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Cheltenham and Gloucester council chiefs would oppose any move for 'supercity' on green belt
Gloucester City Council
Labour Government is expected to take a more strategic approach to house building and release green belt land for development
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A417 village speeding fears raised as homes bid is approved with road safety features
A417
Southbound traffic speeds are around nine miles per hour above the limit in the Hartpury area according to civic chiefs
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Mobile speed cameras catch 208 drivers on six county roads in a month
Traffic & Travel
The worst road for offending saw 84 people caught speeding
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Decision on plans to build 11 homes in Gloucestershire village
Gloucester News
Forest of Dean District planners have considered the proposals to develop over an acre of land off Netherend in Woolaston near Lydney
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Clarkson's Farm star Jeremy Clarkson shows off gross find after buying pub on former dogging site
Jeremy Clarkson
Jeremy Clarkson has bought a pub in the Cotswolds and has discovered that it is built on a former dogging hotspot - and it seems some elements of its seedy past still remain
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Jeremy Clarkson 'offered almost £1million for Cotswolds pub within minutes of meeting owner'
Jeremy Clarkson
Jeremy Clarkson is said to have been so keen on taking control of a village pub that he approached the owner with an offer for it shortly after meeting her
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Schools to go wild and design their own Pride of Gloucestershire lion cub
Education
'Spaces in Cheltenham and Gloucester will be transformed with beautiful free artwork for all to enjoy'
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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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Decision taken on huge bid for 375 homes, business park and school near town
housing
More than 2,500 people opposed the plans to develop 60 acres of farmland south of Gloucester Street
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Children's whispers heard during terrifying visit to 'Britain's most haunted school'
In the News
Ghost hunter Tony Ferguson and his team were left feeling 'shocked' and 'nervous' after hearing whistling and footsteps
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Hunt for man who chased, caught and killed a seagull
Animals and Pets
A CCTV image has been issued following the barbaric act
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Woman took indecent images of her child and sent them to her paedophile lover
Gloucestershire Police
She is no longer allowed any unsupervised contact with children
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Gloucestershire forest holiday park named among the best in the UK - beating Center Parcs and Butlins
Gloucestershire
One Gloucestershire holiday park has been named on the list of best holiday parks in the UK, with the company coming in second place
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Dyson plans to cut 1,000 UK jobs, more than quarter of workforce
Regional News
It comes after a new chief executive was appointed following a drop in sales
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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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Beko factory in Yate could be closed with 150 jobs at risk
Regional News
Hotpoint UK says the factory has been 'operating at a loss'
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New takeaway and restaurant plans unveiled for Gloucester
Gloucester
Exciting new dining spot coming to Gloucester, featuring both a takeaway and a sit-down restaurant experience
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New foodie venue to launch in Cheltenham offering a mix of West African and Caribbean cuisine
Food and Drink
We hear from chef Cheikh Faye on his new venture in the town
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Big improvements planned for bus services near Gloucestershire
Transport
“We hope to make more service improvements as more funding becomes available,”
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Home alone dog triggers fire by accidentally turning on hob in kitchen
Oxfordshire
The dog was rescued by neighbours who gave it CPR
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The Cotswold bakery under new ownership and offering a new food extension for customers
Food and Drink
We meet the new owners of Bakery on the Water to talk their new venture
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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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Gloucester News
TV
Filming begins for huge prime time TV show in Gloucester car park
Trailers have arrived to film new Alibi TV show Mudtown
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A40 blocked both ways by two-vehicle crash near Gloucester
Traffic & Travel
The crash led to heavy traffic in the area
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Man jailed after throttling Jack Russell terrier in Cheltenham
Animals and Pets
One of just hundreds of animal cruelty reports in Gloucestershire
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Gloucester Food Festival celebrity chef line-up announced
Gloucester Quays
Chef, author, winner of Great British Bake Off and finalist on Strictly Come Dancing John Whaite will appear to do a live cookery session
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Hereford Indie Festival promises four days of music, food, and fun
Hereford
Join the Hereford Indie Festival for a four-day celebration of live music, delicious food, and local talent
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Cheltenham News
Cheltenham
Ukraine hero from Cheltenham to feature in documentary
Chris Parry was unlawfully killed in Ukraine whilst working as a humanitarian aid worker
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Masked men use golf club used to smash into home as separate raid sees bleach poured over house
Cheltenham
Police list three break-ins that happened over three-day period
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Biker in serious condition after crash in Cheltenham
Cheltenham
The victim's condition has deteriorated in hospital
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Much-loved Cheltenham fitness expert dies on family holiday in Greece
Cheltenham
Many are in shock after Faiz Bankole's tragic death
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'Bad boys' pizza place is latest Cotswolds foodie opening from old school pals Toby and Sam
Cotswolds
Cattivo is opening next month in Cirencester
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Business
Business
Businesses invest in luxury part-time offices to lure workers back
Companies are saving money on full time leases and using the money to upgrade in a bid to bring workers back
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Over 50s now make up almost half of UK's sole traders
Business
“They're not just joining the workforce; they're reshaping it, proving that it's never too late to pursue your passions and build something meaningful"
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Businesses offered access to digital tools
Business
