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£4 million investment plan approved by council to help 'turn Gloucestershire adult services around'
Shire Hall chiefs approve a £4 million investment plan that will support an initiative where consultants will be appointed to help...
Have your say on new Aldi and Costa Drive-Thru in Bourton-on-the-Water
A public consultation is now open to gather thoughts on a proposal for a new Aldi supermarket and Costa Drive-Thru in...
Council pledges additional £40 million for major M5 junction upgrade
A funding gap in the now £363 million upgrade of junction 10 of the M5 has been plugged this September 2025, with further...
Everyman Theatre launches £1 million Grove Street Appeal to refurbish new creative arts hub
Cheltenham's Everyman Theatre is aiming to raise £1 million in its new fundraising appeal, to turn an existing facility on Grove...
Plans approved for new housing estate in the Cotswolds despite concerns over sewage capacity
Renewed plans to build 98 new homes are approved by Cotswold District Council, with the number of 'affordable' dwellings...
New coffee shop, bar and pizza parlour opening in Gloucester as part of dedicated LGBTQ+ community space
Proud Bar is bringing spaces for the LGBTQ+ community back to Gloucester – ten years after the city's last queer-friendly space...
Cirencester arts centre seeks help to 'craft our way out of crisis' as it risks closure from funding cuts
An arts centre and charity in Cirencester is asking the Gloucestershire community for its help to stay open, as it fears it may...
Penguin launches ‘90 Little Book Stops’ in the UK – and there's one in Gloucestershire
Gloucestershire's Little Book Stop is open for business! The scheme is part of Penguin’s 90th anniversary celebrations, created in...
Latest report supports the viability of a 'Greater Gloucester' council in Gloucestershire's local government restructure
The creation of a 'Greater Gloucester' unitary council, along with a second made up of the surrounding districts, is considered a...
Stroud community hub saved by Daniel Craig named one of UK's top social enterprises
From the threat of eviction to being saved by a Hollywood actor, Brimscombe Mill has been named one of the UK's top 100 social...
Cheltenham Literature Festival announces free programme for 2025
Bringing literature to as many people as possible, Cheltenham Literature Festival has announced over 100 free events as part of...
New CEO for Active Gloucestershire expected as step-down announced
After five years in the position, Active Gloucestershire's CEO announces his 'difficult decision' to step down – and recruitment...
Here's how you could be a harvest helper at Poulton Hill Estate
The Poulton Hill Estate in Cirencester is on the lookout for volunteers to help with its harvest after a fruitful season at its...
'It's not a fair tax' – Gloucestershire farmers weigh in on family farm tax in light of new poll
Family farmers are fighting for their survival, with more than 80 per cent worried their busineses won't last the next 10 years...
Gloucester community theatre reopens after huge refurbishment
Gloucester's 'last remaining theatre' reopens this August 2025, after the community rallied around the venue to complete an...
Cheltenham PR company receives gold award from Ministry of Defence
The Ministry of Defence has awarded Montpellier PR in Cheltenham a gold award for supporting the Armed Forces community.
New trailer cafe approved for Cheltenham’s Pittville Pump Room
A new cafe, likely to be an American Airstream-style trailer, is coming to Cheltenham’s Pittville Pump Room, with plans being...
700 new homes built in Gloucestershire with £150 million investment
The number of newly built homes constructed in the county grew hugely in 2024, thanks to a multi-million-pound investment by a...
Community groups can apply for up to £7,500 for projects that boost wellbeing and independence
A new grant scheme supporting community projects that encourage wellbeing, connect people and help them maintain their...
'New vision' for Forest of Dean community and leisure centre is revealed
The latest 'masterplan' for the development of a new community and leisure centre in the Forest of Dean has been revealed this...
Gloucestershire dog and owner duo win big at international agility festival
A Lydney labrador and her owner are heading for the Kennel Club International Agility Festival final for the second year in a row,...
Here's how a donation of just £10 can fund mentoring for a young person in need in Gloucestershire
Young Gloucestershire's mentoring service provides a valuable lifeline for young people in need in the county – and it only takes...
Cheltenham Literature Festival announces 2025 lineup
Cheltenham Literature Festival's lineup has officially landed, with over 400 events packed into the 10-day event this October...
Community group launches new hourly bus service between Gloucestershire and Herefordshire
Rural residents, including commuters and students can once again count on regular buses between north-west Gloucestershire and...
New university campus opens its doors to wider community with NHS-backed arts, health and wellbeing centre
Not just boasting incredible facilities for students, including a brand-new library, top learning resources and virtual reality...
Olivier Award-winning director appointed CEO of Tewkesbury theatre
The Roses Theatre has announced the appointment of award-winning director Derek Bond as its new chief executive officer, this...
Forest of Dean outdoor education centre 'back in the hands of the community' as £1 million purchase is completed
An outdoor education centre which has welcomed Forest of Dean school children for more than 50 years is evolving to offer...
Cheltenham leisure centre launches brand-new inflatable soft play sessions for SEND children
Leisure at Cheltenham, operated by The Cheltenham Trust, is launching new SEND-suitable soft play sessions this August – made...
Gloucestershire fire squad win national fire fighting competition for third year in a row
Thriving in the heat of competition, the team at Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service takes home the top trophy for the third...
