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  • READERS RECOMMEND: 65 of the best hairdressers

    We asked the Stroud News and Journal readers for the best hairdressers nearby, and we were amazed by the response. The readers' top pick is Beauty Barn in Stroud Candy - Nailsworth Summerbees JB Hair – Hair, by Jade Breeze Harry

  • Reminder to keep dogs under control after spate of attacks

    Owners have been reminded to keep dogs under proper control after several incidents involving aggressive dogs in the space of a week. Stroud District Council Animal Welfare Officers have dealt with reports of three incidents in the district, and

  • 34 fabulous photos of Stroud Vegan Fair

    THOUSANDS of food lovers flocked to Stroud Vegan Fair on Saturday. Held at the Sub Rooms, the event was a showcase of everything vegan, from plant-based products and tasty treats, to ethical clothing, and cruelty-free health and beauty products.

  • Cheers! The Albert is crowned the best in Stroud

    REGULARS at the Prince Albert in Rodborough raised their glasses as landlords Lotte Lyster and Miles Connolly were presented with Stroud CAMRA’s Pub of the Year 2020 award. Tony Hill, chair of Stroud Campaign for Real Ale (CAMRA) presented the

  • Will you be marking Brexit day on Friday?

    At 11pm on Friday the UK will officially leave the European Union. After three-and-a-half years of political wrangling over Brexit, the Withdrawal Agreement Bill will pass into law. For some Friday will be a time of celebration, for others

  • RUGBY: Herbert hat-trick seals victory for Stroud

    Stroud 41 Avonmouth Old Boys 27 KURTIS HERBERT bagged a hat-trick for Stroud as a large and vociferous crowd enjoyed a scintillating game of rugby, writes Sean Moore. Avonmouth had a robust pack, two slick and inventive half-backs, two powerful

  • 'You're from Stroud Lee' - town gets mention on Doctor Who

    She has the whole of space to choose from but The Doctor was close to home on last night's episode of Doctor Who. Set in Gloucester, The Doctor and friends had to battle against space rhinos The Judoon. As the aliens hunt down local couple

  • Gloucestershire charities benefit from carrier bag charge

    Twelve groups in Gloucestershire have received money as a result of the Government's levy on plastic bags. Co-op Midcounties has donated £14,000 from its carrier bag good cause fund, which sees the Society distribute money raised from the compulsory