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Wednesday, June 18, 2025 airindia tragedy gloucester council condolences legacy fundraising community memorial support

Shire Hall officials have expressed their deepest condolences to the family and friends of the Gloucester family tragically killed in the Air India flight crash. Akeel Nanabawa, along with his wife Hannaa and their daughter … Read More

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 airindia legacyfund gloucestershire charity community tragedy memorial fundraising education compassion

A poignant legacy fund has been established in honour of Akeel Nanabawa, his wife Hannaa, and their four-year-old daughter Sara, a young family from Gloucestershire who tragically lost their lives in the recent Air India … Read More

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 crime burglary theft gloucestershire breakin vehicles security police community prevention

Local business owners and residents are being urged to remain vigilant after a series of recent break-ins across Gloucestershire. Among the incidents reported to Gloucestershire Police is the theft of a shipping container … Read More

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 housing affordable cotswold planning development cirencester infrastructure sustainability community government

Cotswold District Council has given the green light to a development that will bring 280 new homes to the outskirts of Cirencester, including 112 affordable units, marking a significant step toward addressing the growing … Read More

Monday, June 16, 2025 gloucester cricket football raf centenarian veteran community sportsman pilates history sport

Graham Terrett, a cherished figure in Gloucester’s sporting and community circles, is celebrating his 100th birthday today, June 16. Born and raised in the city, Mr. Terrett has led a remarkable life filled with cricket, … Read More

Monday, June 16, 2025 missing gloucester vulnerable boy brayden safety police community search alert

A vulnerable 13-year-old boy named Brayden has been reported missing from Gloucester. Authorities and family members are deeply concerned for his safety and well-being. Efforts are underway to locate Brayden, and the …

Monday, June 16, 2025 farmshop herefordshire ledbury a417 planning localproduce community development agriculture retail

Plans have been submitted for a new farm shop adjacent to the busy A417 roundabout in Herefordshire. The proposal involves installing a modular building at the junction of A438 Hereford Road and A417 Leadon Way, just west of … Read More

Sunday, June 15, 2025 cirencester drugs policing arrest crime stroud community vehicle seizure safety

Cirencester’s Neighbourhood Policing Team arrested a man on Saturday evening, June 14, on suspicion of possessing Class A drugs and carrying a large sum of cash, following a vehicle stop. According to a Facebook statement … Read More

Sunday, June 15, 2025 midsummer seashanty festival sharpness gloucestershire music community heritage docks sailing

The annual Midsummer Sea Shanty Festival is returning to the scenic banks of the River Severn, near the historic working docks at Sharpness, Gloucestershire. Now in its second year, this free family-friendly event promises to … Read More

Sunday, June 15, 2025 legacy charity homelessness gloucestershire bequest eccentric community emmaus house stroud

David Guinness, a quirky and eccentric former Eton pupil, left a lasting legacy by bequeathing his Grade II listed Gloucestershire home to Emmaus, a local homeless charity. Following his passing at the age of 81 in 2020, the … Read More

Sunday, June 15, 2025 cotswolds cirencester preston development housing planning urbansprawl affordablehousing community traffic

Plans to build 280 homes on agricultural land adjacent to Cirencester have been approved, raising fears that the nearby Cotswold village of Preston could be absorbed by expanding urban development. Robert Hitchins Ltd … Read More

Saturday, June 14, 2025 pubs camra herefordshire ross-on-wye freehold refurbishment microbrewery community planning marketing

While the national pub industry faces numerous challenges, Herefordshire’s pub scene is flourishing, according to Mark Haslam, spokesperson for the Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) Herefordshire. Several establishments near … Read More

Saturday, June 14, 2025 bourton-on-the-water cotswolds tourism picnic villagegreen community heritage sustainability crowds localbusiness

A family trip to Bourton-on-the-Water, one of the Cotswolds’ most picturesque villages, turned sour when they encountered groups of tourists eating food straight from saucepans and occupying every available patch of grass. … Read More

Friday, June 13, 2025 beckham honours gloucestershire mbe knighthood community arts culture police dedication

In this year’s King’s Birthday Honours, former England football captain David Beckham has been knighted, describing it as a “truly humbling honour.” Knighted alongside celebrated actor Gary Oldman and legendary musician Roger … Read More

Friday, June 13, 2025 greatfield alumni cheltenham anniversary primary school reunion pta community education

Greatfield Park Primary School in Cheltenham is celebrating 30 years since opening its doors in 1995. To mark this special milestone, the school is hosting ‘Greatfest’—an afternoon of fun, nostalgia, and community … Read More

Thursday, June 12, 2025 education specialneeds traffic safety southgloucestershire carefarm animalcare roadconditions disability community

Residents near Peopleton Brook Farm in South Gloucestershire have raised alarms about the safety risks on Mill Lane, a narrow country road leading to the animal care college. This lane’s limited width and lack of passing … Read More

Thursday, June 12, 2025 cheltenham sports community football hub petersfield saracens development council funding sport

Plans to upgrade Cheltenham’s Saracens Football Club facilities and establish the Petersfield Community and Sports Hub have moved significantly closer to reality. Cheltenham Borough Council has approved over £500,000 in … Read More

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 play children health outdoors safety wellbeing community education urbanplanning policy

Activists and experts are calling for the removal of obstacles that prevent children from playing outdoors, aiming to improve their physical and mental health. One key proposal is to ban the ubiquitous “no ball … Read More

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 ofsted childcare creativity confidence inclusivity safeguarding afterschool gloucester playworkers community

Creative Kids After School Care in Gloucester has earned high praise from Ofsted for creating a lively, child-centered atmosphere that encourages creativity, confidence, and camaraderie among children. The club, operating at … Read More

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 elmore gloucester chamber music festival youth workshops community riversevern hospitallity

Gloucester’s hidden gem, the Elmore Festival, is set to return to its enchanting historic home this summer, promising an even bigger and better celebration of world-class chamber music. Running from August 6 to 9, 2025, this … Read More

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 missingchild brockworth police search urgent safety alert pyjamas community concern

A child was reported missing in Brockworth, last seen wearing pyjamas. Authorities are actively searching the area and urging anyone with information to come forward. Police have expressed increasing concern for the …

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 cheltenham recycling libdems swindonroad wastemanagement flytipping localgovernment environmentalpolicy gloucestershire community

A former Cheltenham mayor has urged the newly elected Liberal Democrat leadership at Shire Hall to take decisive action and reopen the Swindon Road household recycling centre. The facility was temporarily closed by the Lib … Read More

Monday, June 9, 2025 hartpury gloucester college student death police investigation tragedy support community

Authorities are investigating the sudden and unexplained death of a student at Hartpury College in Gloucester. Emergency services responded promptly to the scene on the morning of Friday, June 6, with Gloucestershire Police … Read More

Monday, June 9, 2025 gloucestershire pub nomination community beer living ale local award entertainment

British pubs are more than just places to grab a pint—they are the heart and soul of our communities. They offer a space where we can laugh, sing, share stories, and create memories that last a lifetime. Gloucestershire’s … Read More