Archive
This page lists all posts published in The Journal since we launched in December 2007.
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Index
- 2012: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
- 2011: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
- 2010: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
- 2009: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
- 2008: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
- 2007: Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
February 2012
- Prowler: Man charged with indecent exposure and burglary
- Council seeks views on residential parking space quotas
January 2012
- More consultation on Bradley Stoke Way road safety measures
- Man arrested in Bradley Stoke prowler enquiry
- Commonwealth medals for Bradley Stoke judo pair
- Willow Brook road humps in the news (again)
- Town Council freezes its share of Council Tax
- Police warn householders after reports of garden prowler
- Jobs under threat as Peacocks goes into administration
- Councillors to debate beer festival enquiry
- Chance to learn hedge-laying at Wheatfield School
- Council prepares to slash youth provision budget
- Full closure of M4 westbound tonight near Bristol
- Event to showcase "outstanding talent in the community"
- Congratulations to the winner of our Anytime Fitness competition!
- Limited success for local transport schemes at area forum
- Residents warned of overnight works about to start on M4
- BSCS student seeks business sponsorship for Peru expedition
- Bradley Stoke: Review of 2011
December 2011
- Royal Mail says "no" to new post office for Bradley Stoke
- Last chance to win a year's free gym membership at Anytime Fitness
- Nominations open for 2012 Outstanding Women's Awards
- Happy Christmas from The Journal!
- Have your say on Bradley Stoke Way road safety measures
- South Glos to work with Wiltshire on broadband
- Santander agency celebrates first anniversary
- Bus rapid transit scheme gets green light from Government
- Community partnership delivers baskets of good cheer
- Three Brooks pub to introduce pay and display parking
- Tardy Councils ordered to expedite broadband plans
- Town Council at odds with customers over Aldi delivery hours
- Bradley Stoke Way road safety to be debated at Council tonight
- Plenty of local successes at South Glos sports awards
- Appeal after indecent remarks made to teenage girl in Ormonds Close
- A celebration of cookery by young chefs at BSCS
- Radio station awarded full-time FM licence by Ofcom
- Council starts (another) broadband survey - but did you know?
- Odds shift against rapid transit scheme for Bradley Stoke
- Poo-powered car visits Holy Trinity Primary School
- Bradley Stoke Radio starts two week FM transmission
- Youngsters encouraged to have their say
- The sky's the limit for local opticians
- Win a year's free gym membership at Anytime Fitness in Bradley Stoke
November 2011
- Schools and public services set to be hit by strikes
- Area Forum to consider local transport schemes
- BSCS creates new Associate Headteacher role
- Argos now open in Bradley Stoke (a day early!)
- Survey proves demand for better post office services
- Cricket club nets fencing from McCarthy & Stone
- New gym to open soon at the Willow Brook Centre
- Free vouchers on offer at Bradley Stoke's new Argos store
- Calling all artists - do you want to join a Stokes Art Group?
- First 5th Dan for Bradley Stoke Judo Club
- Willow Brook Christmas lights switch-on event this Thursday
- Opticians kit out primary school kids with hi-vis vests
- Aldi store seeks to extend permitted working and delivery hours
- Bradley Stoke Children in Need events start this weekend
- Councils reveal interim measures following youth club closure
- Party night to relaunch Almondsbury's jazzed up Swan Hotel
- New recruits for Community Speed Watch team
- Bradley Stoke schools benefit from Tesco voucher scheme
- Another record crowd for Bradley Stoke fireworks
- Appeal to locate missing Bradley Stoke woman
- Weekend what's on: From fashion to fireworks
- New bike repair service will come to you
- Exhibition to explain M4/M5 managed motorway scheme
October 2011
- Local poppy appeal launched at Parkway Station
- Patchway fireworks shop now open!
- Council reveals road safety improvement plans
- Wheatfield Drive MS Therapy Centre takes shape
- Hockey club confirmed as world record holders
- Council to draft proposal for second toucan crossing
- Housing development leads to clampdown in pub car park
- Bradley Stoke Radio to broadcast on FM in lead up to Christmas
- Coming soon: The Bradley Stoke Fashion Fayre
- 2011 firework display to be attended by Queen's representative
- Club's first mountain bike ride a success - more to come
- Road safety improvements petition to be officially launched
- Netball club gains national recognition with Clubmark award
- Local groups appeal for votes to help win NatWest grants
- Charity to offer rent-free space at community hub
- Town Council bemoans increase in vandalism
- Secondary school on track for academy conversion in new year
- Argos begins recruitment for new Bradley Stoke store
- Headteacher seeks urgent review of road safety measures
- Town Council's shabby bus shelters to be replaced
September 2011
- Serious accident closes Bradley Stoke Way
- Exhibitions on the future of Filton Airfield
- Town Council staff treated to £600 of Mall vouchers
- New pharmacy opens at Bradley Stoke Surgery
- Argos to open "before Christmas" in Bradley Stoke
- Last call for Trench Lane Car Boot Sale in 2011
- Makeover model Mary "relaxed" about catwalk debut
- Tone up and burn body fat at the Little Stoke 'bootcamp'
- Councils stand fast on street light switch-off
- Santander agency branch re-opens under new management
- BSTFC clubhouse opens at the Jubilee Centre
- Public meeting to discuss future of Filton Airfield
- Speed Watch volunteers accused of "hiding" behind road sign
- Cycling club to stage its first-ever mountain bike ride
- Bradley Stoke set to disappear from constituency name
- Council consults on roundabout casualty reduction measures
- Local residents feature in paper's 9/11 anniversary series
- Heritage Open Day at Winterbourne Barn
- MP to run half marathon in aid of British Legion
