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1 day ago · Kelly has now been hailed an Unsung Hero by Cotswold District Council that gives the award “to honour extraordinary individuals, who tirelessly work behind the scenes to make our communities better.”. Kelly's nomination said she was a shining example of compassionate care, emphasising the significant impact she has made as a carer in Lechlade.
Fresh plans for 280 homes sparks fears for village near Cirencester
1 day ago · Property company Robert Hitchins has submitted a new application to Cotswold District Council for a development of up to 280 houses on land west of Kingshill Lane in Cirencester.. However, feedback on the plans raises concerns that the 13.49-hectare development will mean that the neighbouring village of Preston is absorbed into Cirencester.
Dale Vince’s plan for 100 wind turbines sparks fear
3 days ago · THERE are fears Dale Vince’s renewable energy plans could lead to 100 wind turbines being built on the edge of the Cotswold escarpment and 'ruin' the landscape. Ecotricity has launched a big new push to sign up landowners to deliver energy independence, public ownership and 100 percent green ...
Update on investigation into industrial estate blaze in Tetbury
5 days ago · Firefighters dealt with a blaze at a building in Tetbury Industrial Estate from around 12.40pm on Friday, November 15. Gloucestershire Constabulary said on Friday that the fire took place at a suspected cannabis farm inside the premises and that a 26-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of drugs manufacture/the production of a class B drug, namely cannabis.
25 pictures as new venture opens in old House of Fraser in …
Nov 8, 2024 · A NEW venture in a former department store in Cirencester opened to the public today. The smell of good food and the sound of conversation filled the old House of Fraser department store in the Market Place as The Grace Network embarked on a soft launch in the building. Cirencester’s House of ...
New leadership team for Cotswold District Council
Nov 12, 2024 · THE leader of Cotswold District Council has unveiled a reshaped leadership team. Councillor Joe Harris has revealed the reshuffled cabinet to drive forward the organisation’s top priorities. According to the council, the newly-appointed, seven-member cabinet will save local taxpayers around £ ...
Ten pieces of Tetbury news to know about in the Standard
Nov 16, 2024 · 2. Piano masterclass at the Goods Shed Tetbury Goods Shed are delighted to present on November 17 a Piano Masterclass with William Howard. This will be an informal workshop day with one of Britain’s leading classical pianists, open to all piano enthusiasts.
Major TV star confirmed for last-minute Cirencester event
Oct 22, 2024 · There will also be a special recording of The Rabbit Hole Detectives with Rev Richard Coles, Dr Cat Jarman and Charles Spencer. Audiences can watch Mr Cooper in conversation with festival president Dame Fiona Reynolds at the Parish Church of St John Baptist in Cirencester’s Market Place from 4pm to 5pm on Saturday, November 2.
Defibrillators installed on lamp posts in Fairford and Lechlade
Nov 2, 2024 · New defibrillators Two new defibrillators have been installed on lamp post stumps by Gloucestershire County Council – one in Perrinsfield, Lechlade and the other in Jacob’s Piece, Fairford.. The defibrillator installations are unique being the …