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• Recruitment consultant from Bristol wins £10k on Beat The Chasers

  28-04-2020 23:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He now plans to spend the cash travelling to Australia
  
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• Confirmed coronavirus cases in Bristol rises to 584

  28-04-2020 22:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Numbers also rose in North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
  
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• Gavin and Stacey star issues firm warning to public during coronavirus pandemic

  28-04-2020 22:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nessa urges people to protect the NHS and stay safe during the minute long clip
  
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• Watch: The terrifying moment two brothers arrive armed with machetes at shop

  28-04-2020 22:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One of the men can be seen waving the weapon at the shop entrance
  
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• Bristol walkers drove a 100-mile round trip to Welsh beauty spot

  28-04-2020 22:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police have the power to issue fines to people who are ignoring official guidance
  
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• Ambulance bosses say they're owed £500k by the government

  28-04-2020 22:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol Ambulance Emergency Medical Services says it is struggling to cover costs and funds are urgently needed
  
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• Watch: Gogglebox legends Mary and Marina send heartwarming video message

  28-04-2020 22:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We're being very good, keeping six feet apart"
  
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• The eight changes we could see in phase two of lockdown

  28-04-2020 22:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Changes could be announced this week
  
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• Jail for man who brandished a machete outside Kwik Save

  28-04-2020 21:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police only found out about the violent shop incident when viewing CCTV footage for an unrelated matter
  
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• Man's 'surreal' fight for home after eviction during pandemic

  28-04-2020 21:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “It was like I was not being listened to, like I was constantly having to push a boulder up a hill and seeing it roll straight down to the bottom again"
  
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• Highest number of UK deaths in one week since 1993

  28-04-2020 21:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's a dark day in the UK's history
  
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• Plans for a new midwifery unit at Bath's RUH put on hold

  28-04-2020 21:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new unit had been forecast to open in 2022/23
  
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• UK National Lottery results LIVE: Euromillions winning numbers on Tuesday

  28-04-2020 20:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You could take home £28M tonight
  
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• Police issue warning after millions scammed from Tesco and Morrisons shoppers

  28-04-2020 19:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Customers tempted by the offer of vouchers are being conned out of their personal information
  
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• Drones used for first time to carry out major survey on historic Clevedon Pier

  28-04-2020 19:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 'comprehensive' study to look at the condition of the Grade I listed landmark was carried out this month
  
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• Coronavirus outbreak at NHS call centre after 20 staff test positive

  28-04-2020 19:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Care UK-run centre on Lime Kiln Close was forced to temporarily close
  
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• In pictures: Emergency crews descend on south Bristol after man falls ill

  28-04-2020 18:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A man was rushed to hospital after falling ill near a Co-op in south Bristol this afternoon (Tuesday, April 28).Wearing full protective clothing, photographs show medical crews attending to the patient in Hollway Road, Stockwood.A Great Western Air Ambulance also landed at the scene.
  
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• Busy Bristol roundabout closed after lorry overturns

  28-04-2020 18:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Despite lockdown there is a long queue of traffic behind this
  
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• Why people are angry about ‘heartbreaking’ Starlink satellites

  28-04-2020 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "It was quite disturbing to look at from an astronomical perspective"
  
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• Thieves steal nativity scene and foodbank donations during church break in

  28-04-2020 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The nativity scene is a much loved feature of the church's Christmas celebrations
  
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• Bristol charities announce 'Chuesday Cheer' for homelessness workers

  28-04-2020 17:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People are being asked to show their support much like they do during Clap for Carers
  
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• Appeal on 10th anniversary of Barry Rubery's murder

  28-04-2020 17:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Barry Rubery was beaten to death at his home near Bristol in 2010.
  
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• Residents claim they've been denied 'democratic rights' to speak at meeting

  28-04-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  More than 60 people who live in Belvedere Road and connecting road The Glen have objected to the proposed nursing home extension
  
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• Emergency services at incident near south Bristol supermarket

  28-04-2020 16:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An air ambulance landed near the scene
  
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• Key worker caught driving at 97mph arrested after drugs test

  28-04-2020 16:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The driver was stopped on the M5 during wet conditions
  
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• Police officers abused while out catching speeding motorists during lockdown

  28-04-2020 16:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “These people are doing a really important job to save lives"
  
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• Greetings from the beaches of Knowle West

  28-04-2020 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If the people of Knowle West can't visit 'their beaches', the beaches can come to them
  
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• Help NHS Heroes in Bristol with new donation scheme

  28-04-2020 15:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They're on the frontline risking their lives - but there are plenty of ways you can support them
  
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• Coronavirus: Brothers die on same day in Newport

  28-04-2020 15:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Their father had died just three weeks earlier with an unrelated condition.
  
