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Link Road in Yate closes in resurfacing works this week

2 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | James Felton

Link Road is closed on weekdays from Monday, June 2 until Monday, June 16 between 8pm and 6am each day. The works - which will see the road completely closed - are deemed 'essential' by South Gloucestershire Council highways. A highways spokesperson said: "The work will involve planning off the old surface, some reconstruction works and the laying of a new surface.
Hotel manager at De Vere Tortworth Court wins top award

3 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matty Airey

Charlotte Karadag, rooms division manager at De Vere Tortworth Court, won an Acorn Award, which celebrates talented individuals in hospitality. The Caterer's Acorn Awards, also known as the 30 under 30, have been awarded to more than 1,000 young stars since 1986. Ms Karadag was recognised for her 'exceptional leadership and operational expertise' since taking over the rooms division in September 2024.
New Avon and Somerset police system slashes 101 waits

3 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matty Airey

Non-emergency callers to police have been waiting an average of just 11 seconds to get through, with the force crediting changes to their phone system and call handling process. Tara Bryant, head of command and control at Avon and Somerset Police, said: "We've reduced our wait times for callers and given people more options and updates at busy times.
Inquest opens into death of boy from South Gloucestershire reported missing

4 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matthew Chandler

The body of Athrun Dominic Lombardo, aged 16, was recovered on Wednesday, May 14, having been reported missing in Wales by his mother, Catherine, four days earlier. Athrun, of Emersons Green, was pronounced deceased at 8.10pm on May 14 by a paramedic at the Royal National Lifeboat Institution station in Conwy. At County Hall, Ruthin on Tuesday afternoon (June 2), John Gittins, senior coroner for North Wales (East and Central) opened the inquest into Athrun’s death.
Berkeley Show returns to Castle Meadow this summer

4 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matty Airey

Berkeley Show is taking place on Sunday, June 29 (Image: Simon Pizzey) THE annual Berkeley Show is returning, celebrating the best of the Berkeley Vale. Taking place at Castle Meadow, the show promises a day of family fun with a mix of historical and modern attractions. Attendees can enjoy a range of activities against the backdrop of the picturesque Berkeley Castle. The event is scheduled for Sunday, June 29, starting at 10am and ending at 4pm.
Charity based in Yate to relocate soon after over 30 years

4 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | James Felton

Anyone wanting to come for help from Citizens Advice South Gloucestershire’s Yate office should come to Unit 1 Badminton Court, Station Road, Yate BS37 5HZ from that date onwards - rather than its current location next to Yate Leisure Centre. The charity’s face-to-face sessions at other locations in South Gloucestershire - Cadbury Heath, Stoke Gifford, Lyde Green, Thornbury, Bradley Stoke, Emersons Green and Staple Hill & Mangotsfield - will remain running as normal.
New all-terrain mobility scooters open up Newark Park woodland walks

4 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matty Airey

This is thanks to a partnership between the National Trust and Countryside Mobility. The vehicles are available for hire throughout the year and allow visitors to access the steeper slopes in the estate and the accompanying waymarked routes. This gives people the ability to enjoy historic views as well as the flora and fauna of the woodland.
Shanty singers to perform at Sharpness summer festival

4 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matty Airey

Now in its second year, the festival will be bigger than last time, with an expanded line-up of events. It is taking place at Sharpness Sports and Social Club, beginning at 2pm. An array of maritime musical talent will be performing, including the return of favourites from last year, namely the shanty crews Friggit, Gloucester Diamonds, Tawny Shantymen, and Severn Whalers.
New Yate base for Citizens Advice as demand hits record high

4 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Matty Airey

The charity will operate from Unit 1 Badminton Court, Station Road, Yate BS37 5HZ, instead of the current site near Yate Leisure Centre. This move means the Yate open-door sessions and appointments will no longer take place at the current building from Friday, June 20 onwards. The drop-in session scheduled before the move will be cancelled to allow the team to transport everything needed to the new centre. The charity said the move is necessary to meet increasing demand for its services.
Farm shop car park in South Gloucestershire approved despite concerns

5 days ago | gazetteseries.co.uk | Adam Postans

South Gloucestershire councillors voted 8-0, with one abstention, to grant permission for the extension at Tolldown Farm, Dyrham, despite being recommended to refuse it. Officers said the proposals would harm the rural setting and were not justified. But 18 residents wrote in support of the application by John Doubleday, who has farmed the land for 45 years.