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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.

The family of a man who died in a collision in Wilton at the weekend have paid tribute to his bright, witty nature.

The fixtures for the 2026/27 National League South were released at 11 am this morning, and the Whites start at home.

Wiltshire Council are introducing a booking scheme at the Household Recycling Centre in Salisbury from Monday, 14th September.

A 19-year-old man has sadly died following a single-vehicle road traffic collision on the A36 in the early hours of yesterday (9th July).

Wiltshire Council has launched a Call for Sites as part of the evidence-gathering process for its new Local Plan.

Salisbury Soroptimists are celebrating another successful bra collection in Salisbury and surrounding areas.

On Friday 17 July 2026, See Space Differently will launch with IGNITE IN CHANGE, an afternoon of creative civic activation at the Guildhall in Salisbury.

Salisbury FC have announced changes to its board of directors, with former Chairman Ian Hammond stepping down as a director. He will, however, remain as president of the club.

Police warn that the A36 south of Salisbury will remain closed this afternoon following a collision this morning (9th July)

This incredible photograph shows one of the rarest snails in Britain, and now a new partnership is working to secure its future.

Leading homelessness charity ALABARÉ is working alongside London-based organisation Rifles Security Solutions (RSS Ltd) to help previously homeless veterans find employment and live independently again.

Families across Wiltshire are being encouraged to dive into summer fun with the launch of the “Make a Splash Wiltshire” campaign, promoting swimming and activities at local leisure centres during the school holidays. 

Dog ownership has risen sharply since the pandemic, and with more people than ever accessing the countryside, the pressure on our rural landscapes is increasing.

The community came together to show their support for Salisbury Hospital at the Stars Appeal’s 21st Walk for Wards and have so far raised over £100,000.

Safer and Supportive Salisbury (SaSS) is celebrating the success of its 2026 Breathing Spaces Showcase after nine days of activities that encouraged hundreds of people to discover the health and wellbeing benefits of spending time outdoors.

Thrill-seekers are invited to take part in a brand-new challenge to raise money for Salisbury Hospice Charity.

A man has been charged following a serious collision on the A350 near East Knoyle on Saturday evening (4th July).

Artful Dodger will return to Salisbury's Victoria Park this month (25th July) as they headline the 'Summer Extravagnaza'.

Children across Wiltshire are being encouraged to take part in this year’s Summer Reading Challenge, which launches in all libraries across the county on Saturday 4 July.

There's a new set of wheels turning heads across Salisbury…and trust us, you won't miss it!

Groove Junction returns to Salisbury Arts Centre this summer for its fifth edition, promising six hours of genre-defying music and an unforgettable celebration of dance music culture.

Broadcaster, poet and author Michael Rosen is bringing his show Getting Through It to Salisbury Cathedral on January 15 2027.

More than 100 children from Armed Forces families came together at Tidworth Garrison Theatre to celebrate the success of a year-long project designed to strengthen support for Service children in Wiltshire schools.

A closure order has been obtained for an address in Tidworth following ongoing issues with anti-social behaviour, drug use and public order incidents.

Salisbury-based charity OCTO raised over £10,000 at its first annual charity fundraiser gala, held at The Guildhall on Saturday 27th June.

John Bennett was the best of the British contingent during the FIA Formula 2 Championship's visit to Silverstone, competing in front of a packed home crowd alongside the F1 British Grand Prix.

A cyclist has sadly died following a collision with a van in Wilton.

The licensees of a popular village pub are celebrating this week after scooping a prestigious award for the quality of their beer.

Salisbury’s annual Local Hero Awards recognises people who have made a positive contribution to our community.

Blind and partially sighted people are being invited to discover the freedom of tandem cycling at a free taster session in Salisbury this July.

Salisbury FC have announced the permanent signing of shot-stopper Will Henry after his departure from Chippenham Town.

Two teenagers from Fordingbridge have been sentenced to four years in custody following a revised judgement at the Court of Appeal today (2nd July).

A soldier from Salisbury has released a single, The Best of Us, in honour of his friend’s daughter, Becca, who was diagnosed with Wilms tumour at the age of 19 in 2024.

A new anthem by Cheryl Frances-Hoad will be premiered on Sunday, 5 July, during Evensong at 4.30 pm.

Wiltshire Council has celebrated employers from across the county who are helping young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) take positive steps into employment.

Police forces across the South West have successfully concluded Operation Scorpion 15 (OS15), a regionally coordinated crackdown on drug-related criminality, delivering significant results in tackling supply, protecting communities and strengthening public confidence.

Supporters of leading homelessness charity ALABARÉ have raised over £100,000 by taking part in the first-ever public sleep-out at St Paul’s Cathedral in London.

Salisbury Radio is seeking this year's local Child of Courage.  

Businesses across Salisbury are being encouraged to continue playing a role in efforts to reduce retail crime, following positive results achieved through partnership working between retailers, Wiltshire Police and other local agencies.

Salisbury City Council is inviting expressions of interest from organisations and community groups regarding the future use of the chapel within the grounds of Devizes Road Cemetery.

WIlton Fire Station will remain open for now following a vote yesterday (30th June) by the Dorset and Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority.

Salisbury Business Improvement District (BID) has announced that Indies Week will be returning this week, from 1st to 7th July 2026.

We are being told to get ready for a bold, brilliant line-up of music, theatre, conversation and comedy at Salisbury Playhouse and Salisbury Arts Centre this autumn.

Despite record-breaking temperatures, history fans defied the heat in their thousands last week to attend Chalke, the UK’s biggest history festival.

Salisbury residents are being encouraged to support a community food drive as part of Sarum Academy’s Citizenship Day.

John Bennett has scored the biggest race win of his career to date after producing a phenomenal drive to victory in the FIA Formula 2 Championship in Austria this past weekend (27/28 June).

Two special services to ordain new clergy were held last weekend (27 and 28 June) at Salisbury Cathedral.

A small but committed team of volunteers want to relaunch the Mere Carnival after last year's event was cancelled.

A charity road run featuring an array of classic and modern cars is expected to raise over £15,000 for the Stars Appeal, Salisbury Hospital’s Charity.

Taxi marshals are being deployed in Salisbury this summer as part of efforts to improve public safety and provide greater reassurance to people enjoying a night out.

Did you witness anyone behaving suspiciously in Larkhill late on Saturday evening (27th June)?

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.