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'I was not living a normal life, I was surviving'
A woman says she survived a nine-year relationship with her abusive ex-partner by shrinking herself "as small as I possibly could to fit in line with his rules". Darren Kingscott, 54, of no fixed abode, was convicted of one count of engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour in an intimate relationship on 22 October. Tashya told the BBC she had lost "every singe bit of confidence she had in herself", and even contemplated ending her own life to escape the daily torment.
Farm shop struggling as roadworks hit trade
Follow Farm shop struggling as roadworks hit trade Mae Davage; David Smith - Gloucestershire Wed, October 28, 2026 at 9:22 AM EDT Ben Lockree said traffic was flowing smoothly but customers were still deterred from visiting Over Farm [BBC] Staff at a farm shop have blamed major roadworks for causing a drop in footfall.
Homes target 'risks changing the character of the Cotswolds'
Moreton-in-Marsh is set to have the most homes built with a current goal of 2,217 A controversial housing target set by the government is at risk of "changing the character of the Cotswolds," says a local MP. Cotswold District Council's housing target has been more than doubled from 500 to more than 1,000 a year. The plans have generated significant backlash in affected areas and would lead to an approximate 40% increase on the district's current 44,000 homes over 20 years.
Teenager on bike injured after collision with car
A teenage boy has been taken to hospital with serious injuries after being knocked from his bike in a collision with a car. The 15-year-old boy collided with the car on Cole Avenue in Gloucester, close to the junction with Tuffley Lane, at approximately 18:20 GMT on 26 October 2026. The boy, who was heading towards Podsmead, was taken to hospital by emergency services who attended the scene shortly after.
Why dozens of buildings are turning purple this month
Dozens of buildings are being lit up in a purple glow this month to celebrate a big accolade. Throughout October, the colour is being projected onto buildings to promote that an area has achieved The Purple Flag accreditation, which Cheltenham has been part of for 11 years. It is handed to places across the UK and Ireland that excel in safety, diversity, cleanliness and vibrancy in evening and night-time experiences.
Church hosts first wedding 'in living memory'
Marc and Roz were legally married in a registry office in Cheltenham before having their ceremony at the church A man from Cheltenham who was the first person to have a marriage ceremony in his local church "in living memory" has started a fundraising campaign to repair its bell. Marc Minall and his new wife Roz had the ceremony in Woodmancote Church on 17 October 2026, using a nightclub speaker to play the sound of ringing bells as they left the church.
Tablets Romans used to curse others going on show
Follow Tablets Romans used to curse others going on show Mae Davage - Gloucestershire Tue, October 20, 2026 at 11:10 AM EDT The Romans would conceal the tablets and believed that they would remain effective for as long as they stayed hidden [Cotswold District Council] A rare set of Roman 'curse' stone tablets are going on show in the UK for the first time.
Gloucester Assize of Ale looking for 'conner'
Follow Gloucester Assize of Ale looking for 'conner' Mae Davage - Gloucestershire Tue, October 20, 2026 at 1:26 AM EDT The event has been organised to coincide with 'Big Pub Bash' organised by Gloucester Business Improvement District (BID) [Ross Campbell] An ancient tradition which sees a city sheriff tour pubs to rate the quality of their beet is returning to Gloucester on Thursday.
Urban explorers at empty hotel could be arrested
Trespassers breaking into the empty site of a seaside hotel risk being arrested after a closure order was put in place to tackle anti-social behaviour. North Somerset Council sought the order for the Grand Atlantic Hotel in Weston-super-Mare after repeated break-ins since its closure for a multi-million pound revamp in 2025.
Racecourse set to reopen after major revamp
An additional undercover space, nicknamed The Retreat, has been built Cheltenham racecourse is set to reopen after a major revamp to improve the track's drainage. Three fixtures, scheduled to take place in April and May, were cancelled for improvement works to take place following a wet winter which caused issues on the tracks. The upgrade of the 600 metres (1,968 ft) drain started in April, as well as the redevelopment of some bars and undercover spaces.
Police warn online grooming of children is 'getting easier'
Experts are urging parents to talk to their children amid warnings online grooming is becoming "quicker" and "easier" than ever before. Childline said Snapchat, TikTok and Instagram were the top platforms children named in counselling about online sexual abuse last year. The companies have been approached for comment. Avon and Somerset Police's child exploitation prevention officer Andri Nicolau said children as young as five can be targeted through social media, gaming and messaging platforms.
