Community News

From 7th to 10th January 2026 Octopus Drama Group will be performing their very own take on everyone’s favourite fairytale, Cinderella, which is written and directed by Abi Baskerville. There will be many new faces…

I love going to dark sky sites. They are often found in national parks and remote locations where there is little or no light pollution. Without the glare of lights from the street, cars and…

As the last month of the year unfolds, fairy lights appear in windows, carols spill softly through shop doors, and the familiar hum of Christmas returns. Small wonder, that amid the glitter and grandeur, there’s…

I hope you’ve enjoyed the fantastic community events we have had at this time of year. Thanks to everyone involved. This month, my small team and I have worked on 704 new cases, supporting fellow…

Helen Godwin, Mayor of the West of England, said: “Since May, we have started a new chapter for the West. I’m proud to be doing things differently. Kids Go Free this summer saw more than…

Welcome to our Recruitment Open Day at Lovell Place Care Home! Join us for a day filled with opportunities to learn about our team and the rewarding work we do. Whether you're an experienced caregiver or looking to…

Tributes are being paid to Dave Baker, the “inspirational” leader of the Olympus Academy Trust, who has died unexpectedly at the age of 61. Dave, a well-known figure in the education and charity sectors throughout…

Stoke Lodge Primary School will be hosting their first Big Community Breakfast event on September 9th 2025 at 9.30am. The Big Community Breakfast serves as a catalyst for rebuilding and strengthening community bonds that may have…

Something new for this summer! The Bradley Stoke Town Council are running a Charity Bug Trail - have a day out with the family walking around Bradley Stoke and learning about native bugs and their…

Local BMX star, Eliza French (15), will be travelling to Brisbane, Australia next year as a member of the GB BMX team at the World Championships. Eliza, from Bradley Stoke, has been racing since 2020…