Sammy Jenkins

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Writer and Journalism Coordinator at BBC

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Swindon town centre works continue with Fleet Street closure

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Sammy Jenkins

Image source, Swindon Borough CouncilImage caption, The work on Fleming Way in Swindon is expected to finish in the summerA road is set to close as work to transform to create a town centre "bus boulevard" edges closer to completion. The £33m revamp of Fleming Way in Swindon, which began in 2022, is set to be finished in the summer.
Archaeologists seek volunteers to help sort Gloucester history

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Sammy Jenkins

Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, The project involves sorting through archaeological records and artefact held by Gloucester MuseumBBC News, West of EnglandArchaeologists have put out a plea for volunteers to help sort through thousands of historical items in a city's museum. Led by Cotswold Archaeology, the Store to Store project involves sorting, reboxing and consolidating archaeological records, artefacts and documentary and photographic evidence held by Gloucester Museum.
Popular Exmoor footbridge closed over safety fears

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Sammy Jenkins

Popular Exmoor footbridge closed over safety fearsSammy JenkinsBBC News, West of EnglandExmoor National Park AuthorityTemporary modifications of the bridge are being looked into "urgently"A popular footbridge in Exmoor has been shut over safety fears. The Hinds Pitt bridge, near the Tarr Steps circular walk, in Somerset, has been deemed unsafe after structural failures. Exmoor National Park Authority (ENPA) said it was working on a plan for a long-term replacement, reinstating public access.
Disruption warning for drivers as works resume in Bridgwater

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Sammy Jenkins

Image caption, It is hoped the Celebration Mile project will bring more people into Bridgwater town centreBBC News, West of EnglandMotorists are being warned of possible disruption when a partial road closure comes into place. The closure will also affect the eastern area of Eastover to allow Somerset Council's contractors Taylor Woodrow to install new kerb lines and resurface pavements.
Yate group lugs gym equipment to Pen y Fan summit for charity

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | Sammy Jenkins

Image source, Sian DonoghueImage caption, The group has raised more than £5,000 so farBBC News, West of EnglandMore than 200 people from a fitness group and their families have taken part in a charity challenge to lug 1680kg of gym equipment to the top of Pen y Fan and back again. Women from Commando Bootcamp, based near Bristol in Yate, South Gloucestershire, took part in the ascent with family members on Saturday in aid of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) at Bristol's Southmead Hospital.
Zulu children's choir showcases music and culture across the West

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Sammy Jenkins

Zulu children's choir performs across the WestSammy JenkinsBBC News, West of EnglandSacha BigwoodCarla MabbThe choir will perform their finale at the Bristol Beacon on 5 JuneA South African children's choir has been performing across the west of England as it takes part in a cultural exchange tour. Made up of 20 school children from the Madadeni Township in South Africa, the choir is visiting the UK as part of Project Zulu, an initiative by the University of the West of England (UWE).
Cheltenham Playhouse

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Sammy Jenkins

Fundraiser takes place for under-threat theatreSammy JenkinsBBC News, West of EnglandThe Cheltenham PlayhouseMP Max Wilkinson supported the event on SaturdayAlmost 100 people have taken part in a 12-hour monologue event to help save a Grade II-listed theatre from closure. The Cheltenham Playhouse announced in May it did not have the "depth of funds" to survive but, in a bid to remain open, has been undergoing a fundraising campaign.
Nine people injured after fire on residential boat

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | Sammy Jenkins

Nine people injured after fire on residential boatSammy JenkinsGoogle MapsWiltshire Police said the fire happened on the River Thames near LechladeNine people have been injured after a fire on a residential boat. Wiltshire Police said the fire on the River Thames near Lechlade, Gloucestershire, happened just before 12:00 BST on Saturday. Police said the nine people sustained injuries and were taken to hospital. The force said a section of the river was closed and inquiries were ongoing.
Man dies in crash between four motorbikes and car

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Bea Swallow |Sammy Jenkins

A motorcyclist has died and three others are seriously injured following a crash between four motorbikes and a car in Wiltshire. Wiltshire Police said the collision happened on the A36 at Knook, near Warminster, at about 10:30 BST on Saturday. The motorcyclist, a man aged in his 60s, died as a result of his injuries, while the other three remain in hospital. A road closure between Deptford and Heytesbury will remain in place into the early hours of Sunday, the force said.
Family of woman who died in crash pay tribute

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Sammy Jenkins

The family of a woman who died in a collision while cycling home have paid tribute to the keen folk musician and "experienced cyclist all her life" after a driver was jailed for causing her death. Mary Emerson-Reed, 63, was riding along the B3081 between Tollard Royal, on the Wiltshire/Dorset border and Shaftesbury, Dorset, with a friend at about 23:00 BST on 23 June 2023 when she was knocked off her bike.