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• Police investigation after 'arsonists' target Filton golf course

  08-04-2020 23:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The blaze erupted at 8pm
  
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• Police have issued 60 fines so far to people ignoring lockdown rules

  08-04-2020 23:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset police officers will remain highly visible to explain why the lockdown is in place over the Easter weekend
  
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• Bristol volunteers making hundreds of headbands for NHS workers

  08-04-2020 23:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  Two Bristol mums have spearheaded a campaign to donate hundreds of headbands to NHS staff who are in pain after wearing protective masks.
  
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• Clothing shop in Bristol city centre closes permanently after 15 years

  08-04-2020 22:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We have decided it’s the right time to bring down the curtain"
  
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• Backlash as MP Jack Lopresti calls for churches to open for Easter

  08-04-2020 21:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "No you bloody fool. Stay at home"
  
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• Government unveils £750m support package to help struggling charities

  08-04-2020 21:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Chancellor Rishi Sunak made the announcement during Wednesday's daily press briefing
  
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• Strangers dash to help woman in distress on bridge in Bristol

  08-04-2020 21:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Obviously at that moment the distancing thing didn’t seem to be as important"
  
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• Coronavirus: Death toll rises by 938 to 7,172 after deadliest day yet

  08-04-2020 20:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People of all ages are dying from the highly contagious virus
  
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• LIVE Lotto results: Winning National Lottery numbers for Wednesday, April 8

  08-04-2020 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Get your tickets ready
  
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• Charity Paul's Place is going virtual after having to close day centre

  08-04-2020 19:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Paul's Place is a vital lifeline for adults with physical disabilities from across the Bristol area. Now the charity is launching a virtual service thanks to a grant from the coronavirus 2020 Response Fund
  
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• Morrisons shoppers can now get food delivered in 30 minutes by using Deliveroo

  08-04-2020 19:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This will be a real game changer
  
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• Confirmed cases of coronvavirus in Bristol rise again - with 23 more confirmed

  08-04-2020 19:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There's also been a rise in neighbouring counties
  
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• Government delays Clean Air Zone roll-out - but what does it mean for Bristol?

  08-04-2020 19:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol mayor Marvin Rees says he remains hopeful the city will meet government targets to cut harmful emissions on time
  
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• Actor Stephen Merchant sends heartfelt message of support to St Peter's Hospice

  08-04-2020 18:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “I just wanted to let you know what you do is deeply, deeply appreciated and you are not forgotten by us on the outside world."
  
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• 'Disgusting' - Police called to group of 20 people

  08-04-2020 17:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The group was leaving the scene when officers arrived
  
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• Hunt for arsonist after four cars torched - including key worker's

  08-04-2020 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “It’s been an absolute shock and nightmare in every way possible"
  
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• Firefighters warn cases of arson have increased since coronavirus lockdown began

  08-04-2020 17:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fire chiefs are appealing for the public to help stop the increase
  
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• Vulnerable adults could be evicted as charity on brink of insolvency

  08-04-2020 16:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol City Council has said the authority’s homeless prevention team is “ready to act if required”
  
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• No new Covid-19 cases were recorded in Bristol yesterday

  08-04-2020 16:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The city's confirmed cases stayed constant on Tuesday, despite a national increase and the promise of more testing
  
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• TV dating show in turmoil as frustrated male contestants walk out

  08-04-2020 16:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's the show that has five fellas vying to win the affection of one woman
  
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• Latest guidelines for asthma sufferers during coronavirus crisis

  08-04-2020 16:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Patients are being urged to take their treatment as it is prescribed
  
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• Mourners face having to watch funeral online due to new coronavirus restrictions

  08-04-2020 16:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bath and North East Somerset Council said it had no choice but to limit access to up to 10 people attending each funeral
  
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• Vehicle dwellers moved to temporary site in Bristol due to coronavirus

  08-04-2020 15:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The site is located at Portway Rugby Development Centre
  
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• Vodafone staff 'feel exploited' as they work behind closed doors

  08-04-2020 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The shops are closed as part of the coronavirus lockdown but one worker said: "We were told we had no choice as this was essential sales"
  
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• 'They have been the worst weeks of my life', says Bristol mum with coronavirus

  08-04-2020 14:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Karima Baghori said she had never been so ill in her life
  
