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GloucesterGloucestershire Live5h ago

Update on 'transformative' Gloucester development as plan amended

It's part of a multi-million-pound project

GloucesterGloucestershire Live5h ago

Cycle path 'ridicule' for busy Gloucester road in row over parking and one-way system

There are concerns it will reduce on-street parking and require a 'ridiculous' one-way system

St AustellCornwall Live5h ago

Fears that Booze Bay will worsen St Austell's street drinking problem

'The name of the establishment speaks for itself and its raison d'être.' Councillors are 'gobsmacked' that police did not oppose an off licence in area blighted by drinking, drugs and other antisocial

DorchesterDorset Echo6h ago

Dorchester Art Club held end of term competition entitled 'Jurassic Coast'

The Dorchester Art Club hosted its end-of-term competition, themed around the Jurassic Coast

DorchesterDorset Echo6h ago

More than 200 artists to gather for day of outdoor painting in Dorset next month

More than 200 artists are set to gather for a day of outdoor painting at Sculpture by the Lakes in Dorchester, on September 4

DorchesterDorset Echo6h ago

The Dorchester pasta restaurant winning over customers one plate at a time

Fresh pasta, live music and five-star reviews in Dorchester: inside O'Pasta's growing success

Comedy legends Paul Merton and Suki Webster to perform in Weymouth this October

Paul Merton and Suki Webster, along with fellow improv specialist Mike McShane, will perform at the Weymouth Pavilion on Saturday, October 17.

More than £16,000 raised for good causes due to Weymouth's Fayre in the Square

More than £16,000 has been raised for local good causes following the hugely successful return of Weymouth's popular Fayre in the Square music festival.

One of Weymouth's most recognisable landmarks is celebrating a major birthday

One of Weymouth's most recognisable landmarks is marking its 190th birthday this weekend

Talk on little-known massacre that left four dead

The story of the Portland Massacre of 1803 will be shared at a Weymouth Museum Teas and Talks event

The gigantic ship off Weymouth that's heading across the Atlantic

Gigantic oil tanker Yokosuka Spirit has been spotted in Weymouth Bay and is now heading across the Atlantic

The incredible Weymouth event that drew a quarter of a million people to the coast

These photos capture the 1994 Cutty Sark Tall Ships event in Weymouth, when 80 historic sailing vessels and crowds of 250,000 transformed the bay

DorchesterDorset Echo8h ago

Community anger as vile racist graffiti daubed on walls ahead of culture festival

There was “shock and surprise” after racist and offensive graffiti was found near Dorchester’s Borough Gardens

WeymouthDorset Echo8h ago

Driver's parking dispute after charging electric vehicle for longer than hour limit

A DRIVER is facing a county court claim after using an electric-vehicle charging point in Weymouth for longer than the car park’s 60-minute maximum stay. He says it raises concerns of how EV charge po

WeymouthDorset Echo11h ago

'One of oldest pubs in Weymouth' asks to extend outdoor seating hours

A Weymouth town centre pub is asking to extend the use of its outside tables and chairs until midnight

BarnstapleNorth Devon Gazette17h ago

Barnstaple gas works sticking point to be ‘replanned at a later date’

Utility company says it hopes to have Bickington Road fully open again by Thursday morning

DursleyGazette Series (S. Glos)18h ago

Tools stolen from containers at site near Dursley

TOOLS have been stolen from containers at a site near Dursley.

Film crews spotted in Torquay at popular spots

Locals are speculating what they may be filming

TorquayDevon Live18h ago

DorchesterDorset Echo18h ago

Crash leaves motorcyclist with life-changing injuries

Officers are appealing for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to come forward following a serious collision near Dorchester.

BarnstapleNorth Devon Gazette19h ago

Relief as roadworks halted in the face of Barnstaple traffic carnage

Reprieve for residents as decision made to clear away gas main works near Bickington and go back to the drawing board until a better solution can be found

SalisburyBBC Wiltshire19h ago

New house for homeless veterans offers 'opportunity'

Great news for our city as Alabaré opens its third veterans' home right here in Salisbury! This fantastic initiative means even more vital support and a safe haven for our brave veterans in the community.

DursleyGazette Series (S. Glos)19h ago

Computer equipment stolen in burglary at industrial site near Dursley

COMPUTER equipment has been stolen in a burglary at an industrial site near Dursley.

Man named and charged after Torquay 'bottle incident' sees man in hospital

He is in custody

TorquayDevon Live19h ago

ExmouthExmouth Journal20h ago

Exmouth’s new Cue Station breaks fresh ground for snooker, pool and darts

What began as one man’s long-held ambition to own a snooker table has become something considerably bigger.

GloucesterBBC Gloucestershire20h ago

Gloucestershire records first deadly virus case

Sad news for our farming community as Gloucestershire has sadly recorded its first case of the bluetongue virus. This outbreak, which has now reached 630 cases nationwide, is a worrying development for our livestock.

GloucesterGloucestershire Live21h ago

Dolly Parton tribute act coming to Gloucestershire breaks down as she confirms show will go on

The UK's number one Dolly Parton tribute act broke down in tears as she announced she'd be continuing with her tour, despite the fact Dolly has passed away, honouring her legacy

Weston-Super-MareSomerset Live22h ago

Seagulls are 'misunderstood', says impersonator after winning Weston-Super-Mare Championship

"I've been doing the impression for a long time now. I've finally got the recognition."

