The Flying Scotsman continues its national tour this weekend on its ‘Cotswold Venturer’ day trip from London Paddington. Trainspotters across Gloucestershire will get chance to glimpse the world-famous steam engine which was the first British locomotive
A NEW road layout is to be considered for an accident hotspot near Stroud. Improvements to the A4173/A46 junction at Pitchcombe will be debated by Gloucestershire County Council's cabinet next week. Last year, the council was awarded £2.16million
A STROUD farmer and campsite owner who was killed by a train after a Network Rail signalman gave him the the go ahead to cross the track died 'accidentally,' an inquest jury ruled yesterday (Wednesday, June 12). Colin Cameron, 60, of Bisley Road
A motocross bike has been stolen after thieves broke into a house in Stonehouse. The offenders gained entry through a garage door and took a Kawasaki bike, tyres and motorcycle boots as well as a new set of black Kawasaki wheels. Handlebar accessories
CONCERNED residents who want to stop 5G internet coming to Stroud due to radiation fears are holding a public meeting. Last month, a group of Stroud residents launched a 'Stop 5G' campaign due to their growing concerns about the implications of
FAMILIES and friends are getting together to walk in memory and celebration of their loved ones in a sponsored event on Friday evening. The Walk for Longfield will see participants complete a 5km or 10km circular walk across Minchinhampton Common
POLICE are advising residents to be on their guard after an attempted break-in in the Stroud area. Thieves had attempted to gain access via the rear of a public building in Cashes Green. A police spokesman said: "Luckily no items have been
A FALLEN tree which had been causing heavy traffic on the A419 in Chalford has been removed. The road has now been cleared and traffic has returned to normal. Earlier this morning the A419 London Road was partially blocked both ways, from Marley
NAILSWORTH Fiver Fest is underway, with a special deals all week for visitors to the town’s independent traders. Shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and businesses are putting on special £5 offers as part of the campaign, which aims to boost the town
A POPULAR stationery shop in Nailsworth has reopened, with a new owner and a bright new colour scheme. Retail expert Mary Portas cut the ribbon at the official relaunch of Pulp, now painted an eye-catching ‘eraser pink’, on Saturday. The store
