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Friday, January 16, 2026 montydon gardening rhine bbc plants community horticulture culture switzerland germany

Monty Don, beloved presenter of Gardeners' World, has embarked on an inspiring exploration beyond traditional horticulture. At 70, the gardening luminary traveled from the Swiss Alps to the North Sea, following the Rhine … Read More

Friday, January 16, 2026 cheltenham cavendishhouse redevelopment popup traders housing regeneration community council business

The announcement that traders must vacate Cavendish House by January 31 has sparked concern among Cheltenham residents and local leaders alike. The iconic former House of Fraser building on the Promenade reopened in May 2024, … Read More

Thursday, January 15, 2026 glynchbrook development gloucestershire housing transport environment planning floodrisk agriculture community

A proposed new town comprising 3,000 homes near the A417 in Gloucestershire has sparked significant opposition from local residents. A 160-member campaign group, the Lowbands and Redmarley Protection Group, has been formed to … Read More

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 housing development gloucestershire coleford affordablehousing planning council construction realestate community

Plans to build 140 new homes on over 18 acres at Poolway Farm, off Gloucester Road in the Gloucestershire market town of Coleford, are set to be reconsidered by the Forest of Dean District Council next week. Freeman Homes … Read More

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 vandalism graffiti newent forestofdean crime community restoration police antisocial investigation

The town of Newent, located in the Forest of Dean, has recently experienced a surge in vandalism and graffiti that has resulted in thousands of pounds worth of damage to public buildings, walls, and street furniture. Local … Read More

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 fire chalford tragedy stroud gloucestershire investigation emergency safety evacuation community

Tragedy struck the Chalford community near Stroud when a house fire claimed the life of a man on Monday night, January 12. Emergency services were alerted at around 10:20 pm to a blaze on Cirencester Road. Firefighters and … Read More

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 warehouse sunlight construction community property devaluation residents overshadowing development consultation

Recent images have surfaced showing a massive warehouse that residents say is overshadowing their homes and blocking natural sunlight. Locals express frustration, noting that they were not consulted during the construction …

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 warehouse construction sunlight homes residents property shadow community planning outrage

Newly released images of a colossal warehouse have sparked outrage among local residents who claim the structure is a “monstrosity” that blocks sunlight from their homes. The warehouse, built without prior … Read More

Monday, January 12, 2026 tewkesbury flooding riverlevels emergency weatheralert environmentagency safety evacuation rainfall community

Tewkesbury is once again on high alert as river levels continue to rise, with the peak expected on Tuesday. Residents should prepare for potential flooding and stay informed through official channels. Authorities have issued … Read More

Monday, January 12, 2026 prinknash abbey monastery housing development gloucester preservation redevelopment planning community

Prinknash Abbey, a former Benedictine monastery near Gloucester, is poised for a dramatic transformation into a residential complex as part of a £20 million redevelopment project. Situated between Brockworth and Painswick … Read More

Monday, January 12, 2026 inquest fire tragedy gloucestershire family police community investigation boxingday coroner

An inquest will commence following the heartbreaking deaths of a mother and her two children in a devastating house fire on Boxing Day in Brimscombe, Gloucestershire. Fionnghuala Shearman, 38, affectionately known as Nu, and … Read More

Monday, January 12, 2026 inquest fire tragedy gloucestershire stroud shearman investigation community police coroner

An inquest is scheduled to commence following the tragic deaths of a woman and her two children in a devastating house fire on Boxing Day in Brimscombe, Gloucestershire. Fionnghuala Shearman, 38, affectionately known as Nu, … Read More

Sunday, January 11, 2026 obituaries memorials gloucestershire funeral tributes remembrance mourning community condolences charity

The announcement of a loved one’s passing through local news media is a time-honored tradition, and we are honored to be entrusted with sharing these important notices. Every death notice published in our newspaper and on our … Read More

Saturday, January 10, 2026 brockweir forestofdean pubrestoration fundraising community pensioners jillycooper calendar charity heritage

A spirited group of pensioners from the Forest of Dean have combined creativity and community spirit to save their last remaining village pub by producing a Jilly Cooper-inspired calendar. Their lighthearted project has not … Read More

Thursday, January 8, 2026 stroud fire tragedy investigation shearman inquest community support emergency gloucestershire

Investigations by Gloucestershire Police and Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service into the Boxing Day fire in Brimscombe have now concluded. The tragic blaze, which occurred in the early hours of December 26 around 3am, … Read More

Thursday, January 8, 2026 boxingday fire tragedy minchinhampton community memorial compassion school bereavement support

The headteacher of Minchinhampton Church of England Primary Academy has paid a heartfelt tribute to two young pupils, Eve and Ohner Shearman, who tragically died in a Boxing Day house fire in Brimscombe near Stroud. The … Read More

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 gloucester restoration heritage pinfactory historicengland community architecture conservation industrial preservation

The restoration of Gloucester’s former pin factory, a Grade II listed building with roots dating back to the early 1800s, has finally commenced in 2026. This long-awaited project follows the building’s selection for funding … Read More

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 restoration heritage gloucester pinfactory historicengland architecture community preservation industrial conservation

In a significant step towards preserving Gloucester’s industrial heritage, restoration work has commenced on a former pin factory originally converted from a barn in the early 1800s. This Grade II listed building has been … Read More

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 chalford parking fraud harassment gloucestershire police penalty carpark legislation community

Gloucestershire Constabulary and Chalford Parish Council are addressing a troubling issue in the village of Chalford, where fake parking notices are being placed on a vehicle parked in the Silver Street Car Park. The vehicle … Read More

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 school gloucestershire closure electrical berkeleyprimary health safety reopening parents community

Berkeley Primary School in Gloucestershire temporarily closed its doors on Tuesday, January 6, due to an electrical fault that left the building without heating or electricity, raising health and safety concerns. Pupils were … Read More

Monday, January 5, 2026 fundraiser tragedy fire stroud gloucestershire community loss memorial charity support

Tom Shearman, an officer with Gloucestershire Constabulary, has been overwhelmed by the incredible support following the tragic loss of his wife, two children, and beloved dog in a devastating Boxing Day house fire near … Read More

Sunday, January 4, 2026 obituaries funerals gloucestershire memorials tributes deathnotices remembrance condolences funeralservices community

Sharing the news of a loved one’s passing in local media is a long-standing tradition. We are honoured to be entrusted with these important announcements. Every notice published in our newspaper and on our news site also … Read More

Saturday, January 3, 2026 cheltenham pub thetavern closure community local food drinks restaurant refurbishment

The Tavern, a well-loved pub in Cheltenham, has closed its doors, much to the dismay of its loyal customers. New management, which had taken the helm in December 2024, announced just days ago a planned refurbishment, only to … Read More

Saturday, January 3, 2026 cheltenham pub closure thetavern community hospitality local restaurant food socialmedia

Cheltenham’s iconic pub, The Tavern, has closed its doors, much to the dismay of its loyal patrons. The management team, who took over in December 2024, announced the closure today, describing themselves as … Read More