Author: Helen Bojaniwska
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Vandalism in the cemetery
Stroud Town Council has condemned vandalism in the cemetery in Bisley Road.
At least 15 memorial stones have been damaged in the old cemetery, which is now a nature reserve and rarely used for burials. Many stones at the site date back to the Victorian period when the Chapel of Rest was built.
"Such desecration of a cemetery is an insult to those who are buried there and a huge disappointment to the... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 30 Apr 2021 18:31 by Helen Bojaniwska
Wildlife crime
Stroud Town Council has condemned the killing of an adder, a protected species.
A member of the public reported finding the body of the snake. It appeared to have been repeatedly hit.
The incident on 3 April was reported to Gloucestershire Police. The location of the attack is not being released to the public to prevent adders being targeted in the area.
Dr Angela Julian, Coordinator, Amphibian and Reptile... Read More »
Posted: Wed, 21 Apr 2021 13:34 by Helen Bojaniwska
Prince Philip
On behalf of the Councillors and Staff of Stroud Town Council, I wish to say how saddened we are on hearing the news of HRH Prince Philip's death. I will be sending a message of condolences to HM The Queen's Private Secretary. The Union Flag will be flown at half-mast as a mark of respect at the Subscription Rooms.
Kevin Cranston
Mayor of Stroud
Posted: Fri, 09 Apr 2021 14:55 by Helen Bojaniwska
Remembrance 2020
Stroud's service to remember those who sacrificed their lives for the country will not happen this year due to the lockdown.
Stroud Town Council had hoped to hold a small private service on Sunday November 8th at the Cenotaph in Park Gardens.
That plan has been cancelled due to the announcement of a second lockdown.
"We know many of you will be very disappointed about this, but as infection rates rise... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 02 Nov 2020 16:16 by Helen Bojaniwska
Casual Vacancy in Central Ward October 2020
Stroud Town Council has councillor vacancy in Central ward. If you would like to help us to deliver our aim of serving the people of Stroud to create a thriving, sustainable community please read on for further information about how to apply and to check whether you are eligible.
The closing date for applications is the 23rd October 2020. The Council will consider applications at their meeting on 2... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 09 Oct 2020 16:00 by Helen Bojaniwska
New Cycle Storage at Station
Cyclists can take advantage of a new storage area at Stroud station thanks to a project supported by Great Western Railway and the town council.
The train operator teamed up with Stroud Town Council to provide 40 extra cycle parking spaces alongside the entrance to platform 2, which serves trains towards Gloucester.
Funding was secured from the town council (£13,000) and the Department for Transport's... Read More »
Posted: Tue, 29 Sep 2020 15:13 by Helen Bojaniwska
Arson Attack in Park Gardens
Vandals have caused serious damage to a shelter in memory of those people from Stroud who sacrificed their lives for their country during the First World War.
The shelter in Park Gardens in Slad Road was set alight sometime Friday night.
Gloucestershire Fire Service was called to incident on Saturday morning and had to cut away some parts of the shelter.
Now the Town Council is calling for people who... Read More »
Posted: Mon, 28 Sep 2020 15:04 by Helen Bojaniwska
Casual Vacancy in Trinity Ward September 2020
Stroud Town Council has councillor vacancy in Trinity ward. If you would like to help us to deliver our aim of serving the people of Stroud to create a thriving, sustainable community please read on for further information about how to apply and to check whether you are eligible.
The closing date for applications is the 23rd October 2020. The Council will consider applications at their meeting on 2... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:34 by Helen Bojaniwska
Casual Vacancy in Central Ward September 2020
Following the resignation of Cllr Alice Campbell a casual vacancy has arisen in Central ward. Please see attached notice for more information.
Posted: Fri, 18 Sep 2020 12:23 by Helen Bojaniwska
Walking and Cycling in Stroud
Stroud Town Council is seeking your thoughts on how to promote more active travel in Stroud and the surrounding area.
The Coronavirus lockdown saw a significant decrease in the numbers of vehicles on the roads in and around Stroud town centre.
Social distancing measures put in place by the Town Council provided an opportunity to experience a Stroud not dominated by the car. More people also began to... Read More »
Posted: Fri, 28 Aug 2020 13:43 by Helen Bojaniwska
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