Read the latest positive news, breakthroughs, and inspiring stories about gloucestershire, curated daily by BrightWire.
A 99-year-old woman just became the world's oldest wing-walker after being strapped to the top of a plane flying 1,000 meters above England. Despite arthritis and a bad knee, Helga Duffy spent over five minutes soaring through the sky and raised $2,000 for charity.
A new £1 million fund in Gloucestershire will help local communities buy and protect threatened woodlands and wildlife sites before private developers can claim them. Communities across the region have already saved fields and forests through grassroots campaigns, and now they'll have expert support when it matters most.
A tiny king penguin chick has hatched at a UK wildlife park for the first time in a decade, defying extreme heat and several early challenges. The 188g newborn is thriving under the careful watch of dedicated keepers who refused to give up.
A 24-year-old German YouTuber defended his cheese rolling championship by narrowly beating a legend who came out of retirement just to challenge him. The centuries-old tradition drew thousands to watch competitors tumble down a steep hill chasing an 8-pound wheel of cheese.
A wildlife trust in Gloucestershire is celebrating Sir David Attenborough's 100th birthday by creating 11 nature recovery zones spanning 50,000 hectares. The zones will restore landscapes and bring back native species like beavers across forests, valleys, and commons.
After being hunted to extinction 400 years ago, beavers are preparing to make a comeback in Gloucestershire, where 91% of residents support their return. The project could restore wetlands, boost wildlife, and reduce flooding in local communities.
A UK county just approved a plan to build community-owned renewable energy farms that could shield residents from volatile fossil fuel prices. The cross-party initiative will identify public land perfect for wind turbines and solar panels.
A growing movement of businesses in Gloucestershire is proving you can succeed while caring for people and the planet. These 80 certified companies are showing others that profit doesn't have to come at a cost.
