Spate of Crimes Reported in Gloucestershire Including Water Spraying Incidents and Burglaries Sunday, May 4, 2025 gloucestershire crimes water spraying burglaries theft damage community patrols police incidents Gloucestershire is experiencing a string of unusual and concerning criminal activities, ranging from water spraying incidents to thefts and burglaries. The local police are increasing patrols and urging the community to come … Read More
Abandoned 'Ghost' Estate in the West Country Stands Empty Amid Lingering Planning Dispute Saturday, May 3, 2025 west country ghost estate deserted planning row controversy housing development abandoned boarded up community unresolved conflict A once-promising housing development in the West Country has become an eerie symbol of a lengthy planning dispute. The estate, which was granted planning permission back in 2018, remains deserted and sealed off, cast in the … Read More
Balcarras School in Cheltenham Receives Outstanding Ofsted Rating Friday, May 2, 2025 cheltenham outstanding ofsted academic pastoral community student pupils curriculum teaching Balcarras School in Charlton Kings, Cheltenham, has recently achieved an outstanding Ofsted rating in all categories following a comprehensive graded inspection. The school, which is part of The Balcarras Trust and hosts … Read More
New Gloucester Community and Sports Hub Opens in Podsmead Thursday, May 1, 2025 gloucester community sports hub podsmead health well-being youth inclusivity leisure The long-anticipated Blackbridge Community and Sports Hub has officially opened, bringing a much-needed facility for health and well-being to Podsmead and the surrounding areas in Gloucester. This new addition has been … Read More
Cavendish House Redevelopment Progress Stalled, Frustrating Cheltenham Community Thursday, May 1, 2025 cavendish house cheltenham redevelopment community transparency progress pre-application civic society canada life commitment The Cheltenham community is disheartened by the lack of advancement in the plans to redevelop Cavendish House, the town’s oldest department store. After the closure of the house of Fraser branch at the site in April … Read More
Warning for Car Owners: Recent Spike in Break-Ins and Thefts Wednesday, April 30, 2025 warning car owners break-ins thefts gloucestershire theft police community safety vigilance Gloucestershire residents are being cautioned about a recent increase in vehicle break-ins and thefts. Over the past week, there have been numerous incidents reported, including thefts from cars and vans. The Gloucestershire … Read More