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Saturday 14 July 2012

Forest of Dean Google Alert 14-Jul-2012

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Forest of Dean disease could wipe out 700000 larch trees
This is Gloucestershire
Up to 700000 larch trees – 11 per cent of the entire Forest of Dean – could be felled over coming years because of a disease spreading across the South West. There are currently 45...
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Bonkers Boundaries proposals make 'absolutely no sense', House of Lords told
This is Gloucestershire
THE entire historic centre of Gloucester will be "tacked onto" the Forest of Dean under a controversial shake-up of political boundaries, peers heard yesterday.The 'bonkers boundaries'...
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Anna Ledwich returns to Theatre on the Fly
Chichester Observer
OK, it's not quite the Forest of Dean which the play specifies, but it will certainly do. “We had a number of ideas which we whittled down,” she said. “We had talks with the architects, and in a way the plays (for the Theatre on the Fly season) came ...
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Asbestos exposure caused man's death
This is Gloucestershire
AN 82-year-old Forest of Dean man's death was caused by his contact with asbestos during his long working life as a steel erector, a coroner has ruled.Bryan Harris, of Horsepool, Berry Hill, had...
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Burto and the Bath boys twist Bell's arm
This is Gloucestershire
"I grew up in south Gloucestershire and I certainly know a bit about the teams in the Forest of Dean," he added. "I played all the way through my schoolboy years and we played a lot of games out at Lydney and Berry Hill and Cinderford for the county.
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Lords debate Parliamentary Boundary Commission: Electoral Administration
DeHavilland (press release) (subscription)
... the Leigh and Makerfield-Westhoughton marriage, the Broxtowe-Rushcliffe marriage, the Chingford-Edmonton marriage, the New Mersey Banks seats, the City of Gloucester-Forest of Dean marriage, the Anglesey-Bangor proposals and the Devon Hall seat ...
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Blogs
1 new result for "Forest of Dean"

Birds and Nature in the Forest of Dean: Corn Snake (juvenile)
By Bob Bushell
I was busy today, which means no pictures, and again it was sunny all day, damn. I was playing with apple computer, changing things, and its 24 hours since it beginning and now it is still going. Double damn. I had a friend that was holding the ...
Birds and Nature in the Forest of Dean

Web
5 new results for "Forest of Dean"

Thomas JAMES - Forest of Dean Family History Forum
I am not from the area of East Dean therefore finding it difficult to research the JAMES family. Thomas died in Leamington, Warwickshire and is known, according ...
www.forest-of-dean.net/fodmembers/index.php?mode...id...
Jobs spotted in the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas. Jobs ...
Jobs spotted in the Forest of Dean and surrounding areas. Please remember that this is only a guide to what is available. You will still need to go and check ...
www.whatnowglos.co.uk/.../Spied%20FOD%2010th%20JULY...
The Forest of Dean - Symonds Yat Rock on Vimeo
This was mostly taken in the Forest of Dean at a local viewpoint not far from my home using a ...
vimeo.com/45510516
Forest of Dean Duathlon / Sept - Triathlon - Runner's World
Hi all, I'm a relative novice to Duathlon and a middle-aged female who generally comes in with all the beginner type people at the back. Does anyone have any ...
www.runnersworld.co.uk/forum/triathlon/.../202635.html
Landline Man® Steve (thebtman) on Twitter
... I can speed up your broadband! http://landlineman.com. Forest of Dean · http:// thebtman.com. Follow Following Unfollow Blocked Unblock Pending Cancel ...
en.twitter.com/thebtman

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Friday 13 July 2012

Forest of Dean Google Alert 13-Jul-2012

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Forest of Dean trees to be felled over disease fears
BBC News
About 36000 larch trees are set to be felled in the Forest of Dean to combat a tree disease, the Forestry Commission says.
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Cinderford £100m investment plan launched
BBC News
Leader of Forest of Dean Council Patrick Molyneaux, who is spearheading the campaign, said: "We've secured a key part of the funding so far, and we just want to go on and show what the possibilities are in Cinderford and get people excited so they do ...
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Foresters get groovy for charity dance-off
This is Gloucestershire
WOMEN from across the Forest of Dean have taken up the latest dance craze to sweep the nation in a bid to help charities in the area.Led by fitness instructor Hayley Whittington, the ladies took part...
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Sport celebrations
This is Gloucestershire
The school's Year 6 boys won the Forest of Dean District Small School Soccer tournament and the mixed boys and girls team were also crowned the District Tag Rugby Winners. Despite appalling weather this summer, the pupils have also excelled in cricket ...
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A lovely spot with fantastic views
This is Bath
A quiet lane runs along the foot of the Cotswold Edge to the village of Hawkesbury, with fine views across the Severn Vale towards the Forest of Dean. A vast Perpendicular church dominates this diminutive hamlet, whose size belies its former importance.
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Minehead Central Candidate Statements
AboutMyArea
I have in the past served as a councillor in The Forest of Dean before my wife and I moved to Minehead. You can follow me on twitter @mieleg for my views. I ask for your support to get me elected to the council so that I can help you as a voter. I ...
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Ex-Bath prop Duncan Bell takes Lydney coach role
BBC News
I went down to see them and signed within 24 hours. "I spoke to Matt Salter [Clifton coach] and explained the situation and he understood." Paul Morris will continue as backs coach under Bell at the Forest of Dean club while Jack Royal joins from ...
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Blogs
1 new result for "Forest of Dean"