40% admitted that they currently lacked the knowledge to get the most from them
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90% of business owners work while on holiday
Business
Many admit to cancelling or never taking breaks while others just keep their laptop on the whole time
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Experts list common mistake that prevent people from landing a job
Business
From the CV stage through to interview, people make the same mistakes time and again
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Health
Health
Physio says '20 minutes' can stop muscle and joint pain 'that 83 per cent have'
New research has found that the majority of us have dealt with joint and muscle pain at some stage - and a fifth suffer with discomfort daily
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Woman's simple orange 'hack' recommended by doctor
Health
Not getting enough iron in your system can become a big problem, but eating certain fruits before meals could help
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15p cold drink every day cuts risk of heart attack and stroke
Health
It cuts cholesterol and lowers the risk of coronary heart disease by 14 per cent
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Benefits of creatine to build muscle - how much to take and side effects
Health
Increasing your creatine intake could help gym-goers achieve fitness goals faster, but be wary of potential downsides
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Doctor shares exercise to relieve neck and back pain - but it comes with a warning
Health
BBC’s health expert Dr Xand van Tulleken shared his quick guide to alleviating back pain with subtle exercises you could even do at your desk
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Property
Your Money
Amazon's 50% off Ring doorbell plus free Echo Pop worth £45 for Prime Day
Amazon Prime Day is here and there's a rare deal available for shoppers buying a Ring Video Doorbell
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Man bags himself a £2million hotel with a £1 deposit
Property
Samuel says he has got the hotel for less than the price of a bag of crisps
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Common DIY mistakes that could cost you up to £50,000
Your Money
An expert has listed some of the most common mishaps that can leave you out of pocket.
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'Opening an ISA helped me save £20,000 in just two years - here's how'
Your Money
A young woman has shared the exact method she used to save £20,000 for a house deposit in two years
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'We're both 30 but earn millions a year by renting out our homes on Airbnb'
Your Money
Michael Elefante, 30, and his wife Jill, 30, bought their first property in December 2019 and rented it out to country music tourists and hen parties
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UK & World News
UK & World News
King's Speech July 2024 - 19 key points and how they impact you
Smoking, vaping, renationalising the railways, new workers' rights, increasing mayor's powers and efforts to clean up the nation's rivers have been announced
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Katherine Ryan launches world's first TV dinners pop-up restaurant - with food scientifically paired with TV shows
UK & World News
Ryan was joined by Shaun Williamson to open the restaurant, by U, the new free streaming service from UKTV, which launched on July 16.
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Expecto Patronum! Parents deploying Harry Potter as 'secret weapon' over the summer holidays
UK & World News
JK Rowling’s creation has emerged as parents’ number one ‘secret weapon’ for sparking children’s interest in discovering and understanding unusual words, sounds, and syllables.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle break 64-year tradition with Archie and Lili surname
Prince Charles, Prince of Wales
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex have broken a longstanding Royal tradition dating back to 1960 by changing their children's surnames on their official website
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Met Office gives exact days and places for UK mini-heatwave with 30C
UK & World News
It comes after a torrential month that has some some parts of the country suffering 154% of the usual monthly rainfall
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Regional News
Regional News
Person dies following incident on South West train line
Emergency services were called to the scene
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Full list of 17 new sites where 1,751 homes could be built in South Gloucestershire
South Gloucestershire Council
Maps show where the extra housing has been added to the Local Plan, taking the total number of proposed homes to 22,000 by 2040
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New AI cameras spotting mobile and seatbelt crimes may be fitted to motorway gantries
Regional News
They automatically detect if someone's on the phone or isn't using a seatbelt
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Controlling stalker who attacked victim in Hereford jailed for three years
Hereford
Janed Khan stalked, harassed and assaulted his victim
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Beauty pageant contestant refuses to cover up her scar after open heart surgery
Regional News
Crystal Pincott says the scar is 'part of 'who I am' and does not see the point in trying to hide it
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A40 blocked both ways by two-vehicle crash near Gloucester
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The crash led to heavy traffic in the area
Thousands of homes planned on South Gloucestershire greenbelt
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Placard-bearing demonstrators made their voices heard against the scheme
Gloucestershire death notices and funeral announcements made in the last week
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Jeremy Clarkson 'accidentally' opens new Oxfordshire pub 5 weeks early for Euro 2024 final
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Money expert Iona Bain detailed how single people, or those living alone, can circumvent the staggering ‘singles tax’
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Health
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Traffic & Travel
The crash led to heavy traffic in the area
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What's On News
If you are going on holiday to Italy, the Foreign Office has said there are things you need to know prior to travelling or risk emptying your wallet
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What's On News
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Politics
Placard-bearing demonstrators made their voices heard against the scheme
Your Money
BBC expert warns of ‘singles tax’ costing £11,000 more on bills each year
Money expert Iona Bain detailed how single people, or those living alone, can circumvent the staggering ‘singles tax’
Physio says '20 minutes' can stop muscle and joint pain 'that 83 per cent have'
Health
New research has found that the majority of us have dealt with joint and muscle pain at some stage - and a fifth suffer with discomfort daily
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TV
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Amazon Prime
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