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Ebrington Village Fete, Saturday 11th July, 2.00pm

Sun, 28 Jun 2015 20:46:10 +0000

Ebrington’s traditional village fete
and family dog show is held at Ebrington Cricket Ground on the outskirts of the
village with wonderful views towards Broad Campden, Paxford and Blockley. Free parking will be available opposite the

Ebrington & District Gardening Club - Spring Show

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 08:06:40 +0000

The 2015 Annual Spring Show was held on Saturday 11th April
in Ebrington Village Hall.

Antiques From The Home Of John Penrose Go Under The Hammer at Dreweatts & Bloomsbury Auctions

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 17:08:07 +0000

An eclectic selection of interior antiques belonging to art and antiques dealer Mr, John Penrose will be sold at Dreweatts & Bloomsbury Auctions Donnington Priory saleroom in their two-day Interiors, Glass and Ceramics sale on Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th January.

Bruton Knowles appointed on two commercial sites in Gloucester

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 16:51:33 +0000

Bruton Knowles has been appointed to jointly market two commercial estates both of which are located in Gloucester. Bruton Knowles will now act alongside Alder King to promote the estates which are owned by the Robert Hitchins Group.

Stonehouse-based firm Eurolink Connect support Operation Shoebox

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 16:38:40 +0000

2014 commemorates the fifteenth anniversary of Stonehouse-firm Eurolink Connect. As part of its anniversary initiatives Eurolink have joined forces with the voluntary charity organisation Operation Shoebox to supply goods and home comforts to 15 members of a British troop currently serving in Afghanistan.

UN Chiefs descend on the University of Gloucestershire to lead discussions on the value of Universities to improving quality of life

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 10:46:41 +0000

The University of Gloucestershire, widely recognised as a leading university in the area of sustainable practice, brought together UN Chiefs, experts and students at an international sustainability conference on Friday and Saturday (January 10 and 11).

MotoGP Commentator and former World Superbike racer turned practical joker Steve Parrish to appear at the Bacon Theatre, Cheltenham

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 10:41:41 +0000

Enjoy the life and times of Steve Parrish which provide a completely different, colourful, humorous and, at times daring portrayal of this man's career. Steve Parrish raced at the highest level of motorcycle racing, becoming British Champion in 1976 and 5th in the 1977 500cc World Championship, as team mate to that year's champion Barry Sheene.

Marie Curie Cancer Care needs 400 local Volunteer Collectors

Fri, 10 Jan 2014 17:34:22 +0000

Marie Curie Cancer Care is appealing for people across Coventry and Warwickshire to donate an hour of their time this March to collect for the charity's annual Great Daffodil Appeal.

Global search secures new owners for top tea shop in Minchinhampton

Thu, 09 Jan 2014 20:32:49 +0000

Popular Minchinhampton visitor attraction The Kitchen has been sold following a truly global effort by go-to Cotswolds specialists Colliers International.
The Kitchen has been operated by Werner and Dianne Bunt who grew the cafe from a small 30 cover shop to a thriving 120-cover restaurant during their ten years at the helm.

The Cotswolds Art & Antiques Dealers' Association Fair returns to Blenheim Palace for the Third Year

Wed, 08 Jan 2014 20:51:53 +0000

The Cotswolds Art & Antiques Dealers' Association Fair returns to the elegant setting of Blenheim Palace, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PP from Thursday 3rd to Sunday 6th April 2014. Now in its third year the fair has cultivated an ardent following of collectors, art consultants, museum experts, interior designers and the public alike making the fair a 'must-visit' destination.

The Citizen published Rugby World Cup 2015: Tonga's Sione Kalamafoni wary of Argentina'...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:50:00 +0000

Sione Kalamafoni is preparing to take on the Pumas' pack at Leicester City Stadium on Sunday.Following Tonga's 35-21 victory over Namibia in Exeter on Tuesday, the Ikale Tahi must beat Argentina to have any realist chance of progressing from Pool C after their defeat against Georgia in the opening round."Argentina will be a whole different ball game," Kalamafoni said. "Their scrum is one of the best in the game."Tonga flanker Jack Ram added: ""The game (against...

