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July, 2024 Issue 86
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Climbing mountains for Lucy
Dad Barry Curtis, from Almondsbury, is on a mission to reach the highest points of every county in England, Scotland and Wales in memory of his daughter Lucy (below). Full story: Page 5
Single punch caused death A Pilning man has been jailed for four and a half years after a punch that killed a former footballer. PAGE 8
Thornbury loses a friend TRIBUTES have been paid to one of the Thornbury arts scene's greatest supporters, who died during an extreme turbulence incident on a passenger jet. Geoff Kitchen, who was 73, was a key figure in Thornbury Musical Theatre Group, both on and off stage, and had a wider commitment to culture in the town, including campaigning to the Armstrong Hall. He stood for election to the town council to
further champion the arts, volunteered for a charity bookshop and supported other local groups. The retired insurance manager died after suffering a cardiac arrest when a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore experienced a sudden drop in altitude, injuring more than 100 other passengers including his wife, Linda. TMTG's chair said Geoff's passing had "left a massive hole". Full story: Page 3
General election guide Candidates for the Thornbury & Yate constituency in July's general election have made their pitch to Voice readers. PAGES 6-7
Praise for happy club
AN inspector has praised a "well-organised and welcoming" Alveston after-school club for its caring staff and happy atmosphere. PAGE 9
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