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'A generous person who was everybody's friend': tributes to Lady Jo Benson
Public figures and organisations have paid tribute to the late Lady Jo Benson OBE who was mayor of Salisbury between 1969-1970. The Journal is asking its readers to contribute any memories or tributes for Lady Benson. To write your tribute, scroll
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Opening hours and speed restrictions - Council's concerns with Asda plans
PLANS to bring an Asda supermarket to Salisbury have been supported by city councillors, but not without areas of concern. More electric vehicle charging points, the installation of solar panels and a change to speed limits and proposed opening
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Mangled car which hit deer was still being driven days later
A CAR which was badly damaged after hitting a deer was still being driven on Wiltshire's roads days later. Police shared the shocking image on social media after pulling the car over on Tuesday. The image shows the number plate has been cut
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Will there be a hosepipe ban in Wiltshire? Here's what Wessex Water said
SOME people are calling for a hosepipe ban amid concerns that there will be a national drought. The National Infrastructure Committee has said water needs to start being managed better across the UK, otherwise the country could face a future of
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Two teenagers arrested over hare coursing
TWO teenagers were arrested over hare coursing. Salisbury Community Policing Team (CPT) officers arrested an 18-year-old man and 14-year-old male on the evening of July 28 for hunting hares with dogs in in violation of Section 1 of The Hunting
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PCC calls on Sunak and Truss for more funding for rural forces
Wiltshire's police and crime commissioner has lobbied PM candidates over "grossly unfair" funding for rural forces. PCC Philip Wilkinson took part in briefings last week with both potential Conservative leader candidates, Liz Truss and Rishi Sunak
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PICTURES: Huge 45m beams arrive on A31 ahead of new bridge construction
TWO massive beams have been delivered to the A31 at Ringwood ahead of construction on the brand-new bridge. With foundations and supports already being built, the 45m beams will form an integral part of the new flyover when construction starts
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'Suspicious item' outside court made safe with controlled explosion
AFTER a "suspicious item" was found outside the law courts in Salisbury yesterday, August 3, police have confirmed it was "not a viable device". A controlled water detonation - controlled explosion - was completed to make the area safe. Police
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The Salisbury Ark launched successfully
THE official launch of the Ark took place over two days at St Mark’s Church in Salisbury with many people attending to celebrate. Mayor Tom Corbin and MP John Glen attended the official opening on July 28 alongside many church members and those
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One man’s role in helping to reverse Ozone damage
Very briefly, to follow on from last week’s column, what wonderful scenes at Wembley on Sunday evening, as England ended fifty-six years of hurt by finally winning a major tournament. As I wrote then, I hope this leads to further participation
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A new sustainable cathedral is taking shape in Salisbury
AN “ENORMOUS” cathedral for bugs is being built in Salisbury. Taking its sustainable approach to the next level, Salisbury Cathedral has arranged a youth eco event to help create the newly crafted wooden cathedral. Those aged between 12 to
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'He has such a long life ahead of him' - Boy rescued from choking on grape
AN EIGHTEEN-year-old potentially saved the life of a young boy who was choking on a grape. Unknown to the child and his family, Durrington nursery worker Hollie Yates is now appealing to find them once more. Helping the boy to breath again,