- Traffic calming measures on the way at Willow Brook Centre
- Police offer security advice after spate of bike thefts
- Maths and English study centre to open new Saturday class
- Community radio station to entertain Willow Brook shoppers
- Consultation opens on Pear Tree Road crossing scheme
August 2011
- Bus changes set to be discussed at Area Forum
- Another good set of GCSE results for BSCS
- Cardboard recycling bags available for collection
- Summer of Fun event for 5 to 12-year-olds this weekend
- Police appeal for information after man assaulted near Savages Wood
- History repeated as Santander branch closes
- Bus changes are bad news for south of town
- Youth clubs facing uncertain future after Councils withdraw funding
- Vacant town centre office space could be converted to gym
July 2011
- Little Stoke civic amenity site to begin closing on Wednesdays
- South Glos Cabinet approves £51 million bus rapid transit bid
- Community thanked for sending Royal Wedding congratulations card
- Street light switch-off violates human rights says Councillor
- Second meeting of the Willow Brook mums' club
- Tesco Extra staff raise over £200 for dementia charity
- Bradley Stoke Radio to apply for full-time FM licence
- BSCS ploughs on with academy plan despite partnership setbacks
- Discontent rises as street light switch-off programme is completed
- School children get healthy eating lesson at Harvester
- Sponsored cycle ride to raise funds for British Legion
- Funding boost helped get MS Therapy Centre construction underway
- Awards for BSYFC at GFA presentation evening
- 10,000km London to Delhi charity cycle ride underway
June 2011
- Family fun day and football tournament at BSLC this Saturday
- Police newsletter: Dealing with cannabis and speed
- Two arrested after night-time burglary
- Holy Trinity Primary School rated "good" by Ofsted
- MBE for Bradley Stoke legal services expert
- New hair & beauty salon to open on 16th July
- Work set to begin on Brook Way raised table crossing
- Paul Burling to guest on Bradley Stoke Radio
- Willow Brook Centre launches mums' breakfast club
- Appeal for information after racially aggravated assault
- Rain fails to dampen spirits of 10k runners
- Another big crowd for Festival Saturday
- 2011 Community Festival gets underway today
- Tonight 7pm: The Big Debate on 87.7 FM
- Construction of MS Therapy Centre finally gets underway
- Wildlife expert to lead Three Brooks Nature Reserve walk
- Bradley Stoke Radio launched on 87.7 FM
- Bradley Stoke 10k close to capacity with one week to go
- Bradley Stoke Radio set to commence first FM broadcast
- Faulty software leads to more street light problems
May 2011
- Police investigate floodlight collapse at Brook Way Youth Club
- Hockey club claims new world record after 31 hour match
- Estate agent sponsors "safe parking" signs at Meadowbrook School
- Hockey world record attempt underway at BSCS
- Radio station to stage pre-launch event this weekend
- "Too much sun" upsets upgraded street lights
- Lopresti willing to attend Gay Pride event says new Town Councillor
- Hair and beauty salon to open at Willow Brook
- Mayor raises record £10k for St Peter's Hospice
- Library to stage BBC Domesday Reloaded event
- Mixed fortunes for the Three Brooks cygnets
- Community School starts formal consultation on academy status
- Dog show raises over £400 for greyhound rescue charity
- Bradley Stoke couple seek support for Philippines mission trip
- Glider video shows Bradley Stoke from the air
- Clean sweep for Conservatives in Bradley Stoke
- Voting underway in Local Elections & AV Referendum
- AV Referendum: 'No' camp shouts the loudest in Bradley Stoke
- Election Week: More Town Council candidates this year
- Fun Dog Show to be staged in Town Square
- Garrett Drive street party benefits breast cancer charity
- Election week: On the doorstep with candidates
April 2011
- Royal Wedding party marred by big screen failure
- Decent forecast for Royal Wedding community 'street' party
- Last chance to comment on McCarthy & Stone retirement home plans
- Bradley Stoke's Royal Wedding 'street' party to feature on BBC
- Four former-Mayors say goodbye to Town Council
- Reserve your place in the 2011 Bradley Stoke 10k
- Street light switch-off resumes after being halted due to complaints
- Minister discusses broadband improvement options with SGC
- Trench Lane car boot sale to re-open on 1st May
- Book now for free music, dance and drama festival!
- Cup Final victory for BSTFC
- Conservatives launch South Glos manifesto
- BSCS to host hockey world record attempt
- Safer and Stronger Group meets at Baileys Court
- Bradley Stoke Radio to hit the airwaves in June
- Deputy Prime Minister's Bradley Stoke visit axed
- Exchange visit from Champs-sur-Marne students
- Filton (0117) to get BT superfast broadband in 2012
- Liberal Democrats' broadband meeting hears from BT and Virgin
- Chloe's run raises £400 for fire tragedy family
- Man trapped for four hours in recycling bin
- New Cub pack and Scout troop opened at BSCS
- South Glos Labour launch election manifesto
March 2011
- Community rallies round to support fire victims
- Decision imminent on Manor Farm Crescent overnight gating plan
- Shoe firm's promotion helps baby charity
- BSCS karting team to compete in national final
- Liberal Democrats launch South Glos manifesto
- Mayor gripped by cup fever as BSTFC prepare for final
- Two children die in Bradley Stoke house fire
- BSCS students campaign against university tuition fees
- Willow Brook car wash to open next week
- Pear Tree Road crossing scheme wins funding
- Tories trumpet Council Tax freeze
- BSCS delays consultation on academy conversion
- Fashion show and awards evening to mark International Women's Day
- Fuel leak closes Tesco petrol filling station
- A38 bus lane opens after months of disruption
- Sponsored dog walk to mark charity's anniversary
February 2011
- Four local groups in line up for Area Forum grants
- Last chance to enter the 2011 Bradley Stoke Aquathlon
- Indian Night to raise funds for BSCS World Challenge trip
- Appeal for witnesses after cyclist hurt in Bradley Stoke Way accident
- Plans unveiled for Royal Wedding party at the Jubilee Centre
- End of the road for Willow Brook pizza plans?
