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Thursday, April 30, 2026 longhope parishcouncil noconfidence village gloucestershire community localgovernment dispute election residents

A major dispute within the Longhope Parish Council in Gloucestershire is being dismissed by some villagers as “just silly” as the community prepares for a no-confidence vote against the council’s three remaining … Read More

Thursday, April 30, 2026 stroud lido swimming localgovernment gloucestershire council budget reorganisation sustainability community

Concerns are growing that Stroud’s outdoor lido may face closure by a future unitary council unless a comprehensive upgrade is agreed upon prior to the upcoming local government reorganisation. Stroud District Council … Read More

Thursday, April 30, 2026 stroud lido stratfordpark upgrade localgovernment reorganisation councilfinance community sustainability closure

There are growing concerns over the long-term future of Stroud’s outdoor pool, Stratford Park lido, amid plans for local government reorganisation in Gloucestershire. If a significant upgrade is not secured before the … Read More

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 byelection cheltenham council localpolitics candidates gloucestershire community campaigns services voting

Next week, voters in Cheltenham will cast their ballots in a by-election to elect a new county councillor for the St Mark’s and St Peter’s division. The election, scheduled for May 7, was called after the resignation of … Read More

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 gloucester park indecency arrest ban publicsafety lawenforcement community crime exposure

A man has been banned from Gloucester Park after an incident involving public indecency. Earlier this week, he was arrested for exposing himself in a public area, prompting swift action from local law enforcement. The ban …

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 williamearle heartattack gloucestershire funeralfundraiser agriculturalengineer hgvdriver community tribute suddendeath family

The family of William “Bill” Earle, a beloved Gloucestershire man known for his vibrant personality and quick wit, has paid tribute following his sudden passing from a heart attack at the age of 56. Bill, affectionately … Read More