Calls Intensify for Long-Term Solution to Gloucester Docks’ Silt Navigation Crisis Wednesday, March 11, 2026 gloucester docks silt navigation dredging canal conservation waterways bristolwater infrastructure Gloucester Docks face a critical challenge as an unprecedented silt buildup severely disrupts navigation and local waterfront businesses. In 2025 alone, approximately 50,000 cubic metres of silt accumulated—ten times the … Read More
Gloucester Rugby Secures Phil Cokanasiga to Bolster Midfield Ahead of 2026/27 Season Tuesday, March 10, 2026 gloucester rugby cokanasiga premiership ospreys londonirish midfield skivington transfers kingsholm sport Gloucester Rugby has officially announced the signing of centre Phil Cokanasiga, set to join the club ahead of the 2026/27 Gallagher Premiership season. At just 24 years old, Cokanasiga boasts an impressive rugby pedigree. A … Read More
Foodie’s Quest for the UK’s Best Burger Shines a Spotlight on Gloucester Tuesday, March 10, 2026 burger britain gloucester southwest foodblogger bestburger smashburger streetfood restaurant culinary The humble burger’s origins are debated, with numerous claims to its invention, and today’s UK is home to countless eateries vying for the title of best burger. Food blogger Sam Wilder decided to settle the score by embarking … Read More
Gang Threatens Couple with Swiss Army Knife on Gloucester Canal Path Monday, March 9, 2026 robbery gloucester canal bmx assault swissarmyknife police quedgeley theft balaclava A man and a woman were threatened at knifepoint during an attempted robbery on a canal path in Gloucester. The incident occurred around 8:30 pm on Saturday, March 7, between Wharfdale Way and The Causeway in Quedgeley. Four … Read More
Calls for Free “Pit Stop” to Tackle Dangerous Cycle Lane Parking on Southgate Street Monday, March 9, 2026 cyclelane parking gloucester council safety enforcement cyclists southgatestreet pitstop traffic Concerns are mounting over the ongoing issue of motorists parking illegally on the cycle lane along Southgate Street in Gloucester. The situation, described as “lethal” by local councillors, poses a significant safety risk … Read More
Ex-Gloucester Mayor Lorraine Campbell to Serve as Independent Conservative Following Suspension Over Budget Vote Monday, March 9, 2026 gloucester lorrainecampbell conservative independent citycouncil budget suspension politics councillor localgovernment Lorraine Campbell, former mayor of Gloucester and Tuffley’s City Councillor, announced she will now sit as an Independent Conservative after being suspended from the Conservative group due to a disputed budget vote. Campbell … Read More