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Racist neighbours make our life misery

A FAMILY who had to spend Christmas week in freezing temperatures after their oil pipe was deliberately cut believe they are being targeted by jealous and racist neighbours who are determined to oust them from their dream home. read more
Hanged man heard voices

A MAN with a history of alcohol abuse was 'drunk and aggressive' on the day he hanged himself in the garden of his parents' home, an inquest heard on Wednesday. read more
Working for Stroud - civic leaders sign pledge to improve town

THE spirit of co-operation officially arrived in Stroud this week when civic leaders signed a document which binds them to work closer together. read more
Butchers are not cruel to turkeys

MILLIONS of people across Britain will tuck into a turkey dinner this week. read more
Jamie Oliver buys Commons cow

CELEBRITY chef Jamie Oliver has bought a cow from Minchinhampton and Rodborough Commons for his new London restaurant. read more
What's in a name?

A MINCHINHAMPTON woman could be forgiven for thinking she might get a few extra presents this year - she is, after all, married to Father Christmas. read more

Archive - Monday, 23 December 2002