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Events around the region
Berkeley, Cam, Dursley and Wotton-under-Edge diary Friday, January 28 10-11.30am, Slimbridge, Village Hall. Slimbridge Toddler Club. 1.30-3.30pm, Cam, Memorial Hall. Tea dance 8pm, Wotton, Royal British Legion. Bingo. Saturday, January 29 8.30am-11.30am
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Crowds flock to centre
HUNDREDS of people flocked to Wotton-under-Edge Civic Centre on Saturday to show their support for the victims of the Asian tsunami disaster, with latest estimates of deaths around 280,000. The centre opened at 9.30am and stalls were busy until after
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Village on track to bridge the gap
A PLEA by Kingswood youngsters for a skateboard park has set the ball rolling on an ambitious village campaign. Kingswood Bridgers Project - so named as it aims to create bridges between village youngsters and older residents - intends to build a BMX
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Youth leaders' costs met
THE FUTURE of youth work in Berkeley has been secured by Berkeley Town Council. At Monday's meeting councillors guaranteed they would cover the £9,600 cost of the Stroud area youth leaders for the coming financial year. They still have until the end of
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Lychgate supported
A QUESTIONNAIRE sent out by Berkeley Town Council has shown residents to be in favour of refurbishing the Berkeley cemetery chapel/lych gate in Marybrook Street. Seventy-eight of the 120 returned forms were in favour of the refurbishment. The council
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Wotton rock high-flyers Pilning to close the gap
Wotton-under-Edge 7 Pilning 0 WOTTON successfully avenged this season's earlier defeat at the hands of in-form Pilning with an impressive team performance in blustery and bitter conditions on Saturday. Standing in second place in Gloucestershire South
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Have a 'flipping' good time
IT'S nearly Dursley pancake race time again. Many weird and wonderful sights are expected in the town on Tuesday, February 8. Traders and individuals will be dressing up and running the race in aid of The Open Door Club. Runners and spectators are invited
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Schools tackle pupil shortage
A REVIEW of county primary and secondary school provision will begin in February as education chiefs battle empty desks caused by falling rolls. Area reviews will take place in Stroud, Gloucester, Forest of Dean, Cotswolds, Cheltenham and Tewkesbury between
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Kings of cross country
KATHARINE Lady Berkeley's School in Wotton-under-Edge was the venue on Saturday for the final series of races in the junior cross country season, and with over 140 medals and shields up for grabs it was quite a day. This year, race organiser Ron White
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Cheaper homes needed
SIR - As an ex-Berkeley born and bred person, I had to leave because I could not afford to buy a house there, although my family had lived there all their lives and still do. I hope they build these houses. Then younger people like me may be able to stay
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Bulldogs get caught up in Berkeley trophy hunt
Berkeley Town 4 Cam Bulldogs 0 BERKELEY charged into second place in the Northern Senior League Division One after ending their Cam hoodoo in some style on Saturday. Town started the game with new signing Lee Mason in goal in place of their regular goalkeeper
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Towering view of landscape
Bird's eye view . . . The telecommunications tower at Ozleworth GMB219H04
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Mercy mission after tsunami
Fledgling Gloucestershire rescue group SARAID has just returned from a 10-day mercy mission to the ravaged shores of Sri Lanka. As the death toll for the tsunami disaster approaches 250,000, SNJ reporter Will Saunders spoke to director Stefan Hopkins
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Renishaw reports growth
RENISHAW Plc, the high-tech metrology firm based in Wotton-under-Edge, has announced continued growth in its worldwide operations. The company's turnover for the unaudited six months up to December 31 last year was £72.5 million, a rise of 24 percent
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Plan to serve the community
REDNOCK SCHOOL in Dursley has announced plans to serve the wider community by becoming an Extended School. The initiative will provide a range of services and facilities in addition to the normal term-time delivery of mainstream lessons and activities
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Setting record straight over Crossroads scheme
Sir - Re the Gazette report of January 21, Patients Need Transport Help, as paragraph eight erroneously implies that Crossroads are not providing any support to carers in Cam and Dursley and have large numbers of carers in these areas on our waiting lists
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Gazette Comment
OBVIOUSLY Crest Nicholson has been hanging around too long before taking any action to develop the former Bymacks factory in Dursley. The delays have led to outbreaks of vandalism, a series of fires including the most recent and most serious and now a
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Sort It centre to help sort out waste
BUILDING work on Thornbury's new household waste disposal site got underway this week. The purpose-built Sort It centre on the former Dairy Crest site in Short Way on the town's Industrial Park will enable residents to take their bulky items of household
