About Gloucester
Gloucester is a the couny town of Gloucestershire in the south west of England, close to the border with Wales. Located on the River Severn, it is close to areas of interest such as the Cotswolds, Malvern Hills and the Forest Of Dean, making it a popular destination for visitors. Steeped in rich history, Gloucester has many attractions that give an insight into its past such as Gloucester Folk Museum, the National Waterways Museum and Gloucester Cathedral. Shopping in Gloucester is a pleasure with all the high street names sitting alongside a wide range of unique and fascinating specialist shops and boutiques as well as the all year round covered market where you will find local specialites such as the famous Gloucester sausage. At night Gloucester comes alive with restaurants and cafes offering a wide choice of cuisine as well as pubs, clubs and bars to dance the night away in.
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Woman charged with poisoning baby
A mother is charged with poisoning her baby following the child's death from a suspected methadone overdose.
Swine flu affects boarding school
Eight pupils at Westonbirt School near Tetbury have swine flu and 11 more are suspected to have the virus.
Two men charged after club death
Two 18-year-old men from Cirencester are charged with manslaughter over an attack on a man in the town.
Children in care figure 'up 20%'
The number of children in care in Gloucestershire in the past year has increased by 20%, the county council says.
Flat closed after drugs activity
A flat in Gloucester city centre which was being used by drug users is closed down after a police raid.
Swimmers warned of river danger
A river rescue group warns people not to swim in the River Severn especially during the current spell of hot weather.
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