- Boy injured in Leisure Centre car park collision
- Bowls Club celebrates first anniversary
- Manor Farm Crescent pedestrian access point set to be locked overnight
- Council under fire over recycling collections
- Trench Lane car boot sale could cease following police objections
- Rapid transit scheme still in with a chance
- Street light switch-off set to start in April
- £58k extra funding for Bradley Stoke youth work
- Councillors to inspect proposed Domino’s Pizza site
- Radio station offers free training workshops
January 2011
- Police beat post now open at the Willow Brook Centre
- Discount youth travel scheme promoted at BSCS
- Opening date for Boots store announced
- Transport Minister at BSCS on Cycling City visit
- Sign up now for February half term cycling courses!
- Plans for town centre retirement homes announced
- Murder suspect was arrested in Wheatfield Drive
- Busy agenda for Safer and Stronger meeting
- Author aims to bring hope to parents of autistic children
- A38 disruption set to continue until end of January
- Meadowbrook Primary School rated “good” by Ofsted inspectors
- Win a year's free swimming at Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre
- St John Ambulance seeks helpers for new youth groups in Stoke Gifford
- Floodlights sabotaged at Brook Way Youth Club
- Happy New Year from The Journal!
December 2010
- Town Council objects to Willow Brook takeaway pizza plans
- Dog rescued from icy Three Brooks lake
- On yer bike for last minute Christmas shopping!
- Race to Infinity: Almondsbury joins leaderboard in 14th place
- Abigail doing well after operation in USA
- MPs attend Big Society debate in Bradley Stoke
- £5,000 grant will fund community radio station
- Boots jobs up for grabs at new Bradley Stoke store
- Conservatives help pull in the votes for faster broadband
- Appeal for help to find missing girl
- Could Bradley Stoke become a city?
- Domino's pizza store could open in Willow Brook car park
- Almondsbury reaches 800 votes in broadband upgrade race
- Young chefs cook up a feast in Rotary Club competition
- BSCS takes next step on road to academy status
- Drop-in session to discuss part-night street lighting proposals
- Race to Infinity votes surge after leaflet drop
November 2010
- Abigail featured in BBC1 West documentary
- Fireworks display may have to move due to safety concerns
- Battle of the 100-hour pharmacies takes shape
- Final week for Willow Brook competition entries
- MP welcomes business support for Bradley Stoke broadband campaign
- Kerbside plastic and food waste collections begin next week
- Panasonic store to open soon in Bradley Stoke
- Residents invited to free preview at Bradley Stoke's new Harvester restaurant
- Brook Way crossing little changed after public consultation
- Volunteers sought for Better Broadband campaign
- More misery for motorists as A38 roadworks overrun
- Battle of the Bands Final gets the crowd swaying
- Willow Brook Clinic celebrates first anniversary
- Diwali celebration returns to the Town Square
- Bowsland Green Primary School rated "good" by Ofsted
- 2010 Fireworks Display to raise funds for St Peter's Hospice
- Local bands to battle it out for 2011 Festival slot
October 2010
- Cyclist assaulted and robbed by youths
- More national medals for Bradley Stoke Judo
- Better Broadband campaign off to a flying start
- School clamps down on Miss Sexy trousers
- Police seek witnesses after church defaced with racist graffiti
- Safer and Stronger Group meets to discuss local issues
- Twinning Association group visits Champs-sur-Marne
- Community radio team attends Radio Academy talk at BBC Bristol
- Farmers' market will "bring the countryside back into Bradley Stoke"
- Harvester interviewing next week in Bradley Stoke
- Views sought on Brook Way raised table crossing
- Bradley Stoke Poundstretcher jobs come on stream
- Pub Watch Scheme hailed a success after first year
- Mayor branded "dictatorial" over secret talks on youth spending
- Last chance to book tickets for Happy's Circus
- Vote now to help bring faster broadband to Bradley Stoke!
- Community Showcase exemplifies 'Big Society', says Mayor
- Poundstretcher store to open in Bradley Stoke
- This Saturday: Community Showcase event in the Town Square
September 2010
- Cyclist thrashes driver in Aztec West rush hour challenge
- Medals for Bradley Stoke juniors at national judo championships
- Fire crews called to Brook Way stolen car blaze
- McDonald's staff to help tidy the town
- Bradley Stoke roofer stars in Mall fashion show
- Last call for Trench Lane Car Boot Sale in 2010
- Hairdressers go pink in support of breast cancer charity
- Town Council puts monthly spending data online
- Paul Burling show to raise funds for BSCS student's World Challenge trip
- Bin collection day to change for many streets in Bradley Stoke
- Bike versus car in Aztec West rush hour challenge
- Farmers' market to be trialled after Willow Brook stores relent
- Bradley Stoke Way CCTV cameras are counting traffic says Council
- Bands contest to raise funds for BSCS trip to India
- Weekend events in and around Bradley Stoke
- Willow Brook dog show raises over £800 for rescue charity
- MP opens constituency office in Bradley Stoke
- Another route axed as bus timetables change
- Another "value retailer" likely to open at the Willow Brook Centre
August 2010
- Local organisations in line for share of £23k grant fund
- Man to be charged in connection with Brook Way robbery
- BSCS "delighted" with first Year 11 GCSE results
- Boots store and regional office coming to Bradley Stoke
- Youth row prompts Councillors to walk out of meeting
- Harvester restaurant to open in Town Square
- Charity wins appeal in MS therapy centre planning row
- Willow Brook store vetoes Town Council farmers' market initiative
- Bradley Stoke Post-16 Centre nears completion
- Orienteering Challenge to raise funds for Barnardo's children's charity
- MP joins the fight for faster broadband in Bradley Stoke
- Text now for free fish and chips on Friday!
