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Stroud Library one day closure for improvements

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:06:25 GMT

Stroud Library will be closed on 27th June when new automatic doors will be fitted. The library will open as usual on 28th June

Libraries celebrate Bookstart Week

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:16:19 GMT

Libraries across the county are helping families with the very youngest children discover the magic of fairytales during national Bookstart Week.

Stunning St Peter's wins two top design prizes

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:35:21 GMT

The stunning new St Peter's Catholic Primary School has been judged as being up there with the best of British architecture.

Company steps in to help Lewis ride with his friends

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 09:13:27 GMT

Nine-year-old Lewis Munday's parents feared he would miss out on riding with his friends when they were told he might not be able to take part in a cycle training course with the rest of his class.

Cheltenham shopkeeper guilty of selling illegal tobacco

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 12:31:19 GMT

Cheltenham shopkeeper Mohammed Sedoo has pleaded guilty to selling illegal tobacco products to residents in Gloucestershire.

Fire service target flats to ensure public safety

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 09:50:56 GMT

Following a number of recent fatal flat fires nationally, including a fire in a block of flats in Southampton that resulted in the tragic death of two firefighters, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service has launched a campaign of fire safety inspections in flats across the county

Fire and Rescue pioneers new state-of-the-art control system

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:40:57 GMT

Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) is looking to further drive down emergency response times with the introduction of a new state-of-the-art mobilising system to its control room.

Positive Caring in Cheltenham

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:19:11 GMT

Positive Caring programmes start in Cheltenham later this month (25th June).

More people interested in fostering

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 13:56:15 GMT

More people than ever are interested in becoming foster carers in Gloucestershire, following this year's successful Foster Care Fortnight (13th - 26th May).

Signs encourage bikers to take extra care on rural routes

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:07:15 GMT

Bikers and drivers are being urged to take extra care on rural roads this summer through a series of warning signs placed on vital routes.

Put your best foot forward and look after your feet

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 10:11:58 GMT

Slips, trips and falls are a major cause of accidents in older people and looking after your feet can make a real difference in preventing these accidents. That's why over 55s in Tewkesbury are invited to Marina Court next week (Tuesday 18th June) to find out how to look after their feet.

Part-time heroes needed in your neighbourhood! Fire Service on look-out for new recruits

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 09:27:31 GMT

You might spend your days cleaning windows or chairing meetings, but have you thought about adding fighting fires to your CV?

Are you and your family protected against measles?

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 14:22:01 GMT

Gloucestershire is supporting the national catch-up campaign that calls for parents or guardians of unvaccinated and partially vaccinated young people 10 to 16 years to go to their GP to get vaccinated

Reading Well Books on Prescription

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 13:20:51 GMT

Want to find out more about Reading Well Books on Prescription?

Had some drinks the night before? Don't risk driving the morning after

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 15:50:06 GMT

Drivers who get behind the wheel the morning after the night before are being warned they may be putting lives at risk if alcohol is still in their bloodstream.

Latest sexual health figures for Gloucestershire

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 13:34:53 GMT

The latest sexual health figures from Public Health England released today (5th June) show Gloucestershire can't afford to be complacent about sexual health.

Renew and reserve on the go with new app

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 12:37:27 GMT

You can reserve or renew your books on the move with the new Gloucestershire library app, which has just been launched.

Quitting smoking started a health kick snowball effect!

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 09:27:55 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council is supporting a national campaign to encourage smokers to stub it out in their homes and cars and lead a healthier lifestyle

Cash granted for city roundabout plans

Fri, 31 May 2013 13:50:59 GMT

Major improvements at busy Gloucester roundabouts will go ahead now the county council's bid for cash has been approved by the government

Essential resurfacing work to be carried out in Cheltenham

Fri, 31 May 2013 12:06:52 GMT

An essential resurfacing scheme will be carried out in Cheltenham next week

Forest welcomes new fleet of buses

Thu, 30 May 2013 13:25:07 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council has welcomed the news that Stagecoach West has invested close to £2 million in 10 new buses serving the west of the county.

