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September, 2021 Issue 52
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Rain can't stop us Sofiya takes to the stage A YOUNG dancer from Thornbury is preparing to take to the stage to perform in one of the world's best-loved ballets. PAGE 5
'Deception' claim over 336 homes plan
THE rain couldn't stop young people and families enjoying Krunch South West’s Festival Fun event in Thornbury. Full story: Page 3
High Street public meeting called A PUBLIC meeting for Thornbury residents has been called in response to the changes made to the town's High Street. South Gloucestershire Council's cabinet made a ban on through traffic using the street permanent earlier this year, in the face of strong opposition. The scheme, to increase space available to pedestrians by reducing the road to a single lane
and making it access-only, was first introduced during the coronavirus lockdown and has been the subject of petitions and consultations. Now a meeting has been called under the constitution of the town council so residents can air their views in a public debate. Turn to page 2
PLANS for 336 homes in Thornbury hang in the balance after a heated meeting where the developer was accused of “arm twisting” and “deception” by campaigners. PAGE 15
Results round-up
SCHOOLS in the Thornbury area have praised the achievements of pupils who achieved GCSE and A-level qualifications following covid disruption. PAGES 6 & 7
Clubs return
THORNBURY'S clubs and societies are returning to life as events resume following the end of lockdown. PAGE 20
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