Do you believe in Barton?
That's the latest question being posed to residents, business owners and landlords in the Barton area.As part of the City Council's 'Believe in Gloucester' campaign, which helps to build pride,...
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Former Birds of Prey Centre owner escapes jail over illegal sale of birds
The former owner of a world leading birds of prey centre has escaped jail today for illegally selling three protected Black Kites and stealing owls. Keith Beaven, 68, was given a 40 week jail term,...
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The Smiths legend Johnny Marr to play Gloucester Guildhall
Legendary guitarist and songwriter Johnny Marr is to play a gig at Gloucester Guildhall. Described by NME as a 'Godlike genius, unmistakeable wordsmith and legendary guitar player" Marr is perhaps best...
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Man arrested over arson 'hate attack' at Masjid-E-Noor mosque
A 37-year-old man from Gloucester has been arrested in connection with an arson attack at the Masjid-E-Noor mosque in Gloucester. Police have labelled it a 'hate crime' but said they do not believe it...
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Ryan Jagger to headline Gloucestershire Pride 2013
A rainbow of colour will march through Gloucester on Saturday when the annual Pride Parade comes to town. It will be the sixth annual Gloucestershire Pride march to come to Gloucester. This year the...
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Our roads are becoming a pothole nightmare
(Advertising feature) In 2012 councils in England and Wales reportedly paid almost £23 million in compensation to road users for damage caused by potholes. Couple this with a recent survey carried out...
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The 50 signs of getting old - how many do you recognise?
Do you know what an Opal Fruit is? Do you groan when bending down? Are your ears getting bigger? If the answer is 'yes' to any of the above you may officially be 'getting old.' Financial services...
View ArticleAre you brave enough?
Are you brave enough? That's the challenge that is being thrown down by staff at the Gloucester Museum and Art Gallery in advance of a new exhibition that launches next week. The eagerly awaited...
View ArticleDean Dunham, YouandYourRights.com: Look after your money in the holiday season
WE are fast approaching the holiday season and with this being the case many of you will be spending you're hard earned cash on family holidays, both within the UK and further afield.Unfortunately tens...
View ArticleShop is celebrating 20th birthday
A BUMPER sale, live music and refreshments will celebrate 20 years of Emmaus' charity shop in Nailsworth.Emmaus Gloucestershire had planned the special day on Saturday to say thank you to all the...
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Store supports refuge
CUSTOMERS and staff at Sainsbury's in Dudbridge have spent the past 12 months supporting Stroud's women's refuge The Beresford Group.As well as donating Christmas presents, Easter eggs, clothing and...
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Wildlife blitz has IDed 725 species
MORE than 700 species of flora and fauna were recorded in just 30 hours during a survey in Siccaridge Wood.And more than 200 people braved the rain to take part in the recording weekend at the nature...
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Pooches and people get together at fete
COMMUNITY fete-goers dodged the showers to enjoy a pet show, produce competition and more in Rodborough.A downpour at the start of the afternoon, just as author, actress and otter woman Daphne Neville...
View ArticleLibrary may be on move to Town Hall
MOVES are afoot to relocate Stonehouse Library inside the Town Hall.The idea of closing the existing library in Elm Road and reopening in the High Street has been floated by Gloucestershire County...
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Homes protesters see red
CAMPAIGNERS say their stall at their village fete was visited by hundreds of people worried about the threat of around 100 new homes on Rodborough Fields.An outline application for the new houses has...
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Walker is 'punched' in Quiet Lane speed row
THE peace of an official Quiet Lane was shattered in a row about speeding.Rodborough resident Alick Miskin was out walking with his dog in the parish's 20mph zone when he claims an argument occurred...
View ArticleUp to 95 jobs may now go at college
FURTHER job losses may be on the cards at South Gloucestershire and Stroud College as it struggles with government funding cuts.Last month the college confirmed it was in talks with five staff at its...
View ArticleCounty letting agents react strongly against Shelter campaign to ban tenant fees
Letting agents in Gloucestershire have spoken out against a new campaign launched by housing charity Shelter to ban all agency fees charged to tenants.Tenant fees charged by letting agents are "truly...
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Mike Bush's eco home one of 15 on display at the Cheltenham Green Doors Open...
Mike Bush enjoys small energy bills thanks to the work he has had done on his home.Mike, 58, of Charlton Drive in Cheltenham, has a solar thermal system, triple glazing and an eco-friendly conservative...
View ArticleLawrence Hall, Zoopla.co.uk: Reacquaint yourself with your garden
As we slowly inch towards warmer weather, the chance to get reacquainted with our gardens properly is getting ever-closer. But in order to spend quality time with your green space, you'll need to make...
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