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Highworth Internet Outage Affects 280 Homes, Repairs Underway

3/31/2025

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An internet outage in Highworth left 280 homes in the dark, as damage to Openreach's underground network caused widespread disruption. Frustrated residents face an uncertain wait for repairs, while the town's poor mobile coverage—compounded by its historic architecture—adds to the challenge. Thankfully, repairs are in progress, with some customers already back online.

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Story summary

An internet outage in Highworth left 280 homes in the dark, as damage to Openreach's underground network caused widespread disruption. Frustrated residents face an uncertain wait for repairs, while the town's poor mobile coverage—compounded by its historic architecture—adds to the challenge. Thankfully, repairs are in progress, with some customers already back online.