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'Give me strength' Britain's Got Talent viewers all have the same complaint
Acts tried to impress the Britain's Got Talent judges tonight with their unique talents in the 17th series of the show. Viewers, however, were less than impressed. Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon and Bruno Tonioli returned to the judging
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What we know so far after body discovered in Swindon lagoon
5:11pm Wiltshire Police have confirmed that the body found in the lagoon was a 17-year-old local boy. You can read
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Swindon's season 'unacceptable for a club of this stature' - Gunning
Gavin Gunning has branded Swindon Town's season "unacceptable" after a 2-0 defeat to Grimsby Town ensured this would be their worst-ever season. Swindon controlled much of the game with their possession but failed to find the creative spark to
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Brave pair honoured for saving resident from burning flat
Two people from Swindon’s Homeline team have been honoured for saving a woman inside her burning flat. Mandy Blackford and Liz Watts sprang into action last year after they received an alert from a resident’s pendant alarm. The device is on
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Swindon guarantee lowest-ever finish with defeat at Grimsby
Swindon Town have guaranteed that this season will be their worst in the EFL after a 2-0 defeat away to Grimsby Town. Swindon had the better of the opening period but were having trouble creating space in the Grimsby defence to create big chances
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Dr Michael Mosley reveals 'the secrets to living a long and healthy life'
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed the "secrets to living a long and healthy life". Over the past century, the number of centenarians living in England and Wales has increased significantly, reaching 13,924 in 2021. However, centenarians still
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Missing Swindon teenager found safe and well
A missing 13-year-old girl from Swindon has been found safe and well. Officers appealed for information to find young Natalie after she was last seen on Friday. On Saturday evening, the force confirmed that they had managed to locate her.
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What does the winner of Britain's Got Talent get for their efforts?
Britain’s Got Talent is back for another year and those auditioning will be looking to take home the top prize but what is it? While being named the 2024 winner of Britain’s Got Talent is a great achievement, winners also get two prizes. Celebrity
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Drivers warned they could be risking fines while waiting at drive-throughs
Drivers have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000 while picking up food at a fast-food drive-through. Scrolling on your phone while waiting in a queue at a drive-through could also result in a six point penalty on your licence.
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Noughties heyday of town centre bar and nightclub shown in archive pictures
Archive images show the heyday of a former town centre hotspot. Lava Lounge on Fleet Street served up pints and plates of food to guests for much of the noughties and 2010s but closed in 2017. The Adver previously highlighted the venue as its
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Property prices in Swindon rising faster than the rest of the region
House prices in Swindon are rising faster than in other parts of the south west. The latest available Land Registry figures show that the average price for a property in the town in February was £261,948 – 0.8 per cent more than in January.
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Everywhere around Wiltshire you can see the Red Arrows this summer
The Red Arrows are returning to the skies around Swindon and Wiltshire this summer. The famous aerobatic display team has a busy schedule this year, but there are a couple of chances for local people to glimpse them in the skies or at a nearby
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Support for hospice after urgent plea for government funding
South Swindon MP Sir Robert Buckland has spoken of his support for Prospect Hospice after the charity issued an urgent appeal for funding. The former Lord Chancellor's comments come after charity chief executive Jeremy Lune highlighted a £1 million
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New town centre restaurant's owners welcome first customers
The owners of a new town centre restaurant are excited to welcome their first customers. Glorio Fernandes and Caetano D’Costa have just finished renovating the former home of a café at the top of Regent Street after taking over the building in
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Grimsby Town 2 Swindon Town 0: as it happened
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BA flight attendant's top tips for nervous flyers and the 'best' calming drink
Whether you’re a seasoned multi-centre trip flyer or a lover of the short-haul holiday, for many people, flights can be a source of stress and anxiety. A British Airways cabin crew member has now revealed her top tips for dealing with flights
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Swindon man accused of supplying Class A drugs and having gun
