Local news from Calne and the surrounding area
Great news for our town centre! After a successful trial, Wiltshire Council has confirmed that the one-way system on Calne High Street is here to stay. This change aims to improve traffic flow, and we'd love to hear your thoughts on how it's working for you!
Great news for Calne! That temporary one-way system on our beloved High Street is set to become a permanent fixture. It's all part of a plan to improve traffic flow and make our town centre even better for everyone.
We've got some news from right here in Calne! A 76-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a number of fires that have been happening in our town.
Great news for our town! It looks like the community has rallied together, with over 1,400 of us signing a petition to keep our beloved Calne Post Office open. This shows just how much our local services mean to everyone here.
Exciting news for our local transport links! There's a discussion about the Chippenham to Calne branch, and it sounds like it could really benefit our community. We'll be keeping a close eye on developments!
Good news for Calne residents! The Environment Agency is holding a community drop-in session right here in town to discuss those pesky odours we've all been noticing. It's a great chance to share your concerns and get answers directly.
Oh dear, Calne residents near the Hills Waste Lower Compton site are being advised to contact their GP if they're feeling unwell due to a persistent "stink". It sounds like a rather unpleasant situation for those living close by, and we hope it's resolved quickly for everyone's peace of mind.
Oh, what devastating news for a Calne resident. Our hearts go out to them following the tragic loss of their beloved cat. It's truly upsetting to hear about this incident involving two dogs.
Great news for Calne commuters! Our town is the first to benefit from Wiltshire Council's exciting new bus stop upgrade programme, with the first modern stops now installed right here. This is a fantastic step forward for local travel and accessibility in Calne!
Great news for Calne residents! We've got the latest on our local air quality, giving you a clear picture of what you're breathing right here in our lovely town. Let's see how we're doing!
Good news for Calne residents! We've got the latest on our local air quality, so you can breathe easy knowing exactly what's happening right here in our town.
Emergency services were called out to a significant incident just outside of Calne yesterday, where firefighters battled a blaze involving a large quantity of waste. Thankfully, crews managed to get the situation under control, preventing it from spreading further.
Hip hip hooray! It's a very special birthday happening right here in Calne this weekend. Our fantastic Calne Junior parkrun is celebrating its 4th anniversary, and it's a wonderful milestone for our local community.
Our lovely St Mary's Church is holding a special Eucharist service for Trinity Sunday on 31st May 2026. It's a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate. We hope to see many familiar faces there!
Brilliant news for our local walking football scene! Calne Town have brought home the trophy from an international competition – a fantastic achievement for our community's sports stars. We're incredibly proud of their success on the global stage!
Well, Calne residents, it seems our noses have been put to the test recently! We've heard reports of an unusual "eggy" smell around town, and it looks like the source has been pinpointed. Drones are now being used to help tackle the issue, which has been traced to a nearby landfill site.
Our Calne community can finally breathe a sigh of relief as efforts are underway to pinpoint the source of that persistent smell! Drones have been buzzing over the local landfill site, a welcome step towards a fresher atmosphere for us all. We'll be keeping a close eye on this developing story!
Oh dear, a bit of drama unfolded in our town yesterday afternoon! We're hearing reports of a car crashing into a supermarket here in Calne, and sadly, two people were injured in the incident. We'll be keeping an eye on this and bringing you any updates as we get them.
Oh dear, residents will be relieved to hear that only two people were injured after a car collided with our very own Asda supermarket on Saturday. We're sending our best wishes for a speedy recovery to those involved after this rather dramatic incident.
Oh dear, Calne residents, it sounds like things have been truly unpleasant lately with a "rotten egg" smell causing quite a stir and even making some folks feel poorly. We're digging into what's behind this unusual and frankly unacceptable odour that's been plaguing our town.
