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Monday, July 28, 2025 police safety summer crackdown shopping ban community law enforcement security

In a bid to enhance public safety during the summer months, police have launched a new crackdown targeting anti-social behaviour in town centres and shopping areas. As part of this initiative, a man has been banned from a … Read More

Monday, July 28, 2025 rustynail cleanup sabotage carboot event community vendors safety success weekend

The much-anticipated opening weekend of the local car boot sale, affectionately known as the “Rusty Nail,” faced unexpected challenges but ultimately turned into a resounding success. Organizers revealed the … Read More

Monday, July 28, 2025 tewkesbury bins council petition fines waste conservation heritage enforcement community

Tewkesbury Borough Council is exploring measures, including fines, to tackle the persistent problem of residents leaving dustbins out, which is tarnishing the appearance of the town’s historic centre. Earlier this year, more … Read More

Monday, July 28, 2025 gloucestershire council racism equality inclusion fireservice diversity respect community leadership

Gloucestershire County Council rejects the notion that it is institutionally racist, with civic leaders reaffirming their commitment to fostering an environment of equality and respect for all. Concerns about potential racism … Read More

Monday, July 28, 2025 council tribute forestofdean helenmolyneux carehomes pandemic community politics compassion leadership

The Forest of Dean community has come together to pay heartfelt tributes to Helen Molyneux, a former councillor celebrated for her dedication, kindness, and tireless work, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. Mrs. … Read More

Sunday, July 27, 2025 amandaowen ouryorkshirefarm vandalism heritage farming yorkshire cumbria stoneflags rurallife community

Amanda Owen, star of Our Yorkshire Farm and devoted mother of nine, left her followers heartbroken and angered after revealing distressing news from her farm. On Sunday, she took to Instagram to share footage she admitted she … Read More

Sunday, July 27, 2025 missing forestofdean police search appeal elderly disappearance investigation community safety

A 72-year-old man has gone missing after leaving his property in the Forest of Dean. Authorities have issued an urgent appeal to the public for any information that could aid in locating him. The man’s disappearance has …

Sunday, July 27, 2025 missing forestofdean disappearance elderly police search appeal safety community urgent

A 72-year-old man has gone missing after leaving his home in the Forest of Dean area. Authorities have launched an urgent appeal to the public for any information regarding his whereabouts. The local police are actively … Read More

Sunday, July 27, 2025 tewkesbury bins conservation petition enforcement council heritage community storage wheeliebins

Tewkesbury Borough Council is exploring the possibility of fining residents who leave their dustbins out, as part of efforts to address the growing problem of bin clutter in the town’s historic centre. The issue, described as … Read More

Sunday, July 27, 2025 cheltenham greenflag parks greenspaces pittville heritage volunteers community wellbeing conservation

Cheltenham proudly celebrates seven of its parks and green spaces once again securing the prestigious Green Flag Award, distinguishing them as some of the finest in the UK. Sandford Park, Hatherley Park, Montpellier Gardens, … Read More

Sunday, July 27, 2025 cheltenham greenflag parks volunteers heritage pittville community greenspaces awards conservation

Seven parks and green spaces in Cheltenham have once again been honoured among the finest in the country, successfully retaining their coveted Green Flag status for another year. Sandford Park, Hatherley Park, Montpellier … Read More

Saturday, July 26, 2025 chippingsodbury family evacuation carcrash homedamage displacement trauma supportworker temporaryhousing community

A family of five in Chipping Sodbury has been forced to evacuate their home after a car suddenly crashed into their house, causing extensive damage. Freda Amang, 32, her husband Enock Aidoo, 32, and their three young … Read More

Friday, July 25, 2025 missing coleford woodland search safety disappearance urgent community emergency authorities

A man has disappeared under concerning circumstances in the woodland area of Coleford. Authorities and local volunteers are actively searching, as safety fears intensify over his sudden and unexplained disappearance. The …

Friday, July 25, 2025 playgroup childcare leadership community woodchester education ofsted farewell earlyyears volunteer

Bev Fowler, the dedicated playgroup leader who rescued Woodchester Playgroup from closure nearly a decade ago, has stepped down after an emotional farewell. In 2016, Bev answered a desperate knock on her door from a parent … Read More

Thursday, July 24, 2025 welcome mat neighbors apartment mystery reditt landscapers annoyance community security

After moving into a new flat, one woman has been left confused and uneasy by a strange pattern: her welcome mat keeps getting moved to odd locations around her building. Living in a shared apartment complex requires a degree … Read More

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 missing gloucestershire search police emergency safety village urgent community investigation

Police and emergency teams are actively searching for Edward, who went missing in a Gloucestershire village. Concern for his wellbeing is growing as time passes without any contact or sightings. Local residents have been …

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 cotswolds pub hospitality horseracing michelin culinary community guitingpower reopening gastronomy

The Hollow Bottom, a renowned pub nestled in the Cotswolds village of Guiting Power, is set to reopen this Friday, July 25, after closing its doors unexpectedly last month. Under the fresh leadership of acclaimed chefs Nathan … Read More

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 karakchaii indianfood streetfood gloucester caféopening chaitea familyrecipes britishcuisine foodculture community

Karak Chaii, one of the UK’s fastest-growing Indian street food chains, is set to open its 25th café in Gloucester. This new venue joins an expanding network of cafés in cities such as Birmingham, London, Cardiff, Luton, … Read More

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 painswick cotswolds gloucestershire community village grcc awards environment wellbeing inclusion

Painswick, a charming Cotswolds village known for its celebrity connections and stunning Rococo Gardens, has been crowned Gloucestershire’s Village of the Year 2025 by the Gloucestershire Rural Community Council (GRCC). This … Read More

Monday, July 21, 2025 football mentalhealth socialprescribing depression community antidepressants gloucestershire forestgreen wellbeing loneliness sport

A groundbreaking initiative is set to make live football matches accessible via prescription to help alleviate symptoms of depression. Spearheaded by Labour MP and former GP Dr Simon Opher from Stroud, alongside Eco-tricity … Read More

Sunday, July 20, 2025 cotswolds canals restoration volunteering heritage community environment waterway conservation gloucestershire

The Cotswold Canals Trust (CCT) is calling on more volunteers to join its ambitious effort to restore the historic canal stretching from Saul Junction to Lechlade. This inspiring project aims to breathe new life into a vital … Read More

Sunday, July 20, 2025 pigs stroud police escape gloucestershire farm stratfordpark animals roundup community

A group of spirited pigs caused quite a stir in Stroud after escaping from a farm in Grange Fields. The farmyard escapees were first spotted leisurely trotting near Tesco, seemingly enjoying their unexpected freedom. In … Read More

Sunday, July 20, 2025 mickleton housing development cotswold planning infrastructure community opposition council consultation

A proposed development of 120 new homes on over 12 acres north east of Mickleton, near Chipping Campden, has sparked a wave of local opposition. Brookworth Homes aims to create a new housing estate designed to blend with the … Read More

Saturday, July 19, 2025 gloucester carboot market sabotage safety nails eventpostponed police community cleanup

The much-anticipated Gloucester car boot sale scheduled for Hempsted Meadow has been postponed after thousands of rusty nails were deliberately scattered across the site. The discovery has raised serious safety concerns for … Read More