Surface dressing to begin in south Cotswolds next week

Fri, 24 May 2013 13:16:19 GMT

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Resurfacing work to improve Newent town centre

Fri, 24 May 2013 09:30:42 GMT

Important resurfacing work will take place in Newent town centre on Sunday 2nd June and Sunday 9th June.

Discover city history at Kingsholm dig exhibition

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:52:01 GMT

Roman artefacts and finds from garden digs in Kingsholm will be on display thanks to the History on Your Doorstep project

Surface dressing to begin in north Cotswolds next week

Thu, 23 May 2013 13:02:40 GMT

Work will start next week on prolonging the life and improving the safety of roads in the north Cotswolds

Stroud road to close for works

Thu, 23 May 2013 11:52:55 GMT

A road on the outskirts of Stroud will close next week (28th-31st May) for a package of works

Stay ship-shape to keep your family safe

Thu, 23 May 2013 08:47:54 GMT

As the tall ships set sail for Gloucester Docks this weekend, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service (GFRS) is reminding boat owners to make vital checks to stay safe on their vessels.

Surface dressing to begin next week

Wed, 22 May 2013 11:31:38 GMT

Work will start next week on prolonging the life and improving the safety of the roads across the county.

Podsmead Road to close for resurfacing

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:23:20 GMT

Podsmead Road in Gloucester will be closed next month (from 2nd June) for resurfacing.

Bikers urged - play your card right, it could save your life

Tue, 21 May 2013 12:24:28 GMT

It's the size of a credit card and it's hidden away inside a motorcyclist's crash helmet - but it may well save a life.

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand at the Tall Ships

Mon, 20 May 2013 10:40:42 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have an information stand at the Tall Ships event at Gloucester Docks all day on Saturday 25th May.

Could you foster a child or young person? Drop-in event in Bishops Cleeve

Mon, 20 May 2013 09:24:41 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a drop-in event at the Tithe Barn in Bishops Cleeve on Wednesday 22nd May from 10am-1pm.

Fresh new look for Lydney bus station

Fri, 17 May 2013 14:35:53 GMT

The Forest of Dean has a new transport hub, following a make over at Lydney bus station

Water pumping exercise to take place at Docks

Fri, 17 May 2013 12:55:33 GMT

Crews will be out in number at Gloucester Docks for a large-scale exercise testing their ability to fight fires during a water shortage.

Council makes new appointments

Fri, 17 May 2013 10:11:31 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council has appointed its new chairman, leader and cabinet for the next four years.

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand in Lydney

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:30:29 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a fostering information stand at Tesco, Lydney on Thursday 23rd May from 10am-4pm.

Teamwork leads to graduation success

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:07:36 GMT

Young people who have trained with a fire crew will graduate tomorrow (Thursday 16th May) at Gloucester South fire station.

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand in Cheltenham

Wed, 15 May 2013 14:00:41 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a fostering information stand at Bath Road Market in Cheltenham on Saturday 18th May from 9.30am-5pm.

Location, location, location: Where is your smoke alarm?

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:40:25 GMT

Where is your smoke alarm in your home? Is it really placed for protection?

Help for older people in Stow on the Wold

Tue, 14 May 2013 15:37:15 GMT

Need advice on matters for older people and aren't sure where to go or who to ask?

Positive Caring in Stroud

Tue, 14 May 2013 10:55:29 GMT

Positive Caring programmes start up in Stroud next month (19th June).

Help for young families in Chipping Campden

Tue, 14 May 2013 09:03:24 GMT

Do you need advice on family matters and aren't sure where to go or who to ask?

Firefighters represent county service at national remembrance service

Mon, 13 May 2013 13:44:48 GMT

Two retained firefighters from Gloucester North Fire Station represented the county at yesterday's firefighters memorial service held at the National Memorial Arboretum.

