Melksham25 Jun 2026Rapist described as 'monster' given 20 yearsAlan Styles, 44, is found guilty of seven counts of sexual assault and one count of rape at Winchester Crown Court.25 Jun 202624 Jun 2026Man guilty of 'horrendous' hammer attackNathan Scholey, 32, is found guilty of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent.24 Jun 202620 Jun 2026Music festival to go ahead despite planning refusalWiltshire Throwback Festival is hosting performers including Professor Green this year. 20 Jun 202617 Jun 2026Under-16s social media ban: What parents need to knowThe Government says it is to ban under 16s from using certain social media platforms by Spring 202717 Jun 20269 Jun 2026Pub group invite Prince William to pull first pintVillagers are trying to raise £395,000 to buy their local pub and reopen it.9 Jun 20262 Jun 2026Plans for 275 homes on edge of market townThe proposals include affordable homes and green space, such as allotments and two play areas.2 Jun 202629 May 2026'Golf ball-sized' hailstones damage roofs and carsResidents in Melksham and the surrounding areas are counting the cost after a sudden "rare" hailstorm.29 May 202627 May 2026Woman died after horse got 'spooked' by motorbikeJayne Hunt, 55, from Melksham, died of multiple traumatic injuries after her horse became distressed.27 May 202627 May 2026Why pubs are offering their toilets for freeThe idea was first mooted in response to people's concerns about facilities in the town.27 May 2026...