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Rural crime will not be tolerated, says county superintendent as reports rise

POLICE are stepping up efforts to tackle rural crime and keep Salisbury safe, according to Wiltshire Police superintendent and…

Increase in drink and drug driving during December, say police

MORE than 100 motorists were arrested for drink or drug driving offences across Wiltshire last month as police stepped…

Man attempts to steal alcohol during off licence break-in

POLICE are investigating criminal damage and attempted theft from a Salisbury off…

Town council agrees £1.77 tax rise for residents

WILTON Town Council has approved a rise in the parish precept and set out an ambitious programme of investment…

Car-free days and a new Christmas lights event planned as city council approves tax rise

SALISBURY City Council has approved its 2026/27 budget promising to protect services and put finances on a firmer long-term…

£20,000 boost for Salisbury hospital after annual raffle success

THE STARS Appeal’s Christmas Raffle raised more than £20,000 to support projects helping patients, their families and staff at…

Community call to action as Great British Spring Clean 2026 approaches

RESIDENTS, schools and community groups are being rallied ahead of the Great British Spring Clean 2026. Wiltshire Council and idverde are…

New mayor will play pivotal role in town’s ‘ambitious plans’

WILTON has a new mayor with expertise in retail, banking and technology after Cllr Chris Harrison was elected at…

Internationally acclaimed vocalist to rock Verwood

ROCK fans are being promised a night of pure power and adrenaline when She Will Rock You storms into…

Air ambulance called to Salisbury and surrounding area 83 times

THE AIR ambulance was called to 1,159 incidents across the region last year highlighting the vital role it continues…