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Simple Ways to Identify What’s Slowing Your Business Down
Inefficiencies in the office aren’t always obvious. Sure, some will stand out for a mile, but others can go by completely unnoticed or are easy to ignore in the bigger […] The post Simple Ways to Identify What’s Slowing Your Business Down appeared first on New Valley News....
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Police searching for man following 'suspicious incident' at Salisbury leisure centre
The incident took place on Tuesday, December 30, at Five Rivers Leisure Centre in Salisbury.
Government says cutting school to four days a week could have 'damaging impact'
The government has said it "has no plans to reduce the school week to four days" in a response to a petition signed by more than 126,000 people.
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Amanda Holden reveals one reason why she won't take part in Celebrity Traitors
Britain’s Got Talent (BGT) judge Amanda Holden has said she couldn't participate in the BBC's Celebrity Traitors - here's why.
Royal Mint shares new 50p coin in ‘fitting tribute’ to mark significant anniversary
The Royal Mint has announced a new 50p coin celebrating Concorde to mark 50 years since the aircraft’s first commercial flight
'We hope that 2026 will enable us to reach more older people'
Much appreciation goes to the many volunteers across the city who organised events and Christmas dinners for people living alone.
Building work underway for new community shop, post office and café
The majority of funds to pay for the work have been raised from the residents of Pitton, Firsdown, Farley and East Grimstead via a community share scheme.
Air ambulance called more than 80 times in and around Salisbury last year
Missions included major road traffic collisions, serious medical emergencies and incidents in remote or hard-to-reach locations.
Aircraft engineer acquitted of alleged rape he called ‘completely fictitious’
An Army aircraft engineer has been acquitted of rape following a trial at Salisbury Crown Court
Council praised for its work tackling potholes and maintaining roads
Wiltshire Council’s green rating places it among the best-performing authorities in England.
Wiltshire Councillors vote against giving away St Stephen’s Car Park
On January 7 Wiltshire Councillors voted against the deal proposed by the Lib Dem Administration to give away the St Stephen’s Car Park in Trowbridge along with £2.5m of taxpayers’ […] The post Wiltshire Councillors vote against giving away St Stephen’s Car Park appeared first on New Valley...
Managing Autism As A Family: Five Things You Should Know
If one of your children has recently been diagnosed with autism, it can feel bewildering, both for them and you. As a parent, you always want to do the absolute […] The post Managing Autism As A Family: Five Things You Should Know appeared first on New Valley News....
Driver waits in dark for two hours as another A303 pothole bursts 10 car tyres
Another pothole on the A303 has damaged 10 cars by bursting their tyres, leaving a man stranded for two hours before recovery.
RECAP: City councillors meet at Guildhall to decide spending and budget plans
Salisbury City Council will meet at the Guildhall tonight (Monday, January 12) to debate and confirm its 2026/27 budget and medium-term financial plan
Teenager missing from Trowbridge area has been found safe, police say
Missing teenager Brooke, from the Trowbridge area, has been found, police say
College principal to retire after more than a decade of service
Professor Woodward guided the college through the Covid-19 pandemic and built strong partnerships.
Annual New Year's Day walk well attended on sunny, frosty morning
Taking place on Thursday, January 1, participants were offered the option of a long or short walk.
Sir Desmond Swayne: One cannot but admire the sheer efficiency of the US forces
Brigitte Bardot’s funeral last week prompted fond memories.
British soldiers impress at European NATO sniper competition
With 35+ NATO teams on the line, the event demanded skill, endurance, and absolute precision.
Whistleblower at Porton Down claims shake-up is harming science and security
According to the national newspaper The Guardian, a senior whistleblower has revealed that vital research has been disrupted at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) in Porton Down, near Salisbury.