Firefighters Help Penguins Stay Cool After Birdland Heatwave SOS Wednesday, August 20, 2025 firefighters penguins birdland heatwave wildlife conservation bourton emergency community cooling During a recent heatwave in Bourton-on-the-Water, Birdland Zoo faced a critical challenge keeping its penguins cool and comfortable. In response to an emergency call, local firefighters quickly stepped in to assist, … Read More
Cotswolds Neighbours Face £70,000 Bill Over Historic Tree Dispute Tuesday, August 19, 2025 cotswolds treedispute historictree churchdiocese propertyrights conservation legalfees community heritage homeowners Richard and Melanie Gray, residents of the picturesque Cotswolds, are embroiled in a costly dispute involving a historic tree on their property. The couple recently received a threatening letter from their local church … Read More
Church Battles Cotswolds Neighbours Over Ancient Tree Tuesday, August 19, 2025 church diocese cotswolds tree heritage environment dispute landmark community preservation In the heart of the Cotswolds, a conflict has erupted between the local church diocese and community members over the fate of an ancient tree. The Diocese has formally requested the removal of the venerable tree, citing … Read More
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Progress at Fire and Rescue Service Eliminates 'Final Cause for Concern' Tuesday, August 19, 2025 equality diversity inclusion firefighters fireandrescue culture progress inclusioninitiatives workplace community The fire and rescue service has made significant strides in improving equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), successfully addressing longstanding concerns that previously hindered its progress. Recent evaluations have … Read More
Back-to-School Traffic Chaos Feared Amid Controversial Two-Week Road Closure Tuesday, August 19, 2025 traffic roadclosure backtoschool residents commute congestion maintenance disruption planning community Concerns are mounting among local residents as a critical road is set to close for two weeks just as schools return, sparking fears of severe traffic congestion. The closure, deemed essential for vital maintenance, has been … Read More
Police Seek Men with Pushchair After £1,000 Worth of Goods Stolen Monday, August 18, 2025 theft police shoplifting suspects investigation crime community security retail public Police are currently searching for two men seen with a pushchair who are wanted in connection with the theft of £1,000 worth of goods from a local store. The incident has raised concerns, and authorities have released images …