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Salisbury FC have announced the loan signing of centre-back Dan Ellison from Yeovil Town on a six-month loan deal.

Wiltshire Police have charged a man with a number of driving offences following an incident of hare coursing across rural land near Ludgershall in April.

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) has challenged the public to test their observation skills through a new, interactive “Spot the Sniper” campaign.

Wiltshire Council has welcomed the Prime Minister's commitment to reforming adult social care and securing a sustainable future for services that support some of the county's most vulnerable residents.

Hundreds more Salisbury pupils will benefit from additional classrooms, improved facilities and enhanced sports facilities following a major £14.6m investment by Wiltshire Council.

Wiltshire Council has awarded £200,000 to VisitWiltshire to help grow the county’s visitor economy, support local businesses and encourage more people to visit the county.

An artist from Matlock, in Derbyshire, has helped a Salisbury veteran pick up the pieces of her life after discovering a passion for jigsaw puzzles.

A man has been given a seven-year restraining order after he launched a series of violent attacks on his former partner.

Salisbury-based charity ALABARÉ is encouraging people facing mental health challenges this summer to make use of the free and confidential drop-in service at the city’s Riverside Sanctuary.

A domestic abuser who assaulted his partner has been jailed as we continue our focus on reducing and preventing violence against women and girls.

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) and Network Rail Wessex (NR Wessex) will introduce a temporary timetable on the West of England line between London Waterloo and Exeter St Davids from Monday 10 August.

Do you have an idea that could improve your local area? Salisbury City Council is inviting community groups, organisations, and other eligible applicants to apply for funding.

Liberal Democrat parliamentary candidate Victoria Charleston has actively called for an end to Salisbury’s ‘dental desert’.

Following the issuing of the council tax bills for 2026/27, Wiltshire Council is encouraging residents to sign up for council tax e‑billing so they can receive future bills digitally. 

The third Grimsdyke Goose Fair, held this year on Sunday 2nd August at Swaynes Fir Farm in Coombe Bissett.

John Bennett battled back from qualifying adversity to achieve a brace of impressive top-10 results in the latest FIA Formula 2 Championship round in Hungary this past weekend (24-26 July).

Wiltshire Council is inviting people to share their views on how Adult Social Care services should work with and support people across Wiltshire.

Salisbury FC has announced that centre-back and former Player's Player of the Season Dom Revan has signed permanently for the 2026/27 season.

Salisbury Cathedral’s renowned Organ Prom is back this August, which promises to be an enjoyable summer’s evening of popular music.

Wiltshire continues to have one of the lowest crime rates in England and remains the safest force area in the South West, according to the latest Office for National Statistics (ONS) crime rate data published last week.

Wiltshire Council has reaffirmed its commitment to ending violence against women and girls (EVAWG) by agreeing to appoint a dedicated councillor champion to help drive awareness, support partnership working and ensure the issue remains a priority across the organisation.

Wiltshire Police are urging motorists to take a second look for motorcyclists when using the county's roads.

A Wiltshire Police campaign aimed at tackling drink driving and raising awareness of domestic abuse support during the FIFA World Cup has led to a decrease in drink drive offences and a rise in domestic abuse-related reporting.

The Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity, is looking for adventurous supporters to take on a 100km Sahara Desert trek challenge.

A man has sustained life-changing injuries following a road traffic collision on the A30 in Fovant.

Music lovers are invited to enjoy an afternoon of live performances as independent clothing store Daliz hosts Daliz Day Fest on Saturday 25th July at Cross Keys, Salisbury.

The stage adaptation of Shirley Jackson’s The Haunting of Hill House, adapted by Olivier and BAFTA Award-winning writer Stef Smith, has announced its full cast ahead of its world premiere at Salisbury Playhouse this autumn.

A landmark celebration marking the city's 800th birthday will bring people together on Sunday 25 July 2027, with Salisbury City Council having revealed the first exciting plans for a day of festivities and inviting the community to help make history.

