Vandals slashed tyres, smashed windows, and spray painted cars causing thousands of pounds of damage. The incidents happened in the Pitman Place area of Wotton under Edge overnight between January 20 and 21. A police spokesperson said: "Police
A man in his twenties is in Southmead Hospital after being found with head injuries last night. He is in a serious condition after being found at around 5.40pm on Nettleton Road in Gloucester yesterday. Police have issued an appeal for more
THE fascinating history of healing springs, holy wells and spas will be discussed at a talk in Wotton this week. Alan Pilbeam will be discussing the topic at the town’s civic centre on Friday at 7.30pm, as part of the Wotton-under-Edge Historical
Warnings have been issued over the dangers of old appliances. Fridges, freezers, washing machines, dryers and cookers have all been identified as posing a safety risk if they are not registered. According to YouGov figures, less than one third
A company that employs over 3000 people in Filton has warned it may be forced out of the UK if there is a no deal Brexit. Airbus design and create wings for aircraft at their base near Filton Airfield, however the chief executive of the company
Firefighters again attended The Castle School last night (Wednesday. January 23) but fortunately it turned out to be a false alarm. Steam from the boiler backlit by a street light gave the appearance of smoke and flames pouring out from the Thornbury
The following planning applications were registered with Stroud District Council between 14.1.19 and 20.1.19. Cam: Parcel H1, Box Road, discharge of condition 8 relating to S.15/2804/OUT; Parcel H1 Box Road, discharge of condition 28 relating to
The Government has released the official figures for the school results league table. Across South Gloucestershire only four schools achieved scores that took them above the national average however a number have high percentages of children staying
THE wassailing season - a pagan ritual to encourage an abundant harvest - is upon us. This ancient custom of visiting orchards to bring good health and bless the fruit is coming to Berkeley at the weekend, at a community event in Sarah’s Field.
A DURSLEY man has been jailed for six and a half years after admitting taking part in an attempted robbery at a garage. Jamie Eyre, 26, of Meadowvale, pleaded guilty to his involvement in an attempted robbery at the Texaco Garage in Lansdown Road
DURSLEY Male Voice Choir has announced the retirement of its’ popular and gifted accompanist, Paul Phillips. Paul is the principal accompanist with the choir, but ill-health has meant prolonged absences and finally forced him to retire. Paul
There is to be an extension on opening hours at a minor injury unit in South Gloucestershire. Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire clinical commissioning group revealed plans to extend the opening hours from April 2019. The changes
Crews from Avon Fire and Rescue Service have been undergoing intense training to make sure they are able to respond to incidents correctly. Thornbury Fire Station posted on their Twitter page some pictures of their firefighters dealing with training
A family have been supported by the community after a dramatic decline in health. Dave Lawrence worked at Amigos in Chipping Sodbury High Street before it announced its shock closure on January 5, citing lack of trade. Dave acted as head chef
