Historic Forest of Dean Town Faces Steep Decline, but Locals Hope for Revival Saturday, May 2, 2026 cinderford forestofdean highstreet decline revitalization heritage community business independentshops localeconomy Cinderford, one of the four principal market towns in the Forest of Dean, is a place of contrasts. While its surrounding natural beauty flourishes, the town centre itself presents a starkly different picture. Situated just a … Read More
Historic Forest of Dean Town Cinderford Faces Steep Decline but Locals Cling to Hope Saturday, May 2, 2026 cinderford forestofdean highstreet decline regeneration community independentshops history localbusiness revitalization Cinderford, nestled in the heart of the Forest of Dean, is a town of contrasts. Just a short walk from its center, the natural beauty of the surrounding woodlands and panoramic views across the Cotswolds highlight the area’s … Read More
Bereaved Stroud Mum Fundraises for Mental Health Bench in Memory of Son Friday, May 1, 2026 adhd mentalhealth suicideprevention fundraising support neurodivergence awareness gloucestershire community hope Jane Roberts, a grieving mother from Stroud, has launched a heartfelt campaign to fund a mental health bench in memory of her son, Ben Brimley, who sadly took his own life. Ben was diagnosed with ADHD at 17—more than a decade … Read More
'Young People Just Want an Opportunity': Grant Boost Supports Gloucester City AFC’s Work in Deprived Communities Thursday, April 30, 2026 gloucester football community youth sports grant nonleague development opportunity inclusion sport Gloucester City AFC is making significant strides in providing football opportunities for young children in deprived communities, thanks to a generous grant from the Trident Community Foundation (TCF). As promotion contenders … Read More
'Young People Just Want an Opportunity': Grant Boost Fuels Gloucester City AFC’s Community Football Expansion Thursday, April 30, 2026 gloucester football community youth opportunity nonleague sport grant inclusion volunteering Gloucester City AFC is harnessing a recent community grant to broaden access to football for children in underserved communities. The club, competing in the Pitching In Southern League Premier South, is among the latest to … Read More
Sexual assault in Henley: Girl, 16, attacked while walking home from school Thursday, April 30, 2026 henley assault crime police safety victim investigation community teenager thamesvalley A 16-year-old girl was sexually assaulted while walking home from school in Henley-on-Thames, police have confirmed. The incident occurred in broad daylight, prompting a significant investigation by local authorities. … Read More