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Teenager detained indefinitely for school knife attack

A 15-year-old boy has been handed an indefinite detention order after a stabbing incident at Tewkesbury Academy. The court heard how he targeted a staff member in a planned attack, sparking a major emergency response.

Tewkesbury's Tourism Boom Prices Out Locals

The historic Gloucestershire town of Tewkesbury is facing a severe housing crisis as soaring property prices, driven by tourism and second-home ownership, force local residents and young people out of the community they call home.

Police Hunt Illegal Metal Detectorists at Medieval Abbey

Gloucestershire Police launch a major investigation after 'nighthawkers' illegally target historic Hailes Abbey, a 13th-century Cistercian monastery, sparking fears of priceless treasure theft and irreparable damage to protected heritage.

NHS Maternity Scandal: Baby Deaths Expose Systemic Failings

Exclusive: Devastated families reveal how NHS trust failures led to preventable baby deaths. Shocking report exposes critical midwife shortages and catastrophic communication breakdowns at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust.

HGVs Wreck Historic Cotswolds Village and Listed Homes

The quaint Cotswolds village of Willersey is under siege from heavy goods vehicles, with its precious Grade II-listed homes suffering structural damage. Residents demand urgent action as 44-ton lorries tear through their narrow lanes, shaking the very fou

County Cricket Carnage: Yorkshire Collapse vs Somerset

A thrilling day of County Championship action saw Yorkshire crumble against Somerset's bowling attack, while Leicestershire and Gloucestershire battled in a high-scoring affair. Get the full match reports and analysis.

Police Probe Could Finally Unmask Banksy's Identity

A bombshell police investigation in South Gloucestershire may hold the key to finally revealing the true identity of the world's most famous anonymous artist, Banksy, after a local council inquiry into a disputed mural.

Amazon Prime Stars Targeted in Cotswolds Cyber Raid

Exclusive: TV personalities from Amazon Prime's 'The Grand Design' were victims of a sophisticated hacking and burglary at their £3 million Cotswold estate. Police are investigating the high-tech crime that bypassed security systems.

Major Fire Erupts on Gloucester Industrial Estate

A massive fire has engulfed a commercial unit on an industrial estate in Moreton Valence, Gloucester, prompting a huge emergency service response. Thick, acrid smoke is visible for miles, with residents urged to avoid the area and keep windows and doors c

Rare 17th-Century Bristol Map Discovered in London Auction

A remarkable 17th-century map of Bristol, discovered in a London auction, reveals astonishing details of the city's historic landscape, including a rare depiction of the iconic Bristol Bridge buildings before their demolition.

Londoners Flock to the Cotswolds' Cheapest Town

The Cotswolds property market is being turned on its head as Londoners discover Cinderford, the area's most affordable town. Find out why this former mining hub is now a hotspot for buyers seeking the rural dream without the multi-million pound price tag.

Bath Uni maths team wins UK sports contest

The University of Bath's mathematics team has secured a prestigious victory in a national sports competition, showcasing their analytical prowess in Gloucestershire.

2026 'Farmer Wants a Wife' cast revealed!

Get the first look at the charming farmers and hopeful singles set to star in the 2026 season of 'Farmer Wants a Wife.' Will love blossom in the countryside?

Best & worst UK areas to buy a rural cottage

Discover the best and worst areas in the UK to buy a rural hideaway, from idyllic villages to high-crime hotspots. Find your perfect countryside retreat with our expert guide.

Vicar of Dibley village protests solar farm plans

Residents of the picturesque village featured in 'The Vicar of Dibley' are up in arms over controversial plans to construct a sprawling solar farm on their doorstep, sparking fears over landscape destruction and community disruption.

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