At Gloucestershire Live, the news never stops. Another week means another set of stories from the past seven days, offering a glimpse into the busy life of the county.
We strive to cover as much as possible on your behalf, including the opening of an eco-friendly Primary School in Cheltenham.
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A popular toy store at the top of Cheltenham town centre’s High Street is closing down. The Entertainer toy shop has announced its closure as shoppers continue to rely on online retailers. Visit the store before it closes on January 6 for last-minute Christmas shopping.
Gloucester is set for a major transformation as plans for a vibrant garden quarter in the city’s centre receive an £11 million funding boost. The Greyfriars Quarter project will revamp the area around the Eastgate Shopping Centre, featuring a new market hall, community spaces, a foodhall, and park and gardens.
Joseph Barnard, a father from Stroud diagnosed with a terminal brain tumour, requires £50,000 for specialist treatment abroad. The 44-year-old teacher has already undergone surgery and chemotherapy, but now seeks additional treatment options.
A taxi company in Gloucestershire has been found guilty of operating vehicles without a license. The director of Spa-Tax Taxis and an associated driver have been prosecuted for unlicensed operations.
Cheltenham’s Scandinavian Coffee Pod has joined Gloucester Food Dock, adding to the lineup of independents at Ladybellegate Square. The business is known for its excellent coffee and has become a thriving hub for coffee lovers.
Cheltenham has been granted £20m to kickstart the National Cyber Innovation Centre at the heart of the Golden Valley Development. The funding will play a crucial role in establishing the West Cheltenham scheme to propel the town as a cyber and technology center.
Cinderford commemorated the centenary of its war memorial with a special ceremony, honoring the town’s fallen soldiers. The Royal British Legion branch in Cinderford, one of the oldest in the country, marked the occasion with special significance due to its own centenary celebrated two years ago.
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