- Fair will showcase community groups and businesses
- Town Council looks to kick-start allotment land search
- Residents call for Willow Brook access routes to be blocked
July 2010
- New bank to rise from the ashes at Willow Brook
- Summer play schemes up and running in Bradley Stoke
- Summer Reading Challenge launched at library re-opening
- Park celebrates first anniversary with party for children of all ages
- Radio station to host open evening for new members
- Work begins on park and ride site near Parkway Station
- Family-run chippy opens in Town Square
- Brace of meetings to discuss Manor Farm anti-social behaviour problems
- Bradley Stoke man appointed Vice Chair of hate crime advisory group
- Library re-opens after extension work
- Police step up patrols after spate of car vandalism
- Water supplies could be affected by mains work
- Council rejects MS therapy centre's Wheatfield Drive access plan
- Abigail sets her sights on USA trip for life-changing operation
June 2010
- BSCS registers interest in becoming an academy
- Community radio station finds its voice
- New MP makes maiden speech in The Commons
- Bristol school group latest to take on the Green Man Challenge
- Brave Toby makes progress after operation in USA
- Press release solves Deputy Town Clerk mystery
- Carved benches set to become talking points
- Biggest ever Bradley Stoke 10k a resounding success
- Another big crowd for Festival Saturday
- Festival Saturday events from 11:30am today
- 2010 Community Festival gets underway today
- Local hosteleries gear up for World Cup bonanza
- Hundreds of properties set to lose water supply tonight
- Councillors to inspect Wheatfield MS therapy centre site
- Wheatfield Primary School rated "good" by Ofsted inspectors
- Residents invited to twinning celebration party
- Another new entry record for the Bradley Stoke 10k Run
- Bradley Stoke impressionist lines up in final of ITV talent show
- Consultation opens on latest draft of South Gloucestershire Core Strategy
- Willow Brook fashion outlet to open on Thursday
May 2010
- BSCS students raise funds for India trip
- Vandals strike again at Jubilee Green play park
- Town Councillors suceed in flattening Baileys Court Road cycle crossing
- Bradley Stoke Surgery introduces online appointment booking system
- Ben Walker is Bradley Stoke's new Mayor
- Parents call for Pear Tree Road crossing to be made safer
- MS therapy centre planning application goes to appeal after Council fails to decide
- Community Shield football tournament to raise funds for Toby
- Have your say at the 2010 Annual Town Meeting
- First class result for Bradley Stoke OU student
- Jack Lopresti clear winner as Labour push Lib Dems into third
- Polling stations open for General Election
- Fish and chip shop to open in Town Square
- General Election battle goes down to the wire
- New bowls club officially opened at Baileys Court
April 2010
- Police take action on drugs following community tip-offs
- Election "expert" predicts narrow Liberal Democrat victory in FABS
- Balloon race raises funds to help Toby walk
- New club for leisure cyclists in and around Bradley Stoke
- Election candidates officially announced
- Peacocks fashion store to open in June
- Christians to quiz FABS General Election candidates
- Deep Blue chip shop suffers fire damage
- Aztec West traffic misery to continue for another fortnight
- Town Council invites residents to join in Big Spring Clean
- Lib Dem candidate passes through town on 'Walk to Westminster'
- BSCS chosen to mentor other schools on behaviour management
- Therapy centre access plan gets thumbs down from residents
- Bus shelters get wired up for real-time information displays
- FABS General Election news roundup (March)
March 2010
- Cricket club seeks players for new season
- Cycle crossing is "obstruction of the highway" says Councillor
- Easter Fun Day this Sunday at Jubilee Green
- Councillors pass comment on town centre road sign proposals
- Five week closure announced as work begins on library extension
- Councillors demand cashback guarantee before considering streetlight switch-off
- Three Brooks gears up for Sport Relief
- BNP to contest Filton and Bradley Stoke seat
- International Women's Day Celebration 2010
- Google Street View comes to Bradley Stoke
- Former world champion David Bryant to officially open new bowls club
- Councils sign contract for youth work in Bradley Stoke
- Bradley Stoke Aquathlon 2010 proves popular
- Councillors get the hump over proposed cycle crossings
- Area forum to decide on £29k of grant funding
- U-turn over access to proposed Wheatfield Drive therapy centre
February 2010
- BSCS students pay tribute to football-loving Ryan
- Surgery comes under fire from Deputy Mayor over footpath obstruction
- Entries open for 2010 Bradley Stoke 10k Run
- South Gloucestershire agrees 2.5% council tax rise for 2010/2011
- Work begins on Bradley Stoke Surgery expansion
- Town Council hit by Jubilee Centre rates hike
- Consultation opens on proposed 'raised table' cycle crossings
- Shock closure of Nationwide Building Society branch
- Bradley Stoke women help build understanding between Muslims and the wider community
- Local students quiz prospective Members of Parliament for Filton and Bradley Stoke
- February half-term activities for children and families in Bradley Stoke
- Friends Group meeting to discuss play park projects
- Conservatives odds on to take Filton and Bradley Stoke in General Election
- Proposed bus rapid transit scheme extended to serve Cribbs Causeway
- Peacocks store to be on two levels
- Bradley Stoke Community Radio moves a step closer
- Are we paying over the odds for fuel at Tesco?