Professor shares 'most important thing to do' when someone is grieving
Mae Davage; Chloe Harcombe - West of England; John Darvall - BBC Radio Bristol Knowing what to say or how to support someone after a bereavement can be difficult. Fear of saying the wrong thing or intruding at a sensitive time can leave people worried about getting it wrong and avoiding reaching out altogether. But Dr Lesel Dawson, from the University of Bristol, said this is the worst thing people can do.
'Knowing how to react when someone dies is hard - here's the most important thing to do'
Dr Lesel Dawson encourages bereaved people to talk about their feelings in order to cope with grief Dr Lesel Dawson, co-director of Good Grief Weston, says avoiding grief is not a good way to cope. Knowing what to say or how to support someone after a bereavement can be difficult. Fear of saying the wrong thing or intruding at a sensitive time can leave people worried about getting it wrong and avoiding reaching out altogether.
Mum faces heart transplant wait far from home
A mother says it is "awful" to be separated from her family as she waits for a heart transplant 150 miles (240km) from home. Charlotte Gibbs, who lives on the outskirts of Bristol, has already spent three weeks in hospital in Cambridge, with her family making a seven-hour round trip each weekend to see her. The mother-of-two said: "They're exhausted.
Residents living in 'limbo' after Fairford incident
Residents living close to RAF Fairford have said that they are "living in limbo" following the recent arrests near the base. More than 80 households in the village of Whelford were evacuated from their homes on 27 September 2026 after a major incident was declared near the airbase. Seven people have been arrested in connection to the incident but no one has been charged.
Uncertainty over ticket refunds at closed theatre
Follow Uncertainty over ticket refunds at closed theatre Mae Davage; Mel Everett - Somerset Thu, October 8, 2026 at 1:21 AM EDT Tickets for the rest of the Brewhouse's October shows will remain valid. [BBC] A ticketholder for a theatre performance cancelled when a venue announced its closure says she is disappointed not to have been offered a refund yet.
Carnival stopped mid-procession due to gas leak
A carnival in Somerset was cancelled midway through its procession due to a gas leak. The organisers of the Ilminster Carnival were forced to cancel the planned procession on Saturday after a gas leak was found near the start of the route. Organisers said the decision to cancel the remainder of the carnival was made at 20:55 BST, adding that "the safety of our entrants, spectators, volunteers and emergency responders was our priority throughout".
Glastonbury 2027 tickets sell out in 42 minutes
Tickets for Glastonbury Festival 2027 sold out in 42 minutes, organisers have said. Thousands of people joined the online queue at 09:00 BST in the hope of securing tickets to the festival at Worthy Farm in Somerset, which returns from 23 to 27 June after a fallow year. Organisers confirmed last month that tickets for the weekend were at their highest price ever - £408, including a £5 booking fee per ticket - an increase of £29.50 from the last event in 2025.
Grammar test change will allow 'fairer testing'
FSCE tests are currently used by 12 grammar schools nationally Moving the grammar school entrance test date from October to July will create "fairer testing", a headteacher says. The seven grammar schools in Gloucestershire have changed their entrance exam provider to Future Stories Community Enterprise (FSCE), meaning those in the county will take their 11+ at the end of year five rather than at the start of year six.
Grammar test change will allow 'fairer testing'
Follow Grammar test change will allow 'fairer testing' Mae Davage - Gloucestershire Wed, September 30, 2026 at 10:13 AM EDT FSCE tests are currently used by 12 grammar schools nationally [Pate's Grammar School] Moving the grammar school entrance test date from October to July will create "fairer testing", a headteacher says.
Evacuated Fairford residents 'keen to return home'
People living near an RAF base who were evacuated from their homes due to a major police incident have said they are "shaken" and "keen to return". Five men were arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences after a major incident was declared at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Sunday. They have since been released on bail. More than 80 households in the nearby Cotswold village of Whelford were evacuated on Sunday morning and the BBC understands some are now returning home.
Evacuated Fairford residents 'keen to return home'
People living near an RAF base who were evacuated from their homes due to a major police incident have said they are "shaken" and "keen to return". Five men were arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences after a major incident was declared at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Sunday. They have since been released on bail. More than 80 households in the nearby Cotswold village of Whelford were evacuated on Sunday morning and the BBC understands some are now returning home.
