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The Ministry of Defence is working with a new partner on its Respect the Range campaign to raise awareness of safe, responsible access to military training areas.

Wiltshire Council has published an annual report on its Our Wiltshire Plan, highlighting the progress it says it has made over the past year, the difference it is making across the county, and the challenges that remain.

Improved emergency response times, increased neighbourhood policing and continued investment in supporting victims and safer communities are among the progress highlighted in Police and Crime Commissioner Philip Wilkinson’s Annual Report for 2025/26.

Police in Salisbury are looking for witnesses after a man indecently exposed himself outside of the Tesco Express on Wilton Road.

Eighteen arrests were made, and 33 businesses were visited in Wiltshire as part of a national operation targeting organised immigration crime.

We are invited to celebrate the festive season with Salisbury City Council and enjoy all that Salisbury has to offer!

Art in The Square, Salisbury’s monthly outdoor art market, returns to the Market Square on Sunday 1st November, bringing together artists and makers for a day of original art, live music and creativity in the heart of the city.

Women in Salisbury are helping to change the lives of girls thousands of miles away after a successful funding bid, supported by Salisbury Soroptimists, secured £6,000 from the Soroptimist International Foundation for Salisbury-based charity EdUKaid.

The leaders of Wiltshire Council, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, Dorset Council and Somerset Council have released a statement following today's budget.

Salisbury won away against struggling Walton & Hersham to make it 12 games unbeaten on the bounce after a stop-and-start game in Surrey.

A Wiltshire dog owner has been prosecuted for failing to update their dog's microchip details and for not ensuring the dog wore a collar displaying the owner's details when it was found stray.

A fresh, funny and gloriously unconventional take on one of literature’s most-loved romances.

Salisbury Soroptimists welcomed Zelda Perkins CBE and specially invited guests to their club meeting on Thursday, 22 October.

As we approach the winter months and colder weather, Wiltshire Council’s fleet of 24 gritters is ready to keep Wiltshire moving safely, whatever the weather.

Wiltshire Council has provided its annual climate emergency response, which confirms that the council’s direct emissions have fallen by just over 82% since 2019.

A brilliant team of hospice fundraisers took on the Zipwire Experience challenge at Allianz Stadium, Twickenham, on 18th October, raising over £17,000 to support specialist, complex palliative and end-of-life care at Salisbury Hospice.

New figures published by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) highlight increasing demand in several offence categories across Wiltshire, including violence without injury, stalking and harassment, and sexual offences.

Wiltshire Creative has launched its 2026 Christmas Appeal, Be A Star For Giving, to help ensure families facing hardship receive their share of festive joy.

Stories of determination, courage and achievement took centre stage at Wiltshire Council's annual Star Awards event on Thursday 22 October.

New powers aimed at tackling persistent anti-social behaviour have come into force today (Monday 26 October), giving police and local authorities additional options to deal with repeat offenders.

The home ties keep coming for Salisbury in cup competitions, as they have been drawn to face Chichester City in the FA Trophy.

Salisbury residents are invited to a public meeting on 14th November to discover the city's hidden natural gem and help shape its future.

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Salisbury conceded a late Euan Williams goal in additional time after half-time substitute Nathan Odokonyero opened the scoring within two minutes.

The side of a building in Wilton has collapsed, causing a road closure.

Vehicles have been damaged after items have been thrown from a footbridge over the A303.

A resident who left mixed household waste and unwanted clothing beside a clothing recycling bank has paid a £1,000 fixed penalty notice (FPN) issued by Wiltshire Council.

Transport providers, community groups, businesses and public sector organisations attended Wiltshire Council’s latest Wiltshire Sustainable Transport Forum to share ideas, highlight progress and help shape the future of sustainable travel across the county.

The local branch of RNLI, recently renamed RNLI South Wiltshire to reflect its larger geographical area from Andover in the East to Shaftesbury in the West, raised an incredible £2,650 in its Salisbury City Centre collection on 10th October.

Detectives investigating the murder of Graham Pennycook in Ludgershall want to hear from anyone who saw two men acting suspiciously near the woods at Perham Down on the day he was killed.

The leaders of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council, Dorset Council, Somerset Council and Wiltshire Council have applauded the Prime Minister’s confirmation during PMQs yesterday, 21 October, that the Government supports the establishment of a Mayoral Strategic Authority for Wessex.

Motoring enthusiasts have just one final week to secure £45 tickets for Wilton Legends, the automotive event from which AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson made a memorable getaway in a classic car during its inaugural year at Wilton House.

