UK solar eclipse 2026: When to see it – and how to watch it safely
THE south west is set to be plunged into darkness between 6pm and 8pm on Wednesday evening (August 12) during...
Amber heat alert issued for south west as temperatures set to hit 33C
AN AMBER heat alert has been issued for the south west as temperatures continue to soar this week. The UK...
Rogue mechanic Mark Douglas Lowe jailed after scamming customers across 10 counties
A ROGUE Dorset-based mechanic who scammed customers across the country has been jailed for his conman antics. Dorset Police detectives...
Man jailed after abusing service station staff and trying to drive drunk with a child in the car
A MAN who abused workers at a Wiltshire service station before attempting to drive off drunk - with a child...
Why has Hollywood star Brad Pitt been spotted at Longleat?
VISITORS to Longleat may have been expecting to see some big animals - but have also spotted a big beast...
Permanent head teacher confirmed at village school
A PERMANENT new head teacher has been appointed at Chilmark and Fonthill Bishop School. Following a recruitment process, Polly Hale...
Construction starts on new £50 million military facilities upgrades
CONSTRUCTION has started on new and improved facilities for military personnel in Tidworth and Warminster. The two major infrastructure projects...
Children’s Matinée Ballet at Hatch House promises magical afternoon of dance
FAMILIES are being invited to a magical afternoon of dance in the beautiful surroundings of Hatch House this month. The...
Wiltshire wildlife photography competition starts soon: How to enter
PICTURES showing the 'beauty, diversity and fragility of Wiltshire's natural world' are being accepted in an annual competition. The Wiltshire...
Mere Fire Station saved – but funding doubts remain
MERE Fire Station has been spared closure after Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Authority backed revised proposals that keep...