BarnstapleNorth Devon Gazette23h ago

'There are no road-based solutions': Barnstaple gridlock renews focus on rail link campaign

After days of severe congestion left Barnstaple drivers and bus passengers stuck for hours, one local rail campaigner says the chaos was inevitable, and will keep happening until the town has an alter

GloucesterGloucestershire Live23h ago

Bristol Water confirms hosepipe ban to protect River Severn in Gloucestershire

The restrictions will impact part of Gloucestershire

GloucesterGloucestershire Live1d ago

Town-by-town Gloucestershire weather forecast as Met Office issues thunderstorm warnings

Flooding is possible across the region

GloucesterBBC Gloucestershire1d ago

Parking concerns over new residential cycle spine

Parking worries are bubbling up in Gloucester as a new cycle route is set to be introduced. Local residents are expressing concerns about how this will impact their ability to park close to their homes.

Exmouth study will put reusable period products to the poverty test

A new study will examine whether reusable period products could ease financial pressures and improve menstrual health, while exploring where they may not be a practical option for young people.

BarnstapleBBC Devon1d ago

Longer hospital ambulance journeys raise concerns

Local residents are voicing concerns as recent ambulance service changes mean some patients are now travelling further afield for treatment, with journeys to Exeter becoming more common instead of our own Barnstaple hospital. This shift is understandably raising questions for many in our community about access to care.

BarnstapleNorth Devon Gazette1d ago

LIVE: Police incident shuts road near Barnstaple

A road near Barnstaple is currently closed while police deal with an incident.

Why generations of diners still return to The Mexican after 25 years

This year marks a special milestone for one of Exmouth’s longest-established independent restaurants, as The Mexican celebrates 25 years of serving the town.

Exmouth to bloom on BBC Gardeners’ World as television cameras come to town

Exmouth is set for a spot on national television as cameras arrive to capture footage for BBC Gardeners’ World ahead of a planned September broadcast.

BridgwaterSomerset Live1d ago

New use denied for former WHSmith in Bridgwater town centre

It's been empty for almost two years now

Drivers warned of roadworks delays on key Bristol bridge again

'There are likely to be significant delays, especially at peak times'

Decision looms on expanding village near Bristol despite problem with bus route

It could be 25% larger

CheltenhamGloucestershire Live1d ago

Cheltenham General parking firm blasted as 'vultures' after fining cancer patient

The blue badge holder has vowed to fight the fine

Exmouth bench battle sparks fears one replacement could lead to many more

A row over whether shoppers should be given somewhere to take the weight off their feet has ended with councillors agreeing to buy a new bench – despite warnings the move could open a “can of worms” o

GloucesterGloucestershire Live1d ago

Fury as residential Gloucester street becomes 'dumping ground'

Members of the public have been urged not to "compromise evidence" as culprits are sought

PlymouthPlymouth Herald1d ago

Royal Navy veteran's plea to Plymouth as 30,000 demand action from Downing Street

'if we don’t get this right now, we’re sleepwalking towards a crisis.'

PlymouthPlymouth Herald1d ago

Plymouth leaders green light multi-million deal for Civic Centre

Morgan Sindall awarded £6.5m phase one contract as part of £47m overhaul

GloucesterStroud News & Journal1d ago

Why batteries and gas canisters shouldn't go in Gloucestershire bins

GLOUCESTERSHIRE residents are being urged not to put batteries, electrical items or gas canisters in household waste bins after a rise in fires linked to wrongly disposed items

DursleyGazette Series (S. Glos)1d ago

Schoolchildren help bring new Cam music festival to life with colourful flags

CHILDREN from schools across Cam and Dursley are helping bring a new music festival to life by decorating colourful flags for display at the event

Six-day weather forecast for Exmouth and what to expect

Overnight temperatures will fall to 18°C. It will feel close to 21°C during the day, with a 50 per cent chance of light rain late in the evening.

GloucesterGloucestershire Live1d ago

Gloucestershire's prettiest Cotswolds village named – not Bibury or Bourton

The historic Cotswolds village has been ranked Gloucestershire's most beautiful destination, beating tourist favourites Bibury and Bourton-on-the-Water

WeymouthDorset Echo1d ago

Two new homes planned for the Weymouth area

Plans have been submitted for two new homes around Weymouth.

Bristol Water announces first hosepipe ban in 50 years

'Introducing a hosepipe ban is never a decision we take lightly'

GlastonburySomerset Live1d ago

Legendary Dolly Parton 'felt like a rock star' on the Glastonbury Festival stage

Remembering when Dolly Parton dazzled the Westcountry in 2014

BarnstapleBBC Devon1d ago

Birthing unit could reopen within weeks after shock closure

Great news for families in and around Barnstaple! It looks like the birthing unit at our local hospital could be welcoming new arrivals again very soon. Health bosses are feeling "cautiously optimistic" that births can resume within weeks.

Man carried out string of sick acts against child for years

A judge called Jordan Richards' offending 'cruel and isolating'

ChardWales Online1d ago

Beloved young dad to be laid to rest in Bristol as bikers urged to join final tribute

Ben's family and friends have asked bikers to join the ride out for the young dad tomorrow

PlymouthPlymouth Herald1d ago

Vile Plymouth man jailed after attacking partner with a knife

John Ashworth was initially charged with attempted murder but later pleaded guilty to a lesser charge

YateGazette Series (S. Glos)1d ago

Train passengers face disruption after incident in Yate

Rail passengers face disruption after an incident in Yate.

Weston-Super-MareBBC Somerset1d ago

Seagull impersonators screech for championship crown

Get ready, Weston! Our town is buzzing as it plays host to a rather unique championship this weekend. Prepare yourselves for an army of seagull impersonators descending upon us to battle it out for the top prize!

Prince Harry tipped for BBC show by Richard Osman after 'very good' podcast appearance

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are expected to be back in the UK before the end of August and Richard Osman has a suggestion for the former royal's future TV career

ChardWales Online1d ago

CheltenhamGloucestershire Live1d ago

Woman grabbed by throat and verbally abused in Cheltenham attack

Officers believe the incident may have been filmed