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Hundreds at Christmas swim at Cheltenham Lido
MORE than 300 swimmers braved the cold winter freeze to make a splash at the annual Christmas swim at the Lido.Egged on by nearly 200 supporters, the swimmers turned up at the outdoor pool in Keynsham...
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Chimney fire in Mitcheldean
Fire fighters were called to Mitcheldean today after a chimney fire broke out.Six fire fighters and watch commander Waite from nearby Cinderford station were called to a property on Silver Street at...
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Horse rescued from flood water
A HORSE stuck in flood water had to be rescued by fire fighters at 10 am today.Twelve fire fighters from Gloucester North and Gloucester South fire stations were called to the rear of St Oswalds Road,...
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Fire service called to flat fire in Cheltenham
FIRE fighters were called to a flat fire in Cheltenham tonight.A small fire in the living room of a flat in Cambray Place was put out by the fire service around 6.25pm.Ten fire fighters, together with...
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Rising flood waters affect Cirencester properties
SEVERAL properties in Cirencester were flooded as wet weather continued to affect the county.Five fire fighters from Cirencester fire station had to divert and pump out water from properties in Estcote...
View ArticleDrink driver resigned to fate after crashing car near Stroud
A DRINK driver who crashed in fog after downing several cans of lager resigned himself to being caught over the limit, a court heard.Robert Ian Wood waited next to his damaged Peugeot 107, knowing...
View ArticleProfessional fundraiser needed for animal sanctuary
ABANDONED dogs need a new champion to lead fundraising for the county charity that cares for them.A big-hearted volunteer fundraiser is urgently wanted by the Teckels Animal Sanctuary in...
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Gloucestershire riders prepare for the Boxing Day Hunts
Riders and hounds will be out in force across Gloucestershire this morning for the traditional Boxing Day hunts.The Duke of Beaufort's Hunt will be one of four hunts taking place today, but has been...
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More rain forecast in Gloucester - Environment Agency flood warnings
More rain has been predicted over the next few days in Gloucester, increasing flooding concerns.The Met Office has forecast rain today, tomorrow and on Friday, ranging from showers to heavy downpours...
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Christmas dinner for Cheltenham's less fortunate
CHRISTMAS day is normally filled with warmth, friends and lots of food.But for the many who struggle to make ends meet and living on your own this Christmas, it can be a lonely one.Volunteers from the...
View ArticleCheltenham's Disney Store to close in New Year
The fairy tale is over for Cheltenham's Disney Store as it sets to close in January.The shop in the Beechwood Arcade is understood to employ around 15 people.Unsold stock will be sent to Bristol after...
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Cheltenham Town video: Christmas bonus for rampant Robins
Cheltenham Town 4 Wycombe Wanderers 0 Cheltenham Town gave their supporters a belated and very welcome Christmas present by taking apart Wycombe Wanderers to reignite their promotion push at the Abbey...
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Mummers brighten up Boxing Day in Gloucester
COLOURFUL performers brightened up a rainy Boxing Day for families today.The traditional Mummers show took place outside Gloucester Cathedral from noon.It featured 'goodies' Father Christmas, Robin...
View ArticleTewkesbury Mummers keep tradition alive with Boxing Day performances
TEWKESBURY Mummers made sure tradition was kept alive as they welcomed the new year.The group, with about 9 members, entertained people around the town at four different venues yesterday.Starting at...
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Long Run wins the William Hill King George VI Chase at Kempton
Long Run, owned by Cheltenham Racecourse chairman Robert Waley-Cohen, regained his crown in the William Hill King George VI Chase at Kempton this afternoon.Captain Chris looked like going two better...
View ArticleWoman dies after car crash in Cirencester
A WOMAN died after a crash in Cirencester yesterday.Paramedics were called to the A429 junction with Stroud Road at 11am on Boxing Day.Working with Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service they managed...
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Forest Green Rovers fail to hold on to lead against Newport County
Forest Green Rovers 1Newport County 2Newport County came from behind to deny Forest Green some late festive cheer in an entertaining Boxing Day clash, writes Richard Joyce.Goalkeeper Alan Julian was in...
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Gloucester City celebrate victory over Worcester City
Worcester City 0Gloucester City 1Superb saves from Mike Green and a first-half goal from Danny Andrew helped Gloucester to an import win over local rivals Worcester. In the last Boxing Day fixture at...
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Peter Butler column: Tigers, teams and perfect 10
TIGERS TRIP IS THE BIGGEST TEST SO FAR THE tests just keep on coming for the Cherry and Whites. After the gutsy come-from-behind victory over Exeter at Kingsholm last weekend, next up is the small...
View ArticleEgg throwers hit man in Stroud
Eggs were thrown from a moving car in Stroud.The incident happened at around 10pm Saturday December 22 on Stratford Road.A man was walking with a woman along the road when an egg was thrown from a...
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