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Attempted murder arrest after death of man found in Swindon street
An attempted murder probe has been launched after a pensioner found unconscious outside a Swindon house died in hospital. In the early hours of Friday (June 21) police officers and forensic investigation teams cordoned off a house on Overbrook,
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Park in 'deprived' area of Swindon being given £600,000 transformation
Councillors have celebrated the success of a newly opened play park in Swindon by testing out the new equipment and discussing the next steps of the major refurbishment project. South Swindon Parish Council, in partnership with Swindon Borough
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Swindon MP's Covid amnesty suggestion derided by Labour leader
The convictions of the Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and former PM Boris Johnson for breaking Covid rules should stay in force says Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer. Swindon South Conservative candidate Sir Robert Buckland, who was Justice Secretary
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Meet the TUSC candidate standing in Swindon North
It’s a common complaint – and one that isn’t true at all – to say that everyone standing for election is ‘just the same’. Certainly Scott Hunter, who is contesting the Swindon North seat for the Trades Union and Socialist Coalition is not - he’
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How good is your eyesight? Take this vision test to find out
Want to know how good your vision is? Then look no further as this eyesight test is perfect. Helping mark the Euros, which are well underway, Live Football Tickets has created an impossible football-themed test. A task for even the most eagle-eyed
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The 9 common garden plants that could devalue your home by thousands
As we approach the warmer months venturing back into the garden and nurturing all the plants forgotten over winter will prove tempting. But were you aware of the nine garden plants that you do not want anywhere near your own personal plot of peace
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Dog owners warned not to leave dogs in cars this summer - what can you do?
Dog owners have been issued a warning about leaving their pets in cars as the temperatures heat up this summer. The RSPCA have warned dog owners in the past about the ‘silent killer’ that is heatwaves. And they’ve issued another warning to
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How to get sun cream stains out of clothes (you'll need to 'act fast')
Whether you like to holiday in the UK or take a trip abroad, sun cream is always an essential in the warmer months. It can help protect our skin and comes in handy when spending a lot of time in the sun. There are lots of sun cream brands to
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Swindon set for highest temperatures of year with possible heatwave
A heatwave is forecast to hit Swindon and Wiltshire this week, forecasters say. This means temperatures of up to 25C - the hottest so far this year for much of the UK. Things will start to warm up to 23C on Monday and the sun will start to
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Two teenage girls reported missing ‘found safe and well’
Two teenage girls reported missing from Swindon have been found. Wiltshire Police shared the news that two 15-year-old girls last seen on Friday have been found “safe and well”. The force thanked the public for their help in sharing the appeal
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How to keep wasps away from you and out of your home this summer
When it's a warm summer day, there's nothing like a picnic or barbecue in the sunshine. But for many outdoor eating can quickly become a bit of a nightmare at this time of year with the buzzing sound of a wasp heading your way. Wasps are normally
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I flew Premium to Las Vegas with Virgin from Manchester and felt like a royal
I thought Las Vegas was a place where only those who are interested in gambling or partying could have a good time but I was proved wrong and in the best way. While casinos seem to be everywhere, there is an array of alternative activities to take
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Which forwards should Swindon be looking to sign this summer?
Swindon Town are left with a small group of attackers heading into next season, so which players should they sign to bolster their forward line? At the moment Swindon have three forward players, all of whom fit nicely within Mark Kennedy’s structure
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One third of Brits 'ripped off' by broadband speeds, new study reveals
A third of Brits are reportedly being ripped off by their broadband speeds, according to a new study. From your favourite TV show buffering at the nerve-wracking cliffhanger or your Zoom call dropping in an important meeting, your broadband failing
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Best and worst areas of Swindon for food hygiene revealed
Most people are expect to see a five-star food hygiene rating stuck to the door of the restaurant where they are eating. It is one of the few rankings for an eatery where people will not expect lower than full marks - while the flavour is a matter
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Look around converted church in 'idyllic' village on sale for £850,000
If you ever got sick of town life, moving to a Victorian church in a small village half-an-hour from Swindon is one way of taking a break. This is just the break offered by The Old Methodist Church, whcih “presents a unique opportunity” according
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Swindon stroke patient 'moved to Covid city' after fight for life
The daughter of a man who had a major stroke has expressed her concern about her dad being moved to a ward next door to Covid patients when he is still very unwell and vulnerable. She told the Adver that her 77-year-old dad had a major, life-threatening
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Driver hit by car in road rage incident at motorway junction
Road rage incidents on the M4 near Swindon ended in one driver trying to hit the other with their car. Police received reports of two encounters involving a black Peugeot 108 and a grey VW Golf that happened at around 8.30am on Friday, June 7.
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All the death notices published in the Adver this week
The Swindon Advertiser has published six death notices in the last seven days. Every week, the Swindon Advertiser publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in
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Adored Wiltshire pub among 'best for food' at Great British Pub Awards 2024
The 2024 finalists for the Great British Pub Awards have now been announced. The prestigious awards are held yearly and are considered the crème de la crème among the pub industry. To be nominated is a rare thing, to win is even rarer.
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How Swindon landlord is creating 'summer carnival of football' at popular pub
A Swindon landlord who has managed pubs in the area for more than 40 years has gone all-out to make this year's Euros special. Paul Studholme started out working at The Brewers Arms in Wanborough, then founded Longs Bar in the old Belle Vue pub
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B&Q store proposal among latest Swindon planning applications
A DIY giant has a mixed response to its plans for new signs in Rodbourne, there could be a better experience for parents watching their children play football at Foundation Park at the County Ground and there are plans for more 5G masts across the
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Swindon cafe owner says Tories' tweet is 'misleading at best'
A Swindon businessman has said that a tweet by the Conservative party, featuring his café, is deliberately misleading people. Marcus Kittridge runs Baristocats coffee shop in Commercial Road in the town centre. It was used by the shadow Chancellor
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Mapped: See how Wiltshire constituencies voted in the 2019 general election
With the general election just weeks away, there is no doubt that Wiltshire households will be considering their vote. Among the party leaders hoping to be successful are the Conservative's Rishi Sunak, Labour's Sir Keir Starmer and the Liberal
