Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion Progress at Fire and Rescue Service Eliminates 'Final Cause for Concern' Tuesday, August 19, 2025 equality diversity inclusion firefighters fireandrescue culture progress inclusioninitiatives workplace community The fire and rescue service has made significant strides in improving equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), successfully addressing longstanding concerns that previously hindered its progress. Recent evaluations have … Read More
Back-to-School Traffic Chaos Feared Amid Controversial Two-Week Road Closure Tuesday, August 19, 2025 traffic roadclosure backtoschool residents commute congestion maintenance disruption planning community Concerns are mounting among local residents as a critical road is set to close for two weeks just as schools return, sparking fears of severe traffic congestion. The closure, deemed essential for vital maintenance, has been … Read More
Police Seek Men with Pushchair After £1,000 Worth of Goods Stolen Monday, August 18, 2025 theft police shoplifting suspects investigation crime community security retail public Police are currently searching for two men seen with a pushchair who are wanted in connection with the theft of £1,000 worth of goods from a local store. The incident has raised concerns, and authorities have released images …
Youths Flee After Four Fires Ignite in Same Location Over Four Days Monday, August 18, 2025 arson youths fires community safety incidents investigation vigilance property threat Over the past four days, the same area has been plagued by a series of four fires, all reportedly linked to arson. Witnesses claim that groups of youths were seen fleeing the scene each time a fire broke out, raising concerns … Read More
New Bus Service Reconnects Thornbury, Yate, and Surrounding Villages After 2023 Cuts Sunday, August 17, 2025 bus transport thornbury yate westlink publictransport sustainability community trial connectivity sport A new bus service is set to restore vital connections between Thornbury, Yate, and several outlying villages following service reductions in 2023. The initiative, launched as part of the WestLink trial, aims to improve public … Read More
Heartfelt Tributes in Latest Death Notices and Funeral Announcements Sunday, August 17, 2025 death obituary tribute funeral gloucester cheltenham stroud tewkesbury memorial community The community is coming together to honor and remember those who have recently passed away in the Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Tewkesbury, Forest of Dean, and Cotswolds areas. The latest death notices and funeral … Read More