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Damerham road to close for five days for new water connection
A road in Damerham is expected to close for no longer than five days for water connection works. High Street, between Littlemill Lane and Court Hill, will be shut from Monday, November 16 for Kier to carry out the work. To view the full public
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Wilton flower shop celebrates 15th year in business
Paloma Lily, a Wilton flower shop, is marking 15 years in business. Paloma Lily has expanded from its West Street base, with owner Pauline Elizabeth crediting loyal customers for helping it through tough trading conditions. Pauline said: “We
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Council refuses plans for nine Bishopstone homes despite affordable housing provision
WILTSHIRE Council has refused plans for nine Bishopstone homes despite backing from the parish council. The proposal involved nine dwellings, including four affordable homes, on land at Whitlocks, between Whitlock Rise and Meadow View, on the edge
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Johnny Marr’s The The tour guitar could fetch £30,000 at Wiltshire auction
Johnny Marr’s guitar from The The’s 1989-90 tour could fetch up to £30,000 at a Wiltshire auction. Specialist music auction house Gardiner Houlgate will sell the white Fender American Vintage 1962 Reissue Stratocaster in Corsham on December 8.
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High Street to close at night for sewer works over three nights
A section of Fordingbridge High Street is to be closed at night for sewer works. Part of the B3078 High Street between the junctions with Bridge Street and Provost Street will be shut from Monday, November 16, for no longer than three nights between
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Whites make more history with 6-0 win over Sholing to reach FA Cup second round
SALISBURY FC hit Sholing for six and made history with a dominant FA Cup display. The Whites stormed into the second round of the FA Cup for the first time with a 6-0 victory over Sholing FC. Nathan Odokonyero opened the scoring just after
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PHOTOS: Thousands gather for Salisbury's biggest charity fireworks night
A night sky filled with colour drew crowds from across the region. Thousands gathered at Salisbury Racecourse for what was billed as Salisbury's biggest fireworks night on Saturday, November 7, which raised funds and awareness for Salisbury Hospice
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Met Office issue yellow weather warning for heavy fog and delays in Salisbury
THE Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for fog in Salisbury. The warning is in place from 6 pm this evening (Sunday, November 8) to 11 am tomorrow (Monday, November 9) and warns of difficult travel conditions and possible delays due
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Eight injured in 16-vehicle A303 crash as significant oil spill delays reopening
At least eight people were injured in a 16-vehicle collision on the A303 near Andover as fog affected the area on Saturday night. South Central Ambulance Service (SCAS) said eight people were assessed for minor injuries following the crash, which
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'Mega-forces' could weaken local policing, commissioner warns
Plans to merge police forces into larger regional organisations have reignited the debate over local policing. Wiltshire PCC Philip Wilkinson warned that so-called "mega-forces" could weaken accountability, sever community links and disrupt neighbourhood
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Salisbury’s lively life 50 years ago: fireworks, football and a golden anniversary
Bonfire Night celebrations, sporting life, and a golden wedding anniversary lit up life 50 years ago. Events from this week 50 years ago, recorded in the Salisbury Journal archives, paint a lively picture of community life across the region.
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Why we wear poppies for Remembrance Day and when to start wearing them
The poppy has become a powerful symbol of remembrance, worn to honour those who have lost their lives in conflict. Each November, many people wear the red poppy to remember those who have died in war. The Royal British Legion’s annual Poppy
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16 vehicles involved in major A303 crash near Andover
Sixteen vehicles were involved in a major collision on the A303 near Andover during foggy conditions. The huge collision occurred on the westbound carriageway of the A303 in Hampshire at 8.21pm on Saturday, November 7, between the A342 near Andover
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New Forest Community Lottery raises more than £24,000 in first year
A community lottery has raised more than £24,000 for good causes in its first year. The New Forest Community Lottery, launched by New Forest District Council, supports charities and community groups across the district through weekly ticket sales
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Meet the man who played Batman on screen in iconic 1989 film
Batman fans can meet the man behind the mask. Carl Newman, who played Batman in the iconic 1989 film, will appear at a mini-convention in Salisbury on Sunday, November 15, at Five Rivers Leisure Centre. Mr Newman was cast as Michael Keaton’
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In The Dock - Amesbury man jailed for intimidating witness and assault offences
An Amesbury man who intimidated a potential witness and committed a string of other offences has been jailed as part of the latest cases dealt with at Salisbury Magistrates' Court. Luke Tyler, 32, of Eyres Road, Amesbury, admitted intimidating
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Key Salisbury walking and cycling route reopens after major upgrade
A key walking and cycling route has reopened following a major upgrade. Green Lane, an approximately 500-metre shared-use path between Roman Road and Pearce Way in Salisbury, now offers a safer, more accessible environment for walkers, cyclists
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‘Colossal mistake’: drug-driver banned from roads after crashing into wall
A Salisbury man has been banned from the roads after admitting to crashing into a wall under the influence of MDMA and ketamine. Jake Everett, 25, of Lime Kiln Way in Harnham, pleaded guilty to driving a Seat Ibiza with ketamine and MDMA in his
