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Which Party Gets Our Vote?

GORDON or David? It's a fair enough question, one on most people's lips. People tend to fall into one camp or another. Gordon is brusque. He's plain -speaking. And he's in trouble this week with his already dwindling fans. David, on the other hand, is just as dedicated to his cause - he just goes about his business in a much quieter, more considered way.

Ballinger Blasts Ross to Six-a-Side Victory ; Corse & Staunton Festival

ROSS-on-Wye were winners of Corse and Staunton Cricket Club's annual Under-11 six-a-side tournament. Thanks to a great deal of effort from Corse and Staunton's groundsman Colin Gittings following an awful day of rain the previous day, the fifth event of its kind started on time and the weather was perfect throughout the day.

Lorry in Tree Crash Drama

A DRIVER was trapped in his lorry after the vehicle careered into trees. The man was driving a white Scania artic on the A436 near the Frogmill Inn at Shipton Oliffe, near Andoversford, when the accident occurred just before 1am on Monday.

Three Cars Targeted by Thieves

A NORTH Cotswolds village has been hit by a series of car crimes. Thieves have targeted Ebrington, near Chipping Campden.

Museum and Hall in Town's Blueprint

A NEW museum and a town manager could be on the cards for Chipping Campden under plans to transform the area. The blueprint for the town's future is near completion, having been started in 2004.

Ex-Gchq Boss to Talk

A FORMER boss of GCHQ will speak in Cheltenham next month. Sir David Pepper will appear at the University of Gloucestershire's Park Campus on October 22 to give a lecture on his career at the intelligence centre.

When the Wind Blows, Use It

GREEN campaigners in Gloucestershire have called on the Government to build more wind turbines. The county Green Party claims debates about the aesthetics of turbines are missing the point.

Meningitis Charity On Shortlist for an Award

A CHARITY in Gloucestershire has been recognised for its efforts to raise awareness of a deadly disease. The Meningitis Trust is celebrating after being shortlisted for the Chartered Institute of Public Relations PRide Awards, which hail the best public relations work being carried out across the UK.

Nhs Care Was 'Phenomenal'

VETERAN artist Gerard Blakeley says he has nothing but praise for the nurses at Cheltenham General Hospital after he was treated for a broken hip. The 87-year-old, from Cheltenham, was admitted to the hospital a week ago and said the level of care he received was second-to-none.

Daredevil Denis Set for Gliding

THE SKY is the limit for daredevil pensioner Denis Williams. Most people in their eighth decade understandably think about taking life a little slower - but not Denis. The 74-year-old retired plumber wants to celebrate his next birthday on November 28 by hang gliding off a mountain. This will not be the first time the grandfather of 13 has tackled dizzying heights to mark reaching a milestone. Five years ago he celebrated turning 70 by doing a skydive in Swindon.

United Bid to Beat Bullying ; Police and Teachers Give Advice

TEACHERS in Whaddon are working with the police to beat bullying in the area. Staff throughout Whaddon have been in discussions with police community support officers over how to make the return to school a positive experience for youngsters.

New Skills Are On Offer

PEOPLE who want to learn new skills have been offered new courses in Whaddon. Literacy, IT and English as a second language are some of the sessions which people can sign up for at Oakley Community Resource Centre this month. There are two types of IT courses, one for complete beginners and another session for those who are slightly more advanced.

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As a Venue We've a Fantastic Menu

A RESTAURANT in Cheltenham is serving up some of the best food in Britain, according to a new guide. Le Champignon Sauvage, in Suffolk Road, has beaten the likes of Michel Roux's Le Gavroche to be named in the top 10 in the country.

Rare Railway Poster Is Set to Hit Pounds 1,000

AN advert extolling the virtues of Cheltenham as a holiday destination is expect to make nearly Pounds 1,000 when it goes under the hammer today. The vintage railway poster, made by British Railways in 1948 is emblazoned with the words Cheltenham Spa, For The Cotswolds, comes up for auction this afternoon.

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Rugby Fan Hit for No Reason: Court ; Vainikolo 'Fractured a Man's Skull'

GLOUCESTER rugby star Lesley Vainikolo fractured the skull of a fan "for no reason" after a night out with fellow players, a court heard. Vainikolo, 30, punched Jake Alicker once to the head near the Second Bridge nightclub in Bath in the early hours of October 26 last year, Bristol Crown Court heard yesterday.

Drivers Delayed by Crash On M5

DRIVERS on their way through Gloucestershire faced long delays this morning after a serious collision on the M5. All three lanes on the northbound carriageway were closed between junction 14 for Dursley and junction 13 for Stroud, with traffic diverted through Falfield and onto the A38 to rejoin the motorway.

Chain Store Fear Over Florist Site ; Keep It Local Say Residents After Closure

A NEW business must be found soon to fill the hole left by the closure of Robert Young's florist in Cheltenham. That is the view of a campaign group after the business in Bath Road shut its doors for good on August 31.