The Citizen published Cinderford sign Johnny Sexton's brother from Exeter Chiefs

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:22:00 +0000

Cinderford have signed Irishman Jerry Sexton on a short-term loan deal from Premiership outfit Exeter Chiefs.The 22-year-old lock, whose older brother Johnny is leading the charge for Ireland in the World Cup, joins the ranks at Dockham Road following the Foresters' bonus-point victory over Wharfedale.Formerly part of Leinster's academy, Sexton arrived at Sandy Park last season following a stint with French ProD2 setup Auch.Cinderford director of rugby Nic Corrigan said: "This is an another...

The Citizen published Rugby World Cup 2015: Alasdair Dickinson calling on Scotland to...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 14:06:00 +0000

Prop Alasdair Dickinson says Scotland must step it up in the first half if they are to slay the Springboks on Saturday.The former Gloucester loosehead, who currently plays for Edinburgh, has been part of an improved Scottish World Cup team, which leads Pool B following victories over USA and Bok-busters Japan at Kingsholm.Vern Cotter's men sealed bonus-points in both encounters following second-half flourishes and 31-year-old Dickinson knows a full 80-minute performance is needed to take down...

CitizenNews published Jeremy Clarkson and Kelly Brook revealed as most dangerous...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 13:50:00 +0000

Kelly Brook, Victoria Beckham and Jeremy Clarkson are the most dangerous people to search for on Google.Based on an analysis of how many search results link to websites containing malicious software and viruses, the 10 most 'dangerous' people to look up on Google are:1.Kelly Brook2.Katie Price3.Nick Grimshaw4.Rita Ora5.Victoria Beckham6.Kate Middleton7.Idris Elba8.Frank Lampard9.Jeremy Clarkson10.Tom HardyLooking for a job in Gloucester? Visit our jobs in Gloucester pages

CitizenNews published New lease of life for 'run down' Gloucester building with plans...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 13:38:00 +0000

New life could be breathed into an "eyesore" building in Gloucester city centre if plans for 14 new flats are approved.Grade II-listed 18 Brunswick Square has been empty for several years and is on a city council list of "vulnerable" buildings.But plans have been submitted to the council to build eight new one-bedroom flats inside the former offices.Applicant Domain Communications also wants to demolish the derelict tram shed at the back and build a further six one-bedroom...

The Citizen published Cricket: James Fuller leaves Gloucestershire to join Middlesex

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 13:37:00 +0000

All-rounder James Fuller has joined Middlesex after spurning a new contract offer at Gloucestershire.The 25-year-old spent five seasons in Bristol, having been spotted by former County director of cricket John Bracewell.Born in South Africa, paceman Fuller grew up in New Zealand and played for Otago before joining Gloucestershire as a British passport holder in August 2010.He played a key role in this season's successful Royal London One-Cup campaign with 15 wickets, including two for 34 in the...

The Citizen published Man charged with raft of driving offences after van crash in...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 10:24:00 +0000

Police have charged a man with dangerous driving, failing to stop and driving with no insurance or MOT after a chase ended with a collision in Gloucester.Officers had pursued a Vauxhall Astra van from Cheltenham, down the Golden Valley bypass and into Gloucester before it ended with a collision involving an unmarked BMW police car in Eastern Avenue.There were two 15-year-old girls in the back of the van, one of whom suffered a skull fracture in the crash and remains in Gloucestershire Royal...

The Citizen published Slimbridge shock Swindon Supermarine to claim second win of...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 10:11:00 +0000

Swindon Supermarine 1 Slimbridge 2A superb hardworking performance from Slimbridge saw them record a morale-boosting victory at high-flying Supermarine at Webbswood Stadium. The win, the Swans' second of the Southern League Division One South and West campaign, moves them up two places to 18th in the table.Slimbridge made a very bright start and were rewarded with 10 minutes on the clock when Paul Fahy looped a shot from the edge of the Marine box over keeper Matt Bulman to put the visitors in...

CitizenNews published Appeal for witnesses to Berkeley collision where girl, 5, was...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 10:06:00 +0000

Police have launched an appeal for witnesses to a collision on the B4066, Sanigar Lane in Berkeley.It happened at around 5.45pm on Saturday, September 26, when a black Chrysler and a blue BMW 520 were involved in a collision.A 73-year-old man and a five-year-old girl sustained minor injuries requiring hospital treatment.Anyone who witnessed the collision or the vehicles leading up to it is asked to call police on 101 quoting incident 357 of Saturday, September 26.Looking for a job in Gloucester?...

