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Monday, June 9, 2025 gloucester primaryschool merger hillside education community uniform logo robinswood moat

Following the merger of two Gloucester primary schools, a new name has been revealed for the unified school where pupils will be transferred. Along with the new name, the school will adopt a fresh logo and updated uniform, … Read More

Monday, June 9, 2025 gloucester postoffice kingssquare alexmcintyre campaign franchise citycentre petition community services

Gloucester’s city centre will retain its post office services, but the fight to keep the branch at its current Kings Square location is far from over, according to local MP Alex McIntyre. Hundreds of residents have supported … Read More

Sunday, June 8, 2025 cheltenham football sportshub community petersfield saracensfc biglocal funding council lease sport

Plans for the Petersfield Community and Sports Hub in Cheltenham are advancing rapidly, bringing new hope for local sports and community development. At the upcoming cabinet meeting on June 10, council leaders are expected to … Read More

Sunday, June 8, 2025 chronicpain fibromyalgia support community mentalhealth wellbeing forestofdean fatigue friendship healthcare

A group of women living with chronic pain and fatigue have confronted the isolation and loneliness that often accompany their conditions by creating supportive community groups across the Forest of Dean. Recognizing a gap in … Read More

Sunday, June 8, 2025 metal detecting mentalhealth community gloucestershire hobby friendship healing history support outdoors

Liam Dennett, a 43-year-old from Andoversford near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, found solace and renewed purpose through metal detecting after enduring devastating family tragedies. Struggling with mental health challenges … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 holidaylet planning forestofdean tourism conservation wyevalley safety parking community development

Next week, the Forest of Dean District Council will consider retrospective planning permission to formally change the use of a stone outbuilding into a holiday let. Located at Bourne End on High Beech Road in The Pludds near … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 gloucester antisocial community safety support engagement addiction homelessness police citycouncil

Gloucester City Council is set to launch a dedicated team this month to tackle anti-social behaviour in the city centre. The City Centre Engagement Team, a pioneering two-year pilot project, focuses on addressing street-based … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 downtonabbey bampton tourism cotswolds filming community economy heritage residents tourismimpact

The charming Oxfordshire village of Bampton, renowned as the filming location for Downton Abbey, has seen a boom in tourism since 2010. While the influx of visitors has generated substantial income for the local community, it … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 cheltenham art painting exhibition artist milestone creativity community festival charity

This summer, Cheltenham artist Jane Ware commemorates an extraordinary personal milestone—her 50th consecutive year exhibiting at the town’s cherished Art in the Park. As she approaches her 69th birthday on June 15, Jane … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 beesknees cirencester pub arkells hospitality community food music management revitalization

The Bees Knees pub in Cirencester is buzzing with fresh energy as it welcomes a dynamic new team led by Michaela McCarthy. With deep roots in the pub industry, Michaela—daughter of a former publican—is set to breathe new life … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 missing search vulnerable man tattoo lewis urgent authorities community safety

An urgent search is currently underway to locate Lewis, a vulnerable man who has not been seen for two weeks. Concerned parties and local authorities are actively seeking his whereabouts, emphasizing the importance of … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 cheeserolling gloucestershire charity refugees homelessness doublegloucester volunteer fundraising tradition community

Ava Sender Logan, 20, a biochemistry student and first-time competitor at Gloucestershire’s famous cheese rolling event, has turned her hard-won prize into a powerful gesture of kindness. After tumbling down Cooper’s Hill in … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 cheltenham cafe closure coffee brunch community regentstreet thefind business foodservice

The Find, a cherished artisan coffee house and kitchen in Cheltenham’s town centre, has abruptly closed after eight years of serving the community. Located on Regent Street, near the entrance to The Regent Arcade, the cafe … Read More

Saturday, June 7, 2025 cheltenham tapas restaurant montpellier licensing alcohol livemusic food community ambiance

Cheltenham town centre is set to welcome a new tapas bar where visitors can “enjoy good food and a nice bottle of wine.” Licensing authorities have approved Aaron Maximen’s plans for Jebou, located at 4 … Read More

Friday, June 6, 2025 playgroup cheltenham pata earlyyears closure community childcare funding preschool education

A cherished playgroup in Cheltenham, PATA @ Winchcombe, is set to close its doors at the end of the academic year in July 2025. After more than 30 years of nurturing young children in the Winchcombe community, the Board of … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 arson fire nailsworth gloucestershire investigation emergency police suspicious damage community

In the early hours of Saturday, May 31, a suspected arson attack devastated part of a neighborhood in Nailsworth, near Stroud, in the Cotswolds. Reported to police at approximately 3:25 a.m., the fire destroyed a shed and … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 heroism rescue riverthames boatfire explosion emergency survival community courage accident

A brave couple from Wales have been hailed as heroes for saving six people—including an infant—after a boat exploded on the River Thames. Josh Hobbs, 35, and Hannah Lloyd-Hobbs, 34, acted immediately when they witnessed the … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 harvester bradleystoke willowbrook restaurantclosure southgloucestershire dining hospitality renovation localnews community

The beloved Harvester restaurant at Willow Brook Centre in Bradley Stoke, South Gloucestershire, has closed permanently as of Sunday, June 1. After years of welcoming patrons, the venue said its emotional farewell this week. … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 volunteering mentalhealth support listening samaritans gloucestershire crisis community training empathy

Are you a patient, empathetic listener? Gloucester and District Samaritans are inviting volunteers to join their team of listening volunteers, providing an essential lifeline to individuals in distress. As a listening … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 gloucester heritage signage conservation tourism highstreet architecture council investment community

Gloucester City Council is set to consult residents on whether shop signage within the city’s conservation area should better reflect its rich history and heritage. Pending approval by civic leaders next week, the … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 gloucester heritage signage conservation tourism highstreet architecture community economy planning

Gloucester residents may soon be invited to share their opinions on a proposal to ensure that shop signs within the city’s conservation area better reflect its rich history and heritage. The city council plans to launch a … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 volunteering support listening mentalhealth samaritans gloucestershire crisis empathy training community

Are you someone who listens with empathy and patience? Gloucester and District Samaritans is looking for dedicated listening volunteers to provide essential support to people in crisis throughout Gloucestershire. As a … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 sunflowers festival m5 safety charity noise wildlife security community licensing

The Sunflowers Festival, a charity music event, has been granted approval to take place near Churchdown from October 3 to 5, stirring both excitement and concern in the community. The festival, organized by Monkey Bar Events … Read More

Thursday, June 5, 2025 festival charity safety m5 churchdown music community security noise environment

The Sunflowers Festival, a three-day charity music event scheduled for October 3 to 5 near Churchdown, has been granted approval by Tewkesbury Borough Council. Monkey Bar Events Ltd received a premises licence to host the … Read More