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Vandalism at Sue Ryder Leckhampton Court Hospice leaves staff and supporters reeling
Crime
Totem poles designed by patients thrown into lake
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Huge tip announces rule change to new booking system
Cheltenham
Upgrade to Swindon Road Household Recycling Centre after changes introduced at the start of the month
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Villagers have been 'collateral damage' as works for Gloucester to Cheltenham cycle lane causes 'traffic nightmare'
Traffic & Travel
'I am praying for the end of the project so that the people who live in Churchdown are left to get on with their daily lives'
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Gloucestershire death notices and funeral announcements made in the last week
Family
People from Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Tewkesbury, Forest of Dean and Cotswolds are being remembered
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Cheltenham ice rink ran at a loss despite welcoming 30,000 skaters
Cheltenham
But council leaders say a total of £1.2m extra business turnover occurred in the spa town as a result of the presence of the ice rink
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A40 fatal crash: Man dies 12 days after collision
Oxfordshire
Incident between Burford and Swinbrook in Oxfordshire
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Visit Cheltenham Antique and Vintage Street Market to find unique treasures
Shopping
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Why you should never have eggs and coffee or tea at the same time
UK & World News
Food and nutrition experts say at best the two cancel each other out, at worst you can be left in discomfort and dehydrated
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Sweet moment Sam Thompson's girlfriend and family found out he won I'm A Celebrity 2023
Celebs & TV
Zara uploaded footage of the incredible moment Sam Thompson's family found out about his I'm A Celeb victory
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Harry Potter first edition snapped up for £10 in bargain bucket sells for more than £55k
UK & World News
It was bought by a mum on a caravan holiday in the late 1990s who spotted it for sale for £12 in a bargain bucket and then haggled for a £2 discount as it had no jacket
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Waking up with any of these five 'hidden' symptoms might mean you have a serious sleep disorder
Health
If you're waking up with any of these five symptoms, you could be suffering from a potentially serious sleep condition
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Yule logs from Aldi, Asda, Tesco, and Sainsbury's - one had 'too much chocolate'
Food & Drink
One was compared to a school dinner, another tasted of mushrooms and one was silky and indulgent. But which came out on top?
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I'm A Celeb's Josie Gibson's 'big wobble' as she 'pined' for son Reg
Celebs & TV
Josie made it close to the end of this year's show before being voted off just ahead of the final
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Early symptoms of highly contagious 100-day cough as cases rise
UK & World News
The 100-day cough is also more commonly known as whopping cough
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Christmas
WATCH: Busker hopes personal Christmas song will give him big break
Cheltenham singer/songwriter D'Artagnan Arbuah wrote it about how he and his fiance went ice skating on their first date
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'Kind' and 'devoted' father remembered after fatal crash in Gloucester
Gloucester
Shakil had recently moved to the area and was helping in the community
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RAF Voyager - dubbed UK's Air Force One - pictured refuelling Typhoon jet over West Country
Armed Forces
Amateur photographer captured impressive images
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Ex-Cheltenham mayor Bernie Fisher got into politics to oppose corporal punishment 'after being hit by teachers at church school'
Politics
'I went to two church schools. They taught me right from wrong, I was right and they were wrong'
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Cheltenham crowds gather as man arrested after 'online activity' concerns
Crime
'A 22-year-old man was subsequently arrested in connection with the allegations'
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M&S customers given date of store closure
Shopping
M&S Home in Kingsditch Retail Park to close within weeks
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Princess of Wales 'happy and healthy' as she's seen at farmers' market
Royal News
It comes as Kate Middleton missed another annual event this weekend because of her health
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Most popular baby names of 2023 published - full lists for boys and girls
UK & World News
Picking a name can be tough, but the top 100 lists for boys and girls should provide some help
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Bristol Clean Air Zone could be scrapped in ‘three to four years’
Regional News
Modelling suggests levels of nitrogen dioxide could fall below legal limits in the next few years
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Regulator finds travellers buying food and drink at train stations are being ripped off
UK & World News
However, a mystery shopping exercise suggested retail prices in stations were lower than those at motorway service areas and airports
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Four things that can help you if there’s a power cut this winter
Partner Stories
National Grid advises on how you can be prepared in the event of a power cut
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HMRC National Insurance cut in just a few weeks will see workers get up to £754 a year more
UK & World News
How much you get back will depend on your salary, but tens of millions of workers should see a difference in their January pay
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H&M’s loose fit jumper that shoppers claim ‘looks and feels luxurious’
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Costing £45, shoppers can feel comfortable all while looking stylish in a woollen blend jumper
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Cycle spine speed limit extension and Gloucester resurfacing among this week's roadworks
Traffic & Travel
The route through Staverton and Churchdown is set to take longer
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Tom Cruise
Inside Tom Cruise's Cotswold's 60th birthday party
The Mission Impossible and Top Gun star turned 60
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Pre-school makes 'difficult' decision to relocate as secondary school sees solution to staff retention issue
Cheltenham
