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Kubilay Bostanli given Hospital order after attempted murder in busy Devizes street
Kubilay Bostanli has been sent to a psychiatric unit and given an indefinite restraining order He was sentenced at Winchester Crown Court on Friday (25/04) after being found guilty by […] The post Kubilay Bostanli given Hospital order after attempted murder in busy Devizes street appeared first on...

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5 Ways to Stay Accountable to Your Fitness Goals
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Salisbury Guildhall will host 'funnier than ever' comedy night
This summer, the organisers have decided to swap the music for comedy, promising a night that is "funnier than ever".
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Fireplace company still open for business after sister cookware shop shuts
Dinghams Direct, a family business specialising in fireplaces, is still open for business after the closure of its sister cookware shop in Salisbury city centre
Amesbury Scouts race in homemade karts in this week 50 years ago
Crowds lined the streets to watch Amesbury Scouts race each other in home-made karts in this week 50 years ago
Woman with cancer to walk 10k to support hospital charity
The walk is her way of saying thank you for the care she has received at Salisbury Hospital's Pembroke Cancer Unit.
'Considerable' parts of Hangar intact after destructive fire at Old Sarum Airfield
Fire broke out at Old Sarum Airfield on April 17, and airfield director Grenville Hodge described his upset at the huge blaze which destroyed Hangar 3. It came one week after he gained planning permission to build 315 homes and commercial and leisure facilities on the site just seven days prior.
GoSkydive 'thrilled' to be back open after horror fire at historic airfield
GoSkydive in Old Sarum made a triumphant return on Sunday, April 27 following the horrifying fire that destroyed the historic Grade II* Listed, Second World War Hangar 3 building, Hangar 3 Café and GoSkydive earlier this month.
Trans woman speaks out about life in Salisbury after Supreme Court ruling
A 24-year-old trans woman called Sarah grew up, lives and works in Salisbury. Following the ruling, she says she is 'scared and confused' about what this means for her.
Network Rail workers painting railway to keep trains running in hot weather
Rails in direct sunlight can be up to 20°C hotter than the air temperature during a heatwave.
Ofsted praises eco-conscious nursery for high-quality education and care
Inspectors were impressed by the nursery's Montessori method and its commitment to sustainability.
First maintenance visit of the year for giant chalk 'Map of Australia'
Over the decades, it has experienced periods of decline and restoration, disappearing from view in the early 2000s due to lack of maintenance.
New initiative aims to support women in public life facing gender abuse
The scheme has been introduced to women standing in the upcoming council elections across the county.
Salisbury Hyundai showroom set to move to Old Sarum after £400k investment
A former Land Rover showroom will reopen as a Hyundai dealership later this month after a £400,000 investment
Conservatives pledge to ‘keep Wiltshire in safe hands’ on campaign trail
‘Keep Wiltshire in safe hands’: that is the message the Conservatives want to convey in the run-up to the county vote on May 1
PICTURES: Fire service creates mock emergency at Cathedral to 'improve response'
On Thursday, April 24, Dorset & Wiltshire Fire Service ran a training exercise at the West side of the Cathedral.
Heatwave forecast for Salisbury with temperatures reaching 25C this week
The weather will warm up gradually from Monday, April 28, where temperatures will reach a high of 21C, with very good visibility all day. Tuesday will be similar, reaching highs of 22C.
When does Japanese Knotweed flower in the UK and what to do if you find some
Japanese Knotweed is an invasive plant that can cause havoc on our homes and gardens. Here's all to know about it and how to get remove it.
PDSA warns all dog owners to 'always' check their pets for dangerous grass seeds
Grass seeds can cause lots of problems for dogs - here's the symptoms to look out for, how to prevent them getting stuck and the treatment available.
What are the rules for sunbathing naked in your own garden? What the law says
The UK is set to get a taste of summer in a matter of days with a “mini heatwave” on the way as temperatures reach 27C degrees