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County’s smoking rates lowest ever recorded

NEW figures show that smoking rates in Wiltshire are the lowest since record began. The Annual Population Survey from the…

Driver who led police on chase reaching speeds of 120mph pleads guilty

A SALISBURY man has pleaded guilty to multiple offences following a 47-mile pursuit earlier this week. Ryan Moore, 20, of…

Community enjoys carol concert performed by 100 schoolchildren

COMMUNITY members in Amesbury have enjoyed a special carol concert performed by around 100 schoolchildren. Pupils from Christ the King…

Plans for new Tesco Express in Salisbury turned down

PLANNERS have turned down a new Tesco convenience store in Salisbury. The supermarket giant was seeking permission to demolish garages…

Police crack down on rural crime amid hare coursing surge

POLICE have ramped up patrols and community engagement across the county following a worrying rise in hare coursing and…

School confirms everyone involved in minibus accident “safe”

SALISBURY Cathedral School has released a statement following a minibus accident this morning. It says: “We would like to acknowledge…

Children donate Christmas chocolate to food bank appeal

STRUGGLING families in the Salisbury area will be able to indulge in chocolate treats over the festive season thanks…

Police deployed to stamp out violence against women and girls

POLICE are stepping up work to identify sexual predators and protect women and girls with regular Project Vigilant deployments…

Salisbury Police warn of delays after minibus collision

DRIVERS should expect delays in the High Post area following a collision on the A345 involving a minibus. Salisbury Police…

Wiltshire Council unveils new service charges for 2026/27

A MAJOR shake-up is coming for many council services after a new structure for setting fees and charges was…