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The family of a man who died in a collision on the A346 in Collingbourne Ducis have paid tribute to him, describing him as 'an amazing father and husband'.

A Wiltshire mum is supporting the Stars Appeal’s sponsored walk to thank the “angels” on the Neonatal Unit at Salisbury District Hospital who cared for her baby.

Laverstock and Ford FC have ended their season on a high after winning the Wiltshire FA Premier Shield.

Local residents are being urged to respond to a parking charges consultation before it closes on May 5.

Wiltshire Council is launching a new community lottery to help raise funds for local good causes across Wiltshire.

Wiltshire Council has secured more than £206 million in government funding to improve transport across the county.

A new pod of hippos has been introduced at Longleat Safari Park.

This bank holiday weekend, a group of friends are travelling 515 miles to Scotland to climb the highest mountain in the UK, Ben Nevis.

A man has been sentenced for child sex offences after being caught flying a drone over a primary school in Salisbury.

Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued an update after discovering an error in its consultation on possible station closures.

New data from the Office for National Statistics shows recorded crime in Wiltshire has increased by just over six per cent.

South Western Railway, which serves Salisbury railway station, has been helping train future guide dogs.

Plans to raise parking charges in Salisbury have sparked concern from businesses.

A man has been arrested after a crash in Salisbury city centre.

Wiltshire Council is set to consider accepting £4.08 million in funding to expand support for children with special educational needs.

A motorcyclist has died following a serious collision in Collingbourne Ducis.

Fire crews are set to carry out a major training exercise at Salisbury Cathedral.

Top athletes from across Wiltshire have been recognised at a special awards event.

Seven men have been charged following a hare coursing incident near Ludgershall.

A man who targeted a woman from Amesbury in a romance fraud has been jailed.

Salisbury Culture has awarded £22,897 to support local arts and cultural projects.

Salisbury City Council is calling on traders, performers and community groups to take part in this year’s Armed Forces Day.

The Chalke History Festival will return from June 22 to 28, 2026, bringing a major programme of talks, performances and immersive experiences to Wiltshire.

A new exhibition of urban photography is set to open at The Young Gallery.

Marking the 50th anniversary of its opening, Salisbury Playhouse will be transformed into the Capulet Mansion for a dynamic and ambitious new staging of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet at Salisbury International Festival 2026.

The trial of a man from Salisbury accused of serious offences has been adjourned.

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Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service has issued an amber wildfire alert across the region.

A toughened approach to shoplifting and anti-social behaviour in Salisbury is being hailed as proof that retail crime can be tackled successfully when businesses, police, and councils work together.

Laverstock and Ford are one match away from playing at the highest level they have ever reached after a dramatic playoff semi-final victory.

Wiltshire Police has shown continued improvement in its latest inspection by HMICFRS.

A conference focused on improving dementia care will take place in Salisbury next month.

A trial has begun at Winchester Crown Court involving a man from Salisbury accused of multiple serious offences.

A car’s been stolen and crashed in Salisbury, causing significant damage before being abandoned.

Wiltshire Council has held the first meeting of its new Sustainable Transport Forum.

Because of high demand, Salisbury’s local radio station is seeking members to join its new promotions team.

Wiltshire Police have arrested two people following excellent work by our Roads Policing Unit overnight regarding a stolen vehicle.

The family of a woman who died in a single vehicle collision on the A338 at Collingbourne Ducis last Wednesday (15/04) has paid tribute to her.

Wiltshire has been selected as a core pilot area in a new government initiative to improve support for domestic abuse victims.

Salisbury FC left it late to take all three points in their 2-1 win against Horsham FC at the Ray Mac.

Wiltshire Council is inviting residents to find out more about plans for Salisbury’s transport future.

Wiltshire Police says a driver linked to a serious collision in Collingbourne Ducis has now been identified.

Sarah Troughton has appointed six new Deputy Lieutenants to serve the county.

Rising aviation fuel prices have placed added pressure on the lifesaving service provided by Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance.

A man who robbed a vulnerable man in Salisbury city centre has been jailed.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious collision on the A346.

Salisbury’s local radio station has returned to its spiritual home.  Salisbury Radio began broadcasting from the former studio location of Spire FM today at 5pm.

Longleat is celebrating the arrival of a critically endangered vulture chick.

Salisbury City Council is inviting residents to attend its Annual Parish Meeting.

Salisbury Cathedral is set to host a special Easter concert celebrating the music of Johann Sebastian Bach.

Salisbury City Council has announced details of this year’s Mayor Making celebrations.

Police are appealing for witnesses following a fatal collision on the A338 Tidworth Road near Collingbourne Ducis.

Salisbury City Council has reported an increase in vandalism at public toilets across the city.

Police are appealing for witnesses following the theft of a vehicle in Old Sarum.

Wiltshire’s Police and Crime Commissioner has welcomed a refreshed plan to tackle anti-social behaviour across the county.

The RNLI Mayday Appeal is returning to Salisbury on Saturday, 25th May.

Salisbury BID has launched a new online training platform for local businesses.

A campaign has been launched in Salisbury to raise awareness about the dangers of tampering with emergency cords in accessible toilets.

Liam McConnell has guided his Laverstock and Ford side to the Wessex Premier League playoffs for the first time in the club's history.

Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault on a teenager in Ludgershall.

Salisbury Playhouse has been awarded £3 million to support a major transformation of the venue.

Residents in Salisbury are being invited to take part in the city’s annual parish meeting later this month.

Salisbury District Hospital is set to benefit from new NHS measures aimed at reducing pressure on emergency departments.

A vehicle has been seized in Salisbury after accumulating hundreds of unpaid parking penalties.

Local communities have come together to support this year’s Great British Spring Clean.

The Fox and Goose pub in Coombe Bissett, near Salisbury, has been named Rural Pub of the Year by the Salisbury and South Wiltshire branch of CAMRA.

Firefighters have tackled a blaze at a thatched house in a Wiltshire village.

Residents in Salisbury and across Wiltshire facing financial difficulties are being urged to seek help through a new government support scheme.

A driver has been sentenced after a popular milkman was killed in a collision in Salisbury.

Salisbury Reds has opened applications for its April 2026 Community Fund.

Bemerton is set to benefit from up to £20 million investment as part of the Government’s Pride in Place programme, an initiative designed to put power directly into the hands of local people so they can shape the future of their neighbourhoods.

Friends of Salisbury Shopmobility charity has recently purchased brand-new mobility equipment for Salisbury Shopmobility.

Salisbury suffered another narrow defeat on the road as they threatened to come back twice, but it wasn’t enough to pick up an all-important point in their fight for safety.

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.