The Citizen published Longlevens slip to defeat at Kidlington

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 09:41:00 +0000

Kidlington 4 Longlevens 1Longlevens were well beaten by Hellenic League Premier Division title contenders Kidlington.Kiddy, on the back of their FA Cup exit to National North side Gloucester City, started brightly, knocking the ball around quickly, but Longlevens dealt with the early possession.On the half-hour a big defensive header from Kiddy caught Ed Smylle out and, although he managed to nick the ball away from the striker, full back Luke Kavanagh brought him down for a penalty, which was...

Weekend published Own it: Through the keyhole with Obsidian

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 09:02:00 +0000

Obsidian's client was looking for them to create a Moroccan style bathroom/cloakroom, as Marrakesh is one of their favourite places to visit on holiday.They wanted to add texture to this room. So the good use of copper, stone, wood and polished plaster, really reflected that within the design project.Obsidian Cheltenham41-47 Fairview Rd, Cheltenham, GL52 2EJ01242 237241Obsidian BourtonSycamore Barns, Bourton Industrial Park, Bourton-on-the-Water, GL54 2HQ01451 414234obsidian-interiors.co.uk

Weekend published Picture perfect: Sam Oldfield Photography

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 08:47:00 +0000

Click. Click. There is no sound quite like that of the shutter in a camera. A fraction of time has been preserved forever. Taking a photograph is capturing a moment in time. Or as Henri Cartier-Bresson described it, "the decisive moment".A photographer has the great privilege, and perhaps great responsibility, of recording moments of life, of beauty, of danger, of history. These split-seconds can be small and benign or they could be life-changing. The day you said "I do" to...

The Citizen published Places still available in 2015 Stroud Half Marathon

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 08:10:00 +0000

Not many races can boast the longevity of the Stroud Half Marathon, which is entering its 34th year.A new association between Stroud AC and FullonSport will host the 13.1 mile race on the streets of Stroud, Stonehouse, Standish and Whitminster. The race has its base at Marling School in Stroud, with the start and on nearby Cainscross Road, and the expectation is for well over 1,200 runners to take part on Sunday, October 25.Organisers have adopted two local causes as beneficiaries – The...

CitizenNews published Missing Meghan Wilson, 14, found safe and well in Gloucester

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 08:07:00 +0000

Police are pleased to report that 14-year-old Meghan Wilson has been found safe and well in Gloucester.Meghan, who lives in Tuffley, was last seen at her home address at around 6.10pm yesterday evening.She was later found safe and well in Gloucester.Gloucestershire Constabulary would like to thank everyone for their help and concern.Looking for a job in Gloucester? Visit our jobs in Gloucester pages

The Citizen published Only in Stroud? Workshop held for people to weave their own...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:57:00 +0000

Instead of carving pumpkins or throwing a white sheet over your head and pretending to be a ghost you could spend Hallowe'en weaving your own coffin.Norah Kennedy and Martin Jakes are hosting a weekend where people can create made-to-measure casket suitable for cremation or burial.It is also an opportunity to explore and discuss death and mortality."At this time of year, when the 'veil between the worlds' is said to be thin, this is a chance to make something of beauty and purpose, with an...

The Citizen published Gloucester AC: Third place for ladies at Plock Court

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:53:00 +0000

Nine Gloucester AC members competed across four teams in the Severn AC Cross-Country Relays at Plock Court.James Walters led the senior men's team out, coming home in fourth place in a very respectable 10.29 – the seventh fastest time overall on the day.Jeremy Mower took up the running and produced a solid 10.55 leg to move the team up one place. Aaron Bennett clocked 12.27 on leg three to come home in fourth.A guest runner from Stroud AC ran the final leg to bring the team home in fifth...

CitizenNews commented School children 'having to risk their lives at dangerous...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:20:00 +0000

School children are having to risk their lives crossing a busy Gloucester junction due to speeding drivers and not enough safety measures.That's according to Lisa Boyle, landlady of the Fox and Elms in Stroud Road, who said she sees near misses between pupils from the nearby St Peter's High School and motorists outside her pub regularly.She has called for three-way traffic lights at the junction between Stroud Road and Tuffley Lane to keep children safe as school buses make pick ups and...

CitizenNews published Traffic and Travel: Accident in Brockworth and congestion in...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 07:08:00 +0000

Congestion is already affecting Gloucestershire's roads as commuters begin their journeys to work.A crash involving three vehicles is slowing traffic on the A417 in Brockworth, near A46 Shurdington Road. Elsewhere in Gloucester, there is congestion in Eastern Avenue from Metz Way traffic lights to the Walls Roundabout, and at the A40 Longford Roundabout. There is also heavy traffic in the A40 eastbound in Highnam between the A48 and Over Roundabout. Congestion is also being reported at the Air...

