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Man suffers serious injuries after stabbing in Gloucester
Gloucestershire Police
A man in his 30s sustained serious injuries and was taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol
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London Road incident: Armed police called to Gloucester after assault
Gloucestershire Police
One person has been taken to hospital and one person has been arrested
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Decision taken on huge battery farm earmarked for green belt land near M5
Environment
Exagen has been given the go ahead over plans for 16 lithium-ion battery units north of the A417 in Brockworth
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Multiple arrests and dawn raids in 24-hour crime crackdown
Crime
Heroin, cannabis, ketamine, and ecstasy were seized with arrests for drug dealing, stalking, sexual offences, domestic abuse, theft, fraud and harassment
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NHS issues urgent Covid jab update in Gloucestershire for those most at risk from virus
NHS
Moves ahead of possible Covid spike over the summer
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Lucy Letby faces wait for ruling over bid to challenge her convictions
Regional News
The disgraced former nurse was convicted of the murders of seven babies and the attempted murders of six others
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Parade of 11 shops to be sold in Cheltenham with hotel change floated
Cheltenham
Office block in Gloucester also up for sale for £2.95m
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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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National Grid's A46 apology as temporary traffic lights cause mile-long queues
Traffic & Travel
Commuters have been left sat in traffic on Shurdington Road and Leckhampton Lane throughout this week
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Artisan pizza van plan sparks fears over 'unbearable noise'
South Gloucestershire Council
Row over expansion bid to take business to a South Gloucestershire high street and village car park
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National Grid's A46 apology as temporary traffic lights cause mile-long queues
Traffic & Travel
Commuters have been left sat in traffic on Shurdington Road and Leckhampton Lane throughout this week
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NHS issues urgent Covid jab update in Gloucestershire for those most at risk from virus
NHS
Moves ahead of possible Covid spike over the summer
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Mum who lost son, 4, to cancer creates artwork to 'bring him back to life'
Cheltenham
Joanne Humphreys, 60, from Cheltenham, lost her son Graeme to cancer in 1999 and has since created artwork using cell images and his finger paintings
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Road branded 'worst in town' as motorists take evasive action
Traffic & Travel
Priors Road needs some attention say residents and nearby councillors
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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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Gloucester pub suddenly closes as new restaurant lined up to take its place
Eating Out
Rose Tree Farm in Kingsway, which has a four-star rating on Tripadvisor, has closed with a Hickory's Smokehouse waiting to take it over
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Cotswold village's last pub at risk as bid to protect it falls short
Cotswold District Council
The Seven Tuns in Chedworth was nominated to be listed as a community asset but Cotswold District Council has rejected it
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Huge solar farm to be built in floodplain despite fears 'water and electricity don't mix well'
Environment
'Not one unit of electricity will go to the residents of Twigworth. They get all of the pain and none of the gain'
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Live: Urgent search for missing Cheltenham man not seen for days
Cheltenham
42-year-old Dean has not made contact with his family since the weekend
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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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A-road clears after two-vehicle crash near Brimscombe car wash
Traffic & Travel
The crash took place heading southbound at around 4.10pm this afternoon (April 24)
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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
Gloucester City Centre
Revamp bid for Gloucester pub with cafe, food and games space aims to put city 'back on the map'
Rich Palmer says his vision for The Chambers in Kings Square is part of an ambition is to reinvigorate the city as a destination
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Missing Gloucester teenager found safe and well
Gloucestershire Police
Police issued an update this afternoon (April 28)
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National Lottery winners face huge delays to get prizes
National Lottery
The National Lottery has been taken over by Allwyn, a multi-national lottery operator
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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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Hundreds of Gloucestershire council staff report bullying, discrimination and wrongdoing, survey says
