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Gloucestershire Echo (Cheltenham)

December 09, 2008

Reporter gets in touch with his feminine side
Gazette hack samples some 'guy-liner', accolade for racing editor – and more news in brief

November 21, 2008

Sports reporter raises thousands in New York Marathon
Five minutes slashed from personal best, photographer's Christmas cash mission – and more news in brief

September 12, 2008

Running reporter aims to conquer the Big Apple
NYC beckons for sports journalist hoping to finish second marathon

June 11, 2008

Blackadder goes forth into Gloucestershire
Bristol Evening Post man to take over as editor of the Echo

June 06, 2008

Prize-winners' photographs from the EDF Energy South West Media Awards
See all the winners from the the glittering ceremony at the Steam railway museum, in Swindon

May 01, 2008

'No regrets' for Echo editor after 18 years with paper
Anita Syvret reveals why now is the time to make the break from local newspapers

April 29, 2008

Regional press editor to leave Echo hotseat
Media consultancy move for long-serving news chief

March 14, 2008

Newspaper house highlights recycling issues
Around 120,000 papers gathered for art project with a message, new business website launched and other news in brief

February 11, 2008

Northcliffe Media enjoys record January online
56 per cent growth in unique visitors year-on-year brings almost 3m to web network

February 06, 2008

Northcliffe begins to reap rewards of online investment
Regional online revenues grow 90 per cent on previous year

January 03, 2008

Citizen boss gets editor-in-chief job
Appointment brings Gloucestershire Media's editorial structure into line with the other Northcliffe centres

November 01, 2007

Newspapers turn to digital platform as Lasting Tribute takes off
Million page views marks milestone for national tribute website

October 11, 2007

Upbeat vibes from Northcliffe at City investor seminar
Media group bosses reveal progress made since sell-offs and acquisitions

September 27, 2007

Northcliffe achieves £45m cost saving target
Trading update also reports that group is continuing to see slowly improving advertising revenues

August 31, 2007

100 per cent increase in web visits for press flood coverage
Surge in traffic as local residents logged on for updates on the floods and water supply issues

July 31, 2007

County papers raise £236,000 for flood victims inside four hours
Sister titles rally support from business community as recovery operation begins

July 26, 2007

Echo delivered by kayak to flood-hit readers
Unusual tactic by distribution department adds 450 to the day's sale

July 25, 2007

Battle to report on floods amid fears of power cuts and water shortages
Portaloos and contingency plans as journalists travel by boat...

July 23, 2007

Newspapers under threat as flooding cuts power to printworks
Print operation transferred as 24-hour press is brought to a halt

July 06, 2007

Northcliffe snaps up 26 Trinity Mirror weeklies for £64m
Sale of south-east titles will affect more than 400 staff and boost circulation by 872,000

June 18, 2007

News group targets sports fans with network of new websites
Dedicated football and rugby team websites will aim to capitalise on papers' unique relationship with clubs

June 13, 2007

Latest resolved complaints dealt with by the PCC
More news from the press watchdog on how readers' complaints have been addressed

June 05, 2007

Press snappers win their stripes - more exam success for trainees
Two photographers gain distinctions - see the full pass list here

May 24, 2007

Spring 2007 NCE:News Report
Examiners give their verdict on the Spring NCE
- read the full reports here

Spring 2007 NCE: Newspaper Practice
Examiners give their verdict on the Spring NCE
- read the full reports here

Spring 2007 NCE:News Interview
Examiners give their verdict on the Spring NCE
- read the full reports here

50% pass journalism NCE exams- full list of successful candidates
"Excellent individual answers on many papers," say the examiners - see if you know anyone who passed

Spring 2007 NCE:Logbooks
Examiners give their verdict on the Spring NCE
- read the full reports here

Strong first half of the year for Northcliffe owners DMGT
More than half the £159m operating profit came from outside group's printed titles

April 30, 2007

Shortlist revealed for EDF Energy South West Media Awards 2007
Evening Post, Western Daily Press and Express & Echo lead the field for 2007 awards nominations

April 13, 2007

Young Cricket Photographer of the year is revealed
Panel "unanimous" as Jessica Homer is selected as MCC's Young Cricket Photographer 2007

January 11, 2007

Sister titles scoop exclusive with Zara and Mike - 'sport's golden couple'
Gloucester papers' Weekend magazine wins story after 18 months of asking

November 23, 2006

Latest resolved complaints dealt with by the PCC
Claims of inaccurate reporting are resolved - see the latest PCC news

Northcliffe operating profits fall
Regional newspaper revenues also drop - but report shows shortfall "being offset by cost reductions"

September 21, 2006

Latest Northcliffe figures confirm tough year
Trading update shows ad revenues are down but group remains on target to make £45m annual saving

September 04, 2006

Latest resolved complaints dealt with by the PCC
Unfair dismissal clarification - plus more news in brief from the press watchdog

August 08, 2006

Echo lensman helps nab shoplifter
Photographer dialled 999 after fearing man on rooftop was about to jump

May 25, 2006

850 leave Northcliffe as cost-saving moves kick in
Business report shows progress of £45m reduction plan - and half-yearly results

May 04, 2006

DMGT merges its digital businesses
Northcliffe Electronic Publishing and Associated New Ventures to become AN Digital

April 26, 2006

Former regionals man sees trade unionists at work in Iraq
Tim Lezard visits war-torn country to set seeds for new political newspaper

April 07, 2006

New regional editors for Northcliffe
Editorial directors add extra management layer as restructured company takes shape

March 28, 2006

Trade union boost as NUJ man Lezard visits Iraq
Former regional journalist will meet workers setting up their own unions during ten-day trip

March 27, 2006

Northcliffe to merge with Associated Newspapers
New company to use economies of scale to cut costs and boost online business

Northcliffe to sell Aberdeen newspapers for £105m
DC Thomson to buy Scottish business

March 15, 2006

£20m savings for Northcliffe in 'tough' trading conditions
Trading report issued - but no news yet on company's reorganisation

March 06, 2006

Sporting stalwart of 43 years files last match report
Football writer who saw 18 managers come and go receives lifetime season ticket to mark his retirement

February 17, 2006

'No deal' on Northcliffe - regional newspapers to be retained by DMGT
"Bids did not fully reflect the long term value of the business"

January 12, 2006

Citizen HQ to close in 'streamlining' of sister papers
Jobs at risk as departments prepare to merge at Northcliffe papers

December 19, 2005

Photographers' NCE successes and awards announced
Dominic Lipinski and Alex Rumford were the star turns in their news photography exams

December 14, 2005

Successful NCE candidates - Autumn 2005
Read the full list of hard-working reporters who have qualified as seniors

November 30, 2005

Bids invited for Northcliffe Newspapers
DMGT considering selling off its regional titles

September 02, 2005

How newspapers attract and retain readers
People behind the success stories of the new ABC figures share the secrets of their circulation increases

September 01, 2005

Vandals target Echo offices
Police appeal for information after yobs smash windows with bricks and throw paint at building

August 15, 2005

Northcliffe the focus of national day of protest
Plans to make £20m-a-year savings for next two years prompt outcry from union members

July 14, 2005

New MD chosen for Gloucestershire papers
Andrew Blair steps up to succeed Colin Davison

July 12, 2005

Former editor gains Master of Arts degree aged 82
New academic honour for journalist after battle with cancer

June 30, 2005

Executive move for Northcliffe's Davison
Gloucestershire MD set to take on a newly-created role

June 29, 2005

Cost reduction programme launched at Northcliffe
£20m savings a year sought in two-year project to focus on policies and processes