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Academia revisited at the Theatre Royal
Educating Rita, first performed in 1980 and the subject of a film starring Michael Caine, is a mixed bag. Dealing with a formula relationship that follows a familiar arc, the playwright never seeks to challenge convention or establish new ground, this
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Olveston sees double for Jubilee celebrations
OLVESTON villagers do not do things small. Their Diamond Jubilee parade boasted not one but two sovereigns and as many Kings--the highest number of royals in a single parade in South Gloucestershire. The Queen and her consort joined by the Golden Jubilee's
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Hay bale fire in Dursley
A HAY bale was set alight in Dursley on Saturday. At 1.44am, Gloucestershire Fire and Rescue Service rushed to the junction of Kingshill Road and Rednock Drive where the bale had been set on fire, following a call from Gloucestershire Police. One
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Yate goes back in time to mark the Diamond Jubilee
YATE went back in time for the town’s Diamond Jubilee celebrations, recreating the spirit of the coronation. Hosted by Yate Heritage Centre on Saturday, there was a family fun day including a line-up of entertainers including dancers and singers.
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Chipping Sodbury flies the flag for the Diamond Jubilee
CHIPPING Sodbury flew the flag for the Diamond Jubilee with two days of memorable events enjoyed by all the community. The town turned out in force for a traditional street party in Broad Street on Sunday which saw neighbours come together to toast
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Sports Direct to open in Yate Shopping Centre
A SPORTS firm has confirmed it will take on the lease for one of Yate Shopping Centre’s newest stores. Sports Direct will be opening in one of the new units to be built on East Walk later this year. Shopping centre manager Andrew Lowrey said the signing
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Cricket: Gloucestershire given green light to develop County Ground
GLOUCESTERSHIRE will be able to host international cricket again after being given planning permission to redevelop the County Ground in Bristol. Bristol City Council’s Development Control Committee gave the green light for a housing development on the
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Police appeal for man, 94, last seen in Yate
POLICE appealing for help to find a missing 94-year-old man who was last seen in Yate. Walter Reeves, who is also known as George, was last seen at around midday on Friday, June 1 on Westerleigh Road. It is believed he may be making
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Brewery scoops four awards
A CODRINGTON brewery has scooped four awards at a prestigious beer competition. Cotwsold Spring Brewery Company picked up the trophies at the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA) Wales and West Beer Competition. The independent firm won gold medals
