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Bench reviewer Sam Wilmot awards his first 10/10 score on his wedding day
After reviewing over 300 benches on his Instagram account, Sam Wilmot has finally awarded a perfect score to a seat in Old Sodbury. He revi…
Regeneration project begins to restore Kingswood town centre and park
Work has started on a multi-phase project to restore historic shopfronts and improve public spaces across Kingswood. The scheme aims to rev…
Regeneration work begins on Kingswood town centre and local park
A major investment programme has started in Kingswood, beginning with the restoration of shopfronts and facades along Regent Street. These …
Rolls-Royce to build £100m research and testing facility in Filton
Rolls-Royce is set to begin construction on a new £100m research and innovation centre at its Filton site later this year. The facility is …
Two post-war homes in Marshfield to be replaced by four energy-efficient social houses
Two ageing prefab houses in Marshfield are being demolished to make way for four new family homes available for social rent. By doubling th…
Stanbridge Primary School in Downend receives high praise from Ofsted
Ofsted inspectors have recognised Stanbridge Primary School for its strong early years provision, noting that pupils receive a positive sta…
South Gloucestershire drivers to get 30 minutes of free parking in any bay
From Monday 29 June, South Gloucestershire Council is removing the requirement to use specific designated spots to claim 30 minutes of free…
Emersons Green community raises over £16,000 for family after lightning strike destroys home
After a lightning strike caused a fire that destroyed their home in Emersons Green, a local family has received over £16,500 in donations f…
New A432 Badminton Road bridge over the M4 opens near Bristol
The new bridge connecting Bristol and Yate will open to pedestrians and cyclists this Friday, with traffic access following on Saturday mor…
Vinney Green secure children’s home in South Gloucestershire upgraded to 'good' by Ofsted
After years of failing inspections, the Vinney Green secure children’s home has been rated 'good' across all areas by Ofsted. The report hi…
New £41m train station takes shape in South Gloucestershire
Construction is well underway on the new Charfield station, which will restore rail services to the local community for the first time in o…
New M4 bridge to open ahead of schedule
A new multi-million pound bridge over the M4 between Yate and Bristol is set to open this June, much sooner than originally expected. The p…