Wiltshire Council is preparing to begin its annual process of ensuring the county’s electoral register is accurate and up to date, helping to make sure residents don’t lose their chance to vote on decisions that affect them.

Construction has begun at Tidworth and Warminster to deliver new and improved facilities for military personnel while enhancing operational efficiency on Salisbury Plain.

Three people have been taken to hospital following a collision on the A30 this morning (21st July).

Officers at Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses regarding criminal damage to the newly installed playpark at Bonnymead in Amesbury.

The Cuckoo Inn at Hamptworth has been chosen as the best cider pub across a huge area of Southern England by the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA).

Wiltshire Police are investigating the theft of machinery, including GPS trackers from tractors and a combine harvester, in the south of the county.

John Bennett achieved the best qualifying result of his FIA Formula 2 Championship career to date in the most recent event at Spa-Francorchamps (17-19 July), by recording the fifth fastest time among the grid of 22 cars during the qualifying session on Friday.

Salisbury FC have announced two midfield signings, with Yacou Traore and Jordan Alonge joining ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Planning is underway for the upcoming series of community-led celebrations of the 800th anniversary of Salisbury's City Charter.

Wiltshire Police are appealing to the public for help in identifying this person as part of an investigation into a stranger assault in the Packway, Larkhill, in June.

Wiltshire Council has adopted a new Speed Limit Policy that will provide a clearer, fairer and more consistent approach to setting speed limits across the county, helping to improve road safety and make it easier for communities to request changes where needed.

A fabulous array of vehicles and aircraft from across the country roared into the Army Flying Museum at Middle Wallop, Hampshire, last Saturday (11 July), and the event also featured a magnificent air display programme that wowed yet another capacity sell-out crowd.

SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) has been awarded the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award, the Ministry of Defence’s highest accolade for organisations that provide exceptional support to the Armed Forces community.

Wiltshire Council’s Cabinet has approved a package of measures to support the future of Salisbury’s Cultural Quarter, including investment in the major refurbishment of Salisbury Playhouse and plans to improve the public realm around the city’s cultural venues.

Wiltshire Police has announced it has been placed in the top tier for performance in a national assessment.

Salisbury FC have announced that Matt Hale has joined the club as Football Development Advisor to the board.

Salisbury Hospice Charity has announced the return of its popular fundraising event, Midnight Walk.

Salisbury FC have announced the signing of young goalkeeper Zac Beard.

Bonnymead Play Park in Amesbury has reopened following a £500,000 refurbishment.

The Booksellers Association is celebrating the successful first week of Whyte Books, the new independent bookshop in Wilton.

The newly upgraded gym at Tidworth Leisure Centre is now available for customers to use, following refurbishments carried out by the Ministry of Defence (MoD). 

Wiltshire Council is proposing to make changes to parking charges and arrangements across the county following a public consultation that attracted 1,762 responses.

Wiltshire Creative has launched the next chapter of a vibrant participatory programme at Salisbury Arts Centre.

Two new arrivals have been born at Longleat in a first for the park.

In the first six months of 2026, Wiltshire & Bath Air Ambulance have attended 595 missions, including 49 missions in the Salisbury, Amesbury, Tidworth and Tisbury areas.

For the first time, Salisbury Cathedral is holding an Art Late event, showcasing the current contemporary art exhibition Joyful Noise, with live music, local DJs, crafting activities and a bar open throughout the evening.

Schools from across Wiltshire have been recognised for their commitment to nature recovery and environmental improvement through the Wiltshire Biodiversity Champions initiative.

Summer is a busy period for police, and Wiltshire Police are currently seeing an increase in both 999 and 101 calls.

Salisbury Radio is delighted to announce the return of Song for Christmas, with local schools filling the airwaves with their festive songs in the lead-up to Christmas 2025.

Salisbury Radio have announced the winner of Song for Christmas 2024.