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Youngster wins chance to sing with symphony orchestra
A nine-year-old has been picked to sing as a soloist alongside the Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra (BSO). Logan Broom, from Ringwood, is one of three children who were selected to perform with the professional orchestra at the Lighthouse in Poole
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Kate Edgar Choirs to be joined by USA choir in 'festive' concert this Christmas
Choirs from across the city will be joined by a choir from the USA in a festive concert this Christmas. On Monday, December 9, Kate Edgar Choirs in Salisbury will welcome back Alexander L’Estrange to conduct his festive choral work: Wassail! Carols
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Salisbury's take on the government's disposable vape ban
THE GOVERNMENT has confirmed plans to ban disposable vapes by June 2025 and Salisbury's citizens are supportive. Sir Keir Starmer's government has confirmed it will ban disposable vapes after fresh legislation was introduced on Wednesday. Leader
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£500k project to stop disused church falling into disrepair set for next steps
A CHURCH that has been underused for several years could be restored – and locals can learn about recent progress at an upcoming village meeting. The Wilton Sunrise Project is aiming to transform St Peter’s Church, Fugglestone, into a joint place
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High Sheriff scores penalty as she visits busy walking football club
THE High Sheriff of Wiltshire scored a “fine penalty” when she paid a visit to a Salisbury Walking Football Club session on Wilton Road. Dr Olivia Chapple was met by club president Jeff Maund, 76, who plays walking football three times a week and
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Owners of campsite near Stonehenge fined for ‘multiple offences’
THE owners of the Stonehenge Campsite & Glamping site in Winterbourne Stoke have been fined after committing “multiple offences” including a safety breach. Licence holders William and Susan Grant were sentenced at Salisbury Magistrates' Court on
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Young family ‘traumatised’ after attempted child kidnapper entered their home
A MAN has been jailed for attempting to kidnap a two-year-old boy in Amesbury, leaving a young family “traumatised”. Reece Jolliffe, 28, pleaded guilty to attempted kidnap and was sentenced to two years' imprisonment at Salisbury Crown Court on
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Flood warnings issued for area of Dorset following recent rainfall
A FLOOD warning has been issued after recent rainfall in the Dorset area. The Environment Agency has issued a warning for possible flooding of roads and low-lying land due to heavy rain caused by Storm Ashley. The west of Dorset has been issued
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Construction of almost 200 homes confirmed for Wiltshire town
Controversial plans for almost 200 homes in Ludgershall have been approved by Wiltshire Council. The application proposed the construction of 190 homes on land at Empress Way, adjacent to another development by the same applicant, Foreman Homes
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Sky and NOW launch brand new TV channel for dogs this Bonfire Night
Sky and NOW have teamed up with Dogs Trust to launch a new TV channel for dogs ahead of Bonfire Night. The new channel is designed to help our pets stay calm during the potentially stressful period that is fireworks night. The channel will
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Wiltshire Council is recruiting more foster carers including emergency foster carers
There are situations that arise unexpectedly which mean young people need emergency care and support at short notice. Foster carers under this scheme provide temporary emergency care to any child or young person needing a safe place to stay until a
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Winners encourage owners to enter annual Business Excellence Awards at launch
FORMER winners of the Salisbury Business Excellence Awards have spoken about their success to encourage others to put their names forward ahead of the 2025 ceremony. The awards were officially launched by the Salisbury & District Chamber of Commerce
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It is time to vote for your favourite cafe to be named the best of 2024
The Salisbury Journal Cafe of the Year 2024 shortlist has been revealed. Whether you pop in for a quick coffee, or spend hours putting the world to right with friends, nothing can beat your favourite cafe. Over the last few weeks, we asked
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22-year-old to don boxing gloves for first time in memory of ‘beloved’ cousin
A RINGWOOD man is preparing to step into the boxing ring for the first time in memory of his “beloved” cousin, who died earlier this year. Harry Edwards, 22, hopes his bout will raise money and awareness for Lives Not Knives, a charity that works
