A family in Linden risk losing their home following a fire in the early hours of Thursday morning. The fire has destroyed majority of the ground floor, about 80 per cent. The damage to the second floor is not known yet. Linden primary school is holding a collection to help the family. […]
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Gloucester gear up for a must win against Harlequins
After their win over Bath last weekend, John Afoa said that this weekends Aviva Premiership game against Harlequins a “must win”. The former New Zealand tight-head came back from a calf strain against Bath, winning 15 – 11. He is set to start again at Kingsholm this Saturday. He said “five weeks wasn’t a long time […]
Man jailed for nearly 12 years after admitting murdering his wife
A man has been jailed after admitting to the murder of his wife after nearly 12 years. David Lancaster, 60 was jailed for murdering his wife Helen. He killed the 54-year-old at their house in the early hours of September 30 last year. Mr Lancaster, of Kingston Road, Northway, Tewkesbury, called the police […]
Single’s Guide for Valentine’s Day
Candle-lit dinners, Instagramable roses and cliché ‘I love you’ cards are the epitome of Valentine’s Day. The romance filled day is generally celebrated by loved-up twosomes who relish their partners company. On this particular day, it seems as though those who prefer to stay single are expected to stay at home and eat donuts […]
Elderly man bottled while walking his dog
An elderly man was assaulted with a glass bottle while out walking his dog. The 71- year-old suffered from head injuries after being attacked on Carter Road in Cheltenham. Police have released an e-fit to track down the offender. The attack happened around 4.15pm on Thursday January 21. Officers said the […]
Gloucestershire Weather Forecast: A cloudy day with glimpses of sun
The weather in Gloucestershire will be rather dull today with forecasts predicting a largely cloudy day, with just a chance of sunny intervals. There is also the possibility of some showery outbreaks as the cold winter weather looks set to continue. The temperature will sit around 6C but this evening dip to a chillier 2C. Looking […]
Shock at sudden closure of The Daffodil in Cheltenham
One of Cheltenham’s top restaurants, The Daffodil, has closed. The restaurant, which is known for its iconic Art Deco setting, quality cuisine and live jazz, shut last Friday with the loss of 35 jobs. Lee O’Connor, a former waiter of at the historic restaurant says he was shocked by the sudden closure: “It’s absolutely disgusting; […]
‘Time to Talk’ helps raise awareness for mental health
Awareness of mental health has been increased thanks to a campaign by Time to Change. A series of events called ‘Time to Talk’ were held to help those affected by mental health problems allowing them to share their experiences and thoughts. A social media campaign supported the day, with the hashtag #timetotalk trending all day on Twitter, whilst […]
£40 million government guarantee scheme creates way for new student village in Cheltenham
£40 million has been granted by the Government to build a new student village in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire. This will be the first time that a guarantee has been given to a privately financial university accommodation project, taking a former teaching campus at the University of Gloucestershire and developing it into a brand new student […]
Knife-point robbery appeal for information
Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery at knife-point in Charlton Kings last weekend. A 31-year old man was approached by another man on Sunday, January 4 at 6:45pm. The offender asked for the victim’s keys and pulled out a six-inch cutlery knife. The victim handed over his car and house keys. The offender, who is […]