Employment
A recent survey says roughly only six out of ten Shire Hall staff are confident such issues will be dealt with
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Cheltenham News
Environment
Hopes 'colossal water tank' will cut sewage spills by 99% as 'shocking' figures show 500 hours of pumping in Cheltenham
MP Alex Chalk hopes the works will cut sewage spills between near Dunkertons Cider while Lib Dem contender Max Wilkinson says it’s a “complete scandal” that filthy sewage is being pumped into rivers
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'We should not be cowered by fear' - why this year's festival of Passover is important to Gloucestershire's Jewish community
Community
Passover is one of the Three Pilgrimage Festivals that celebrates the Exodus of Israelites from slavery in Egypt. We speak to members of the Jewish community on the importance of the festival and also the concern of rising antisemitism
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Tribute to Cheltenham teacher Richard Elgood who taught Rowan Atkinson, the Blackadder and Mr Bean star
Family
Many will remember Mr Elgood from his days teaching Pate's, Whitefriars and most of his years at St Edward's schools. He also taught Blackadder and Mr Bean star Rowan Atkinson in the Lake District and they remained friends
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Cuteness alert - and a warning - as herd of cattle on Cotswolds hill grows by two
Animals and Pets
One of the new additions is only one week old
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Mum heartbroken after second house fire in two years
Cheltenham
'I logged into the WiFi and had loads of messages and missed calls come through to say my house was on fire again'
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Business
Business
Workspace provider opening Barcelona branch for people to work in the sun
The UK workspace provider is now branching out to Europe, the US, the Middle East and Asia
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One hour of extra small business productivity worth £7bn to economy
Business
On average, UK bosses spend 51 hours a week working – but only get five hours of sleep each night
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Experts and entrepreneurs offered chance to run own IT franchise
Business
Vodafone is looking for more than 300 franchise partners across the nation
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Experts and entrepreneurs offered chance to run own IT franchise
Business
Vodafone is looking for more than 300 franchise partners across the nation
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Small businesses face cliff edge when fund ends in 2025
Business
The fund finances local regeneration and early-stage local businesses alongside helping start-ups and creating jobs
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Health
Health
'I lost eight stones and nine dress sizes by only eating between these times'
Andrea Sciolaro has gone from weighing more than 18 stones and wearing a size 26 to a healthy 10st 3lb and a size eight
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Worrying new condition 'Gamer's Eye' that one in four people suffer from
Health
Anyone who is subjected to long periods of screen time needs to be aware of the condition
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'Dangerous and illegal' teeth whitening and gel nail kits sold online with nine out of 10 'unsafe'
Health
Trading Standards experts have warned many products pose a serious risk to health in pregnancy and with skin infections and bone disorders
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Doctor explains unusual symptom that hay fever can cause
Health
With the weather getting warmer and the days getting lighter, many of us will be looking forward to spending more time outside. However, recent research shows that 1 in 4 (26%) adults in the UK suffer from hay fever and 49% will experience common symptoms such as sneezing, coughing and a blocked nose.
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Health expert on how to avoid 'Runner's Face' this summer
Health
No, it is not just runners who are at risk. As we all start seeing a bit more sun, anyone could come down with this affliction
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Property
Property
Very's big discount on Karcher pressure washer that 'leaves patio like new'
Retailer Very has reduced the price of Karcher's K3 Power Control pressure washer by £30 and it is selling quickly.
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What renters want Housing Ministers to change
Property
Since 2010, there have been 16 housing ministers, spending an average of 11 months in the hotseat
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Spring cleaning tips for home organisation with Vicky Silverthorn
Property
A change in seasons is the perfect opportunity to organise
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AI shows what dream homes in the UK look like
Property
An AI bot's recreation of Brits' dream homes has revealed the huge divide between generations - as Gen Z favour sleek city centre living while boomers dream of escaping to country mansions. More than 2,000 people from across the UK were quizzed to find out what the nation's dream home truly looks like, in a survey by design experts at Hammonds Furniture.
