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Friday, April 17, 2026 parkinsons cycling challenge fundraising awareness us endurance support health community

Jonathan White, a Cheltenham resident diagnosed with Parkinson’s three years ago, is undertaking an extraordinary cycling journey spanning over 3,300km across the United States. His mission: to raise funds for Parkinson’s UK … Read More

Friday, April 17, 2026 parkinsons cycling charity fundraising awareness challenge health disability community endurance

Jonathan White, a resident of Cheltenham diagnosed with Parkinson’s three years ago, is embarking on an extraordinary 3,300km cycling journey across the United States. His goal is to raise funds and awareness for Parkinson’s … Read More

Friday, April 17, 2026 gloucester café-bar opening community food restaurants hospitality king’ssquare loungers regeneration

Gloucester is buzzing with excitement as the eagerly awaited opening date for Coro Lounge, a new city centre café-bar, has been announced. The West Country-based Loungers group will unveil Coro Lounge in King’s Square on May … Read More

Friday, April 17, 2026 gloucester café bar opening community regeneration loungers coro king’ssquare hospitality

Gloucester is abuzz with excitement as the much-anticipated opening date for Coro Lounge, a new city centre café-bar, has been announced. The West Country-based group Loungers will officially open Coro Lounge on May 7 in … Read More

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 forestofdean unesco biosphere council consultation freemining environment heritage community conservation

Frustration is mounting in the Forest of Dean as a council meeting intended to discuss the area’s bid for UNESCO biosphere reserve status was abruptly cancelled. Opposition councillors had sought to debate the motion, … Read More

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 stroud fivevalleys redevelopment joannalumley vintage independent retail leisure community shoppingcenter

Stroud’s beloved shopping destination is set for a grand reopening next week, celebrating a remarkable £31 million transformation. The iconic actress and presenter, Dame Joanna Lumley, will grace the town with her presence to … Read More

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 joannalumley stroud fivevalleys redevelopment vintage shopping independent community retail leisure

Stroud’s beloved Five Valleys Shopping Centre is set to reopen next week following an extensive £31 million redevelopment, with iconic actress and presenter Dame Joanna Lumley scheduled to officiate the grand opening. Since … Read More

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 lightpollution malvernhills glynchbrook darksky development environment wildlife planning sustainability community

A proposed new town of 3,500 homes in the Forest of Dean, dubbed Glynchbrook, has sparked fierce opposition from conservationists and residents alike. Set to be built between the M50 and A417 near the Malvern Hills, the … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 badminton retail community rural localbusiness highstreet reopening produce village support sport

Badminton Stores has made a triumphant return to Badminton High Street, restoring a cherished community fixture that had long been missed. The shop’s official reopening on Friday was celebrated with great enthusiasm by the … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 badminton community village store rural local business shopping estate tradition sport

Badminton Stores has triumphantly reopened on Badminton High Street, restoring a cherished part of the village’s heart and daily life. The official launch, held last Friday, was graced by the Duke and Duchess of Beaufort … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 stratfordparklido stroud lido outdoorswimming community costs maintenance funding council recreation

Stratford Park Lido, a cherished outdoor swimming facility in Stroud, faces an uncertain future as operational costs continue to climb. Over recent years, the expenses required to maintain and run the lido have steadily … Read More

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 stratfordparklido stroud swimmingpool openair community costs maintenance recreation funding decision-making

Stratford Park Lido, a cherished open-air swimming pool in Stroud, is confronting a challenging future amid escalating operational and maintenance costs. Over recent years, expenses have steadily increased, leading to tough … Read More

Monday, April 13, 2026 stroud lido stratfordpark swimming council repairs investment wellness community accessibility

The future of Stroud’s beloved open-air Stratford Park Lido is at a critical juncture as the council prepares to discuss essential repair and investment strategies. Due to significant health and safety concerns, the lido … Read More

Monday, April 13, 2026 stroud lido pool stratford reopening repairs funding council wellness community

Stroud’s beloved open-air swimming pool, Stratford Park Lido, faces an uncertain future as the council prepares to discuss critical options in upcoming meetings. Due to serious health and safety concerns, the lido is unlikely … Read More

Monday, April 13, 2026 cirencester pub community planning conservation cotswold heritage opposition localgovernment preservation

A wave of relief and applause filled the public gallery as Cotswold District Council rejected plans to convert the beloved Twelve Bells pub in Lewis Lane into a residential home with an accompanying bed and breakfast. The … Read More

Monday, April 13, 2026 cirencester twelvebells pubclosure community planning opposition historic cotswold conservation b&b

A wave of cheers filled the public gallery as Cotswold District Council rejected plans to convert a cherished Cirencester pub into residential accommodation with a bed and breakfast outbuilding. The Twelve Bells, located on … Read More

Sunday, April 12, 2026 funeral obituary gloucestershire memorial tribute remembrance death grieving community condolence

Announcing the passing of loved ones in local media is a time-honored tradition, and we are honored to be entrusted with sharing these important messages. Each funeral notice published in our newspaper and online also appears … Read More

Sunday, April 12, 2026 funerals gloucestershire obituary memorial tribute bereavement remembrance condolence mourning community

Announcing the passing of loved ones in local media is a time-honoured tradition, and we are honoured to be entrusted with making these important announcements. Every funeral notice published in our newspaper and on our … Read More

Saturday, April 11, 2026 highgrove tetbury cotswolds development conservation housing planning environment community royal

The peace and natural beauty surrounding King Charles III’s family residence at Highgrove House in the Cotswolds face potential disruption amid plans to construct 135 new homes on adjacent green fields. Developer Miller Homes … Read More

Saturday, April 11, 2026 highgrove tetbury cotswolds development conservation housing planning millerhomes community greenfield

The serenity surrounding King Charles III’s family home at Highgrove House in the Cotswolds faces a significant threat as Miller Homes proposes to construct a 135-home estate on greenfield land just yards from the private … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 stroud brewery cancellation pornography controversy community inclusivity event politics discussion

Stroud Brewery and Taproom in Gloucestershire has announced the cancellation of a scheduled event titled “Porn: Positive or Problematic?” following concerns raised by members of the community. The event, organized … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 stroud brewery cancellation pornography controversy community inclusion book discussion event

Stroud Brewery and Taproom in Gloucestershire have cancelled a planned event titled “Porn: Positive or Problematic?” following concerns raised by community members. The event, organized by local group GlosWomen, … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 stroud brewery cancellation pornography controversy community inclusion event gloswomen discussion

Stroud Brewery and Taproom in Gloucestershire has announced the cancellation of a planned event titled “Porn: Positive or Problematic?” after becoming aware of concerns from the community. The event, organized by … Read More

Friday, April 10, 2026 dilke forestofdean education autism disabilities therapeutic community college wellbeing heritage

The historic Dilke Memorial Hospital in the Forest of Dean is embarking on a new chapter as it transforms into a dedicated college for young people with complex needs. Following its closure in 2024 and subsequent sale on … Read More