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June, 2021 Edition—Issue 53
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We're doing our bit! Diseased ash trees are axed Nine trees alongside Emerson Way have had to be felled after they were found to have been infected with ash dieback disease. PAGE 6
Housing estate plans delayed Children, teachers and parents at Barley Close primary school have won an award for their hard work to cut pollution and congestion, and improve their own health, by reducing car travel on the way to school. Full story: Page 13
Cat shot with crossbow A CAT had to be put down after being shot with a crossbow in Mangotsfield and another lost an eye when it was shot with an air rifle in Shortwood. Police are stepping up patrols in the area and asking anyone who has information to help the investigation to contact them.
The cat owners are appealing for help to track down the "vile people" who targeted their pets. Christine McFarlane, whose cat Loki died in the suspected crossbow incident, said the vet told her it was the worst attack they had seen. Full story: Page 4
Plans for nearly 400 homes at Lyde Green Farm have been held up by a legal challenge. PAGE 3
Mixed results in elections Conservative Mark Shelford won the election for Police and Crime Commissioner while Labour’s Dan Norris was victorious in the West of England Metro Mayor poll. PAGES 8 & 9
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