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Singing just for the love of it
SINGING can be joyous and, to ensure everyone can appreciate the experience, a Wotton-under-Edge woman has launched three community choirs. Liz Martin is determined the choirs - in Wotton, Chipping Sodbury and Thornbury - be open to all whatever their
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Pledge to carry on fighting
THORNBURY Hospital campaigners are fighting on to stop a treasured elderly people's ward being moved to Bristol despite "sweeteners" from health chiefs. NHS planners say they are prepared to lay on public transport for relatives and friends if they decide
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Help for veterans and their families
SIR - This year is a particularly important one for the many veterans of the Second World War with a number of anniversaries commemorating the end of the conflict. It is significant that the amount raised each year for the RBL Poppy Appeal continues to
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PO's new lease of life
A POST office will soon be delivering better services after modernisation plans have been given the stamp of approval. Following the closure of a nearby branch, Coalpit Heath Post Office has struggled with massive increases in customers and its owners
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Fears for the future of planet
SIR - I am happy to support your faith expressed in Comment (Gazette, January 21) that there are still people dedicated to putting our interests before politics. Some have lived and worked safely in Oldbury and its power station for up to 40 years providing
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With the Pirates
IAN ATKINS'S will be looking to build on this week's success when they tackle his last former club, Oxford United, at the Kassam Stadium tomorrow. This is the first of three key games for Coca Cola League Two points before they embark on their bid to
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Thanks for giving support to Trust
SIR - The Meningitis Trust would like to take this opportunity to thank people in the South West for helping FOCUS stores raise over £87,000 towards the fight against meningitis. FOCUS stores throughout the region held family Fun-Days in September, which
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How historic is your house?
HERITAGE buffs in Thornbury are appealing for help in tracing the history of some of the town's oldest buildings - and the people who've lived in them down the ages. "We're starting work on building up a database and map which would lead to a better knowledge
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Licence trouble brewing
A CHIEF police officer in Chipping Sodbury has warned that late night drinking in the town will lead to loutish behaviour and more violence. Sector inspector Keith Farrow believes longer drinking hours will demand more officers on the streets to deal
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Thank you for donations
SIR - On behalf of us all at UNICEF, we would like to thank all your readers for their most generous response to our Asia Tsunami Children's Emergency Appeal. These donations have enabled UNICEF to continue its vital life-saving work in all the tsunami-affected
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Garage plans get green light
PLANS for a major new garage and car showroom at Cribbs Causeway have won the go ahead despite concerns over the quality its landscaping. South Gloucestershire development chiefs last week gave the green light to an application by Sytner Properties for
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Frampton warriors put Saracens to the sword
Frampton Cotterell 12 Bristol Saracens 3 Frampton took revenge for last week's cup defeat by Saracens to record their third consecutive league victory. Frampton welcomed back flanker Keith Weaver and Paul Marshall, who was playing out of position at second
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Rural bus service saved
A THREAT to a public transport lifeline between Severn Beach and Cribbs Causeway has been lifted. Following protests from the community, South Gloucestershire Council has come up with the cash to rescue the 625 Sunday and Bank Holiday service from the
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Entertaining event
SIR - I attended the Castle School, Thornbury, Tsunami Appeal concert and would like to thank all those who entertained us. It was evident that Mrs Holmes was overwhelmed by the number of artists wanting to take part. The diversity of programme was such
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Golfers tee off to raise vital funds
GOLFERS in South Gloucestershire have been teeing off to help the devastated lives of tsunami victims. Members at The Bristol Golf Club in Almondsbury took to the greens on Saturday as part of a special competition day - the proceeds of which will all
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Singing just for the love of it
SINGING can be joyous and, to ensure everyone can appreciate the experience, a Wotton-under-Edge woman has launched three community choirs. Liz Martin is determined the choirs - in Wotton, Chipping Sodbury and Thornbury - be open to all whatever their
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Snowdrop is sign of the spring
SPECTACULAR displays of snowdrops at the National Trust's Newark Park, Ozleworth, are the first signs that the end of winter is in sight. The property will be open for three weekends from tomorrow until Sunday, February 13. Michael Claydon, visitor services
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You could be a deer-stalker!
