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• Deprived? Not here we aren't...

  THORNBURY folk - or at least a good number of them - are the luckiest people in the West Country, according to a new survey measuring levels of deprivation. read more

• Matthew working so hard

  SIR - It was with a great deal of surprise that I read Mr Williams' letter (Gazette, October 29) which sought to criticise Cllr Matthew Riddle (Con, Severn) for campaigning in support of Oldbury-on-Severn Primary. read more

• North Bristol humble Painswick

  Gloucester Premier League Painswick 3 North Bristol 28 read more

• Calm down and get the facts first

  SIR - Re The Save Thornbury Hospital Campaign. I am very pleased to see the community spirit that has been fostered by this campaign pictured on the front of last week's Gazette. read more

• New laws target sale of fireworks

  SHOPKEEPERS in South Gloucestershire have been advised about new laws on the sale of fireworks to ensure everyone has a safe Bonfire Night this weekend. read more

• Traffic signals aim to cut congestion

  HUNDREDS of hunt supporters, countryside workers and their families from Wessex picketed Downing Street to Thursday to remind the Cabinet of their determination and commitment to fight any ban on hunting. read more

• With the Reds

  A RESOLUTE Colchester United held Bristol City to a 0-0 draw last Saturday in a dour match that failed to produce any sort of entertainment. read more

• Evil 'treat' that should be stopped

  SIR - Hallowe'en or Hello Neighbour? read more

• Trio of teachers off to Norway

  THEY weren't looking for Vikings - the three Winterbourne teachers were on a fact-finding mission when they visited Norway. read more

• Threat to schools is lifted

  MOVES to lift a closure threat facing cherished South Gloucestershire village schools with too many spare desks were rubberstamped this week - but the danger has not gone away completely. read more

• Public can find out about new facilities

  IT'S KICK off time at the new all weather pitch at The Ridings Sports Village. read more

• Weekend picture

  Just about hanging on this week through the autumn rain and winds are leaves on the trees at old St Helen's Church in Rudgeway Picture by Steve Richards GSR993H04 read more

• Hunters picket Downing Street

  HUNDREDS of hunt supporters, countryside workers and their families from Wessex picketed Downing Street to Thursday to remind the Cabinet of their determination and commitment to fight any ban on hunting. read more

• Expenses info is of interest

  SIR - Now that MPs' expenses are public knowledge, it would be comforting to electorate and advance the aspiring spirit of Open Government if local authority councillors would volunteer the same information. read more

• Traffic signals aim to cut congestion

  TRAFFIC signals will be installed at junction 14 at Falfield on the M5 to improve safety and reduce congestion. Work will start on Sunday. read more

• Sharon's taste of celebrity life

  WHEN a woman from Winterbourne decided to lose weight she never imagined it would lead to fame on the small screen and an unique trip abroad. But a visit to the gym and a few phone calls later saw Sharon Thomas and her family thrust into the limelight as the stars of reality show Wife Swap. Hannah Swingler spoke to the mum of three about her life changing experience, which led to her living in Germany, dodging flying balls and ironing pants! read more

• Health plan opinion canvassed

  TELEPHONE interviews will be used to find out views on major health plans in South Gloucestershire. read more

• Cash crisis could see cuts in policing

  THE friendly faces of bobbies on the beat could soon be a distant memory on the streets of Thornbury and district as the force is hit by a cash crisis. read more

• Hunting folk have habit of scoring own goals

  SIR - If the hunting fraternity ever has to find an alternative outlet for its energy, it should not be football, they are too liable to score own goals. read more

• Hallen bow out with their heads held high

  FA CUP 4th qualifying round Canvey Island 4 Hallen 1 read more

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