- Consultation opens on proposed parking regulation changes for Pear Tree Road
January 2010
- Town Council lodges objection to plans for motor vehicle sales at Vantage Office Park
- Seating on the way for Willow Brook Centre mall
- Move to set up new bowls club gathers momentum
- Safer and Stronger Group meeting to hear about new Children's Centre
- Councillor ticks off another Bradley Stoke basher
- Peacocks start looking for shop floor staff
- February half term cycling courses announced
- Bin collections running a week behind schedule due to snow
- Town Clerk David Chandler retires after 18 years' service
- Chance to find out about new Sure Start Children's Centre
- Bradley Stoke call centre to close with 300 job losses
- Town Council confirms financial support for local groups
- Meeting called to form new bowls club - but will the Council play ball?
- Most schools set to re-open today
- Snow closes schools in Bradley Stoke
- Business teams sought for this year's Bradley Stoke Aquathlon
- Deadline approaches for International Women's Day nominations and entries
- Peacocks fashion store set to open at Willow Brook
- More bus cuts for Bradley Stoke
December 2009
- Bradley Stoke: Review of 2009
- Willow Brook Centre: one year on (part 2)
- Netball club joins Brook Way exodus
- Grab a free Christmas tree at the Willow Brook Centre
- Happy Christmas from The Journal!
- A38 bus lane scheme amended after feedback from public
- Prospective students give views on sixth form policies
- Jubilee Green play park survey confirms demand for toilets
- Tories welcome new Brook Way crossing but Lib Dems claim the credit
- Peter Tyzack chosen to fight general election for Lib Dems
- Parking fines introduced at the Willow Brook Centre
- Police called in as funds go missing at primary school PTA
- Grobbelaar stars at Baileys Court
- Free bicycle security marking on offer from local police
- Council staff to take questions on bus rapid transit proposals
- Festive season gets underway in Bradley Stoke
- Primary schools' KS2 results published
- Area Forum to discuss Brook Way crossing plan
November 2009
- Secondary school rated "outstanding" by Ofsted inspectors
- Conservative victory in Meadowbank by-election
- Consultation opens on rapid transit plans for Bradley Stoke
- Poetry and photography competition to be new feature of International Women's Day event
- Meadowbank by-election: latest news
- Children's favourite to turn on Christmas lights at the Willow Brook Centre
- Primary school resubmits "contentious" plan for extra parking places
- Free screenings offered in support of Mouth Cancer Action Month
- Dance group secures hat-trick of wins at Welsh Championships
- Curves fitness centre shuts up shop
- Meadowbank by-election campaigns get underway with leaflet drops
- Giant cycle store celebrates opening with stunt show and party
- Pubwatch comes to Bradley Stoke
- Opinions sought on Jubilee Green play park
- Record breaking firework display raises thousands for charities
- Willow Brook Centre collects 300 shoeboxes for charity
- Stunt rider to star in official launch of Giant cycle store
- VIP to open new Pets at Home store
- Candidates announced for Meadowbank by-election
- Resident calls for late night firework sales to be stopped
- Thornbury community radio begins transmissions with increased coverage area
October 2009
- Bush and Troy to front Leisure Centre 10th anniversary celebrations
- Youth club move leads to "confrontation" with netballers
- Pets at Home searches for star pet to open new Bradley Stoke store
- Safer and Stronger Group meeting to hear about fly tipping strategy
- Prospective sixth form students polled over course choices
- Meadowbank by-election looking likely
- Town Council to consider going green
- Postal strike threatens school applications
- Town Square to host Diwali celebrations
- Community volunteers help MCO tackle litter
- Willow Brook Centre: one year on (part 1)
- Open evening to advise on post-16 education
- Chiropractic and physiotherapy clinic to open at the Willow Brook Centre
- Weekend of community events ahead
- Council money helps to get PC back on the beat
- Specsavers opening today at the Willow Brook Centre
- Construction of MS Therapy Centre set to start this month
- Lib Dems set to force by-election after Tory Councillor resigns
- Workwear company jobs at risk
- Council struggles to find to replacement for long-serving Town Clerk
September 2009
- Route and timetable changes on X73 bus route
- Cycle path proposals on show at library
- Councils' broadband demands fall on deaf ears
- Council scraps "unviable" Aztec West bus priority scheme
- Specsavers set to open in a fortnight
- Library extension moves a step closer
- Bowls club could rise from the ashes in 2010
- Willow Brook Shopmobility facility to open soon
- Local youth football teams looking for recruits
- Cars damaged and female assualted in the early hours
- Details of Councillor vacancy to be revealed this week
- Council officers recommend approval of MS Therapy Centre plans
- Police appeal for witnesses after assault at Three Brooks pub
- John Kiely resigns as Lib Dem PPC for Filton and Bradley Stoke
- Local charity offers community development course
August 2009
- Area forum to discuss grants for local organisations
- Turf cutting ceremony marks start of sixth form centre construction
- Police name new Bradley Stoke PCSO
- Winterbourne Road crash leaves two dead, three injured