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• The horrific story of a man killed in his own home a decade ago today

  28-04-2020 15:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police continue to appeal for information because Barry Rubery's killer or killers have still not been found
  
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• Police issue tribute to loving grandfather who was murdered ten years ago today

  28-04-2020 15:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police continue to appeal for information because Barry Rubery's killer or killers have still not been found
  
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• 30 Disney quiz questions to test your general knowledge

  28-04-2020 15:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  These questions will test just how well you know your Disney and Pixar films (answers included)
  
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• Neighbours concerned about 'disgraceful' lockdown breaches in Bristol

  28-04-2020 15:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some people say the streets are becoming busier again as patience wears thin
  
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• Coronavirus updates for Bristol and UK: Case numbers, new disease in children, symptoms and more - Bristol Live

  28-04-2020 15:06
  
  Coronavirus updates for Bristol and UK: Case numbers, new disease in children, symptoms and more  Bristol Live
  
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• How 66 student beds will make Bristol's notorious 'Crack Alley' safer

  28-04-2020 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The developer has already met with the local police who have suggested ways of reducing anti-social behaviour"
  
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• The DIY and food chains which have reopened in Bristol

  28-04-2020 14:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many chains have reopened stores with social distancing measures in place
  
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• Chief Constable and PCC: There’s no safe space for criminals during lockdown

  28-04-2020 14:37 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Chief Constable Andy Marsh said: “While all our minds are focussed on the national health emergency which continues to dominate our way of life, I want to reassure our communities that we’re more determined than ever not to let criminals use this unprecedented situation to their advantage. “At the Downing Street press briefing on Saturday, Lynne Owens, the Director General of the National Crime...
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• Some cigarettes, papers and tobacco banned in UK from next month - Bristol Live

  28-04-2020 14:20
  
  Some cigarettes, papers and tobacco banned in UK from next month  Bristol Live
  
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• Queues for coronavirus testing at airport as Ashton Gate drive-thru 'empty'

  28-04-2020 13:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The stadium site is only open to staff in one NHS trust while the airport centre is open to all key workers
  
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• Man 'shocked' at these scenes outside Bristol Airport

  28-04-2020 13:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Staff were on hand to provide reminders about the need for social distancing during the coronavirus crisis
  
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• New government powers could see businesses ordered to dig graves

  28-04-2020 13:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But the extraordinary new powers would have to be “switched on” by the government
  
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• Do you have information about the murder of Barry Rubery?

  28-04-2020 12:51 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Our thoughts are with the family of Barry Rubery who was murdered at his home in Iron Acton exactly 10 years ago today. Barry was killed after returning to his home at Crossing Cottage at about 10.45pm on Wednesday 28 April in 2010 following a night out with friends. He was found the following day by a friend and a post-mortem examination confirmed he’d suffered fatal head injuries in a violent...
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• Warning from police after crash on M4

  28-04-2020 12:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Pictures posted by officers show at least one of the vehicle's tyres to be virtually bald
  
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• McDonald's announce UK reopening plans after promising to update fans - Bristol Live

  28-04-2020 11:03
  
  McDonald's announce UK reopening plans after promising to update fans  Bristol Live
  
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• 'Recovery plan' to be drawn up for Bristol region

  28-04-2020 10:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Rather than just getting back on our feet, we’ll be able to emerge stronger than before"
  
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• Sandcastle trail pops up in Knowle West, Bristol

  28-04-2020 10:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Knowle West may be 16 miles from the nearest beach but contains many roads named after seaside towns.
  
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• Maisie Williams donates £50,000 to Bristol charity

  28-04-2020 10:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She adopted her own pooch, Sonny, from the Bristol Animal Rescue Centre
  
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• Man who toured small hotels on thieving spree is jailed

  28-04-2020 10:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was finally caught after driving carelessly down Keynsham High Street
  
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• How this herd of goats is helping NHS staff on the frontline

  28-04-2020 08:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Frequent hand washing during the covid-19 pandemic is leaving many frontline workers with 'raw' hands
  
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• Coronavirus updates: Latest on Bristol cases as UK to hold minute's silence - One News Page

  28-04-2020 08:12
  
  Coronavirus updates: Latest on Bristol cases as UK to hold minute's silence  One News Page
  
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