CitizenNews published Sister of Down's Syndrome man who died at Gloucestershire Royal...

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 06:55:00 +0000

The sister of a man with Down's Syndrome who died at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital said she will take the trust that runs the facility to court for alleged neglect.Austin Smith, 63, died on June 29 2012 after being admitted to hospital for a chest infection. An inquest into his death, which was held yesterday, found Austin died of bronchopneumonia. But Christine Hopkin, Austin's sister, said she remains upset by the treatment she said her brother received at the hospital and will take civil...

CitizenNews published Gloucestershire Weather: Clear sunshine for next three days

Wed, 30 Sep 2015 05:58:00 +0000

Clear sunshine is set to brighten up Gloucestershire for the next three days.There are some patchy clouds in the skies this morning but these are expected to disperse by the late morning, forecasters say.Temperatures will reach 18C today, and the Met Office is predicting similar weather on Thursday and Friday.Today:Any early localised mist or fog patches will readily clear this morning leaving a dry day with patchy cloud and plenty of sunshine. It will feel rather pleasant in the warm sunshine...

First day at Cheltenham races off to peaceful start

Wed, 14 Mar 2012 13:05:28 +0000

POLICE in Gloucestershire are pleased with how the first day of the Cheltenham Festival 2012 has gone with only two arrests made so far.

Man suffers serious head injury in Stow

Mon, 12 Mar 2012 10:35:38 +0000

A 48-year old man is in a critical condition in hospital after he was found with a serious head injury in Stow.

Inquest into death of Anti-bullying campaigner heard by coroner

Tue, 21 Feb 2012 17:36:18 +0000

A dad who could not get over the suicide of his 15 year old son hanged himself after leaving a Facebook message saying "Au Revoir, so long - or maybe A Bientot," an inquest heard today.

Course for bee-keepers creates buzz in the Cotswolds

Sat, 18 Feb 2012 12:00:00 +0000

THERE will be a buzz in Adelstrop next week with a one-day course for bee-keepers.

Tractor worth thousands stolen from Temple Guiting farm

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 17:14:22 +0000

A TRACTOR worth about £36,000 was stolen from a farm in Temple Guiting yesterday.

Winchcombe residents - ask your policing team questions

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:41:08 +0000

WINCHCOMBE residents are being encouraged to ask their local policing team questions.

Have your say on policing priorities in Winchcombe

Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:30:20 +0000

THE local policing team in Winchcombe are encouraging residents to come to a meeting that will help them decide the policing priorities for the area.

Generous Winchcombe residents praised

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 12:52:57 +0000

NEARLY £9,000 has been collected by the Royal British Legion in Winchcombe from this year’s poppy appeal.

Firefighters attend chimney fire near Stow

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 10:19:32 +0000

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a cottage near Stow after reports of a chimney fire.

A flock of children steal show at nativity

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:44:59 +0000

A FLOCK of children with woolly hats and black noses stole the show at their Nativity.

Primary school pupils release Christmas single

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

CHRISTMAS Time is Here at Last – according to a school in the Cotswolds.

Designer clutch raises £2,600 for charity at auction

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

A VINTAGE Cartier clutch bag donated anonymously to a charity shop in Stow has fetched £2,600 at auction.

Police appeal for witnesses to collision in Winchcombe

Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:25:54 +0000

WITNESSES are being urged to come forward after a car collided with a milk float in Winchcombe.

Community radio station gets full-time licence

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 14:00:00 +0000

COMMUNITY station Radio Winchcombe will be on the airwaves full-time after it was awarded a licence by Ofcom.

Anti-bullying campaigner laid to rest

Thu, 15 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

ANTI-bullying campaigner and Stow Town Council clerk Roger Crouch has been laid to rest alongside his son Dom – whose tragic death affected him so deeply.

Charity enjoys boost to its ranks

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

A STOW-based charity has enjoyed a boost to its ranks since its launched a recruitment drive in August.

Gritters gear up for colder weather

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:42:10 +0000

Gritters will be going out overnight on planned routes in the Cotswolds as temperatures drop this evening.

Swell Primary school take law into their own hands

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

PUPILS at Swell Primary have been taking the law into their own hands this term and have transformed their classroom into a crime scene.

