Farmer’s emotional BGT journey continues to grand final
A FARMER who swapped the tractor cab for prime-time television is preparing to take to the stage in the…
Salisbury Plain sees heightened police patrols after ASB reports
A SURGE in anti-social behaviour (ASB) on Salisbury Plain has sparked a visible police response, with officers stepping up…
Seven charged after dead hares found in rural crime crackdown
SEVEN people have been charged after a dramatic early-morning police response to suspected hare coursing near Ludgershall. Officers were called…
Pregnant sheep killed in suspected dog attack
POLICE have issued an urgent appeal after three pregnant sheep were killed in a suspected dog attack near Upper…
Rural warning issued as fuel theft risk rise
FARMERS and rural residents across the county are being urged to take extra precautions against fuel theft…
Tough new laws hit dog owners after livestock attacks surge
STRONGER laws to tackle dog attacks on farm animals have come into force – a move likely to resonate…
Government’s £50m heating oil pledge met with tough questions
A £50 MILLION government support package for households reliant on heating oil has sparked fresh debate — particularly in…
Sheep deaths prompt warning from rural police
DOG walkers are being urged to keep their pets under close control after reports of sheep being chased, injured…
Farmers face hefty fines after leaving cow to suffer “extreme pain”
TWO farmers have received four animal penalty notices (APNs) totalling more than £16,000 after serious breaches of animal welfare…
MP faces opposition after defending local trail hunts
SALISBURY MP John Glen has sparked online controversy after defending trail hunting and criticising the Labour government’s approach to…