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Latest figures show more than 280 Wiltshire households have been matched with Ukrainian refugees as people fleeing the war-torn country start arriving in the county.

The Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre has been awarded £10,000 to showcase the history of gardening through archives, activities and events, and promote its positive impact on physical and mental wellbeing.

Young people from across Wiltshire came together on Friday (8 April) for a special Star Awards ceremony.

A brand-new climbing centre has opened in Chippenham, built by Chippenham Borough Lands Charity (CBLC) and run by The Climbing Academy (TCA), with funding from Wiltshire Council and Sports England.

As the government's COVID grant support schemes come to an end, Wiltshire Council has paid £183m to businesses in the county to help them through the pandemic.

Wiltshire Council has confirmed that the NHS has signed a six-month extension to its lease of City Hall, which will see them continue to use the venue until the end of September 2022.

Wiltshire Council's Salisbury Area Board and Salisbury City Council are working in partnership on a new project to tackle loneliness and improve the wellbeing of residents.

Five of Wiltshire Council's area boards are working together with a local charity to support and improve engagement with young people, particularly those who might feel isolated due to living in a rural area.

Wiltshire residents are invited to share their thoughts and memories of His Royal Highness Prince Philip, The Duke of Edinburgh in a special online book of condolence.

Wiltshire Council has launched a new digital directory to help business owners and managers as they make decisions about the future of their business.