Chloe Hall, a 19-year-old University of Gloucestershire student, opens up about her search for a family of her own. At the age of five, Chloe was adopted by David and Tracey Hall. Mr Hall says: “We both wanted children but when we found out we couldn’t, that’s when we decided to adopt.” The adoption process […]
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Need a Christmas tree? Look no further
By Hollie Carnew Real or fake? How do you do Christmas? Well of course it comes down to personal preference but if you’re on the hunt for affordable, traditional or a more sustainable tree this year, we’ve got the best places for you to check out in Gloucestershire to bring that festive spirit into your […]
Guide to your Christmas Calendar
Get your skates on! You only have six Saturdays left until the big day and there is not a moment to lose. With Christmas fast-approaching, everyone has already started getting into the festive spirit. There are lots of events taking place already both in and around Cheltenham and with Christmas activities taking a backseat last […]
Meet the University of Gloucestershire student running 127 miles for charity
Up and down the country university students are taking part in Minds’ ‘27 27’ challenge to raise awareness of the 27% of students who report mental health problems at university. Journalism student, Ulani Seaman, of the University of Gloucestershire, is going that extra mile, running 127 miles across February and March. “I think it will […]
The best takeaways in Cheltenham to keep you full this lockdown
Phoebe Nott explores some of the best takeaway options in Cheltenham. I like to think of myself as a takeaway specialist in the worst possible way (I eat way too much of it). And what makes me such an expert- I love food a bit too much. My life revolves around what my next meal […]
Runner spits in woman’s face after road rage incident
Police are appealing for information after a woman was spat in the face by a runner in Brockworth. The incident took place on Ermin Street on Sunday 10 January in the morning. The victim had been driving down the road when a female runner stepped in front of the car as she was crossing the […]
Update: Covid-19 rule breaking
Scientists have warned of more lockdown rule-breakers as the Covid 19 vaccination rate increases. The news comes after a group of eight were arrested at Stonehenge yesterday, after they travelled to the tourist hotspot from London. The Government advisory body SAGE has warned that if people start abandoning the rules early, positive effects of the […]
Scam Calls from fake police officers disturb Gloucestershire
Police are warning Gloucestershire residents to be on their guard after a series of incidents of fraudsters claiming to be police officers. Reports come from around the county, including the Forest of Dean, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Tewkesbury and Stroud. Six incidents took place in Stroud on 15th January; fortunately the victims did not reveal any personal […]
UPDATE: Emergency flood desk set up in response to Storm Christoph.
Predictions for the coming week reveal that Storm Christoph will be causing journey delays and power cuts across Gloucestershire. Heavy rain is expected to be seen today at 2 pm, shortly followed by lighter rain for the rest of the day. The storm is predicted to, unfortunately, return even heavier on Wednesday and Thursday. These […]
New £70 fines arriving this summer
The Department for Transport plans on introducing new £70 fines for at least 20 ‘minor offences’ and handling those powers to local councils. The new offences are planned to be introduced this summer and include everything from driving in a cycle lane or turning the wrong way to entering a box junction. These measures have […]