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Repair cafe available to fix broken treasures every second Saturday
A new town mayor has been a key part of a volunteer service which helps people every month. Ringwood residents are encouraged to pop along to the Repair Cafe at Greyfriars Community Centre between 10am and 12noon on Saturday, June 8. The
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Distillery near Salisbury celebrating after winning three awards
A distillery near Salisbury has won three awards for their gin that supports endangered birds on Salisbury Plain. Downton Distillery partnered with the Great Bustard Group to create 'Great Bustard Gin,' earlier this year. With each bottle sold,
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LIVE: Emergency services close A338 northbound after crash
9:21pm The A338 appears to have reopened on Google Maps and AA Travel.
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Mazda driver sped off after hitting cyclist who needed ambulance
A DRIVER sped off at "high speed" after hitting a cyclist in Quidhampton. The cyclist's leg was injured and they were treated by paramedics at the scene on Lower Road around 12.30pm on Monday, June 3. Police officers investigating the incident
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Police volunteers praised for helping Wiltshire communities
Wiltshire Police has praised the efforts of volunteers who help them carry out their duties. The first week of June always highlights the contributions made by those who give their time, skills and knowledge for the benefit of others in their communities
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Meet the Wiltshire Royal Engineers rowing 2,800-mile from California to Hawaii
A TEAM of Royal Engineers from Wiltshire are embarking on a 2,800-mile rowing challenge for charity. The Salty Sappers will row across the Pacific Ocean from Monterey, California, to Hanalei Bay, Hawaii as part of the World’s Toughest Row.
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'He looked terrifying': Eyewitness describes moment alleged killer 'stabbed' man
'I thought he was going to hurt me or something. He just looked scary. He looked so angry.' These are the words of an eyewitness who told Winchester Crown Court about the moment she allegedly saw Maurice Jones stab Tsvetomir Genov in Bemerton Heath
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PHOTOS: Auster aircraft fly from Old Sarum as part of D-Day commemorations
A D-Day commemorative fly past took place across Salisbury from the Boscombe Down Aviation Collection (BDAC) in Old Sarum. On Tuesday, June 4, at approximately 11.30am, three Auster aircraft took to the sky from Old Sarum and flew across Salisbury
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Girl, 17, sexually assaulted by man outside supermarket in city centre
A girl was reportedly sexually assaulted outside a supermarket in Salisbury. Shortly after 4.35pm on Monday, June 3, a 17-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by a man outside of Tesco on Castle Street, Wiltshire Police have said. READ MORE
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Mystery as city centre sweet shop near Cathedral permanently closes
A sweet shop near Salisbury Cathedral has closed for good. On Tuesday, June 4, a notice was placed on the door of Hardys Original Sweet Shop saying the store on High Street is 'permanently closed'. Although the huge decorative sweet tubs and
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Travellers set up at Britford P&R - the fourth unauthorised encampment in a month
Travellers are reportedly 'blocking exits' of Britford Park and Ride on Downton Road. This news comes after three instances of Travellers setting up camp in unauthorised spaces, with groups in the London Road Park and Ride on both May 8 and May
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Rafa Ramos join Salisbury FC after leading the line for Gosport Borough last season
Rafa Ramos has agreed terms to join Salisbury FC after leading the line for Gosport Borough last season. The striker, who has also had spells at Hamworthy United and Bashley, joins after impressing the management team in his appearances against
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Man, 20, and girl, 16, punched 'several times' in Queen Elizabeth Gardens
A GIRL needed medical attention after she was punched "several times" in a public garden. The victim, 16, broke free from the attacker but the suspect threw her mobile phone into the river. A man in his 20s was also punched in the face during
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Jordan Raquette joins Salisbury after leaving AFC Totton
Jordan Ragguette, 21, a versatile left-sided player, has joined Salisbury after leaving AFC Totton because his contract expired. Ragguette has been at Totton for a couple of seasons and has played at both left-back and left-wing during his time
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Narrow win gets Redlynch & Hale 1XI back on track
Just three runs were the difference between the home team Redlynch & Hale and the visitors Longparish, as the result was decided in the 90th over of the game. Redlynch captain, Andy Soutar, won the toss and had no hesitation to bat first, despite
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South Wilts II slip to four-wicket defeat by newcomers Hursley Park at Bemerton
Tom Pearce struck a season's best 71 and Sam Pittman snared five victims behind the stumps, but neither was able to prevent South Wilts II slipping to a four-wicket defeat by Southern Premier Division 3 newcomers Hursley Park at Bemerton. Pearce
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Farley’s second team secure win over Over Wallop
Tom Pugh’s rapid 72 laid the foundations for Farley’s second team to secure a 23-point win over Over Wallop. Having been inserted, Farley made heavy weather of the visitors’ slow-paced attack - scoring just 51-3 in the first 20 overs. Local sports
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South Wilts lead the ECB Southern Premier Division after win over Basingstoke
South Wilts lead the ECB Southern Premier Division by four points from Bournemouth following a comfortable 62-run win over Basingstoke & North Hants at May's Bounty. The opening round of red ball all-day 'time pennant' matches saw them slip from
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Readers who want to subscribe to our news site can enjoy an exclusive offer of £4 for 4 months or over 40% off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion. A digital subscription is the best way to read our news site online, as subscribers
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King Charles to continue as patron for Salisbury Cathedral Trust
King Charles has agreed to remain as the patron of the Salisbury Cathedral Trust. This recent announcement from Buckingham Palace coincided with the first anniversary of His Majesty’s coronation. The Salisbury Cathedral Trust was established
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'No end in sight': Wiltshire man delivers pizza to Ukrainians as war rages on
A MAN delivering hope and pizza to displaced Ukrainians said there is "no end in sight" to the "terrifying" Russian offensive. Tom Hughes is head of fields operations for charity HopeFull and has seen the first-hand impact of Russia's invasion
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Village fete with dozens of activities for the family returning this month
THE Barford St Martin Community Fund committee has announced that Barford’s Village Fete will return later this month. The fete will be held at the Recreation Ground in Duck Lane, Barford St Martin, on Saturday, June 15 from 1pm. The event
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This is how you can earn £22.50 an hour on General Election day in July
Wiltshire Council are looking for staff to support in delivering a successful general election. Three paid roles are available to apply for, to be worked on Thursday, July 4 – the day of the general election. For those working in a polling