THE GREAT British deer count is under way. The British Deer Society, a national registered charity dedicated to the welfare of deer, is carrying out one of the most ambitious deer counts in this country, and it is urging all those with an interest in
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Wotton hit by Shaw injury
Patchway Town 4 Wotton Rovers 0 IN a match played in slippery conditions Wotton were boosted by the return of Mike Shaw, only to lose him within ten minutes of the start through injury. He was replaced by Jon Tegg, who himself is just back from injury
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Julie's a whiz at fund-raising
A DURSLEY mother plans to run the London Marathon to raise money for charity. Julie Froggatt, of Kingshill Road, is to take part in aid of children's charity Whizz-Kidz. She said: "I am blessed with two extremely healthy, active and sporty children and
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Chandana is chomping at the bit
GLOUCESTERSHIRE CCC have pulled off one of the most exciting signings of the winter so far in recruiting Sri Lankan leg spinner Upul Chandana for the 2005 season. The experienced all-rounder signed on for the County Ground outfit at the weekend and will
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Students' needs come first in college shake-up
STUDENTS concerned their courses will be affected by a major shake-up at Stroud College have been reassured their needs will be the first priority. Students and parents have complained tutor numbers are being slashed and that staff are looking for work
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Woking woe as Lewer hits back
Forest Green Rovers 1 Woking 3 ALAN Lewer blasted a section of Forest Green supporters after his side suffered only their second Conference defeat in 12 games. The Rovers boss was angered by certain comments directed to his players during the 3-1 defeat
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Posties say it with daffs
SIR - Well done, for another year, to Wotton's posties for delivery of my Cornish daffodils to my friend Sarah Grearson of Westfields. They were sent on Wednesday and arrived on Thursday, just before she goes to hospital. Many thanks. Sarah Smith, Carncrows
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Snowdrops are out in force
The snowdrops are out in force at Newark Park, Ozleworth, just in time for the National Trust house and gardens first opening of the year this weekend, with further chances to see the snowdrops over the following two weekends Picture by John Anyon See
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Tesco promises town post office will be relocated
THE POST Office in Wotton-under-Edge will be relocated successfully, Tesco has said this week. The supermarket chain, which has taken over the running of the One Stop Shop in Long Street, says it is confident the counter will be resited soon after the
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Volunteers make lasting friends
FRIENDSHIP is important to all - and the Gloucestershire Friendship Scheme, launched by Guideposts Trust, also offers perks. The scheme pairs people with shared interests, bringing together volunteers with people who have learning difficulties. Volunteers
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Lights visit worth it
SIR - Through your paper may we thank everyone who came to see our Christmas lights and gave so generously to our collections. The total collected was £2,520.38. Thanks also to everyone who supported, donated and gave their time for the street party.