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Three-bedroom cottage with stunning views and stable block is the UK's most viewed home
Property
It includes a traditional fireplace, a stable block and wonderful valley views
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UK & World News
UK & World News
Rishi Sunak gives update on potential July general election ahead of local polls
The Prime Minister has previously said the general election is likely to be in the second half of the year
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Exact date Britain will be hotter than Menorca as 24C heatwave hits in days
UK & World News
The UK is set to be hotter than Menorca in the coming days as the mercury is set to soar past 20C, with new weather maps showing the exact date the heatwave will hit
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Blackpool Tower performer falls to ground from 'Wheel of Death' with audience evacuated
UK & World News
Horrified crowds were cleared from the show after one of the two acrobats plunged to the floor midway the dangerous stunt
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Taylor Swift fans warned over Eras tour ticket scams
Facebook
Millions are still trying to get tickets to see the pop star perform
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Winning Lotto numbers tonight: Full National Lottery results with Thunderball on Saturday, April 27, 2024
National Lottery
It's a £7.1m double rollover jackpot. There is a top prize of £500,000 on Thunderball
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Regional News
M5
M5, A40 and A417 traffic live: Latest after vehicle fire, crash and delays
Motorway was at a standstill following blaze
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Police investigating death of five-year-old boy after being hit by car
Regional News
Police said the boy was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed
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Drive-by 'shooting' on M5 during road-rage incident in West Country
M5
Police said a projectile was fired from a silver Mercedes van after it was seen being driven aggressively on the motorway in Devon
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Met Office official verdict on 'heatwave' as thunderstorms sweep in
Regional News
Temperatures are finally set to rise, but heavy rain will also hit - but it won't rise about 20C at most
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Mapped - UK UFO sightings near your house including bright lights pursued by fighters and Apache helicopter
Regional News
Almost 2,000 Unidentified Flying Objects seen in Britain's skies in the last four years - use our postcode checker to see if any near your neighbourhood
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King Charles cancer update as Buckingham Palace makes major announcement
The King was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year along with his daughter-in-law the Princess of Wales who is also being treated for the disease
Exact date Britain will be hotter than Menorca as 24C heatwave hits in days
UK & World News
The UK is set to be hotter than Menorca in the coming days as the mercury is set to soar past 20C, with new weather maps showing the exact date the heatwave will hit
'My daughter's personality changed overnight - every parent needs to know the cause'
Health
Doctors thought Ava Holden was having mental health problems and referred her for support but 18 months later her family finally got the answers they needed
Revamp bid for Gloucester pub with cafe, food and games space aims to put city 'back on the map'
Gloucester City Centre
Rich Palmer says his vision for The Chambers in Kings Square is part of an ambition is to reinvigorate the city as a destination
Princess Anne's heart breaking confession about the Queen at Prince Philip's funeral
Royal Family
The Queen was forced to sit alone at the funeral of her beloved husband Prince Philip, with her daughter Princess Anne later admitting she was 'glad' she didn't see the moment
Gloucester City Centre
Revamp bid for Gloucester pub with cafe, food and games space aims to put city 'back on the map'
Rich Palmer says his vision for The Chambers in Kings Square is part of an ambition is to reinvigorate the city as a destination
Missing Gloucester teenager found safe and well
Gloucestershire Police
Police issued an update this afternoon (April 28)
National Lottery winners face huge delays to get prizes
National Lottery
The National Lottery has been taken over by Allwyn, a multi-national lottery operator
Prince William and Kate Middleton share 'unique' takeaway privilege other royals don't have
Royal Family
The Prince and Princess of Wales enjoy a takeaway like many others but the rules for royals are different than those for many people
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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Royal News
King Charles cancer update as Buckingham Palace makes major announcement
The King was diagnosed with cancer earlier this year along with his daughter-in-law the Princess of Wales who is also being treated for the disease
Exact date Britain will be hotter than Menorca as 24C heatwave hits in days
UK & World News
The UK is set to be hotter than Menorca in the coming days as the mercury is set to soar past 20C, with new weather maps showing the exact date the heatwave will hit
'My daughter's personality changed overnight - every parent needs to know the cause'
Health
Doctors thought Ava Holden was having mental health problems and referred her for support but 18 months later her family finally got the answers they needed
Revamp bid for Gloucester pub with cafe, food and games space aims to put city 'back on the map'
Gloucester City Centre
Rich Palmer says his vision for The Chambers in Kings Square is part of an ambition is to reinvigorate the city as a destination
Princess Anne's heart breaking confession about the Queen at Prince Philip's funeral
Royal Family
The Queen was forced to sit alone at the funeral of her beloved husband Prince Philip, with her daughter Princess Anne later admitting she was 'glad' she didn't see the moment
Gloucester Rugby
Gloucester Rugby player ratings from Exeter Chiefs defeat - 'Chasing shadows'
Gloucester Rugby were beaten 38-17 by Exeter Chiefs at Kingsholm in Round 16 of the 2023/24 Gallagher Premiership
Gloucester Rugby talisman to miss the Challenge Cup semi-final against Benetton
Gloucester Rugby
Gloucester host Italian side Benetton on Saturday in the semi-final of the 2023/24 EPCR Challenge Cup
Revamp bid for Gloucester pub with cafe, food and games space aims to put city 'back on the map'
Gloucester City Centre
Rich Palmer says his vision for The Chambers in Kings Square is part of an ambition is to reinvigorate the city as a destination
Missing Gloucester teenager found safe and well
Gloucestershire Police
Police issued an update this afternoon (April 28)
A new taste of African cuisine opens in Gloucester
Food and Drink
New African food venue opens in Gloucester