- Lib Dem councillor found guilty of misconduct
- Local Freecycle group aims to keep usable items out of landfills
- Police to target anti-social behaviour at Baileys Court shops
- Giant Cycles store to open on Saturday
- Fun events planned for re-opened play park
- Leisure Centre events to raise funds for cancer support
- Bradley Stoke snake attack sparks media frenzy
- Virgin Media laying new broadband cable in Bradley Stoke
- Construction of BSCS sixth form centre gets underway
- Ice cream trader's application gets frosty reception from Town Council
July 2009
- Bradley Stoke Youth FC to launch three girls' teams in new season
- Three more stores to open soon at the Willow Brook Centre
- Governors and residents register concerns over MS Therapy Centre proposals
- SBCP secures Bradley Stoke youth work contract
- Town Council confirms temporary closure of recently-opened Jubilee Green play park
- Pye Croft assault leaves man critically injured
- Town Council agrees to fund additional part-time police officer
- Big turnout for Jubilee Play Park opening
- Government gives "in principle" approval to North Fringe rapid transport scheme
- Grand opening of the Jubilee Green Park to take place on Friday afternoon
- Lord's Taverners support youth team with award of kit bag
- Community meeting to hear latest on post-16 provision at BSCS
- "Arrest that man!" - Top cop collars nuisance motorcyclist during Council meeting
- Standards Committee investigates Councillor's outburst
- Inspector to brief Councillors on police expansion plans
- Contractors race to complete play park in time for grand opening
- Proposed MS Therapy Centre faces race against time to retain secured funding
- Bus services re-timed due to Filton Avenue roadworks
- Police newsletter highlights nuisance issues
- Football club looking to strengthen squad
- Council seeks new Town Clerk
- Father of two elopes with schoolgirl neighbour
- Specsavers to complete Willow Brook line-up
June 2009
- More trouble around the Jubilee Centre
- Brantano to open next month at Willow Brook
- Police set to expand team in Bradley Stoke
- Exhibition of M4/M5 hard shoulder running proposals
- Twinning Association under fire from Councillors
- New inter-city link provides alternative to train
- Holy Trinity victorious as Mayor's Maidens are bowled over
- Bikers and skaters join in festival fun at Skate Park
- Record field contests Bradley Stoke 10k
- Festival Saturday draws the crowds in fine weather
- BSCS students under suspicision in Saxon Way tyre vandalism investigations
- 2009 Festival gets underway today
- Police target Woodlands Lane speedsters following concerns raised at public meeting
- ZeroG cycle shop to open at Willow Brook
- Festival 10k Run sets new entry record
- Meet your councillors at the Willow Brook Centre
- Polling stations open for European election
- Witnesses sought after teenagers clash on Dewfalls Drive footpath
- Closed meeting to decide fate of Brook Way toddler groups
- Bus lane proposed to speed journeys on route 73
May 2009
- Former international referee Paul Durkin in town on FA Cup Final day
- Card Factory outlet coming to Willow Brook
- Work gets underway on Jubilee Green play park
- Community Festival to focus on music and dance
- Ladbrokes set to open this week
- May half-term activities for children and families in Bradley Stoke
- Mark Forsyth takes over as Mayor
- Have your say on health and social care services in South Gloucestershire
- Town expected to have new Mayor after AGM
- Dental practice opens for business at the Willow Brook Centre
- Council accuses property owners of illegal land grab
- Bus services return to town centre after long break
- Toddlers to party at Brook Way
- Residents invited to Annual Town Meeting
- Walkers urged to raise funds for NACC
- Timpson outlet to open at Willow Brook
- Jubilee Green trees destroyed by vandals
- Police seek witnesses after car vandals put lives at risk
- Netballers take to the road to raise funds for cancer support
- Brantano part-time jobs up for grabs
- Savages Wood at risk from youths' campfires say police
April 2009
- Trench Lane boot sale re-opens this Sunday
- Bradley Stoke sex film producer in three-way talks with protesters and police
- Council urges residents to join in 'Clean Sweep'
- Tesco Manager to address Community Meeting
- Bradley Stoke Town FC promoted for third consecutive season
- Town centre nears completion as hoardings come down
- Youth club move could force other community groups to close
- New tenants lined up for Willow Brook Centre
- Owen's marathon run to benefit theatre charity
- Bradley Stoke 10k race route changed for 2009
- Inaugural meeting of Lakeside Residents' Association
- Jubilee Green play park costs rise by 45%
- First-ever Bradley Stoke NHS dentist begins patient registration
- Town Council litter picker welcomed
- Papas Pizzas to trade from Baileys Court
- Greater Bristol Bus Network funding brings changes to bus shelters in Bradley Stoke
- Easter holiday activities for children and families
- Holy Trinity Primary School achieves top marks in Key Stage 2 tests
- Local businesses and community groups in the spotlight
March 2009
- Medical centre submits second planning application after Council refuses permission
- Community School secures funding for sixth form
- Community School students' report featured on BBC News website
- Ladbrokes seeks gambling licence for Willow Brook betting office
