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Gloucester's first-ever TEDx talks to explore community, culture, and innovation
A team of local young people are set to deliver Gloucester's first ever TEDx event this September 2026, bringing inspirational and...
New five-storey critical care building could be built at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
Plans are in place for a new five-storey building housing a critical care unit at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital, with the current...
Gloucester Rugby hosts free open day to launch new season with chance to meet the players
Gloucester Rugby is throwing open the doors to Kingsholm Stadium for a free community event this August 2026, giving fans the...
Share your passion for your city and join Gloucester BID's ambassador programme
Gloucester BID's Welcome to Gloucester ambassador programme is looking for passionate locals to help it share a warm welcome with...
Ofgem refuses to fund £177 million Cotswolds pylon removal project
Plans to remove 16 pylons and move overhead transmission lines underground in an area of the Cotswolds National Landscape have...
Sue Ryder calls for runners to sign up for Run Cheltenham this autumn
Gloucestershire runners still have chance to sign up for the Cheltenham Half Marathon and 10k as part of Run Cheltenham 2026 –...
See 'world-class' performance art in Gloucester this summer
Robinswood Hill in Gloucester is being transformed into a stage for 'world-class' performance art this August 2026, thanks to a...
University of Gloucestershire awarded University of Sanctuary status
Recognising its support for refugees and people seeking asylum, the University of Gloucestershire has been named a University of...
New artwork being displayed across vacant windows at Cavendish House
Empty shop windows at Cheltenham's Cavendish House are being used to display local street art from September 2026, while long-term...
Honour your 'high flyers' by having a special name printed on a Midlands Air Ambulance Charity helicopter
Supporters of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity can get a special name of their choice memorialised on one of its helicopters while...
Name for Gloucestershire's new unitary council revealed – as next phase of reorganisation begins
Following the historic decision for Gloucestershire's local government announced last week, more detail about the county's new...
New documentary from Gloucestershire Drag Race contestant Copper Topp on Amazon Prime
RuPaul's Drag Race contestant and University of Gloucestershire lecturer, Simon Wegrzyn – aka Copper Topp – writes and presents a...
Gloucester Quays roller disco closes
RollerXpress at Gloucester Quays hangs up its skates this July 2026, as the popular roller disco venue closes its doors.
Gloucestershire business advisory group reignites charity foundation with the aim of 'giving back' to the local community
Relaunching the initiative with a lively summer fundraiser this month, Gloucester-headquartered business advisory group, Griffiths...
Gloucestershire mum wins landmark High Court battle for fresh inquest into son's death
Gloucestershire mum and social media safety campaigner, Ellen Roome, has achieved what's being described as 'a British legal...
Gloucestershire will have a single unitary council under local government reorganisation
Under its plans for the devolution of powers across England, the government has announced its decision on the reorganisation of...
Fears government could divert M5 Junction 9 upgrade funding to defence
Gloucestershire County Council is 'very concerned' that its planned upgrades to Junction 9 of the M5 at Tewkesbury could be...
Explore the city's hidden history at Gloucester Festival of Archaeology
Uncovering the fascinating hidden history beneath the city's streets, Gloucester Festival of Archaeology is back this July 2026,...
New training salon named after Hollie Gazzard opening in Gloucester
Another incredible milestone in the legacy of Gloucester hairdresser, Hollie Gazzard, a new training salon named after her is...
The Roses Theatre joins forces with Tewkesbury Medieval Festival to bring back its town centre parade
Hear ye, hear ye! Tewkesbury Medieval Festival's popular town centre parade is making a return in 2026, thanks to The Roses...
Gloucester City Council making 'strong progress' on its financial recovery
Following years of overspending which put it at risk of bankruptcy, Gloucester City Council says it's making progress to get its...
Gloucestershire Airport is being brought back to market after collapse of sale
After its proposed sale fell through in March 2026, the council owners of Gloucestershire Airport are bringing the aviation hub...
The Crypt School launches ambitious £6 million arts centre campaign – with significant early backing already secured
From purpose-built rehearsal spaces to a new community performance venue, The Crypt School has unveiled ambitious plans for a...
You don’t need to be a member to take part in sport at East Glos Club
Whether you're looking to try a new sport, or you're keen get back on the courts after time away, Cheltenham's East Glos Club...
Gloucester leisure centre is getting all new kids play and fitness facilities as part of £8 million investment
A major upgrade of Gloucester's GL1 Leisure Centre – including a brand-new gym and play features for kids – will begin this...
Gloucester's award-winning farm shop and cafe stays open during A40 roadworks
While major roadworks to repair Over Bridge on the A40 near Gloucester get underway, Over Farm Market and cafe are staying open,...
Stagecoach West's new managing director aiming to grow bus use across the region
Bus network provider for Gloucestershire and the surrounding counties, Stagecoach West, appoints a new managing director this June...
Gloucester's new indoor market could be open by next spring
Work is underway to relocate Gloucester's indoor market to a 'modern, welcoming' new space at Eastgate Shopping Centre, with the...
Get an exclusive look behind-the-scenes of an air ambulance's lifesaving operations
From getting a peek inside its famous red helicopters, to meeting the teams who respond to real-life emergencies, Midlands Air...
