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July, 2022 Issue 62
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Jubilee spectacular Mama G's Thornbury roots
THE actor who wowed judges on Britain's Got Talent as part of pantomime dame act Dame Nation learned to act in Thornbury. PAGE 5
Poll won't change council's mind
THIS soapbox racer trailing red and blue smoke was part of the celebrations of the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations in Olveston and Tockington. Picture by Caroline Brewser. More pictures: Pages 16-17
Family's tribute after stabbing death THE family of a man who died after being stabbed at his home have spoken of their "deep sadness" at his loss. Marcus Dunkerton, who was 40, died from a stab wound at his home in Thames Close, Charfield, on June 24. A 46-year-old man, Grant Bradley, of Blackwell
Street, Kidderminster, has appeared in court charged with his murder. A tribute from Mr Dunkerton's family has been issued via Avon & Somerset police, who are appealing for information to help their investigation. Turn to page 2
SOUTH Gloucestershire Council says it will push ahead with making changes to Thornbury High Street permanent, despite a local vote calling for them to be reversed. PAGE 6
Museum fears
VOLUNTEERS who run Thornbury's museum say its future is "seriously under threat". PAGE 7
Bank quits
THORNBURY is set to lose its third bank this year, as NatWestannounced plans to close its branch. PAGE 3
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