- Pitman Training set to move to Willow Brook Centre
- Town Council permits Papas Pizzas to trade from Baileys Court
- Mayor accepts apology over SWRDA Director's Bradley Stoke slur
- SouthGlos Conservatives call for action on broadband 'notspots'
- Bradley Stoke Aquathlon set to be repeated next year after success of inaugural event
- Resident calls on Willow Brook stores to address litter blight
- Traffic control introduced as work starts on Brook Way mini-roundabout improvements
- First meeting of Town Council's new Youth Sub-Committee
- Weekend drama academy to launch at Bradley Stoke Community School
- CJ Hole Estate Agents now open at the Willow Brook Centre
- Town Councillor helps form residents' association to address local issues
- Two youths held by police after three cars set ablaze in the early hours
- Taylors Estate Agents to move to Willow Brook Centre
- Bradley Stoke street dancers celebrate success at British Championships
- Mayor says Bradley Stoke residents deserve apology after SWRDA put-down
- Residents' views sought at Area Forum
- Secondary school admission offers posted today
- Troublesome Tesco trolleys set for replacement
February 2009
- Continuity of Bradley Stoke youth work assured after Council re-think
- Go ahead given for second temporary classroom block at Baileys Court Primary School
- Town Council calls special meeting to resolve Bradley Stoke youth work crisis
- South Gloucestershire agrees 3.9% council tax rise for 2009/2010
- New police inspector to address community meeting
- February half-term activities for children and families in Bradley Stoke
- Community events day to mark start of Jubilee Green play park construction
- Weather problems delay bin and recycling collections in Bradley Stoke
- New Beat Manager for Bradley Stoke police team
- More snow disruption for Bradley Stoke
- Willow Brook phase 2 jobs come on stream
- Snow closes schools and disrupts transport in Bradley Stoke
- Green light for temporary expansion at Stoke Gifford Medical Centre
- Bradley Stoke anti-porn demonstration hits the national headlines
- Ladbrokes betting shop approaches final furlong in planning stakes
January 2009
- Residents to protest outside Bradley Stoke porn film producer's house
- Aquathlon (swim and run) event comes to Bradley Stoke Leisure Centre
- Burst water main hits supplies to thousands of homes in Bradley Stoke
- Lib Dem Councillor apologises for using "inappropriate language" at meeting
- Demise of bowls club could cost Town Council an extra £7,000 p.a. for next 32 years
- Improvements to 73 bus service leave Aztec West without public transport link
- Nominations sought for women's achievement awards
- The Stokes Medical Centre submits expansion plans for Braydon Avenue site
- New Look fashion store likely to feature in Willow Brook Phase 2
- Bradley Stoke dental practice set to open in April at the Willow Brook Centre
- Bradley Stoke ranked as low crime area
- Bradley Stoke: Review of 2008
December 2008
- Bradley Stoke skydiver seeks sponsorship for charity world record attempt
- Happy Christmas from The Journal!
- Sure Start family support centre to open at Bowsland Green Primary School
- Meeting called to discuss Jubilee Green plans after complaints over lack of public consultation
- Community School celebrates language specialism with European Christmas market
- Two more Willow Brook tenants set to begin trading in mid-January
- Bradley Stoke Christmas programme in full swing
- Willow Brook Centre manager to address community meeting
- Bradley Stoke dance teacher to take the stage at Royal Variety Performance
- MP and residents call on Town Council to provide allotments
- Police raid Bradley Stoke cannabis "factory"
- Christmas switch-on at the Willow Brook Centre
November 2008
- Suspected car thief arrested in Bradley Stoke
- Food traders to return to Baileys Court?
- Police target inconsiderate parking at Meadowbrook Primary School
- Sickness bug closes Baileys Court Primary School
- First Group plans to axe Bradley Stoke bus routes
- Council stages gypsy and traveller sites consultation exhibition at Leisure Centre
- Willow Brook Phase 2 begins to take shape
- Blood donation session at the Jubilee Centre
- Little Stoke civic amenity site to close for repairs
- Manor Farm residents call Neighbourhood Watch meeting to tackle crime and anti-social behaviour
- Council proposes Toucan crossing conversions
October 2008
- This weekend in Bradley Stoke
- Further comments invited on proposed works at Brook Way accident blackspot
- October half-term activities for children and families
- Out with the old! Tesco store bites the dust
- Construction starts on new footpath/cycleway near Leisure Centre
- All announced tenants now trading at the Willow Brook Centre
- Bradley Stoke to remain in Frenchay Hospital catchment area after 2013
- Greggs now open at the Willow Brook Centre
- Patchway Bridge works extended to April 2009
- More town centre stores open for trading
- Police call street meeting to discuss anti-social behaviour on Willow Brook access routes
- Willow Brook Centre - opening day reviewed
- Willow Brook Centre - what's open, what's not
- Willow Brook Centre - opening moments
- Willow Brook Centre - the morning after the night before
- Work goes on through the night to get the Willow Brook Centre ready for Monday's grand opening
- Has Bradley Stoke got talent? Find out on Thursday 30th October!
