Local News
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Appeal for footage of large fire at Old Sarum airfield
Wiltshire Police have reissued their appeal for witnesses following a large fire at Old Sarum airfield on April 17th.
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The Royal Artillery Museum Announces Public Open Days at Historic Larkhill Site
The Royal Artillery Museum is inviting the public to two exclusive Open Days on Friday, 9th May, and Saturday, 10th May 2025, offering guided tours of its historic stores at Wood Road, Larkhill.
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Increase in public confidence leads to more stalking offences being reported
The number of stalking offences being reported to Wiltshire Police has increased by 50% since running an in-depth campaign last summer.
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Fostering information tour to visit Salisbury in May
Fostering experts, Sarah Faulkner and Sue Collier are embarking on a road trip to raise awareness of the need for foster carers in the South of England. They will be stopping by Salisbury Market on Tuesday, May 13th, from 8 am to 3 pm.
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Nine goal thriller sees Salisbury's season end in defeat
Salisbury lost out in the Wiltshire FA Premier Shield final by a single goal in a nine-goal thriller.
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Salisbury’s greenest community get-together is back
Spring is in the air, and when Spring springs, Salisbury Transition City springs into action to bring you the fifth annual People in the Park event.
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Salisbury to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day with commemoration service
Members of the public are invited to join the Royal British Legion and Salisbury City Council on Thursday, 8th May at 5:30 pm on the Guildhall Square, in commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War in Europe, known as Victory in Europe Day (VE Day).
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Hundreds Walk Through the Night to Raise £42k for Salisbury Hospice
On Saturday 26th April, the streets of Salisbury came alive with colour, music, and light as 321 walkers gathered at Five Rivers Leisure Centre for Salisbury Hospice Charity’s annual Midnight Walk.
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Ray Mac Final gives Salisbury one last chance at silverware this season
The final game of the season has arrived, and it gives Brian Dutton and his side the chance to end the first season in the Vanarama National League South with some silverware.
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Continued calls for victims and witnesses to report crimes as latest ONS crime data published
Wiltshire Police are encouraging victims and witnesses to continue to report crimes to us as the latest Office of National Statistics crime data was released.
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GoSkydive Returns to Historic Old Sarum Following Devastating Hangar Fire
GoSkydive, the UK's leading tandem skydiving centre, returned to skydiving on Sunday 27th April following the devastating fire that destroyed the historic Grade 2 Listed WW1 Hangar 3 building, Hangar 3 Café and GoSkydive earlier this month.
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Salisbury Live to launch 2025 programme with free event in Salisbury market place
Salisbury Live will launch its programme of live music events with a free event on Sunday, May 4th in Salisbury's Market Place.
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The Whites are staying up after draw away at Welling United
A draw away at Welling United has secured Salisbury’s position in the Vanarama National League South.
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Cafe and GoSkydive ready to return after airfield fire
After last Thursday's fire at Hangar Three at the Old Sarum Airfield, the two businesses most affected by the blaze look nearly ready to return.
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Winterslow woman to take on Walk for Wards challenge after breast cancer diagnosis
A Winterslow woman who is being treated for breast cancer will be walking 10k at the Stars Appeal’s Walk for Wards to support the “phenomenal” work of the hospital charity.
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It all comes down to the final match for Salisbury FC
The final league game of the season is upon us as Brian Dutton and his side prepare for the trip to the eastern side of the capital to take on Welling United.
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Pair charged with shoplifting offences in Salisbury
Police in Salisbury have charged two people in connection with shoplifting offences at multiple locations around the city.
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Crimestoppers call on us to help prevent burglary, robbery and theft
Crimestoppers are calling upon Wiltshire residents to help prevent burglary, robbery and theft across the county.
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Can Salisbury stay up - all the scenarios explained
This Saturday sees the culmination of the 2024/25 season of the Vanarama National League South, Salisbury’s first season at this level since the new club was formed and began playing again in 2015.
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Scam warning over discounted Salisbury Reds travel offer
Salisbury Reds is warning people about a scam offering discounted travel on their bus services.
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Father set for London Marathon challenge in aid of the Stars Appeal after sons were cared for on the Neonatal Unit
A father from Durrington is taking on his first London Marathon in aid of the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity, who supported his family after his sons were born prematurely.
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Greek take away and eatery opens on Salisbury Market Place
Pita-Pita, a brand new Greek food outlet, has opened its doors in Salisbury's Market Place.
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Witness appeal after police car rammed in Downton
Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses after a police vehicle was rammed by a recovery pickup truck in Downton High Street at 12.35 am on Friday morning (18th April).
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Salisbury Soroptimists Bra collection back for 2025
Salisbury Soroptimists are once again asking Salisbury women to turn out their drawers and donate ‘gently used’ bras.
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Eastbourne defeat leaves Salisbury just outside of relegation places
Eastbourne ensured that Salisbury will head into the final Saturday of the Vanarama National League season only just outside of the relegation places.
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Salisbury's final home league game of the season sees high-flying Eastbourne Borough at the Ray Mac
The second part of the Easter Bank Holiday football sees high-flying Eastbourne Borough travel to the Ray Mac for the return fixture of the Boxing Day game.
