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How to bleed a radiator without a key and heat your home quicker
If your radiators feel cold at the top or aren’t getting warm at all, they could need bleeding.
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Millions receiving benefits and pensions to receive cost of living boost this week
To be eligible for the payment, you must be a DWP benefit along with Universal Credit.
Mum's health warning as 'ugly' 5p sized mole turned out to be cancer
Claire underwent surgery to remove the melanoma and was told she was cancer-free but two years later she felt a lump in her stomach
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Trains delayed across the UK as 'nationwide fault' disrupts services
A “nationwide fault” is affecting rail services across the network, National Rail has said
Company apologises for ‘chaos causing' roadworks
A company has said sorry after its roadworks caused traffic “chaos” with commuters having to leave an hour earlier.
In Pictures: Old Town Christmas Festival 2024
Thousands visited Old Town on Sunday afternoon to watch the Christmas light switch-on and enjoy live entertainment.
Arrests after shop owner follows burglars fleeing scene in Mercedes
Three people have been arrested for attempted burglary after they were allegedly caught trying to break into a shop.
95 people arrested after police raid local homes as part of huge operation
95 people have been arrested and nearly 40kg of cannabis found in a week of police activity across the south west.
Urgent weekend travel warning from GWR over incorrect train times
Great Western Railway has issued a weekend travel warning, saying that online journey planners are currently incorrect.
The Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney honoured in new Royal Mint coins
The Royal Mint has issued new coins in honour of The Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney.
£6 million investment will help make more than 100 Swindon homes energy efficient
More than 100 Swindon Council-owned homes set to become more energy efficient thanks to £6 million scheme.
‘Sexually inappropriate’' Wiltshire Police officer is banned for ‘disgraceful’ acts
A Wiltshire Police officer has been banned from ever working in policing again for “disgraceful” behaviour towards a female officer.
Hotel with 'profitable track record' goes up for sale
A hotel in Swindon has been listed for sale for an undisclosed amount.
Swindon café 'deeply grateful' for support after winning national award
A Swindon-based bakery has been recognised in the national Good Food Awards.
Drink driver over double legal limit 'fell apart' because son went missing
A woman has appeared in court charged with drink driving after being found over double the legal limit.
Asda staff don 'Happy to Chat' badges to combat Christmas loneliness
Asda colleagues are wearing 'Happy to Chat' badges to help combat Christmas loneliness
Hospital backs rugby league legend in £777k challenge
Staff and doctors at a Swindon hospital have pledged to support Kevin Sinfield CBE in his latest fundraising challenge
Wiltshire organisation urges people to consider volunteering
Wessex Community Action is urging people in Wiltshire to consider volunteering as a New Year's resolution.
Hundreds turn out for Christmas tree light switch-on
Hundreds of people turned out to celebrate the start of the festive season and the South Swindon Parish Council's Christmas tree light switch-on.
Creative agency launches campaign in support of domestic abuse charities
A creative studio has launched a campaign in support of domestic abuse charities this Christmas.