business backs Clic Sargent

MD says company's should support charities after colleague's family is touched by cancer

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Get out and breath Swindon's fresh air via new walking web site

20 routes around Swindon to help you shed those extra Christmas pounds!

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Holocaust Memorial Day in Swindon Friday 27 January

10th anniversary day of remembrance at the cenotaph in Regent Street and Friends Meeting House

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New College offers even more to students

New annexe expands campus by 35 per cent.

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Toddler times again at Peatmoor

Kelly relaunches baby and toddler group at Peatmoor Community School

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Play park glass a worry

Grandfather expresses his concern for the safety of his grandchildren

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Writing and reading in Swindon

Artswords assistant Hilda Sheehan says, if you enjoy reading and writing, Swindon is a great place to live.

Content Management Solutions

Online publishing solutions for newspapers and magazines from Rubber Dragon.

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Ashdown Bathrooms and Kitchens

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Swindon Scene

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John Peel’s Shed - 14 February

Five star sell out smash theatre hit of the Edinburgh Festival comes to Swindon Arts Centre

Shin Splints’ beginners to start warming up

10-week beginners course starting Saturday 28 January at Coate Water

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The Adventures Of Andy Kershaw

BBC broadcaster at Swindon Arts Centre, 13 February

Calling all young literary buffs and budding film makers

Film and literature worlds merge for fantastic new competition - closing date 15 February.

Community groups urged to bid for loan sharks money

'U Choose' scheme to decide on how loan sharks' money should be spent to improve the community - place your bid by 6 February

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Wire no more, thanks to Nick

West Swindon councillor dons protective clothing to remove barbed wire

Julian Clary is looking for love in Swindon

NOW ON SALE - Wyvern Theatre, 15 November 2012

Swindon’s libraries seeking bookworms up for a challenge

Improve your reading confidence with the Six Book Challenge - launch party 26 January, Central Library, Swindon

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From paranormal to vampire adventure

Autobiography of a Vampire - by West Swindon based author Emma Jayne Taylor

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Exploring fears and anxieties through the lens

Charlotte expresses herself through photography

New Year, New Challenge - run it - walk it - bike it

The Sarsen Trial and Neolithic Marathon, Sunday 6 May - book online now

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Bombay Lounge Charity Curry Nights 2012

Make money for your community organisation by enjoying a curry cashback evening at Swindon's most charity friendly restaurant

Donate £10 to lose 10lbs in 10 weeks

10 • 10 • 10 for Breakthrough Breast Cancer and St Mary’s in Lydiard Park

Early bird fitness in the West

Link Centre Gym now open from 6.30am 3 days a week

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70's rocking Swindon M.E.C.A. on 28 January

Glam rock stars T-Rex plus Boomtown Rats at town's music arena

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