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• A tree is giving people something to smile about during pandemic

  03-04-2020 22:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Humour is most definitely the best medicine."
  
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• Coronavirus: British man 'left behind' in India

  03-04-2020 21:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ivor Gunton narrowly missed the final flights home as a lockdown came into effect, his wife says.
  
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• Child abductor who used fake passports jailed

  03-04-2020 21:20 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Rafael Cabello took the child to numerous countries on the planned trip before he was arrested.
  
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• New NHS Nightingale hospital in Bristol to 'open in coming weeks'

  03-04-2020 21:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The army could also be drafted in to help build the new facility if required
  
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• Fans and friends share their memories of the comedy legend

  03-04-2020 21:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans of Eddie have spoken of his kindness and humour
  
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• Josie Gibson sobs as she admits struggle to cope in lockdown

  03-04-2020 20:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Big Brother winner from Bristol has been isolating at home with her baby
  
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• Tonight's jackpot is £33m

  03-04-2020 19:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One lucky player could win a whopping £33million EuroMillions jackpot tonight (April 3).The life-changing amount of money could be yours if you manage to match all five main draw balls and both Lucky Stars in tonight's draw.Winning that sort of money would be truly life-changing - from expensive holidays to fancy cars, it would feel like a new life.Money raised by players of The National Lottery goes towards hundreds of UK projects and around £30million is raised each week.In Your Ar
  
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• Why rainbows have appeared in hundreds of windows across Bristol

  03-04-2020 19:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  What a lovely idea
  
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• South Gloucestershire now has more than 100 COVID-19 cases

  03-04-2020 19:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The latest Bristol figures have been released too
  
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• Man jailed for coughing at police officers after telling them he had coronavirus

  03-04-2020 19:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Richard Michael Lamb was being booked into custody after being arrested for a domestic abuse offence
  
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• New service to provide 9,000 meals a week for city's most vulnerable

  03-04-2020 19:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But the project needs your support - here's how to help
  
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• Man jailed for racially abusing worker - telling them to 'go home'

  03-04-2020 19:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Marcus Spiteri accused a member of staff he mistook to be Chinese of bringing covid-19 into the country
  
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• Ex-cop accused of inappropriate comments about potential domestic abuse victim

  03-04-2020 18:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A misconduct hearing will be held next week
  
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• Dead deer found in Bristol residential area

  03-04-2020 18:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'This is certainly not the typical deer territory'
  
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• Vape shop forced to close after encouraging customers to visit during lockdown

  03-04-2020 18:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It will be required to close until the Government lifts the restrictions on non-essential shops
  
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• Total number of coronavirus deaths in Bristol now 30

  03-04-2020 18:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Across the UK, a record 684 died with coronavirus in past 24 hours
  
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• ADVERTORIAL: M&S Foodhalls in Bristol are OPEN with fresh food and essentials you need

  03-04-2020 18:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  M&S colleagues are working around the clock to feed the nation safely #AllInThisTogether
  
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• Bristol nurse calls 'theft' of bike a 'kick in the teeth'

  03-04-2020 18:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We are working really hard to help people"
  
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• Call 999 if you see this wanted man

  03-04-2020 17:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Shane Stephens is wanted in connection with several thefts and court order breaches
  
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• Jail term for man who referred to COVID-19 during racial abuse of council worker

  03-04-2020 17:50 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 35-year-old man has been jailed today for racially abusing a member of staff at council offices in Bristol accusing them of bringing the COVID-19 virus into the country. Police officers were called to the offices in Temple Street on Friday 20 March after Marcus Spiteri, of no fixed address, became abusive after being told the building was on lockdown due to the current health crisis.
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• Ain't No Sunshine singer Bill Withers dies aged 81

  03-04-2020 17:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He had a heart condition
  
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• Cabot Circus allegedly demanding full rent despite barricade

  03-04-2020 17:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We cannot understand how they could possibly think to profit from us during this crisis"
  
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• Police have considered roadblocks to stop people travelling during lockdown

  03-04-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Both Devon & Cornwall and North Yorkshire forces have already set up blockades
  
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• Postman 'brings joy' to Clevedon with unusual outfits

  03-04-2020 16:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Terry Barnes has dressed as a zebra, Snow White and a court jester during his rounds.
  
