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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
The bridge, which spans the River Severn between junction two at Chepstow, in Wales, and junction one at Aust, in South Gloucestershire, was temporarily shut, causing severe delays and congestion, particularly on the M4 as drivers diverted towards the Prince of Wales Bridge.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
CHALLENGE: The Big Ugly Burger Challenge at The Farmers Boy Inn has been a local favourite for 14 years. (The Farmers Boy Inn)THE FARMERS Boy Inn in Longhope has become famous for its iconic Big Ugly Burger, a challenge that has drawn food lovers and daredevils from across the region for almost 14 years. Also in the newsThe burger, which features a whopping 2-pound patty, sits proudly between a bun of massive proportions, accompanied by a mountain of chips, salad, and crispy onion rings.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
THE M48 Severn Bridge has been closed in both directions this morning due to high winds, causing widespread travel disruption on both sides of the River Severn. Also in the newsTraffic monitoring site Inrix confirmed the closure spans from junction two at Chepstow, in Wales, to junction one at Aust, in South Gloucestershire. Drivers are facing severe delays, with congestion building on the M4 as traffic diverts towards the Prince of Wales Bridge.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
Train services through the Forest of Dean have now returned to normal after a lorry struck a railway bridge near the White Hart Inn in Broadoak earlier today.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
TRAIN services through the Forest of Dean are facing major disruption this morning after a lorry struck a railway bridge near the White Hart Inn in Broadoak. Also in the newsA lorry wedged under a railway bridge near the White Hart Inn in Broadoak, causing major train disruptions. (Image: Martyn Nevin) (Martyn Nevin)The HGV became wedged under the bridge, forcing trains between Lydney and Cheltenham Spa to run at reduced speeds. Some services may be delayed or cancelled.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
DAMAGE: Newerne Street Bridge in Lydney, partially closed after being damaged by flooding from Storm Bert and a subsequent car crash in December 2024. Repairs are set to begin on July 28. (Submitted)EIGHT months after Lydney’s Newerne Street Bridge was battered by floodwaters and further damaged in a car crash, repair work is finally set to begin this summer.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
READING: The StoryMongers performing a dramatic reading in Bream Community Library (Bream Community Library)BREAM Community Library will host a dramatic performance of Oh Whistle and I’ll Come to You, My Lad, one of the best-known ghost stories by renowned author M.R. James. Also in the newsThe event, presented by the acclaimed storytelling group the StoryMongers, will feature narration by Eddy Martin, accompanied by atmospheric live music composed and performed by Philip Gibbs.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
DISPATCH: Postal votes for the upcoming Forest of Dean District and County Council elections are ready for dispatch, with over 12,800 ballot packs on their way to eligible voters across the district. (Forest of Dean District and County Council )POSTAL votes for the upcoming Forest of Dean District and County Council elections were dispatched on Monday, April 14, with more than 12,800 ballot packs now on their way to eligible voters across the district.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
INCIDENT: Police attended a collision at the A48 Westbury-on-Severn railway bridge. (Submitted)A PETITION calling for urgent safety improvements at the A48 railway bridge near Westbury-on-Severn has gained momentum following another crash on the route last month. More than 330 people have now signed the petition, launched by local bus driver Daniel Slattery, who says daily near-misses are becoming the norm for motorists navigating the tight bend under the bridge along Jordan’s Hill.
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1 week ago | 
theforester.co.uk | Luke Davis
A VEHICLE fire has led to the closure of the A4151 at Cinderford Hill this afternoon (Sunday, April 13). Emergency services are on the scene, and police are redirecting traffic away from the area.Also in the newsFIRE: Vehicle fire on Cinderford Hill, traffic diverted. (Submitted)Eyewitnesses report that the incident has caused significant congestion on surrounding routes, including The Ruffitt.