A Swindon man is accused of helping to supply class A drugs in the town and illegally owning a gun. Paul Mason, of Holbein Place in Grange Park, appeared at Swindon Crown Court on Friday via video link. The 23-year-old is charged with having
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9 ways you could be fined in your own garden and face fines of up to £30k
From trimming your trees to putting down decking, you may not realise all the ways you could be fined from the comfort of your own garden. Since the warmer weather is (apparently) on its way, many of us will be thinking about spending more time
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Dr Michael Mosley reveals the alcoholic drink that can actually improve health
Dr Michael Mosley has revealed the benefits of a certain type of alcohol, and it's good news for enthusiasts of this particular drink. Typically, and this won't come as much of a surprise, alcoholic drinks rarely spell good news for your overall
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Vet warning issued that your pet may be suffering from these 5 common illnesses
A vet has warned owners that their pet could be suffering from any of these five common illnesses without them even realising it. From contended purring to wagging tails, it's not always clear when our furry friends are poorly. With this in
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Filming for Dr Michael Mosley's 'surprisingly challenging' TV series begins
Dr Michael Mosley’s popular Radio 4 podcast series Just One Thing is being turned into a TV series which he has described as being “surprisingly challenging”. In the TV series, Michael will travel across the UK to find the simplest and most surprising
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Everything to know on ITV's Red Eye starring Richard Armitage and Jing Lusi
Red Eye is a new thriller that will be starting on ITV very soon and will feature Richard Armitage and Jing Lusi. After attending a medical conference in Beijing and almost dying in a car crash Dr Matthnew Nolan (Armitage) is immediately arrested
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From TV to travel: The benefits available to the over 60s
Brits who have reached the state pension age can claim under various schemes from companies and the UK government. As the cost of living crisis rages on, you must take advantage of every possible free source of income on offer to you. From
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Popeyes restaurant plans revealed for Swindon town centre
An American fried chicken chain looks set to continue its expansion in the UK by opening a new restaurant in Swindon. Popeyes has lodged a planning application to construct a drive-thru restaurant in the car park of Fleming Way Retail Park, which
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I got the 'best kebab in Swindon' and it lasted me three days
I learned many things from my visit to the best kebab shop in Swindon. Not only did I find out how a fresh lamb doner tastes, or exactly how much doner meat you can get for £7.50. I also discovered in the following days the many versatile uses
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IN THE DOCK: Latest cases from Swindon Magistrates' Court
The following cases were heard at Swindon Magistrates Court this week. GORSE HILL: Scott Downes, of Argyle Street, has been sentenced for thefts from a shop. The 46-year-old pleaded guilty to stealing alcohol worth £110 from the Orbital Shopping
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Italian restaurant owner selling up after 15 years in 'end of an era'
The owner of a ‘beloved’ restaurant has decided to sell and make a fresh start. Carlo Sibilla has owned Gaetano on Victoria Road for 15 years, yet announced he had decided to sell. In a public announcement, the owner expressed his excitement
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10 most common driving faults revealed (and they're more basic than you think)
The top 10 most common reasons why learner drivers fail their tests have been revealed. Whether you're studying for your own exam or you want to see how you compared to other prospective motorists, you might be surprised at how basic some of these
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Closed Swindon nightclub enjoying new lease of life
Despite holding its 'last dance' on New Year's Eve, Old Town's Tree Nightclub has been continuing over the last few months as an event space, with some big names set to appear. The venue that was thought to be closing has already held a number
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Swindon’s top-rated fish and chip shop gets latest food hygiene rating
The top-rated fish and chip shop in Swindon has received its latest food hygiene score. Lucy’s Fish Bar was assessed on March 21, 2024, and received the top score of five, meaning its hygiene is ‘very good’. The shop on Penhill Drive was ranked
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'Big cat' sighting sparks claims there are some living in Wiltshire
There have been many wild sightings of big cats in the wild but a recent one has sparked claims at least one is loose in Wiltshire. Geoff Thompson, 37, had pulled over in a layby on a country lane between Great Witley and Martley in Worcestershire
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Inside latest Omaze rainforest-inspired house worth £2.5 million
ONE lucky person is guaranteed to win a house in Dorset worth £2.5 million and £100,000 in cash. The winner of the Omaze Million Pound House Draw in Dorset will get the keys to a contemporary, five-bedroom, three-storey house with rainforest-inspired