Pip and Jim's is currently based at Brizen Young People's Centre in Up Hatherley, Cheltenham, but is seeking to move to land at Bournside School in Warden Hill Road. A pre-school facility on the school's site could help the secondary retain staff after parental breaks
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Pictures: Hundreds protest at Cirencester Park against first entry fees in 300 years
Cotswolds
The introduction of the charges has been delayed
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Cheltenham building collapse: Pictures and video with police cordon in place
Cheltenham
The scale of damage to the building in Imperial Square and a parked car is clear to see
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New coffee shop opens near McDonald's and Smyths Toys
Cheltenham
Caffe Nero opens out-of-town branch in Tewkesbury Road on same road as a Costa and a Starbucks
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Man kidnapped at knifepoint and beaten on work trip to Brussels
Regional News
Mark was blindfolded and thrown into his car before being beaten unconcious
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Signs around someone's home could be an indication of dementia
Health
Noticing changes around someone's home could lead to an early diagnosis
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Cotswolds restaurant that closed suddenly taken over by South Indian cuisine specialists
Cirencester
Award-winning Tierra and Mar closed in July
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Alzheimer's Society doctor says these are the six signs of dementia everyone should know
Health
Dementia is an umbrella term for a range of different conditions which gradually get worse over time
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Dr Tim Spector says two common kitchen ingredients can help you fight off cold and flu
Health
The health expert has explained how to fight off cold and flu with two common ingredients most people have in their kitchen
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Dr Michael Mosley says alcoholic drink improves blood sugar, cholesterol and lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes
UK & World News
But followers did not agree saying that having no alcohol at all was a far better option
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RAC lists everyday medicines that could get you fined or banned from driving
Health
You could be breaking the law if driving with certain amount of medication in your blood the RAC warns
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New weight loss study finds 'you can't get fat from artificial sweeteners'
Health
A British led study has found artificial sweeteners won't make you gain weight and could be a useful aid in shedding pounds
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Win £100 Aldi voucher to boost your festive shop this Christmas
Shopping
We have teamed up with Aldi to give 10 lucky readers £100 worth of Aldi vouchers in time for Christmas! This competition is live for one week only so make sure you've entered for a chance to win our festive prize!
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Royal Family
Princess Beatrice ready to move into stunning £3.5m Cotswold home after beefing up security
Friends say she is set to move in soon
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M5 traffic live: Easter getaway begins with crash as millionis expected to hit the roads
Collision in Taunton, Somerset, with warnings about delays and congestion
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Woman hit by Mini Countryman in garden centre car park
Gloucestershire Police
Emergency services called to scene and pedestrian taken to hospital
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Met Office verdict after heavy snow falls in West Country with hail and thunder a risk and UK weather warnings
Weather
Snow warning in Wales and wind warning along South Coast on Thursday
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'Common sense prevails' as 'ludicrous' bid to redraw town's electoral boundary is binned
Politics
There had been concern in Stroud over “absolutely insane” plans to move the Stroud Trinity ward to the new County Council division of Bisley and Painswick
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Gloucestershire death notices and funeral announcements made in the last week
Family
People from Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Tewkesbury, Forest of Dean and Cotswolds are being remembered
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Cheltenham News
Cheltenham
Arrests after cannabis grow found in Cheltenham town centre
Eyewitnesses reported seeing a 'big police raid' at a property near the Town Centre East car park
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Tweak to 250-home plan near Cheltenham Sainsbury's gets the nod amid fears over wheelchair access issues due to 'steep' roads
housing
'Ironically 40 metres of the road leading to the accessible bungalows exceeds 1/12 - a gradient so steep you wouldn’t even be able to get an access ramp due to safety concerns'
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Ribbon cut by former head of Next for official new building at Cotswold primary school
Cotswolds
The new development project is now open for pupils in Temple Guiting
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Date huge tip reopens with shop inside old shipping container and new road
Bishop's Cleeve
Massive repair and improvement job at Wingmoor Farm Household Recycling Centre near Bishop's Cleeve
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College in Gloucestershire rated 'Good' by Ofsted
Education
South Gloucestershire and Stroud (SGS) College said: 'We are really proud of the judgements that Ofsted have made'
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Business
Business
Law firm named top hirer in new analysis
Codex Edge research analyses law firms, lawyers, practice areas and specialisms using real-time legal data
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Vodafone offering small business customers saving of up to £514 on broadband
Business
There is also free installation and zero upfront costs
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Only 1 in 5 SMEs have a plan in case of cyberattack
Business
Experts expect to see an increase in attacks
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53 jobs on line after 'shock' sale of Brimscombe Mill
Business
The businesses based at the Stroud community hub say they are "devastated" by the news
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Vodafone VOXI rolls out AI chatbot to deal with customer service requests
Business
The system will be tested before being fully deployed
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Health
Health
More people than usual are going to be wearing hats today - here's why
You're probably going to see more people than usual wearing a hat today as March 28 marks Brain Tumour Research’s 'Wear A Hat Day'
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Aubrey kept bumping into furniture, then doctors had devastating news