Safety first for community groups at SkillZONE

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:55:17 GMT

Black and minority ethnic communities from Gloucestershire were invited to the county's SkillZONE centre to mark Global Road Safety Week.

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand in Tewkesbury

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:42:30 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a fostering information stand at Morrison's, Tewkesbury on Thursday 16th May from 10am-4pm.

Summer Reading Challenge - could you volunteer?

Mon, 13 May 2013 10:11:28 GMT

Wondering what to do when the exams are over?

Diamond celebration for School Crossing Patrols

Mon, 13 May 2013 09:13:46 GMT

13th May 2013 School crossing patrols (SCPs) from across Gloucestershire will be getting together at SkillZONE in Gloucester next week to celebrate 60 years of SCPs.

Estimated £10,000 of fake goods seized at Stow Fair

Fri, 10 May 2013 11:30:19 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council's Trading Standards team has seized an estimated £10,000 of counterfeit items from traders at Stow Fair.

Lydney's fire station commander retires after nearly 40 years service

Thu, 09 May 2013 14:54:41 GMT

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Young motorists urged to stay safe and 'Drive for Life'

Thu, 09 May 2013 09:41:06 GMT

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High Sheriff given tour of Gloucester South

Wed, 08 May 2013 16:22:00 GMT

The new High Sheriff of Gloucestershire was today given a tour of Gloucester South Fire Station and the county's state-of-the-art SkillZONE centre.

Cows on the common appear by magic!

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:33:01 GMT

Around this time every year, cows appear on Minchinhampton and Rodborough Commons as if by magic.

Surface dressing to begin on county roads

Wed, 08 May 2013 15:14:27 GMT

Work is set to start later this month on prolonging the life and improving the safety of the county's roads.

Historic legal volumes looking for a new home

Wed, 08 May 2013 14:58:11 GMT

Keen historians are being given the chance to buy a selection of interesting legal volumes.

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand in Cirencester

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:36:17 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a fostering information stand at Tesco, Cirencester on Wednesday 15th May from 10am-4pm.

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand in Gloucester

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:32:12 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a fostering information stand at the Gloucester Farmers' Market on Friday 10th May from 9am-3pm.

Rewards for food waste recycling in Up Hatherley and Warden Hill

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:26:13 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council and Cheltenham Borough Council have teamed up to trial a new scheme in Cheltenham to reduce the amount of food waste sent to landfill

Could you foster a child or young person? Information stand in Stroud

Tue, 07 May 2013 13:17:12 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council will have a fostering information stand at the Stroud Farmers' Market on Saturday 11th May from 9am-2pm.

Free tickets for readers to hear author talk at cathedral

Tue, 07 May 2013 09:14:44 GMT

Gloucestershire readers can get their hands on free tickets to hear bestselling author, Salley Vickers, talk in the atmospheric surroundings of Gloucester Cathedral.

Trading Standards take action against Forest Commoner for causing suffering to his sheep

Fri, 03 May 2013 15:48:20 GMT

A Forest of Dean Sheep Commoner was prosecuted at Gloucester Magistrates Court today for causing unnecessary suffering to sheep.

Gloucestershire County Council election results

Fri, 03 May 2013 07:10:44 GMT

The results are in for all 53 seats on Gloucestershire County Council.

Fostering a future for children in Gloucestershire

Wed, 01 May 2013 12:12:41 GMT

Gloucestershire County Council is asking people to consider fostering children, particularly teenagers and groups of brothers and sisters.

Essential carriageway work to be carried out in Painswick

Wed, 01 May 2013 11:04:41 GMT

Essential carriageway repairs will take place in Painswick later this month.

Crews called on to tackle huge blaze at recycling plant

Wed, 01 May 2013 09:54:08 GMT

Two crews from Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service attended a large blaze at a recycling plant in Long Marston, Warwickshire.

Take the First Click

Wed, 01 May 2013 08:51:19 GMT

If you are one of the millions of people who have never used the internet, why not come along to your local library to take the First Click and get online?