Tributes pour in for antibullying campaigner Roger Crouch

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

TRIBUTES have been paid to antibullying campaigner and Stow Town Council clerk Roger Crouch who was found dead last week.

Stow primary pupils tell story of nativity

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

PUPILS at Stow Primary have swapped their school uniforms and have transformed into angels, wise men and even a donkey for this year’s nativity play.

Shopping extravaganza in Stow this weekend

Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

SHOPPERS in Stow will be in for a festive treat this weekend with stores opening late and a flying visit from Father Christmas.

Artist's book a hit with school in Malawi

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

A CHILDREN’S book written by an artist from Stow is being used as a teaching aid in a school in Malawi.

Firefighters called to fuel spillage in Stow

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a spillage in Stow after a collision between two cars and a wall in The Square on Friday.

Temperatures rise with increase in chimney fires

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

FIREFIGHTERS were called to two chimney fires in the Cotswolds over the weekend.

Cotswold dry stone wallers benefit from cash boost

Sun, 04 Dec 2011 12:00:00 +0000

MORE than four miles of dry-stone walling have been reinstated in the Cotswolds thanks to a grant scheme launched last year.

Tributes paid to Stow Town Council Clerk who died on Monday

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:25:18 +0000

TRIBUTES have been pouring in for anti-bullying campaigner and Stow Town Council clerk Roger Crouch who was found dead at his home on Monday.

Get behind the rural broadband campaign

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

A COUNTY-wide campaign to improve rural broadband has been launched in Gloucestershire.

Stow Town Council in shock after sudden death of clerk

Thu, 01 Dec 2011 11:44:01 +0000

MEMBERS of Stow Town Council have been left reeling by the sudden death of their clerk Roger Crouch on Monday.

Two men taken to hospital after crash near Stow

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:30:44 +0000

TWO men were taken to hospital after a crash on the A429 near Stow last week.

Stamp collection sells for £9,000 at auction

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

A SIGNIFICANT stamp collection sold for £9,000 when it went under the hammer in Winchcombe last week.

Stow painting sells for thousands at Christie's sale

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 08:30:00 +0000

A PAINTING of the market square in Stow created by L.S.Lowry in 1947 was sold to a private collector for £481,350 when it went under the hammer last week.

Stow Primary to sing in choral extravaganza

Tue, 22 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

PUPILS at Stow Primary School will be taking part in a mammoth choir concert at the end of the month.

Farmer Desmond Godman was a true gentleman

Thu, 17 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

TRIBUTES have been paid to “gentleman farmer” Desmond Godman who died after a short illness last Wednesday, aged 84.

What a pickle at Swell Primary School

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

PUPILS from Swell Primary School have been busy in the kitchen making Pudsey’s Pickle for Children in Need.

North Cotswold Rotary sends funds to earthquake-sticken Turkey

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

SINCE the 7.2 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Turkey last month the North Cotswold Rotary Club has donated £590 in survival boxes.

Get ready to enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean

Sat, 12 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

WINCHCOMBE will get a taste of the Mediterranean next weekend when it hosts its first Italian food market.

Ex-landlord's death 'treated as suicide'

Fri, 11 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000

A FORMER Cotswold pub landlord is believed to have committed suicide while awaiting trial on fraud charges.

It's all in the genes for the Winchcombe sisters

Thu, 10 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000

THREE sisters from Winchcombe have reached the combined age of 308 – and are still going strong.

Furry friend rescued by fire fighters

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

A DOG had to be rescued after it became stuck between a gas pipe and a wall on November 5.

Swell Primary School children give it some welly

Tue, 08 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

CHILDREN from Swell Primary School gave it some welly as they raised cash for an animal charity.

Have your say in Gloucestershire's budget

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 12:00:00 +0000

GLOUCESTERSHIRE residents are to have their say on how they think the County Council should be spending their money in next year’s budget.

Swell Primary play part in shoe box appeal

Sat, 05 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

YOUNGSTERS at Swell Primary School have been busy filling shoe boxes with goodies for the Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child annual appeal.

Damage caused in Stow after car collides with bus stop

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 14:36:08 +0000

DAMAGE was caused in a street in Stow after a car collided with a bus stop.

Man who died in Stanway Hill crash has been named

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:36:41 +0000

THE man who died in a road traffic collision at Stanway Hill on Monday afternoon has been named.

Lowry painting of Stow going under the hammer at Christie's

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

A PICTURESQUE view of Stow created by the artist Lowry in 1947 is to be auctioned at Christie’s in London.

