Ghost of Avon haunts with fears over 'Greater Bristol' region Monday, September 22, 2025 avon northsomerset weca devolution bristol council governance mayoral consultation localgovernment North Somerset Council has initiated a year-long formal process to join the West of England Combined Authority (WECA), reigniting fears about a return to the much-maligned County of Avon. At the contentious council meeting on … Read More
Airport Staff Cycle 160 Miles to Raise Record £87k for Air Ambulance Friday, September 19, 2025 bristol airport charity cycling fundraising airambulance gwaac community healthcare teamwork Bristol Airport staff embarked on a remarkable two-day cycling challenge, covering 160 miles to raise a record-breaking £87,000 for the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC). The dedicated team, including Bristol … Read More
Neighbours 'Heartbroken' After Racially Motivated Shooting of Nine-Year-Old Girl Friday, September 19, 2025 shooting racism bristol airgun police trauma community investigation hatecrime neighbour Neighbours in Bristol have expressed shock and heartbreak following a racially motivated shooting involving a nine-year-old girl. The incident occurred around 1.30pm on Chakeshill Drive, Brentry, when the young victim was … Read More
Nine-Year-Old Girl Shot in Racially Motivated Airgun Attack in Bristol Wednesday, September 17, 2025 bristol airgun assault racism investigation police victim trauma scooter support A nine-year-old girl was shot three times with a pellet from an airgun in what police are treating as a racially aggravated attack. The incident took place around 1:30 pm on Chakeshill Drive in Brentry, Bristol. Although the … Read More
Jet2 Launches Extensive Christmas Market Flights from Bristol Airport Wednesday, September 17, 2025 jet2 bristol christmas markets flights holidays tallinn prague vienna getaways With the festive season less than 100 days away, excitement is building as travelers start planning their holiday escapes. While Bristol offers plenty to enjoy during Christmas, many individuals, couples, families, and groups … Read More
Bristol First Bus Strikes: What to Expect and How Somerset Services Will Be Affected Monday, September 15, 2025 strike bristol firstbus transport paydispute publictransport somerset unite industrialaction congestion sport Drivers at two of the three First Bus depots in Bristol are set to strike from Tuesday through Friday, following the rejection of a revised pay offer. This four-day industrial action threatens to bring Bristol’s road network … Read More