Localeconomy

Thursday, October 9, 2025 cheltenham highstreet thestrand revamp campaigners towncentre urbandecay maintenance localeconomy publicaction

Cheltenham’s High Street, specifically The Strand, has come under intense criticism after a recent £350,000 refurbishment failed to deliver lasting improvements. Local campaigners describe the current state of the area as … Read More

Thursday, August 28, 2025 roadclosure a449 malvern hotel joblosses employment businessimpact transport localeconomy disruption

The upcoming closure of the A449 road has been described as a “Covid-level event” for a well-known hotel in Malvern. This significant disruption is expected to severely impact the hotel’s business, resulting in … Read More

Wednesday, August 27, 2025 mcdonalds cheltenham jobs employment restaurant opening fastfood localeconomy foodservice careers

A brand-new McDonald’s restaurant has officially opened its doors in Cheltenham, bringing with it a wave of excitement and opportunity for the community. The new outlet has created 120 jobs, providing a significant … Read More

Monday, July 21, 2025 gloucester smallbusiness roadworks jewellery entrepreneurship resilience covidrecovery localeconomy femaleentrepreneur urbandevelopment

Stefania Cuozzo, a determined entrepreneur in Gloucester, is facing the heartbreaking possibility of closing her recently opened jewellery boutique due to ongoing roadworks seriously damaging her trade. The 41-year-old, who … Read More

Monday, May 26, 2025 cheltenham imperialgardens icerink soilcompaction returfing winterevents localeconomy ecology planningapproval publicparks

Cheltenham’s cherished Imperial Gardens, a seasonal home to a popular winter ice rink, is facing growing scrutiny over potential long-term damage caused by the annual installation. While the ice rink has become a major winter … Read More