Gloucester centre Twelvetrees edges closer to England debut
BILLY Twelvetrees has taken a giant step closer to his full England debut tonight. The Gloucester centre has been retained by boss Stuart Lancaster in the 23-man squad that will prepare to take on...
View ArticleCash and gadgets taken in Dursley burglary
Police are appealing for information after cash and gadgets were stolen from a home in Dursley.The burglary was carried out at a house on Quarry Gardens between 7.45am and 4.30pm yesterday (Jan 29).The...
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Updated: Gloucester potters Wasley and Milkins set for German Masters challenge
Gloucester potter Michael Wasley is flying out to the German Masters today, to take part in the first world ranking event of 2013.Wasley, 22,Ā qualified last December with victories over Churchdown's...
View ArticleGood Samaritan sought by police following attempted robbery in Cheltenham
A Good Samaritan who offered to help a robbery victim has been asked to contact the police. At approximately 6.10am yesterday, Tuesday January 29, a 17-year-old man was walking along Kingsmead Road in...
View ArticleConservatives choose barrister to fight for Cheltenham MP job
A CRIMINAL barrister has been selected as the Conservative Party's Prospective Parliamentary Candidate for Cheltenham.Alex Chalk will contest the seat currently held by Liberal Democrat Martin Horwood...
View ArticleGlowing report on services for new Gloucestershire mums
MATERNITY services in Gloucestershire have received a glowing recommendation for a high standard of service after an intensive review. The top safety rating was awarded after a full two-day assessment...
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Cheltenham Town: Robins sign Michael Hector on loan from Reading
Cheltenham Town have signed central defender Michael Hector on loan from Premier League Reading for an initial month. The 6ft 4in 20-year-old has just completed a spell with Aldershot Town, having been...
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Transfer window updates: January 30 morning
Clubs have less than 48 hours to secure the signatures of their model players, as the transfer window will slam shut tomorrow at 11pm. We'll keep you up-to-date with the latest transfer news and gossip...
View ArticleGloucester MP hits back at timekeeping "disgrace"
Conservative MP Richard Graham should buy a new watch to prevent him being late, according to an opposition party councillor. But Mr Graham rejected criticism from a Labour city councillor who said...
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Former Gloucestershire stars to deliver coach development workshops
Coaches will have the chance to pick up tips from the likes of former-Gloucestershire star Chris Taylor at a series of new workshops.Other ex-professionals taking part include Richard Dawson who will...
View ArticleDementia issue raised in Westminster by Gloucester MP
PIONEERING work on dementia care has been highlighted by Gloucester's MP, who has invited health ministers to see it in action.Richard Graham secured a debate on the illness which affects more than...
View ArticlePreece pens a Foresters deal
ENGLAND Sevens star Jack Preece will lift Cinderford to new levels, according to director of rugby Andy Deacon. The former Birmingham and Solihull player (inset) has signed for the Foresters on dual...
View ArticleProp star Green returns to Regentsholme after stint at Cinderford
MOBILE prop Leigh Green has returned to Lydney and will increase their front-row options, says skipper Matt Taylor. Green left Regentsholme last summer to try his hand at Forest of Dean rivals...
View ArticleThe town of Newent unites to support the Green Army
THE whole town of Newent is behind the rugby club for one of the biggest matches in their history this Saturday. That is the view of The Green Army's head coach Andy Addis whose side welcome Devon...
View ArticleKingsholm hero Sims turns scout for Hill mission
BERRY Hill have had some help from a Gloucester hero for their South West Counties Intermediate Cup trip to St Austell on Saturday. Hill are just three wins from reaching a Twickenham showpiece final...
View ArticleMan killed after being hit by a train in Stonehouse
A man has been killed after being hit by a train near Stonehouse this morningThe 7.11amĀ First Great Western service from Gloucester to Swindon hit someone near Standish Junction as it passed there at...
View ArticleSt Mary's Church in Cheltenham preparing for minster service
STAFF at a historic church are busy preparing for a service this Sunday when it will officially become a minster.St Mary's will become Cheltenham Minster during a 3pm service which will be led by the...
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Transfer window updates: January 30 afternoon
The clock is ticking for clubs looking to bolster their teams, as the transfer window deadline is just 32 hours away. As we move into Wednesday afternoon - Christmas Eve for football fans - we'll bring...
View ArticlePM supports sentence change call on banned drivers from Gloucester MP
DAVID Cameron has indicated his support for increased prison sentences for banned drivers who kill on the roads following the death of a well-respected Gloucester man.The Prime Minister told MPs at...
View ArticleYoung rugby players prepare to seize England chance
Young Gloucestershire players have a chance to claim their places in this season's England Under-16s squad this weekend.The up-and-coming players from areas such as Tewkesbury, Coney Hill, Chosen Hill...
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