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Patients say they wait too long to see a GP
ALMOST two thirds of patients of a GP practice serving Emersons Green are waiting longer than a week for appointments. Around 650,000 people nationwide took...
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Trees at risk from drought and fires
ARSONISTS set fire to a tree in Emersons Green, days after firefighters warned of the extreme risk caused by drought conditions. The maple tree on...
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The Bristol communities proving environmental action starts close to home
Every community project starts somewhere. With a conversation. A cup of tea. A few people asking, “What if we tried this?” Or simply noticing what...
Lifestyle
Renting law is changing on 1st May – find out what it means for you
Tenants and landlords in South Gloucestershire are being advised to find out what a landmark new law that comes into effect on 1 May means for them....
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Scout hut future in doubt
THE future of Pucklechurch Scout Hut is in doubt following the closure of the village Scout group. The 50-year-old building, which is on land owned...
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New advice service
NEW face-to-face drop-in advice sessions in Lyde Green have been launched by Citizens Advice South Gloucestershire. Sessions funded by Emersons Green Town Council are being...
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Community nature reserve celebrates first year
A PROJECT to make Emersons Green a thriving haven for wildlife has celebrated a successful first year. Emersons Green Community Nature Reserve was set up...
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Two boxes to save lives
A NEW red box on the side of Emersons Green Village Hall could prove to be a lifesaver. The bleed control kit has been attached...
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Enjoy your third age
MORE than 100 people came to Page Park to find out more about a group helping older people to ‘learn, laugh and live’. Visitors tried...
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Cricket season reaches a crescendo
AT the time of writing, the Carsons & Mangotsfield 1st XI remain the club’s strongest promotion hope, sitting firmly in the mix near the top...
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Flyers ready for take-off
DOWNEND Flyers have welcomed experienced coaches and the return of under-18s football as the new season approaches. The Women’s 1st team warmly welcomes Kyle Edwards...
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Cups bring cheer to Mangos
THE FA Cup and FA Vase gave Mangotsfield United their first wins of the season. As the Voice went to print, the Mangos had yet...
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Boxers bring back gold and silver from Riviera
DOWNEND Boxing Club came back with two medals from this year’s Riviera Box Cup. The tournament took place on the weekend of August 8-9 at...