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Wiltshire world champion named in top 100 inspiring female cyclists
A Wiltshire woman has been named among the most exceptional female athletes in the UK’s 100 Most Inspiring Women in Cycling list. Petra Wiltshire is a former pro and world champion downhill mountain bike racer and has now been recognised for her
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Dogs Trust Salisbury gives 8 tips to keep dogs warm and safe during cold spell
WITH cold weather on the way, Dogs Trust Salisbury is advising owners on how to keep their furry companions safe and warm. While many people enjoy a winter stroll, the cold weather poses several risks to dogs and their owners. To help ensure
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Doctor who illegally prescribed himself drugs is found impaired to practice
A DISHONEST doctor who continued to mis-prescribe himself controlled drugs after he was convicted for fraud and theft has been declared impaired to practice, a tribunal heard. Dr Nicholas John David Arnold appeared before a Medical Practitioners
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Burgate House murderer George Stephenson's parole hearing begins
A PAROLE hearing for a handyman who murdered four people has begun. George Francis Stephenson was given a mandatory life sentence in 1987, after he was convicted of murdering two men and two women, raping another woman, and robbery. He killed
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Visitors praise Adventure Park extension at Dorset country park
VISITORS braved the rain to celebrate a new attraction at a popular Dorset park. Adventure Valley is a new activity zone at Moors Valley Country Park, involving an 18-hole adventure golf course and a mini Land Rover experience. The golf course
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'Extremely limited' trains from Salisbury on December strike days
SOUTH Western Railway (SWR) has confirmed its services on days of national industrial and strike action in December. The ASLEF union, which represents train drivers, will take industrial action from Friday, December 1 to Saturday, December 9, with
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House remains cordoned off as police investigate man's death
A CORDON remains in place at an address following the “unexplained” death of a man. Police are continuing to investigate the death of a man aged in his 70s in Verwood. As reported, Dorset Police received a concern for the welfare of a man at
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Legal representative 'smuggled drugs' into Erlestoke prison
A legal representative has been slapped with a suspended prison sentence after attempting to smuggle drugs into Erlestoke Prison. Ishmai Williams, of Legging Road in Birmingham, was sentenced for two counts of possession with intent to supply a
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'Dorset's biggest family' comes together for huge celebration
THE head of ‘Dorset’s biggest family’ has hosted a huge celebration with more than 100 people on the guestlist. Tracy Lewis, 59, partied the night away with her 13 children, 25 grandchildren, husband, and close friends. The event, held at the
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Talk by inspiring Ukrainian charity worker centrepiece of Medieval Hall event
A SOBERING assessment of the war in Ukraine was heard by an audience of 80 people last week at the Salisbury Medieval Hall which led to a rallying cry for more support and the announcement of a new initiative. The assessment of the war was made
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Publican 'over the moon' to achieve Pub of the Year status in 2023 competition
A "BRILLIANT" publican has been praised after his business was named Pub of the Year and won a prestigious trophy. The Ox Row Inn was handed the Fuller Smith and Turner's coveted Griffin Trophy and the title 'Pub of the Year' in this year's competition
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Godolphin School to accept boys for the first time after takeover
AN INDEPENDENT school for girls is set to accept boys for the first time in its nearly 300-year history. Godolphin School, on Milford Hill, has announced it is to be taken over by the United Learning group, and will transition to a "co-educational
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Severe weather prompts emergency provision for rough sleepers in Salisbury
The severe weather emergency provision for rough sleepers in Wiltshire has been activated. This protocol is backed by the government and is launched during extremely cold weather, when temperatures fall to zero degrees or lower for three consecutive