Evacuated Fairford residents 'keen to return home'
Displaced residents were first directed to the rest centre at Cirencester Leisure Centre People living near an RAF base who were evacuated from their homes due to a major police incident have said they are "shaken" and "keen to return". Five men were arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences after a major incident was declared at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Sunday. They have since been released on bail.
Evacuated Fairford residents 'keen to return home'
People living near an RAF base who were evacuated from their homes due to a major police incident have said they are "shaken" and "keen to return". Five men were arrested on suspicion of explosive and terrorism offences after a major incident was declared at RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire on Sunday. They have since been released on bail. More than 80 households in the nearby Cotswold village of Whelford were evacuated on Sunday morning and the BBC understands some are now returning home.
Evacuated Fairford residents 'keen to return home'
Mae Davage Mon, 28 September 2026 at 5:17 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Displaced residents were first directed to the rest centre at Cirencester Leisure Centre [BBC] People living near an RAF base who were evacuated from their homes due to a major police incident have said they are "shaken" and "keen to return".
Evacuated Fairford residents 'keen to return home'
Mae Davage Mon 28 September 2026 at 5:17 pm UTC 3 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Displaced residents were first directed to the rest centre at Cirencester Leisure Centre [BBC] People living near an RAF base who were evacuated from their homes due to a major police incident have said they are "shaken" and "keen to return".
Low-cost food pantry awarded £272k lottery grant
Follow Low-cost food pantry awarded £272k lottery grant Thu, September 17, 2026 at 1:12 AM EDT Alongside the pantries, Oasis Hub Bath in the city centre hosts multiple community projects and services [Jo Dolby] A community hub and food pantry has been awarded £272,702, which managers say will cover its main costs for the next three years. Oasis Hub Bath, which opened in the city centre in 2018, has two affordable food pantries that support around 600 people each week.
InventHelp Inventor Develops Repositioning Device for Patients (MBQ-965)
The BathMat gently raises critically ill patients who need to be placed on their front for many hours Trials of an inflatable pillow developed to make moving ventilated patients lying on their front easier and safer have found it reduces the demands on ICU teams. The BathMat was created by the University of Bath and Royal United Hospitals (RUH) to be used under a prone patient's chest and abdomen to raise them.
InventHelp Inventor Develops Improved Beside Tray Table for Hospital Beds (KXK-138)
The BathMat gently raises critically ill patients who need to be placed on their front for many hours Trials of an inflatable pillow developed to make moving ventilated patients lying on their front easier and safer have found it reduces the demands on ICU teams. The BathMat was created by the University of Bath and Royal United Hospitals (RUH) to be used under a prone patient's chest and abdomen to raise them.
Jaw pain woman says NHS 'wants to leave me to die'
Naomi Smith said she was in constant pain A woman who can only open her jaw 14mm wide and has lived in "constant pain for 30 years" has said she feels that the NHS "wants to leave her to die". Mother-of-four Naomi Smith, 48, from Stroud in Gloucestershire, said the jaw pain had deteriorated to a point where she was "barely able to eat or drink".
Jaw pain woman says NHS 'wants to leave me to die'
A woman who can only open her jaw 14mm wide and has lived in "constant pain for 30 years" has said she feels that the NHS "wants to leave her to die". Mother-of-four Naomi Smith, 48, from Stroud in Gloucestershire, said the jaw pain had deteriorated to a point where she was "barely able to eat or drink".
ICU pillow device aids care of sickest patients
Follow ICU pillow device aids care of sickest patients Mae Davage; Ross Pollard - BBC News, Somerset Tue, September 15, 2026 at 1:14 AM EDT The BathMat gently raises critically ill patients who need to be placed on their front for many hours [BBC] Trials of an inflatable pillow developed to make moving ventilated patients lying on their front easier and safer have found it reduces the demands on ICU teams.
ICU pillow device aids care of sickest patients
The BathMat gently raises critically ill patients who need to be placed on their front for many hours Trials of an inflatable pillow developed to make moving ventilated patients lying on their front easier and safer have found it reduces the demands on ICU teams. The BathMat was created by the University of Bath and Royal United Hospitals (RUH) to be used under a prone patient's chest and abdomen to raise them.
'Harmful status quo meant my Mum died alone'
Mae Davage Fri, 11 September 2026 at 4:51 pm UTC 2 min read Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Labour MP Claire Hazelgrove's mother died in October 2025 [Getty Images] A Bristol MP who has spoken out in support of the assisted dying bill said the current "harmful status quo" led to her mother dying alone.
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