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'The interesting case of the skeletons found in Salisbury - are they Anglo-Saxon?'
I have been researching sources for archaeology, such as newspapers, so often overlooked given they are often the earliest records. In many instances, Historic Environment Records are based on much later sources, and the account may have been through
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Five of our favourite photographs from the Salisbury Journal Camera Club this week
THESE are our five favourite photos from the Salisbury Journal Camera Club this week. We've selected some of our favourite photos shared by members during the past week, from gorgeous churches to intimidating swans... It's never easy for us
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Three weeks of disruption expected with new lights for essential gas works
THREE weeks of traffic disruption is to be expected as a gas company has announced it will be installing a new set of traffic lights in Salisbury. A section of Devizes Road, near Bedford Road, will be controlled by temporary lights from Monday,
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Multiple road closures planned for A303 and A36
Drivers in and around Salisbury will have several road closures to watch out for in the coming weeks: A36, from 9am February 19 to 3pm March 1, slight delays (under 10 minutes): A36 both directions over Skew bridge, Salisbury. 2-way signals for
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Salisbury death notices and funeral announcements from the Salisbury Journal
The Salisbury Journal published 13 death notices last week. Every week, the Salisbury Journal publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print, our death notice
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Ascend learning trust launches new teacher training partnership
A LEARNING trust with schools in Ludgershall and Tidworth is launching a new partnership. The partnership between the Ascend Learning Trust and Teach First will launch in September and provide school-centred initial teacher training offering trainees
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Salisbury Met Office hour-by-hour forecast as heavy rain set to fall for hours
For anyone hoping for a sunny Sunday in Salisbury, you are going to be disappointed. The wet and windy weather is here to stay, with heavy rain forecast by the Met Office for most of the day, February 24. Wind gusts are expected to hit up
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Number of homes affected by unplanned power cut
A NUMBER of homes in Verwood have been affected by a power cut. Homes in five postcodes in the town, including in Meadow Way, Owls Road, Lake Road and Newtown Road, will be out of electricity until 4pm, SSEN has warned. The electricity provider
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Salisbury named the number one city for hair loss in the UK
SALISBURY has been named as the number one city in the UK for hair loss. According to a study, our city is the top UK city most concerned with hair loss, and data suggests inhabitants are searching for a solution. In Salisbury, 39.7 people
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Wiltshire Wildlife Trust expands Langford Lakes nature reserve with special gift
Wiltshire Wildlife Trust has announced it has taken over ownership of an area of land called Dixon Meadows. The land runs alongside the River Wylye and Millstream next to the Trust’s Langford Lakes nature reserve in Steeple Langford. Ownership
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Pensioner 'mistakes throttle for brake' and crashes into MOT centre
AN ELDERLY man ‘had mistaken his throttle for a brake pedal’ and crashed into an MOT test centre. A.M Autos in Ringwood Trading Estate, Ringwood, is closed after Chrysler Voyager people carrier ploughed into the garage. The building has been
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50 years ago this week: Pancake races and Battleaxe Day
A dive in the Journal archives this week reveals the Harnham pancake races, restoration works at Shrewton Stonehouse and Battleaxe Day. Enjoy these pictures from the week of Sunday, February 17 to Saturday, February 23.
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Charity hopes to inspire people to learn to read whatever their age on World Book Day
A CHARITY that helps people to learn to read is joining forces with the Royal Society for the Arts, Manufactures and Commerce and Salisbury Library to celebrate World Book Day. Read Easy South and Esat Wiltshire will be hosting a display at Salisbury