- Willow Brook Centre: latest news and photos
- Comments invited on proposed traffic management measures around Wheatfield School
- Town Square takes shape as Willow Brook opening day approaches
- More tenants announced for the Willow Brook Centre
- Free removal of graffiti from private property in Bradley Stoke - for the next fortnight
- Jon Williams returned to Town Council after recount in Meadowbank by-election
- Subway seeks 'Sandwich Artists' for new Bradley Stoke store
- Conservatives retract LibDem sixth form slur on eve of Meadowbank by-election
- New Willow Brook stores revealed at community meeting
September 2008
- Town Council to relocate office to Willow Brook Centre mall
- New town centre: Costa Coffee looking for staff
- UWE weekend-only park and ride service reintroduced
- Meadowbank by-election: latest Conservative leaflet
- Meadowbank by-election: latest campaign news
- Tesco Extra store manager appointed
- Residents invited to join police on cycle trek around Three Brooks Nature Reserve
- Council calls Special Meeting to discuss new town centre development
- More Willow Brook jobs up for grabs
- Community School extensions get green light from South Glos planners
- Shoe Zone slips into town
- Willow Brook neighbours call meeting to discuss anti-social behaviour on pedestrian access routes
- Town Council boosts Ryan's wheelchair fund
- This weekend in Bradley Stoke
- New Town Centre: latest jobs news
- Three Brooks orienteering and nature trail launch draws the crowds
- Greggs the bakers to open in Town Square
- Meadowbank by-election campaigns get under way
- Weekend events in and around Bradley Stoke
- Rottweiler menace in Three Brooks Local Nature Reserve
- South Gloucestershire Council achieves four star award from Audit Commission
- Meadowbank by-election set for 2nd October
- New footbridge improves access into Savages Wood
- Town centre offices advertised
- Northavon bowls team runners-up in county championship
- Willow Brook Centre to open on Monday 13th October
August 2008
- Election notice published for Meadowbank ward
- Price rises and service change on local buses
- Inside the Willow Brook Centre - a guided tour
- Council seeks to repel rooftop revellers from Baileys Court Activity Centre
- Town Councillor vacancy in Meadowbank ward
- Tesco Extra recruitment centre opens on-site in Bradley Stoke
- Free swimming session to celebrate Olympic handover
- Bradley Stoke dental practice on track to open in new year
- Rogue motorbikers warned off Three Brooks nature reserve
- Police helicopter assists in search for missing Bradley Stoke man
- Bradley Stoke street dancers victorious at world championships
- Town centre mall to be reconfigured with smaller units
- The beach comes to Bradley Stoke
- Service changes for bus routes 73 and 74
July 2008
- Town Council's Annual Return open to scrutiny
- Orienteering and nature trail to open soon
- Tesco Extra jobs: Part-time positions advertised
- Plans submitted for sixth form and dance studio at Bradley Stoke Community School
- BP Pension Fund acquires share in new town centre
- Charity disco aims to raise funds for community projects
- Tesco Extra jobs: Recruitment centre opens
- Summer play schemes in focus as school holidays approach
- Last chance to comment on South Gloucestershire Core Strategy
- Detailed town centre signage up for approval
- Government inspector overrules Council on Brook Way surgery expansion
- Meet your Town Councillors
- Bradley Stoke weekend events
- Application deadline for Tesco Extra management jobs extended
- Views sought on proposed changes to maternity and newborn services
June 2008
- Summer fayres in full swing
- First "Living Landmarks" appear in Bradley Stoke
- Decision day for surgery expansion plans
- Last chance to comment on Bradley Stoke Way path proposals
- Police appeal for witnesses after unprovoked assault
- Suspected robbers detained after Police call in helicopter
- New town centre to be called "Willow Brook"
- National TV programme to showcase Bradley Stoke
- Town square units take shape in new town centre
- Free breakfasts on offer on Bike to Work Day
- Dental practice lease agreed but opening date has already slipped
- Revised surgery expansion plans fail to impress Council officials
- Second round of public consultation opens on Aztec West Roundabout bus lane scheme
- Festival Run a resounding success in warm conditions
- Glorious weather brings out the crowds for Festival Saturday
- Youngsters limber up for Festival Skate Park Competition
- Last chance to enter town centre naming competition
- Busy weekend ahead at the Community Festival
- First concrete poured for new town square
- Bowel disease charity to benefit from new Mayor's fundraising
May 2008
- Council invites comment on Bradley Stoke Way path proposal
- Festival Fun Run set to be biggest yet
- Community stalls for hire at the Festival
- Media on hand to record retreat of the bowlers
- Bowls club taking legal action to reclaim the green
- First jobs up for grabs at new Tesco Extra store in Bradley Stoke
- Youth-inspired community action gets the pond cleared
- End of the road for Baileys Court bowlers?
- Robert Jones elected as new Mayor of Bradley Stoke
- Lib Dem Kiely accuses BSTC of being "the most unhelpful Council in England"
- Patchway Bridge road closure delayed
- Name your town centre and win £50
- Youth action: Save the pond!
- Town centre shopping mall takes shape
- Tesco in remarkable U-turn over town centre naming while Town Council ploughs on regardless in bowls dispute
- Special Council Meeting attracts media attention
- Town Council Annual Report & Meeting
- Traffic disruption likely as Patchway Bridge set to close (southbound) for six months
- Town Council objections ineffectual as SouthGlos approves "The Brooks Centre" signage
- Detailed plans of Tesco Extra store at "The Brooks Centre" made available
- Views of public invited on plans for future development in South Gloucestershire
April 2008
- Council fallout with Tesco over "The Brooks Centre" raises concerns over future co-operation
- Deadline approaching for comments on Aztec West roundabout changes
- Going, going, gone - old filling station makes way for new town square
- Bradley Stoke Journal's "Battle of the Bowls" story sparks national media frenzy
- Community Festival plans well advanced
- Bowls row features on BBC Radio Bristol
- Police called as defiant bowlers storm Baileys Court
- Batters happy but bowlers claim it's just not cricket
- Bus service to Abbey Wood (MOD) improved
- Bowlers' meeting rejects new rental agreement
- Disruption for pedestrians and buses at new town centre
- Town Centre: New access road opens on Monday
- New Town Centre is "The Brooks Centre" (or is it?)
- Spring has sprung in Bradley Stoke's woodlands
- Crucial meeting to resolve bowling lockout at Baileys Court
- New Tesco filling station to open on Monday
- Bus priority scheme proposed for Aztec West roundabout
March 2008
- Health provision improvements stalled yet again
- New town centre: Has a Council presence been shelved?
- New Tesco filling station set to open April 7th
- New town centre: access road to be re-routed
- Town Council newsletter (Feb 2008 issue)
- New town centre: "acoustic barrier" completed
- Big Lottery win for children in Bradley Stoke
- Secondary school admission offers posted today
February 2008
- New Tesco store grows ever larger
- New Tesco store to open "late autumn"
- New Tesco filling station could open soon
- South Gloucstershire imposes inflation-busting council tax increase
- Existing Tesco store comes under pressure
- Demolition of loading bay nears completion
- Coming soon - lots more news about the new town centre