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• Police appeal after supermarket delivery vans set on fire

  08-04-2020 14:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It comes after two Iceland supermarket vans were set alight last month
  
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• New WhatsApp rules aim to stop people spreading fake news

  08-04-2020 14:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Users have told us this can feel overwhelming and can contribute to the spread of misinformation"
  
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• BT urges people to stop damaging phone masts amid fake 5G myths

  08-04-2020 14:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Damaging phone masts is like knocking holes in your lifeboats while your ship sinks"
  
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• First image of Nightingale Hospital being built in Bristol

  08-04-2020 13:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The picture was shared by the deputy leader of North Somerset Council
  
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• GP debunks coronavirus myths including alcohol, vinegar and food

  08-04-2020 13:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  NHS GP Dr Gero Baiarda tackles questions on hand washing and wearing gloves
  
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• Plans for 96-metre long jetty on the New Cut thrown out

  08-04-2020 13:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The councillors agreed there was little point in it being built
  
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• Piers Morgan blasts 'moron' cyclist on Good Morning Britain

  08-04-2020 13:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The cyclist ignored social distancing rules on GMB and posed behind health minister Edward Argar
  
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• Jet2 announces date its flights and holidays will recommence

  08-04-2020 13:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Is this a bit optimistic?
  
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• Bristol chef sorry for saying he hoped Boris Johnson would die

  08-04-2020 13:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tim Owen believes his restaurant Truffled of Totterdown is 'finished' due to his comment
  
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• Man arrested after dramatic police chase through south Bristol

  08-04-2020 12:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An eyewitness reported seeing at least ten police cars chasing the driver
  
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• Plans for arena in Filton given final go ahead

  08-04-2020 12:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This decision was the final approval YTL needed to be able to create an arena in Bristol
  
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• Vaccine tests to begin in Bristol within weeks after breakthrough

  08-04-2020 11:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  University researchers are working with a biotech company and believe their potential vaccines could be used worldwide
  
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• Where schools are staying open during the Easter holidays

  08-04-2020 11:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'It is essential that our key workers can carry on with their work'
  
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• Bristol snack company sees orders go 'through roof'

  08-04-2020 11:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are only three team members who are all working from home
  
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• Access to online counter terrorism training made easier for home users

  08-04-2020 11:30 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Counter Terrorism officers are making their internationally renowned, online training for the public easier to access from home. As the ACT (Action Counters Terrorism) Awareness e-Learning course marks its second anniversary, police are launching an updated version, with the latest advice from security experts and a simplified registration system so anyone wanting to take part can help keep the UK...
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• Footage of antisocial behaviour sought

  08-04-2020 11:28 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are asking people who recorded footage of antisocial behaviour in the Henbury and Southmead areas of Bristol last month to come forward. A number of antisocial behaviour and criminal damage acts occurred, especially in the Glencoyne Square area, took place between 9pm and 12.10am on the night of 23-24 March. These culminated in two supermarket vans being set on fire in Arnside Road.
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• Why UK coronavirus lockdown will NOT be lifted on Monday

  08-04-2020 11:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister was committed to seeing if the measures could be eased in three weeks
  
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• Moment burglar stole thousands of pounds of clothing

  08-04-2020 10:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Doing this to a place for the community is massively below the belt"
  
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• Guide to free celebrity online classes for kids during lockdown

  08-04-2020 09:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  David Walliams and Myleene Klass have also got in on the action
  
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• Spectacular pictures of the Super Pink Moon taken across Bristol

  08-04-2020 09:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It looked beautiful
  
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• The UK's first Frankenstein museum could open near Bristol

  08-04-2020 08:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “This scheme is a tremendously exciting proposal that will breathe life back into a tired heritage asset building"
  
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• Someone won £3.7 million on Euromillions and didn't claim it

  08-04-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The deadline for claiming it has passed
  
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• Number of fines police issued for breaking coronavirus lockdown

  08-04-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  After a busy, sunny weekend
  
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• Rents slashed in Bristol during coronavirus crisis

  08-04-2020 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many rental properties have had prices reduced to attract tenants during an uncertain time
  
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• Man jailed for months missed court as he 'self-isolates in Malaga'

  08-04-2020 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sean Lee claimed he was unable to come to Bristol Crown Court because he was abroad
  
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