Birds and Nature in the Forest of Dean: Rabbit
By Bob Bushell
skizo · Tribute to Photographers. 22 hours ago. My photo's taken in and around the Forest of Dean · IS THIS A FLYCATCHER ? 23 hours ago. Red and the Peanut · Female Tree Swallow inspects a nesting cavity... 1 day ago. Caldecotte Lake ...
Birds and Nature in the Forest of Dean

Web
9 new results for "Forest of Dean"

Revamped conservation area for Ruardean children | Forest of ...
Taken from The Citizen (04.07.12): Youngsters can enjoy the great outdoors in style after the opening of a new conservation area. Children at Ruardean Primary ...
forestofdeanlocalactiongroup.co.uk/revamped-conservation-ar...
HARTLAND Bernard Charles - Forest of Dean Family History Forum
Hi. My father, Bernard Charles Hartland, was born in Leeds in August 1912. His father was Henry Bernard Hartland and Mother Elsie George and they were ...
www.forest-of-dean.net/fodmembers/index.php?mode...id...
Vacancies in the Forest Of Dean
Pillowell Silver Band are looking to recruit a Principal Cornet player and Solo Tenor Horn to join this friendly band. All players are assured of a friendly welcome ...
www.themouthpiece.com/vb/showthread.php?47643...in...
Forest of Dean trees to be felled over disease fears - UK Wired News
News, England, Forest of Dean trees to be felled over disease fearsForest of Dean trees to be felled over disease fears. About 36000 larch trees are set to be ...
www.ukwirednews.com/.../1440257-Forest-of-Dean-trees-to-b...
Ellis Lodge - Forest of Dean Holiday Cottages - TripAdvisor
Rent this 3 bedroom rental home for £520 per week! See photos, reviews, and availability for Ellis Lodge.
www.tripadvisor.co.uk/VacationRentalReview-g1144277-d33...
Deanwood Holidays, Forest of Dean | Facebook
Deanwood Holidays, Forest of Dean is on Facebook. To connect with Deanwood Holidays, Forest of Dean, sign up for Facebook today. Sign UpLog In ...
www.facebook.com/deanwoodholidays
Forest of Dean Go-Ride Games / Events
Event details. Start date: Wed, 8th Aug 2012; Type: MTB XC (Competitive); Venue : Sallowvallets Enclosure. Cannop, Forest of Dean, GL16 7EH. (View map) ...
www.britishcycling.org.uk/.../Forest-of-Dean-Go-Ride-Games
We create websites too! | Forest of Dean Trader
Forest of Dean Trader supports the local economy in the Forest and Wye areas. Local ...
forestofdeantrader.co.uk/advertise-more-for-less/
exercise bike in Forest Of Dean, Gloucester | Gym Equipment for ...
2 days ago £45. Berkeley. Save. Remove. rowing machine Forest Of Dean ... exercise bike Forest Of Dean Gloucester Gloucestershire Gym Equipment for Sale ...
www.gumtree.com/p/for-sale/exercise-bike/106192025
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Thursday 12 July 2012

