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Saturday, July 19, 2025 gloucester fundraiser community cavern addiction mentalhealth homelessness support charity event

A vibrant family-friendly event is set to take place in Gloucester on Friday, July 26, combining live music, delicious food, and an exciting video game tournament to raise money for vulnerable individuals in the city. … Read More

Saturday, July 19, 2025 stonehouse cannabis gloucestershire nuisance community police greatoldbury druguse neighbourhood publicafety

Residents in four streets of Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, are experiencing ongoing disturbances due to persistent cannabis use in their neighbourhood. The strong smell and related activities associated with cannabis … Read More

Friday, July 18, 2025 podsmead gloucester planning development housing regeneration council infrastructure politics community

The decision to reject plans for a £45 million regeneration project proposing 172 new homes, shops, and commercial units in Podsmead has sparked controversy and calls for the Gloucester City Council leadership to resign. … Read More

Friday, July 18, 2025 bognorregis westsussex gassmell lepong odour chemicalleak rouen englishchannel publichealth community

Bognor Regis, recently voted the UK’s least appealing seaside town, is now grappling with a new challenge: a persistent and unpleasant odour that has left many residents feeling unwell. The strong smell, reminiscent of gas or … Read More

Thursday, July 17, 2025 airindia crash gloucester tribute community tragedy family loss remembrance compassion

Shire Hall was enveloped in solemn silence yesterday, July 16, as the community paid heartfelt tribute to a Gloucester family tragically lost in the Air India crash last month. Akeel Nanabawa, his wife Hannaa, and their … Read More

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 cornwall tourism homelessness documentary channel5 hospitality community charities summer

The Channel 5 documentary Cornwall: A Year by the Sea returned this week with its second episode, offering an intimate look at Cornwall’s bustling summer season. The popular four-part series, which celebrates the county … Read More

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 brianoosthuysen labrour gloucestershire community activism education peace justice apartheid tribute

Shire Hall fell silent on July 16 as the community honored Brian Oosthuysen, a much-loved Labour stalwart who passed away peacefully in his sleep on July 13 at the age of 87. A former Archway School teacher and dedicated … Read More

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 obituary funeral gloucestershire tribute memorial deathnotices community remembrance condolences announcements

Announcing the passing of a loved one in local news media is a time-honoured tradition, and we are honoured to be trusted with these important announcements. Every death notice and funeral announcement published in our … Read More

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 cycling fundraising community education charity cotswolds school endurance parents rebuild

Michael Birnie, a dedicated father and governor at Hatherop Primary School, is gearing up for an extraordinary challenge: a nonstop 24-hour cycling ride through the picturesque Cotswolds. Starting at 9:00 AM on Thursday, July … Read More

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 lydney police alert suspicious incident torch vehicle theft community crime

Police have issued a warning to residents of Lydney after a suspicious man was spotted examining cars and homes in the area. The incident took place in the early hours of July 10, around 3 a.m., on Templeway West. According … Read More

Monday, July 14, 2025 ledbury herefordshire housing development vistry affordablehousing planning community environment expansion

Plans to significantly enlarge a proposed housing development near Ledbury in Herefordshire have drawn sharp criticism from local officials and residents alike. Vistry Homes, the parent company of Bovis Homes and Linden … Read More

Sunday, July 13, 2025 countryfile adamhenson farming strawberries worcestershire familyfarm harvest community agriculture bbc

On Sunday night’s episode of Countryfile, presenter Adam Henson found himself on The Paddas’ family farm in the Vale of Evesham, where three generations have been nurturing the land and growing strawberries for decades. … Read More

Sunday, July 13, 2025 homelessness gloucester council prevention tenancy mediation intervention support health community

Gloucester City Council has unveiled a proactive strategy to address homelessness by intervening before individuals reach a crisis. On July 9, the council’s cabinet approved the launch of the Gloucester Offer, a comprehensive … Read More

Saturday, July 12, 2025 murder investigation malvern police arrest assault homicide emergency custody community

A murder investigation has commenced following the discovery of a man found unconscious in Malvern town centre early on Saturday, July 12. Emergency services were alerted to an incident on Belle Vue Terrace around 12:45 a.m. … Read More

Saturday, July 12, 2025 gloucestershire knives suspicious police investigation wotton-under-edge cctv moustache crimeprevention community

Police in Gloucestershire are investigating reports of a suspicious man selling knives in the town of Wotton-under-Edge. Locals have reported seeing the individual multiple times, and authorities are currently reviewing CCTV … Read More

Saturday, July 12, 2025 police burglary theft gloucestershire crime investigation vandalism security community stolen

Gloucestershire police are investigating an unusual incident where an unknown individual placed a grey rainbow sticker bearing the word “STRAIGHT” on the door of a food store in Wotton-under-Edge. This event, recorded on July … Read More

Saturday, July 12, 2025 parkrun cheltenham pittville police incident cancellation death investigation gloucestershire community

The Cheltenham parkrun event was abruptly cancelled this morning after a body was found in Pittville Park. Police responded to a report just before 9 a.m., when an early morning runner stumbled upon the tragic discovery. … Read More

Friday, July 11, 2025 gloucestershire lions sculpture cancer charity arttrail community fundraising hospitals publicart

This summer, families across Gloucestershire can look forward to a dazzling spectacle as 32 magnificent lion sculptures roam the streets of Gloucester and Cheltenham. Painted and designed by talented artists, these majestic … Read More

Thursday, July 10, 2025 missing man disappearance search safety urgent community police investigation concern

A 23-year-old man has been reported missing for more than a week, prompting growing concerns among his family, friends, and the local community. Authorities have launched a search operation and are appealing for any … Read More

Thursday, July 10, 2025 benidorm expat bar tapas drinks hiddengem oldtown spain community hospitality

Michelle Baker, a British expat and longtime resident of Benidorm for over 40 years, has uncovered a true hidden gem in the heart of the Spanish holiday town. Through her popular Facebook page, Benidormforever, Michelle … Read More

Thursday, July 10, 2025 queencamilla jamiesfarm education youthsupport mentalhealth charity farmvisit community environment volunteering

Queen Camilla, just days away from her 78th birthday, recently visited Lower Shockerwick Farm near Bath, Somerset, an educational centre run by the charity Jamie’s Farm. This farm is the seventh site managed by the … Read More

Thursday, July 10, 2025 speed gloucestershire traffic road safety council regulation community workload transportation infrastructure sport

Highways officials in Gloucestershire are bracing for a possible surge in applications to reduce speed limits to 20mph across towns and villages. The county’s new Liberal Democrat administration is exploring a … Read More

Thursday, July 10, 2025 dowty sports social greenbelt development ashville community football planning opposition sport

A strong wave of opposition has arisen against developer Ashville’s proposal to redevelop the Dowty Sports & Social site in Staverton. The plan would replace a cherished clubhouse, five football pitches, tennis courts, … Read More

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 stroud café deli closure catering community business pandemic events food

A beloved café and deli in Stroud, Gloucestershire, Little Ginger Deli & Café, is set to close its shop this weekend. Despite this bittersweet decision, owner Claire Cappell has revealed exciting plans to pivot the … Read More