Friday, October 17, 2025 thomas awdry blueplaque stroud gloucestershire literature anniversary children'sbooks thomasandfriends heritage

A blue plaque has been unveiled at 30 Rodborough Avenue in Stroud, Gloucestershire, the former home of Reverend W. Awdry, the beloved creator of Thomas The Tank Engine. This ceremony commemorates the 80th anniversary of the … Read More

Friday, October 17, 2025 m5 traffic delays congestion cribbscauseway southbound incident weekend getaway roadway

As the weekend getaway kicked off, the M5 motorway experienced significant traffic disruptions after a vehicle veered off the carriageway. The incident occurred on the southbound side, causing severe delays and congestion … Read More

Friday, October 17, 2025 cheltenham gasleak roadclosure a46 a40 m5 traffic emergency safety transport

A significant gas leak has led to the closure of a crucial road near Cheltenham, which serves as a connector between the A46 and the A40. This route, running parallel to the M5 motorway, is a vital link for local and through … Read More

Friday, October 17, 2025 gloucester cctv balaclava gang crime investigation security surveillance police discovery

In Gloucester, a recent CCTV capture of a group of men wearing balaclavas has led to an unexpected discovery. The footage showed the masked individuals loading bags into a vehicle, drawing the attention of local authorities … Read More

Friday, October 17, 2025 cheltenham smokehouse fusion american mexican barbecue speakeasy bar restaurant food

A fresh culinary hotspot has opened its doors in Cheltenham, taking over the space formerly occupied by the Mayflower restaurant. This exciting new smokehouse offers an innovative fusion of American and Mexican flavors, … Read More

Friday, October 17, 2025 gloucestercity dafwilliams keiranthomas danielleadbitter injuries promotion pooletown football northernpremierleague matchpreview sport

Gloucester City manager Daf Williams has revealed worries about the fitness of key players Keiran Thomas and Daniel Leadbitter ahead of Saturday’s pivotal promotion clash against Poole Town. The second-placed squad will … Read More