Local News from Tuesday, May 5th, 2026

Heavy police presence in Salisbury as officers respond to incident

There are several areas of Salisbury with a police presence this evening (5th May), including road closures and reports of evacuations following an assault in Firsdown this afternoon.
Cathedral close High Street Gate to be closed to vehicles to allow scaffold removal

Salisbury Cathedral is warning that the High Street will be closed to vehicle traffic on Thursday, 7th May.
Bra donations sought by Salisbury Soroptimists

Salisbury Soroptimists are once again collecting bras to send to Africa.
Wallop Wheels and Wings returns for 2026 at Army Flying Museum

The Army Flying Museum, in Middle Wallop, is in the last throws of its preparation for its popular annual fundraising event, Wallop Wheels and Wings.
Toilets set to reopen

Wiltshire Council has agreed to transfer ownership of public toilets in Salisbury to the city council — in a move that could see them reopen.
Tutor jailed over inmate relationship

A former prison tutor has been jailed after admitting misconduct while working inside a Wiltshire prison.
Salisbury to mark 81st anniversary of VE Day

Salisbury will mark the 81st anniversary of VE Day with a remembrance ceremony this week.
Appeal after woman assault in Salisbury park

Police are appealing for information after a woman was assaulted in a park in Salisbury.