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• Holly Willoughby gets emotional on This Morning over Phillip Schofield's comment

  03-04-2020 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The ITV stars have been continuing to present This Morning during the lockdown
  
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• Debenhams to file for administration to protect business

  03-04-2020 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They have already furloughed the majority of the workforce
  
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• Why Southmead Hospital has announced 13 coronavirus deaths in one day

  03-04-2020 16:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bosses have apologised for a data mix up which has seen two weeks of deaths attributed to one day
  
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• Kate Garraway's husband in intensive care with coronavirus

  03-04-2020 16:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The GMB host has also shown symptoms of Covid-19 and is self-isolating
  
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• Bristol restaurants that have joined Deliveroo

  03-04-2020 16:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Almost 3,000 new restaurants across the UK have joined the platform in the past month
  
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• Man accused of spitting at police amid spate of alleged attacks

  03-04-2020 16:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There has allegedly been a string of coughing and spitting offences against Avon and Somerset police
  
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• Colleges in Bristol region hit out at Government over apprentices

  03-04-2020 16:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They believe apprentices should have the same support as school leavers and university students
  
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• Colleges and training centres hit out at Government over apprentices

  03-04-2020 16:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They believe apprentices should have the same support as school leavers and university students
  
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• Woman accused of assaulting paramedic who was treating her

  03-04-2020 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Shanice Robins, 23, will appear in court later this month
  
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• Amazon defends coronavirus measures for delivery drivers from Bristol depot

  03-04-2020 15:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But some drivers are not happy with the situation
  
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• Disney Plus UK: The best hidden gems on the streaming service - Bristol Live

  03-04-2020 15:42
  
  Disney Plus UK: The best hidden gems on the streaming service  Bristol Live
  
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• People urged not to visit Weston despite 'glorious' weather

  03-04-2020 15:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Too many people are choosing not to take this message seriously"
  
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• Coronavirus: Bristol homeless food service begins

  03-04-2020 15:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Cheers Drive will feed every homeless person put in a shelter by Bristol City Council.
  
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• Have you seen Shane Stephens?

  03-04-2020 15:04 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are seeking the public’s help to find Shane Stephens who is wanted in connection with several thefts and court order breaches. The 22-year-old has links to Long Ashton, Bedminster and Southville. Stephens is described as white and approximately 5ft 10ins. He has brown eyes and black hair. Anyone who sees Stephens is asked not to approach him and instead call 999, giving crime reference number...
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• The true number of coronavirus deaths may be much higher

  03-04-2020 14:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some people say deaths are being over-estimated, some that it's being under-estimated
  
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• Counting the coronavirus dead - do the figures tell the whole story?

  03-04-2020 14:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some people say deaths are being over-estimated, some that it's being under-estimated
  
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• This is how long you can stay outside for while exercising

  03-04-2020 14:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This is how long your daily walk, run or cycle ride should last
  
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• SGS College rated top apprenticeship provider in the west of England

  03-04-2020 14:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Its achievement rate is 11 per cent higher than the national average
  
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• Firm tells staff ‘more chance of Lotto win than dying of Covid-19’

  03-04-2020 14:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'It's felt horrible and disgusting to be in this position'
  
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• Police dog tracks down Bristol man who stole parcels from doorstep

  03-04-2020 14:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Parcels were found in his possession which he could not account for"
  
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• Bristolians could be waiting four weeks to have bins collected

  03-04-2020 14:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol mayor Marvin Rees said crews could no longer return for missed collections
  
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• Revealed: Updated number of police fines in Bristol over lockdown rules

  03-04-2020 13:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dozens of people continue to ignore social-distancing measures
  
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• In pictures: The creation of a 1,000-bed Nightingale Hospital in Bristol

  03-04-2020 13:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The hospital could be open within weeks
  
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• Concern as surgery cancels appointment ‘due to coronavirus’

  03-04-2020 13:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Air Balloon Surgery patient says the message was 'a bit scary'
  
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• Eddie Large - Bristol Live's last ever interview with comedy star

  03-04-2020 13:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  When Eddie Large and Syd Little appeared at Bristol Old Vic in January 2019, theatre writer Jeffrey Davies caught up with the legendary comedy duo. Here, in its entirety, is their interview.
  
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• Stolen Audi Avant car is discovered in Bristol

  03-04-2020 13:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two men have been released under police investigation
  
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