550 people sign anti-incinerator petition
More than 550 people have joined an internet petition against Gloucestershire's planned incinerator.The £500 million burner, which would be built at Javelin OPark, in Haresfield, needs planning...
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David's 40-year-old original Hetchins bike stolen
David Hall's original Hetchins bicycle with curly stays and fancy lugs has been stolen – after being his faithful companion for more than 40 years.David, 55, has been renovating the old Duke of...
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Gang of four drag teen to ground during Stroud attack
A GANG who dragged a 19 year old female pedestrian to the ground in an attack in Stroud are being hunted by police.The young woman suffered injuries to her face and body before she managed to run...
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Frost covers deployed at Cheltenham Racecourse ahead of Festival Trials Day...
Frost covers have been deployed at Cheltenham Racecourse today, ahead of the Festivals Trials Day on Saturday, January 26.The covers were put over the chase and hurdle courses at Prestbury Park.Simon...
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CCTV released of wanted men in Cheltenham
CCTV images have been released of two men police want to speak to in connection with crimes in Cheltenham. On December 6, a man stole six jars of coffee from a shop in Hester's Way Road at around...
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Helpers earn a cuppa after 45,000 hours of volunteering
After 45,000 hours of volunteering, kind-hearted helpers at a hospice were given a well-deserved cup of tea.A special tea party was held at the Cotswold Care Hospice which paid tribute to their...
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HMV collapse: your rights, vouchers and returns policy
Entertainment chain HMV has announced it is to go into administration. More than 4,000 jobs are understood to be at risk. The chain, which has been trading for 91 years has branches in Gloucester and...
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GIVE YOUR LOCAL SCHOOL A CHANCE TO WIN A SHARE OF £25,000!
The Gloucestershire Echo and The Citizen have teamed up with Western Power Distribution to offer the local schools in Gloucestershire a chance to win a share of £25,000!What would your school do with...
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Deacs Week: Competition hotting up as standards continue to rise
IN THE eight years I've been at Cinderford, firstly as player/coach and then in the last three years as director of rugby, the standard has never been as good as it is now. In the last few years our...
View ArticlePractical steps to feel less afraid
We all have fears and feel nervous in some situations. This can stem from a childhood fear or a particularly upsetting incident. Sometimes this can become so difficult that it stops us doing things....
View ArticleHospital friends' £5,000 gift at Stroud
PATIENTS in plaster will find their treatment in Stroud more comfortable in future thanks to charity fund raisers in the town.People receiving care in the minor injuries unit of Stroud General Hospital...
View ArticlePolice appeal after burglary in Meysey Hampton
POLICE are appealing for information after a burglary at a house in Meysey Hampton.Thieves broke into a house in Elizabeth Gardens through the back door and stole jewellery and cash between 1.20pm and...
View ArticleRuby heads entries for Champion Hurdle at Cheltenham Festival
Last year's winner Rock On Ruby is one of four previous winners among a 34-strong list of entries for the £400,000 Stan James Champion Hurdle on the first day of the Cheltenham Festival on March 12....
View ArticleCricketers bowled over by cash lifeline
Cricketers in Hardwicke will be bowled over by fresh support for their club after a wet summer saw it lose money.Parish councillors have given £450 to Hardwicke Cricket Club to help it pay for...
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Mounds of dog mess jet blasted away
Mounds of dog mess are to be jet blasted away after Quedgeley residents kicked up a stink.The dog fouling has become a particular problem around Field Court Junior School and the alleyway at Guise...
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Weekend roadshow flies into Gloucestershire's airport
A holiday, travel and leisure weekend will by flying into Gloucestershire Airport this Saturday and Sunday.Visitors to the airport at Staverton will learn about the passengers flights that can be taken...
View ArticleNHS changes spark patient privacy fear
CHANGES to the way medical records are stored and accessed by NHS staff in Gloucestershire will help save lives, insist health bosses. Fears over patient privacy surfaced after health secretary Jeremy...
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Youth worker to tackle Quedgeley and Kingsway issues
A youth worker is to be given the job of tackling issues among young people in Quedgeley and Kingsway.Anti-social behaviour has plagued users of Quedgeley Community Centre and teenagers have been found...
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FANTASTIC WEEK OF OFFERS WITH SUBWAY
Subway has teamed up with the Gloucestershire Echo and the Citizen to offer readers a whole week of incredible offers.DAY 1: Free CookieDAY 2: Buy one get one free 6 inch subDAY 3: Free drink and...
View ArticleGCHQ moves to help drivers' rush hour misery
NEW transport schemes around the GCHQ Benhall site this year will help ease congestion and make the centre more environmentally friendly.Steps to improve traffic flow at Arle Court Roundabout, cycle...
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