Man uses survival techniques in mud trap

shortcut ordeal:  Gary Ellis at the Coopers Edge building site in Brockworth where he became trapped.

Gary Ellis found himself waist deep in mud after a late night walk home.

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Man stuck in mud

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A man had to be rescued by fire crews after getting stuck up to his waist in mud at a housing estate in the early hours of this morning...

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Cheese rolling cancelled

"a big loss":  Diana Smart, maker of the cheese rolling cheese.

The popular event has been cancelled due to health and safety issues.

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Police crackdown on truants

Police crackdown on truants

Young people hauled by to school by officers in Innsworth, Churchdown and Brockworth.

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New improvements on the way at Gloucester school

IMPROVEMENTS:  Year 7's Aaron Bolton, 11, Chloe Anderson, 12, Courtnay Parcell, 12,  and Nicholas Knapan, 12.

Environmental improvements on the way at Brockworth Enterprise School.

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Love is in the air for balloon couple

Love is in the air for balloon couple

Ashley Howell popped the big question to girlfriend Zara Williams while 1,500 feet up in the air.

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Old railway films will be screened

NOSTALGIC railway films will be shown in Brockworth next week. The Gloucester Film Makers are hosting the nostalgic railway film show called Steam Trains to the Sea. Cine films and tape...

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Roadshow promotes new waste scheme

questions answered:   Maureen Rowcliffe-Quarry

Waste experts have been dishing the dirt on a new recycling scheme in Brockworth.

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Brockworth fly-tipping spot to be cleared up

Brockworth fly-tipping spot to be cleared up

Workmen have moved in to clear up the debris around the Horsbere Brook after inconsiderate residents used the area as a dumping ground....

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Residents welcome road mud clean-up

John Kay

A MUDDY road in Brockworth has been cleaned up after a campaign by angry residents. Gloucestershire Highways has cleaned the mud off...

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Anger over lorries mounting verges

Joan-rich

Residents say lorries mounting verges in Brockworth are causing a right mess.

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Cardiff coach has 'no clue' about Delve decision

boss:  Dai Young

Cardiff coach Dai Young has admitted he has no idea which way Gareth Delve's decision on his future will go.

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Cheltenham Town players are totally committed says hero Pook

Hat-trick hero Michael Pook says that Cheltenham Town's extraordinary 6-5 victory over Burton Albion answers any questions over the players' commitment

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Harris header earns Gloucester City a priceless point

Leveller:  Jack Harris

A late equaliser from the head of Jack Harris earned Gloucester City a priceless Blue Square North draw at play-off chasing Droylsden...

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Llewellyn Jockeys will be buzzing for the Festival

Having ridden seven winners at the Festival, Carl Llewellyn knows what will be going through the jockeys' minds as they compete for glory over the four days of the Festival.

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Cinderford approach derby with confidence

RETURN:  Cleeve's former Cinderford Town winger Ben Gascoyne on the ball in Saturday's win against AFC Hayes

Confidence is flowing in the Cinderford Town camp ahead of tonight's Gloucestershire derby with Bishop's Cleeve at the Causeway (7.45pm...

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Business booming in Abbeymead and Abbeydale

Business booming in Abbeymead and Abbeydale

Two new shops opening in Abbeymead and Abbeydale.

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HAVE YOUR SAY: Policing priorities

HAVE YOUR SAY:  Policing priorities

What should the police's priorities be in Quedgeley, Hardwicke and Kingsway?

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HAVE YOUR SAY: Change to drink-driving laws

HAVE YOUR SAY: Change to drink-driving laws

Drivers who drink less than a pint or beer or a glass of wine could still fail a breath test under a shake-up of drink-drive laws.

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HAVE YOUR SAY: Issues in Abbey

What do you think are the main issues in Abbeymead and Abbeydale?

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