Health
The seven-year-old's condition has been called rare and inoperable
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Nutritionist Signe Svanfeldt says five food changes can improve mental health
Health
The lead nutritionist has listed foods you should be eating and explained exactly what they do for you
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Mum's diagnosis after 20 years of fatigue, heavy periods and pain after sex
Health
Dearbhail says the then unexplained condition left her ill 70% of the time
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Man trapped in South Africa after fall as flight would kill him
Health
Dennis Stewart fell backwards down the stairs and hit his head
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Property
Property
Inside 'stylish' £1.75m West Country home with 'spectacular' river views
The spacious four-bedroom house in Newton Ferrers comes with planning permission to make it even bigger
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Warning if you detect a rotten egg smell in your home, act fast
Property
As well as getting an engineer in you may need to seek medical attention
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Man caves dying out as make-up of 'perfect home' is changing
Property
People are now more likely to want walk-on wardrobes and a craft room
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Most of us have no idea what conveyancing is
Property
All those who have either bought, sold or remortgaged a property will have needed to use the service
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AI predicts perfect homes for UK's biggest cities
Property
'They skilfully encapsulate the architectural heritage of various regions'
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UK & World News
UK & World News
Dog seriously ill after eating 1kg of Easter chocolate
Bailey ate two large eggs, two small eggs, two boxes of Smarties, two packs of chocolate buttons and a bag of Mini Eggs
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Watch: Family stunned as 'ghost' stands next to their sports car two nights in a row
UK & World News
CCTV captured a strange white figure lingering at the door of their Audi TT
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Girl kicked out of class for wearing trainers despite doctor's note
UK & World News
Skyla, 13, has missed school for weeks after being punished for wearing shoes her GP says she should be allowed to wear
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10million urged to take action this weekend or face higher energy bills
UK & World News
The difference could be as much as £4.65 a week
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Four in 10 Easter bakers admit some of their sweet treats will end up in the bin
UK & World News
Brits are set to bake a whopping 66 million goodies this Easter weekend, from cakes and biscuits to scones - but as many as third will not be suitable to serve to guests
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Regional News
Regional News
Snow blankets swathes of the UK, with more high winds, rain and sleet forecast
Parts of the UK woke up to almost three inches of snow as an area of rain, sleet and hill snow moves across the UK
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Two injured after crash closes A-road during rush hour
Regional News
The A420 was closed in both directions following a crash this morning, Thursday, March 28
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Boy, 7, dies after lorry and VW Polo crash on the M4
Regional News
Police are appealing for information following the crash yesterday afternoon (March 27)
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Aldi reveals list of new stores coming as it plans 35 more this year
Regional News
Each new store opening will create around 40 new jobs
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Pub known for roasts and bottomless lunches announces closure
Pubs
The Grapevine Brasserie in Mangotsfield, South Gloucestershire, said it had been a 'tough decision' to close down after six years of trading - and hundreds of customers have expressed their sadness
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Expert says 15p pill can stop you getting dementia in later life
Studies that a diet rich in fibre was found people taking a supplement had much improved brain function in weeks
Woman hit by Mini Countryman in garden centre car park
Gloucestershire Police
Emergency services called to scene and pedestrian taken to hospital
30p pill could help protect your eyesight, says optometrist
Health
Two nutrients have been found to have the potential to slow the impact of aging on your vision
Met Office verdict after heavy snow falls in West Country with hail and thunder a risk and UK weather warnings
Weather
Snow warning in Wales and wind warning along South Coast on Thursday
Two cups a day of some types of tea reduces stress and helps sleep
Health
The report says teas, including black and green, can reduce anxiety
M5
M5 traffic live: Easter getaway begins with crash as millionis expected to hit the roads
Collision in Taunton, Somerset, with warnings about delays and congestion
Woman hit by Mini Countryman in garden centre car park
Gloucestershire Police
Emergency services called to scene and pedestrian taken to hospital
Met Office verdict after heavy snow falls in West Country with hail and thunder a risk and UK weather warnings
Weather
Snow warning in Wales and wind warning along South Coast on Thursday
A Place in the Sun couple in tears at cruel twist to dream home quest
TV
A Place in the Sun couple Manigeh and Ian were left in tears after they thought they had secured their dream holiday home in Torrevieja - only for it to be taken off the market
'Common sense prevails' as 'ludicrous' bid to redraw town's electoral boundary is binned
Politics
There had been concern in Stroud over “absolutely insane” plans to move the Stroud Trinity ward to the new County Council division of Bisley and Painswick
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M5 traffic live: Easter getaway begins with crash as millionis expected to hit the roads
Collision in Taunton, Somerset, with warnings about delays and congestion
Woman hit by Mini Countryman in garden centre car park
Gloucestershire Police
Emergency services called to scene and pedestrian taken to hospital
Met Office verdict after heavy snow falls in West Country with hail and thunder a risk and UK weather warnings
Weather
Snow warning in Wales and wind warning along South Coast on Thursday
A Place in the Sun couple in tears at cruel twist to dream home quest
TV
A Place in the Sun couple Manigeh and Ian were left in tears after they thought they had secured their dream holiday home in Torrevieja - only for it to be taken off the market
'Common sense prevails' as 'ludicrous' bid to redraw town's electoral boundary is binned
Politics
There had been concern in Stroud over “absolutely insane” plans to move the Stroud Trinity ward to the new County Council division of Bisley and Painswick