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Community call for Bemerton Heath defibrillator answered in less than two months

A COMMUNITY call for a defibrillator in Bemerton Heath has been answered – in less than two months. The device,…

The new extension to Braemar Lodge, Colten Care’s Salisbury care home Picture: Colten Care

First residents settle into ‘new standard’ of care at Salisbury care home

THE first phase of a project to grow the capacity of a Salisbury care home has been completed. Colten Care…

The bakery donates bread two times a week Picture: Salvation Army

Fordingbridge’s Belinda’s Bakery offers free fresh bread to families in need

A SIMPLE loaf of bread is making a difference in the lives of those struggling to make ends meet…

Henrietta suffered a spinal injury last year Picture: Help Hen

Salisbury to rally behind mum who is trying to walk again

A SALISBURY mum is trying to access specialist care following a devastating injury. Henrietta Paxton, a PE teacher, nutritionist, and…

The charity warns more people across Salisbury could be choosing between heating and eating

Donations needed to support vulnerable people in Salisbury

A PROGRAMME that supports older and vulnerable people in Salisbury during the coldest months of the year is in…

Left to right- Jonathan Gapper and Helen Gapper, Owner of Home Instead Salisbury and Romsey, and Liz Sillah, registered manager

Free dementia-friendly club launches in Salisbury

A CLUB open to people living with dementia, their relatives, and carers in the Salisbury area has been launched…

First prize winner Keith Smith, centre, with George Chalke, of FJ Chalke, and Peter Bourke, of Wilsons Solicitors

Salisbury man scoops £2,500 in Stars Appeal Christmas Raffle

THE new year has started in style for one Salisbury resident – who has scooped £2,500 in a charity…

Phyll Babb exiting the Close’s Harnham Gate for the 100th time Picture: Salisbury Trust for the Homeless

Salisbury 99-year-old completes 100-mile charity walking challenge – but she won’t stop there

A REMARKABLE 99-year-old from Salisbury has so far raised more than £8,000 for a homelessness charity. Phyll Babb has been…

The pantry is appealing for more volunteers Picture: Old Sarum and Longhedge Community Pantry

Soaring demand sees Old Sarum and Longhedge Community Pantry extend opening hours

A COMMUNITY pantry near Salisbury will be extending their opening hours at the end of the month due to…

Staff celebrating the second anniversary of the care home Picture: Wilton Place Care Home

Wilton care home pulls out all the stops for second anniversary party

STAFF at Wilton Place Care Home marked its second anniversary in style in December. The care home invited the Wilton…