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Appeal for witnesses following fire at Old Sarum airfield
Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses following a large fire at Old Sarum airfield on Thursday Night (17th April).
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Whites produce stunning comeback to draw away at Weymouth
Salisbury came from two goals down at half time to draw away at Weymouth on Good Friday.
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Investigation underway after fire destroys historic hangar and cafe
Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service have begun an investigation into the fire that destroyed what remained of Hangar Three at Old Sarum Airfield.
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Woman jailed for criminally damaging buildings in Salisbury
A woman who criminally damaged more than a dozen buildings with spray paint has been jailed.
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Upcoming resurfacing work at Salisbury Railway Station Forecourt marks next milestone
As the final phase of enhancements at Salisbury Railway Station progresses, a key milestone is coming up with plans to resurface the station forecourt area.
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Large fire destroys hangar and buildings at Old Sarum Airfield
Emergency services were called to a large fire at Old Sarum Airfield on Thursday evening (17th April).
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Hunt for Salisbury woman who lost ring on beach near Mudeford
The detectorist who found a ring on the coast east of Mudeford Quay in Dorset is trying to locate the woman who lost it.
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Car windows smashed whilst parked on Salisbury street
The windows of two cars have been smashed whilst parked on a quiet side road in Salisbury.
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Dog owners urged to microchip pets following prosecutions
Dog owners are being reminded that it is a legal requirement to microchip their dogs and ensure the details stored on it are up to date – failure to do so could lead to a prosecution and fine.
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Double Bank Holiday Football for the Whites
Brian Dutton’s side will play two Vanarama National League South matches over the Easter weekend. The first is a trip to Weymouth on Good Friday.
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Easter Egg Hunt to raise funds for Salisbury Women's Refuge
An Easter Egg hunt at Wilton House over the next few days will raise money for Salisbury Women’s Refuge.
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Parents and children finding out if they got into their preferred primary school
Wiltshire parents and carers are finding out today where their child will attend primary school from this September, as today marks National Offer Day.
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Review: The Da Vinci Code is a dark rollercoaster of a play with plenty of twists
The audience are greeted with a sparse set with muted colour tones, and the story unfolds within the set is one of mystery, puzzles and murderous happenings with more twists than a curly wurly.
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City Council announce launch of City's first Mela
Salisbury City Council have announced the launch of the city's first Mela, a celebration of culture, food and festivities.
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Local fundraising branch to participate in RNLI Mayday Appeal
The Salisbury and Wilton Fundraising Branch of the RNLI will participate in the charity’s annual Mayday Appeal on Saturday, April 26th.
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Details announced for Salisbury Wilts FA Premier Shield cup final
Ticket prices have now been confirmed for the Wiltshire FA Premier Shield final between Salisbury and Swindon Supermarine.
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Man dies following fatal collision on the A303 in Mere
A man has sadly died following a collision in Mere yesterday evening (14th April).
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Sleeping Beauty wins at Pantomime Awards 2025
On Sunday 13th April, the winners of The Pantomime Awards 2025 were announced by the UK Pantomime Association at a ceremony full of song and laughter at the New Victoria Theatre, Woking.
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Full Chalke History Festival line up revealed
The full line-up for the 2025 Chalke History Festival has been announced, and tickets are now on sale.
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Triplets joy as Trio of Fennec fox Kits Born at Longleat
Three bundles of joy are set to open their eyes for the first time at Easter and are an extra special arrival for keepers at Longleat in Wiltshire who are hand-rearing the triplets.
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Salisbury stumble against relegated Aveley at Ray Mac
Brian Dutton's side fell to defeat at home against relegated Aveley with a goal in each half from the visitors putting a dent in Salisbury's survival hopes.
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Shared Ownership is a route to rural living
Shared Ownership may be a way to rural living says property developer Abri Homes at The Tidings, in Old Sarum.
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Crime duo 'Snook and Brooks' sentenced for thefts
Two former employees of The Range have been sentenced for their nine-month theft spree.
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Former St Edmund's student releases her new single
A former Salisbury student has today released a new single which expresses emotions around the change in seasons.
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Tickets now on sale for this year's Beer Festival
Summerfest, is Salisbury’s popular summer beer and cider festival, which returns to the Guildhall on 20th and 21st June 2025.
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Did you see a road incident on Castle Street this morning?
Police are looking for witnesses after a Moped rider was knocked-off by what is thought to be a white Toyota.
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Police Boss: 'Insufficient funding causes insufficient policing'
The Government's 'Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee' does not address years of police underfunding says the county's Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC).
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Nominations to open for Wiltshire Music Awards 2025
Nominations will soon be open for the inaugural Wiltshire Music Awards 2025.
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One-year-old boy dies following collision on A303
Police are seeking witnesses to the road traffic collision on the A303 at Amesbury at the end of last month.
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LISTEN: 'Bars, toilets and a variety of acts' are priority for City Hall
Justin from MECA, the new leaseholder of City Hall in Salisbury talks to Salisbury Radio's Craig Hicks about plans for the city's entertainment venue ahead of re-opening next month.
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Liberal Democrat candidates announced for May elections
Salisbury’s Liberal Democrats have announced a full raft of candidates for the local elections next month.
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Song for Christmas 2024 Winner Announced
Salisbury Radio have announced the winner of Song for Christmas 2024.