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School transport misunderstanding
SIR - I don't see what Margaret Nolder's letter (Unfamiliar with school transport, Gazette, January 14) is getting at. My letter to which she refers only states a fact about David Drew's voting on a particular amendment. It seems she is favouring free
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Elderly patient transport scheme
SIR - I write after reading an article concerning the lack of transport for elderly patients to Gloucestershire Royal in last Friday's Gazette. I am surprised that Barbara Weldon did not point out that there is at least one volunteer organisation in the
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Bats frustrating plan for factory
WORK to demolish a Dursley factory destroyed by fire has been delayed because a colony of bats has roosted in the building. Dursley town and county councillor Geoff Wheeler and Stroud district councillor Hilary Fowles jointly sent residents a letter after
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Trip inspires show
PARIS is coming to Wotton-under-Edge on Monday via Fusion Gallery in Long Street. The gallery will be showing an art exhibition called Pour l'amour de Paris. The art has been created by students from year 13 (final year of sixth form) at Katharine Lady
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What people are planning
PLANNING applications received by Stroud District Council include: Alkington Joanne Coleman, Michaelwood View, 1 Mule Street (first-floor extension). Cam S McDonald, Lower Knapp Farm, Woodend Lane (change of use of milking parlour to micro brewery) -
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Photo of relatives from another age
AN OLD photo printed in last week's Gazette has received a huge response from people with relatives in the picture. Eric Whitlock, of Pontypool, found the photo in a collection of items belonging to his grandparents, Alfred and Ellen Cook, who lived at
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Weekend Picture - Friday, January 28
The snowdrops are out in force at Newark Park, Ozleworth, just in time for the National Trust house and gardens first opening of the year this weekend, with further chances to see the snowdrops over the following two weekends Picture by John Anyon GJA70H05
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What people are planning
PLANNING applications received by South Gloucestershire Council include: Almondsbury Mr M Connolly, 1 Hortham Lane: extension to south-east elevation to provide additional kitchen area and shower room, alterations to first-floor windows on south-west
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Snowdrops are out in force
The snowdrops are out in force at Newark Park, Ozleworth, just in time for the National Trust house and gardens first opening of the year this weekend, with further chances to see the snowdrops over the following two weekends Picture by John Anyon GJA70H05
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Promise to continue aid
THE Mayor of Chipping Sodbury has pledged to support victims of the Boxing Day Tsunami by launching a year-long fundraiser. Cllr Roy Vickers is aiming to raise £30,000 to buy a fleet of boats for fisherman in Sri Lanka who lost their livelihoods in the
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Gazette Comment
YOUNG people need somewhere to go after pubs close. A trip into Bristol can cost in excess of £20 each way by taxi just to enjoy a drink later at night. For the young of Chipping Sodbury, a late night bar is an ideal solution. Some residents have voiced
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Racing car triumph is a result of team work
YOUNGSTERS who helped build their own car are now racing it - Formula 1 style. A team of six pupils has been meeting at Chipping Sodbury School every week since last March to produce the electric car that would make even Nigel Mansell proud. The project
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Fury over flood nuisance
DRAINAGE on a road between Frampton Cotterell and Coalpit Heath is non-existent, according to residents whose driveways are regularly flooded. People living in Park Lane say they have long been tormented by rising water levels every time there is heavy
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You could be a deer-stalker!
THE GREAT British deer count is under way. The British Deer Society, a national registered charity dedicated to the welfare of deer, is carrying out one of the most ambitious deer counts in this country, and it is urging all those with an interest in
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Rocks are back on top after victory
Shrivenham FC 2 Tytherington Rocks 3 AS last week's home match against Quarry Nomads was postponed this match against Shrivenham was an important game for the Rocks to win. Tytherington put on some early pressure with Tavis Carter striking from outside
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Stars go back to school
THREE all-singing former and current teachers are heading back to school for a very different reason. Legendary West performer Fred Wedlock, a former teacher at Elm Park Primary School in Winterbourne, is coming to The Ridings Arts Centre next week and
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Pilning are rocked by Wotton
Action from Saturday's Gloucestershire Three South clash between Wotton-under-Edge and Pilning. Third-placed Wotton beat second-placed Pilning 7-0 in the end after a close game between two of the league's top sides. GJA62V05 Picture by John Anyon
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Chandana is chomping at the bit
GLOUCESTERSHIRE CCC have pulled off one of the most exciting signings of the winter so far in recruiting Sri Lankan leg spinner Upul Chandana for the 2005 season. The experienced all-rounder signed on for the County Ground outfit at the weekend and will
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With the Reds
Since winning away at Tranmere Rovers two weeks ago live on Sky TV, Bristol City will again be in front of the Sky cameras tonight as they face Chesterfield at Ashton Gate. After that brilliant victory at Tranmere, City's form has dropped and the Reds
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Town is hoping for gold
THE Thornbury Britain-in-Bloom Committee has been considering plans and activities for the coming year. Members thought the town looked lovely last year they were disappointed that it only won a silver gilt certificate. However, at the start of another
