Scouting in the community

Nov 15, 2023 | Local News

Sharing is CaringAs 2023 draws to a close, we look back on another successful year of Scouting. Wotton Scout Group now has a record number of members, with 147 young people and over 40 adult volunteers. We also have 8 Young Leaders, some of whom are volunteering as...

Remembering Terry Luker

Nov 15, 2023 | Local News

Sharing is Caring(Article and Photo – Matt Bigwood) Tributes have been paid to Terry Luker who died suddenly at home last month at the age of 73. He was well known for publishing old pictures of the area from his vast collection on the I Love Wotton Facebook...

Were reviewing polling stations and we need the public’s views

Oct 31, 2023 | Local News

Sharing is Caring  Everyone who votes in the Stroud district can comment on a review which will ensure polling stations are accessible to all. Stroud District Council is required by law to review polling districts and polling places (the building or area where...

Used car travels in an 04 Ford Focus Zetec

Oct 27, 2023 | Motoring

Sharing is Caring  Article and Photography: Martin Hall Before the advent of the car, travelling around the country was difficult, not impossible, but time consuming and dangerous. Early cart sharing schemes were a disaster whilst maps were rare and warned of...

THE GOLDEN ORIOLE

Oct 27, 2023 | Nature

Sharing is Caring  By Christiane Goaziou The Golden Oriole is a magnificent bird, the size of a blackbird or a thrush. Its length is 24 cms, its wingspan between 44 and 47 cms and its weight between 56 and 59 grams. Its life span is eight to twelve years. Its...