Forest of Dean Google Alert 12-Jul-2012

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Forest of Dean Google Alert 12-Jul-2012
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Why House of Lords Reform Bill must succeed - Mark Harper
This is Gloucestershire
Forest of Dean MP Mark Harper is also the consitituional reform minister and he is playing a leading role in driving through the legislation. Here - writing for The Citizen tomorrow - he argues why the reforms are important for the UK: Earlier this ...
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Prospectus launched to entice investors to Forest of Dean
This is Gloucestershire
A VISION for the future of Cinderford has been released in the form of the town's "investment prospectus".Council and regeneration bosses yesterday unveiled the document, which they hope...
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Churchill backlash
This is Gloucestershire
Tory MP Nicholas Soames hit back at claims by Forest of Dean MP Mark Harper that his grandfather and former Prime Minister believed in House of Lords reform. The Conservative Constitutional Affairs Minister, who is pushing through a shake-up of the ...
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Wild garden raising church funds
This is Gloucestershire
FUNDS are being raised for a Forest of Dean church thanks to an overgrown garden.People are being invited to marvel in the beauty of a garden packed with wild flowers at The Paddocks, in Red Marley...
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canal scheme falls victim to economy
This is Gloucestershire
FOR so long the Forest of Dean has been crying out for a bit of direction. Now it has it. The Cinderford Investment Prospectus lays out, in clear, concrete terms, just what the future holds in the Dean. Businesses, investors and organisations looking ...
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Electrification could speed up trains in Gloucestershire
This is Gloucestershire
Student nurse Helen Thomas, from the Forest of Dean, gets the train into Cheltenham every day. The 36-year-old said: "It would speed my journey up a bit and give me a bit of extra time. "I think if they improved the service then the ticket price would ...
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Grand Old Man of Gloucester Rugby turns 100
This is Gloucestershire
1. Disease to claim 36000 Larch trees in the Forest of Dean · Thumbnail image. 2. Pilot injured in aircraft crash at Kemble Airfield · Thumbnail image. 3. Furore as gay marriage debate stifled at Cotswold District... Thumbnail image. 4. Church raiders ...
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Youth awards start
This is Gloucestershire
YOUNG people who go the extra mile will get rewarded for their efforts.Nominations are being sought for the Forest of Dean youth awards.A spokesman said: "This awards scheme has been designed to...
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Davies keen to strengthen links with the county's leading clubs
This is Somerset
Burns and Henry Trinder gained experience in their younger days at Forest of Dean outfit Cinderford, while May came through the ranks at Hartpury's Saturday side before representing Moseley. With Cinderford eyeing promotion to the Championship and ...
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Common people
Phys.Org
Dr. Oosthuizen, a specialist in early medieval landscapes, thinks that the roots of medieval rights of common (which exist today in places such as the New Forest and Forest of Dean) belong in these early pre-Roman practices. She believes that the ...
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Park to stage annual proms night
This is Gloucestershire
PROMS in the park will lift spirits in Yorkley this weekend.On Saturday, the annual Proms in the Park Concert will be held on the Recreation Ground.The popular Forest of Dean Brass band will play from...
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Highnam girls show off new kit
This is Gloucestershire
The club wants to open its doors to any girls in the Forest of Dean and the Gloucester area from School years four to nine of any ability that want to get involved in playing the beautiful game. If you are interested in getting into girls football with ...
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Changes to care for the elderly 'will put pressure on council coffers'
This is Gloucestershire
Daphne Pearson, chairman of Age Concern's Forest of Dean branch, said: "The amount councils can borrow is capped by the Treasury so there will be questions over how these loans are paid out. Paying back loans could be difficult in a stagnant housing ...
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Blogs
1 new result for "Forest of Dean"

Birds and Nature in the Forest of Dean: Dunnock (Hedge Accentor)
By Bob Bushell
Dunnock (Hedge Accentor). It was a glorious day, and, guess what? My son had broken his finger, playing a game of basketball. Can you believe it, on one day like it, so I had ferry him. I cried to myself. Oh, what about your sons finger, you ask ...
Birds and Nature in the Forest of Dean

Web
4 new results for "Forest of Dean"

Cycling in the Forest of Dean, Deanwood Holiday cottages
On Saturday we joined up with some friends and their children and spent a wonderful few hours cycling round the Family Cycle Trail in the Forest of Dean.
www.deanwoodholidays.co.uk/view_news.php?cid=114
Bigfoot MBC » Forest of Dean, Pedalabikeaway Verderers XC ride 2 ...
6:15pm start from the Pedalabikeway, Forest of Dean to ride the Verderers and Red trails or maybe some off piste stuff. Click HERE for start location. Ride grade ...
www.bigfootmbc.co.uk/.../forest-of-dean-pedalabikeaway-ver...
Concert Review: Summer 2012 « Royal Forest of Dean Orchestra
The Royal Forest of Dean Orchestra were in unfamiliar territory, musically speaking, last Saturday, exploring the complexities of late romantic European music.
rfdo.org.uk/?p=618
Park up/small living space needed in Forest of Dean ...
Hello I'm a man with a caravan and a van, who needs a small space/piece of land to live on in the Forest of Dean area. I currently work at a local college ...
www.ukhippy.com/stuff/showthread.php?57732...up...
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