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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Wheelchair fencing seat 'gamechanger' for sport
The 'SwordSeat' has been designed to make the sport more accessible.
Electric rubbish truck begins trial in rural areas
A new electric bin lorry trial hopes to benefit the environment and the council coffers.
Record number of callouts for air ambulance
Great Western Air Ambulance responded to 2,272 people in urgent need of critical care in 2024.
Calls for distribution change to cut flu jab shortage
Two pharmacists call for a centralised distribution system and say many people are missing out.
Person taken to hospital after fire destroys home
The fire service is investigating the cause of the blaze.
Council considers whether to join 'Heart of Wessex'
Swindon Borough Council is weighing up whether it should join other councils in a combined authority.
Drivers warned ahead of M4 overnight closures
National Highways is carrying out resurfacing work on the motorway between Hungerford and Swindon.
Guy Ritchie filming and paddle steamer returning to West
A look at what stories are trending across the West of England on Monday 13 January.
Work starts on Calne High Street one-way scheme
The street has been closed to traffic since 1968 but is being reopened to improve traffic flow.
Pension valuation delays leave teachers 'in limbo'
Pension valuation delays are causing stress and financial problems for teachers waiting "in limbo".
Village church may be 'replica of Malmesbury Abbey'
A man's determination to mark "the North Wessex Way" has unearthed possible new secrets about St Mary's in Purton.
Pupils take on 'jobs' to help their future careers
Children at school are taking on roles from play leaders to IT technicians and sports captain.
Headlines: Snow, floods, playhouses and a beaver
A round-up of some of the headlines in newspapers across the West of England this week.
Force reviews estate and vehicles looking for savings
No police stations with front counters will be affected, Wiltshire's chief constable says.
Big cat sightings could be leopards, claims expert
Rick Minter, of Big Cat Conversations, thinks the UK has a well-established population of leopards.
Swindon to hold its first wellbeing festival
Organisers say the start of a new year is a good time to get into more healthy habits.
Wiltshire in pictures: animals enjoying the snow
Our weekly round-up showing what's been happening across the county as the temperatures dropped.
The Big Cases
The shocking story of two innocent teenagers murdered in a case of mistaken identity.
The Big Cases
Steven Craig re-enacted a torture scene from the film Reservoir Dogs burning his partner.
The Big Cases
How a house party turned into a murder scene - the fatal stabbing of Mikey Roynon.
The Big Cases
Linda Razzell was murdered by her husband in 2002 - will he now reveal where her body is?
The Big Cases
Kidnapped and murdered while on a gap year in France. Is it finally time for justice?
Big cat sighting in Melksham
Rick from the Big Cat Conversation podcast tells Ben Prater how likely this could be.
Swindon prepares for winter
Ben Prater meets Chris and Bob, tasked with keeping our roads clear.
Is one way the right way for Calne?
Town trial to ease congestion and improve air quality. Photo credit: Getty Images
BBC Radio Wiltshire Special
Hear Diana Dors' story from the town to the top of the charts with Nick Jewers.
Secret Wiltshire
BBC Radio Wiltshire?s Ben Prater meets Mark Verbinnen at Amesbury History Centre.
Six possible selections to shake up England squad
England's Six Nations squad is announced on Tuesday. Which left-field selections could Steve Borthwick turn to to revitalise his squad?
Russell-inspired Bath cruise past 14-man Clermont
Bath breathe life into their Investec Champions Cup campaign with an impressive bonus-point victory over 14-man Clermont Auvergne at the Rec.
Swindon bring in Mansfield striker Nichols on loan
Swindon Town sign Mansfield Town forward Tom Nichols on loan until the end of the season.
Swindon's Cox out for up to eight weeks with broken foot
Swindon Town defender George Cox broke his foot in the League Two defeat at Notts County.
Swindon bring in Mansfield striker Nichols on loan
Swindon Town sign Mansfield Town forward Tom Nichols on loan until the end of the season.
Swindon's Cox out for up to eight weeks with broken foot
Swindon Town defender George Cox broke his foot in the League Two defeat at Notts County.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Swindon v Tranmere
Preview followed by live coverage of Friday's game between Swindon and Tranmere in League One.
I deserve to be dropped - Roberts
Swindon Town midfielder Gary Roberts says he deserves to be dropped from the squad after a run of poor performances.
Gold vexed by Joseph's Bath link
Bath coach Gary Gold berates "irresponsible" reports linking London Irish's Jonathan Joseph with a move to the Rec.
Patey clarifies Di Canio comments
Swindon chairman Sir William Patey insists boss Paolo Di Canio's negative comments about the club were misinterpreted.
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National News Headlines
Drone-delivered weapons in jails a 'national security threat'
The prisons watchdog says drones are delivering weapons to two of England's highest security prisons.
Abusive partner cleared of causing woman to kill herself
Ryan Wellings was blamed for Kiena Dawes' death in a note she left before taking her own life.
M1 shut after body found in undergrowth
Police say the body was found on Monday afternoon and the death was being treated as unexplained.
Armed gang who used Grindr to rob victims jailed
The group lured men into meeting before attacking them and stealing their belongings, police say.
Police at Peak District due to more parking problems
Derbyshire Police say it will fine or tow drivers blocking roads in Derbyshire's Peak District.
Rotherham MP Champion backs national grooming inquiry
The Labour MP says "nothing less than a full inquiry... will restore faith in our safeguarding systems".
Woman and children hit by police car during pursuit
The pedestrians were struck while an officer attempted to pursue a BMW that had failed to stop.
Man who punched festive delivery driver jailed
Kevin Sinton taunted the driver and punched him in the face, knocking off his glasses, court hears.
'Private parts' photo accusation heard at meeting
A council meeting descends into disorder after accusations are made about a member's conduct.
Landfill stench prompts 700 complaints in a day
People living near a landfill site in Staffordshire say the smell is worse than ever.
MP hopeful two new furnaces will be built in town
Suggestions that British Steel will focus its future on Scunthorpe, rather than Teesside, "ring true".
Man admits killing pensioner with his own walking stick
Miles Sekai, 23, killed Bernard Fowler in a random attack at a railway station last February.
Source: BBC News