Salisbury-based homelessness charity ALABARÉ is outlining its efforts to support the Government's national ‘Everyone In’ initiative to tackle rough sleeping.

Salisbury is expecting strong winds on Friday as Storm Austen arrives in the UK.

Salisbury will come together to mark Remembrance Sunday on 8 November and Armistice Day on 11 November 2026. Everyone is welcome to attend the commemorations and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Wiltshire Council is thanking residents, community organisations and voluntary groups for all the fantastic work they do to help keep local areas clean and free from litter.

Tinga, located on Salisbury's High Street, is set to bring the spirit of Mexico City to Winchester with the opening of its second restaurant

Wiltshire Police say they are aware of potential plans regarding individuals travelling to South Wiltshire in the coming days to engage in poaching and hare coursing.

A short film has been produced in collaboration with pupils at Woodlands Primary School as part of the Bemerton Heath Pride In Place project.

Salisbury have learned who they will face in the first round of the FA Cup following the draw.

Salisbury have reached the FA Cup First Round proper for the first time since the club reformed in 2015.

A Salisbury sports therapist, who has already raised more than £15,000 for Julia's House Children's Hospice, is preparing to push his running total beyond 1,000 miles as he takes on his most ambitious challenge yet.

Salisbury FC defeated Eastbourne Borough to reach the first round proper of the FA Cup for the first time since its reformation.

Local campaigners are celebrating after National Highways has reversed the decision not to replace the footbridge that crosses the ring road at the top of Wyndham Road.

Salisbury FC are one match away from facing a big football league club in the FA Cup.

Salisbury's Liberal Democrats are celebrating after retaining both seats after Alan Bayliss resigned from both Wiltshire Council and Salisbury City Council for personal reasons in September.

Salisbury’s City Hall was buzzing with activity, laughter and lively conversation on Saturday 10th October as Safer and Supportive Salisbury (SaSS) hosted its second Men Matters Showcase, returning by popular demand following the success of last year’s event.

Longleat has announced that its motor show weekend is returning in 2027.

Salisbury's latest bar is opening its doors today - Friday 16th October - as Bill’s Bar prepares to welcome customers to the former Bridge Tap following an extensive refurbishment.

Families across Wiltshire are being encouraged to discover the benefits of swimming, as Wiltshire Council supports the latest phase of Swim England's national #LoveSwimming campaign.

A man in his 20s has sadly died following a collision in Bulford.

New Forest District Council (NFDC) has launched a strategy to prevent homelessness, support people at risk, and help residents find secure accommodation.

A new bleed kit has been installed at Salisbury City Council’s Bemerton Heath Centre, giving the local community 24-hour access to potentially life-saving equipment in a serious emergency.

Rockbourne Early Christmas Fair has opened its doors for a three-day shopping extravaganza in support of the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity.

We are urging residents to take extra measures to keep their properties safe following a number of burglaries across South Wiltshire.

Salisbury-based charity ALABARÉ is thrilled to have been named as double winners at the national Mental Health Awards 2026, in the Client Wellbeing and Innovative Proactive Wellbeing Activity categories.

Wiltshire Creative have released some images from the world premiere performance of Up Down Big Man, currently playing in the Salberg Studio at Salisbury Playhouse.

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A thief who stole a vehicle and led police on a high-speed pursuit before crashing off the A303 has been sentenced.  

During the Evensong service on Thursday 1 October, the Right Reverend Karen Gorham, Acting Bishop of Salisbury, invited three new canons to be installed in the College of Canons at Salisbury Cathedral.

After five unforgettable gatherings, Groove Junction returns for its sixth edition — bringing another night of incredible music and good people together.

Detectives from Wiltshire Police have thanked members of the Ludgershall community for their patience and cooperation now that the crime scene in relation to Graham Pennycook’s murder has been lifted.

Wiltshire Police is supporting National Hate Crime Awareness Week by encouraging victims and witnesses to report incidents, as new figures show hate crime reports have increased across the county over the past year.

Three local health practitioners will be hosting their second yoga and wellbeing session later this month.

Salisbury Cathedral has announced its line-up of Advent and Christmas services and events, with familiar festive favourites such as Handel’s Messiah, the famous From Darkness to Light Advent service and the family Crib service on Christmas Eve, and exciting new events, such as the Christmas Organ Extravaganza.

A resilient Salisbury launched a classic second-half comeback through Josh Hedges and Nathan Odokonyero after conceding to Farnham's first chance of the game.

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.