Local News from Thursday, July 2nd, 2026

Fordingbridge Teenagers to Serve Time in Custody after Sentencing Review

Two teenagers from Fordingbridge have been sentenced to four years in custody following a revised judgement at the Court of Appeal today (2nd July).
Charity single inspired by extraordinary young woman raises funds and awareness for Young Lives vs Cancer

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.
Salisbury Cathedral Choir to premiere new anthem

A new anthem by Cheryl Frances-Hoad will be premiered on Sunday, 5 July, during Evensong at 4.30 pm.
Employers across Wiltshire recognised for supporting young people with SEND

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.
Operation Scorpion 15 delivers strong results across the South West

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.