New discount superstore opens at Willow Brook

The Bradley Stoke Journal reports that a new discount superstore has opened at the Willow Brook Centre, taking the place of two previously vacant units in the retail terrace. The new B&M store opened its doors at 8am on Friday 12th July following a ribbon-cutting ceremony carried out by representatives of a local charity. It is located in the adjoining units previously occupied by Argos and One Below.

Bradley Stoke Community Festival 2010

The Bradley Stoke Journal reports that the 2010 Bradley Stoke Community Festival gets underway today (Friday) with a Picinic in the Park on Jubilee Green. Saturday's highlight is the Community Fair featuring music and dance acts while Sunday sees the Bradley Stoke 10k Run, Skate Park Competition and Six-a-Side Cricket Tournament.

International Women's Day Event - Photos

The Bradley Stoke Journal has published a set of photos taken at the International Women's Day event held at Bradley Stoke Community School on Thursday 11th March 2010.

Tickets for BSCS Oliver! Performance go on Sale

Bradley Stoke Matters reports that tickets for Bradley Stoke Community School's performance of Oliver are now on sale. The show will run for three consecutive nights from Tuesday 23rd March.

A38 Aztec West Bus Lane will be Part-Time

The Bradley Stoke Journal reports that the proposed A38 bus lane scheme has been amended after feedback from the public.

The new bus lane on the northbound side of the A38 between Little Stoke and the Aztec West Roundabout will operate at peak hours only.

New Year Coffee Mornings

Bradley Stoke Town Council's first coffee morning of 2010 will take place on Friday 8th January.

Coffee mornings are held on the second Friday of the month at the Baileys Court Activity Centre.

Politicians Fight for Credit over new Brook Way Crossing

The Bradley Stoke Journal reports that local Liberal Democrats are angry that the Conservatives have claimed credit for getting approval for a new pedstrian crossing on Brook Way.

Councillor Jon Williams (Lib Dem) says he worked with parents of children at Wheatfield Primary School to get the money from South Gloucestershire Council and that local Tories "did nothing" to help.

BSCS Students Show the Funky Side of Recycling

Bradley Stoke Matters reports that Year 9 students from Bradley Stoke Community School entertained local shoppers at the town's Willow Brook Centre with rhythmic music from their 'Funky Junky' band.

Students from class 9Y got together with the aim of making the world a more sustainable place and to encourage people to recycle as much as possible.

Peter Tyzack is new Liberal Democrat Candidate for Filton and Bradley Stoke

The Bradley Stoke Journal reports that Peter Tyzack has been chosen as the new Liberal Democrat candidate for the Filton and Bradley Stoke parliamentary constituency.

Mr Tyzack, who represents Pilning and Severn Beach on South Gloucestershire Council, has stood for parliament on two previous occasions, finishing in third place both times.

Volunteer Outreach Co-ordinators Wanted

Bradley Stoke Matters reports that Southern Brooks Community Partnership is inviting residents to an introductory lunch on 13th January 2010 to find out more about local volunteering opportunities.

The lunch takes place between 12pm and 3pm at Bradley Stoke Evangelical Church, Baileys Court Road, Bradley Stoke.

BSCS Receives "Outstanding" Ofsted Report

The Bradley Stoke Journal reports that Bradley Stoke Community School (BSCS) has been classed as "outstanding" by Ofsted inspectors. The report praises the high standard of leadership and teaching at the school and says that pupils’ achievements are above average.

Bailey’s Court Primary School wins Big Lottery Fund Grant for Cookery Club

Bradley Stoke Matters reports that Baileys Court Primary School has been awarded a Big Lottery Fund award for its new Cookery Club project. The money will be used to provide a modern kitchen facility consisting of two well equipped teaching areas and a demonstration area.