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Council refuses to act on banned waste
A COMPOST farm near Thornbury is making a mockery of planning regulations, residents have claimed this week, following the discovery that a ban on the waste material is being overlooked.
Hero OAP reunited with old sweetheart
A YATE pensioner has been reunited with her long-lost childhood sweetheart after watching a news bulletin which told of his bravery.
Operators hit back
QUARRY bosses have defended their application for round the clock production after facing criticism from local residents.
Elderly homes plan
A STATE-of-the-art housing complex for the elderly is to be built in Yate as part of a multi-million pound housing scheme.
Plans for new library under fire
CONSERVATION campaigners have renewed attacks on the design of Thornbury's proposed new library.
Accident blackspot nursery is approved
PLANS for a toddlers' day nursery close to an accident blackspot in Thornbury have been narrowly approved.
Fun for all on the village green
IRON ACTON played host to a packed programme of May Day celebrations and celebrated much loved spring time traditions this Bank Holiday Monday.
Environment on this school's curriculum
A MULTI-MILLION project to create an environmentally friendly school in Yate has begun, much to the excitement of staff and pupils.
Celebrations in the May Day sun
THE streets of Winterbourn Down were bustling with revellers enjoying the fine Bank Holiday weather at the weekend.
Drive for modern theatre venue
ARTS campaigners are forging ahead with moves to create a 21st century performance venue in Thornbury.
Parents back school merger
PARENTS and teachers have given the thumbs up to the proposed merging of two Severnside primary schools into one multi-million pound school.
Grand turnout at model exhibition
MODEL railway enthusiasts were chuffed following this year's Bristol Model Railway Exhibition at Thornbury Leisure Centre.
Campaign goes to Ombudsman
THE final last-ditch bid to save Frenchay Hospital was launched this week as campaigners took their fight to the Parliamentary Ombudsman.
Sun shines on May Day fun
THE Maypole was up, the flags were flying and there were smiles all round at this year's Tytherington May Day fair.
Anger as BT hang up on phone booths
THE future of traditional payphones in villages across South Gloucestershire is on the line.
Woman's plea for return of pet tortoises
AN URGENT appeal is being made by a Wickwar woman to trace two unusual family pets.
Panels of the past
INFORMATION panels illustrating the geological history of South Gloucestershire have been put up across the district.
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