Popular horse-racing journalist giving talk in the Cotswolds

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:00:00 +0000

THE popular horse-racing journalist, presenter and former jockey Brough Scott will be giving a talk next week in the Cotswolds.

Two injured after collision near Stow

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000

TWO people were taken to hospital after a collision near Stow on Saturday night.

New vintage shop to open in former Stow toy shop

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 09:00:00 +0000

A FORMER toy museum in Stow is being transformed into a vintage shop and workshop by a couple who have a passion for quirky collectables.

New initiative celebrating local landscapes has launched

Sun, 30 Oct 2011 12:00:00 +0000

A MAJOR new initiative urging people to reconnect with their local landscapes including the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has launched.

Locals urged to join in Stow Horse Fair

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 06:00:00 +0000

THE owner of the venue for Stow’s twice-yearly Gipsy horse fair has urged local people to get more involved in the event.

Urgent appeal to locate missing woman from Longborough

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 15:45:32 +0000

AN urgent appeal has been launched to trace a missing woman from Longborough.

Motorists urged to take care as snow due to return to Gloucestershire

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:41:06 +0000

MOTORISTS in Gloucestershire are being asked to take precautions as sleet and heavy snow is expected this evening and overnight.

The big freeze set to hit Gloucestershire this weekend

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:01:51 +0000

FREEZING temperatures, snow and ice are expected in parts of Gloucestershire over the weekend and residents are being urged to take extra care when travelling.

Moreton man given suspended sentence for drug charges

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:00:00 +0000

A MORETON man has been given a four month suspended jail sentence after admitting possessing cocaine, and having cannabis with intent to supply.

Cotswold ear-biter fined

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 09:25:36 +0000

A MAN who bit his ex-girlfriend's new partner on the ear in a Moreton pub attack has been ordered to pay his victim £750 compensation.

More than 60 arrests made during festive drink-drive crackdown

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:54:51 +0000

POLICE in Gloucestershire made more than 60 arrests for drink-driving during the annual Christmas and New Year crackdown.

Shed damaged in garden fire near Moreton

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 09:30:02 +0000

A SHED was damaged in a fire near Moreton in the early hours of this morning.

Man admits biting ear in pub toilet

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:30:00 +0000

A MORETON man has admitted biting another man's ear during an incident in a pub toilet.

Happy New Year from Councillor Lynden Stowe

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 12:10:00 +0000

THROUGH the Cotswold Journal, I would like to wish your readers a merry Christmas and a happy new year on behalf of Cotswold District Council.

Happy New Year from all at The Journal

Sun, 01 Jan 2012 00:10:00 +0000

Moreton youth club meeting

Fri, 30 Dec 2011 07:30:00 +0000

A WORKING group formed to discuss ways of funding a new youth club in Moreton-in-Marsh will hold its first meeting on Tuesday.

Firefighters battle a large barn fire

Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:23:09 +0000

FIGHFIGHTERS battled to control a large barn fire near Moreton yesterday.

Re-cycle your Cotswold Christmas trees

Sat, 24 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

COTSWOLD residents will be able to re-cycle their Christmas trees from the beginning of January.

Recycle your Christmas cards in the New Year

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 11:27:40 +0000

COTSWOLD residents are being invited to recycle their old Christmas cards from January to benefit a local charity.

Much-loved church-goer found dead in Moreton

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

AN 83-year-old woman from Moreton has been found dead in a church graveyard – the day before she was due to spend Christmas with her family.

Family plant tree to mark 100th anniversary at Batsford

Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

THE family of an Edwardian horticulturist made an emotional return to Batsford Arboretum to mark the 100th anniversary of his time as head gardener.

Pick up a free ice-scraper in Moreton today

Wed, 21 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

GLOUCESTERSHIRE Police are helping drivers get a clear view on road safety by giving away free ice scrapers this week. Today, police officers around the county will be visiting supermarkets to hand out the ice scrapers to drivers and urging them to “clear off before they drive off.”

Vunerable people get support in returning to work

Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:00:00 +0000

PEOPLE with mental health issues will soon be given more support to return to work following a decision by Gloucestershire County Council chiefs last week.

Library campaigners ready for next chapter

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

CAMPAIGN group Friends of Gloucestershire Libraries has offered advice to the county council as the authority devises a fresh library review.

Firefighters rescue horse from swimming pool

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

FIREFIGHTERS were called to a farm in Longborough after a horse fell into a swimming pool.