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• Bath weir death: Two men pulled from river pronounced dead

  28-05-2020 22:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The young men, part of a group intent on "enjoying the nice weather", were found in the River Avon.
  
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• 10 tips to look after your mental health during coronavirus lockdown

  28-05-2020 21:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Looking after our mental health during the coronavirus outbreak is as important as looking after our physical health," says medic.
  
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• Coronavirus track and trace programme extended to Weston

  28-05-2020 20:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Admissions at Weston General remain “stubbornly high”
  
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• Two men die after being pulled from water in Bath

  28-05-2020 20:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A huge emergency services operation was launched earlier this afternoon
  
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• Axed bus service temporarily saved by First Bus

  28-05-2020 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A temporary replacement for the X5 service will be introduced
  
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• How long hospital is set to be closed as anger at management grows

  28-05-2020 19:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some staff reportedly found out about the temporary closure on social media
  
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• Live UK National Lottery results: Set for Life winning numbers on May 28

  28-05-2020 19:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• Could you have a painting by this renowned artist tucked away in your attic?

  28-05-2020 19:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hunt launched for work by renowned artist Doris Hatt to feature in a new art and literary festival
  
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• Has the UK got the world's worst coronavirus record? - Bristol Live

  28-05-2020 18:29
  
  Has the UK got the world's worst coronavirus record?  Bristol Live
  
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• Friends rescue bride's cancelled wedding

  28-05-2020 18:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The woman had lost £2,000 after her chosen venue went into administration.
  
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• Bristol mum's fury after gender-reveal party 'ruined'

  28-05-2020 18:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "She kept saying sorry but that’s not the point. It really broke my heart"
  
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• Police plea as Bristol people ignore ban on visiting Wales

  28-05-2020 17:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Wales is still in lockdown so please do not travel"
  
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• Bristol MP leads bid to reopen St Anne's Park railway station

  28-05-2020 17:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  St Anne's Park in Bristol closed in 1970 but campaigners believe it could "transform" travel in the area.
  
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• Bristol Uni to move lectures online with no discount on fees

  28-05-2020 17:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The University of the West of England has confirmed lectures will be online until January
  
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• Shop worker claims she lost her job because she cares for her mum

  28-05-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Elizabeth Mackenzie was told her situation meant there was no longer a position for her
  
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• Shop worker calims she lost her job because she cares for her mum

  28-05-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Elizabeth Mackenzie was told her situation meant there was no longer a position for her
  
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• Who is Dido Harding? Ex-Talk Talk exec in charge of Track and Trace app

  28-05-2020 16:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She is married to Weston-super-Mare's MP John Penrose
  
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• Tributes to 'lovable' swimming coach and cyclist after sudden death

  28-05-2020 16:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Bob was happiest when he was on the go"
  
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• Where to donate unwanted items to charity as shops closed

  28-05-2020 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol's leading charity retailer launches 'donation stations' ahead of pilot to open stores
  
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• Portishead's road widening scheme nears completion

  28-05-2020 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is hoped the £1.6 million scheme will ease congestion in the town at peak times
  
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• Coronavirus: How will contact tracing work in England?

  28-05-2020 16:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Millions in the UK will soon be asked to monitor who they have been near to combat coronavirus.
  
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• When DFS is going to reopen its Bristol stores

  28-05-2020 15:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The homeware retailer is reopening its showrooms as part of a phased plan
  
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• Coastguard team called out 12 times issue plea to public

  28-05-2020 15:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Lifesavers are appealing to people to stay safe by the coast on what is expected to be the hottest weekend of the year so far
  
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• Car park closed again - in bid to stem visitor numbers

  28-05-2020 15:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Councillors had raised fears increased crowds were making it difficult to adhere to social distancing guidelines
  
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• Brits could be banned from Spain depending on Covid-19 levels

  28-05-2020 15:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Spain's director of health has said his country will probe the UK's coronavirus data before letting people in, dealing a major blow for those hoping to holiday there
  
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• The rules on having a barbecue at Bristol's parks

  28-05-2020 15:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anyone caught ignoring the byelaws could be fined up to £500
  
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• Can you help us find out how a woman came by a head injury?

  28-05-2020 15:05 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re asking for help after a woman was found with a head injury in Weston-super-Mare. The woman became separated from her friend and was last seen at Charlie’s Chippy on the Grand Pier at about 6.20pm on Wednesday 20 May. She was found by police officers almost 12 hours later, at 6.15am on Thursday 21 May, in Marchfields Way, Bournville. We’re now trying to piece together her movements between...
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• Shopper's anger as '30 Bristol Tesco staff ignore one-way system'

  28-05-2020 14:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "It seems to be a joke with them that they are flouting their own rules"
  
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• Tobacco Factory announces when weekly market will return

  28-05-2020 14:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The government has said outdoor markets can resume from next week
  
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• Durham Police find Dominic Cummings may have breached lockdown rules

  28-05-2020 14:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The police force has been investigating the PM's Chief Adviser
  
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• Durham Police find Dominic Cummings did breach lockdown rules

  28-05-2020 14:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The police force has been investigating the PM's Chief Adviser
  
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• Coronavirus: Weston hospital 'to be shut for at least a week'

  28-05-2020 14:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Weston General Hospital stopped taking new patients because of a high number of coronavirus cases.
  
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• Boy, 15, found with pistol and knives at school

  28-05-2020 13:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The deputy headteacher called the police
  
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• 'Helicopter after helicopter' landing in Bristol - what we know

  28-05-2020 13:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's a Specialist Aviation Services chopper
  
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• Two cars damaged in south Bristol incidents

  28-05-2020 13:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The sets of cars were damaged with fire
  
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• Italian restaurant stops deliveries as chain on brink of administration

  28-05-2020 12:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The troubled Casual Dining Group also owns Cafe Rouge and Las Iguanas
  
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• Closed play areas at Bristol parks still being used

  28-05-2020 12:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A dog walker has reported seen a number of people using a play area in Easton
  
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• 'Black students have a different uni experience'

  28-05-2020 12:41 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol University is now helping its BAME students with the specialist group Nilaari.
  
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• Beauty spot visitors 'break through fence' despite closure

  28-05-2020 12:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The weir was closed after human mess and litter was left behind
  
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• Bristol's biggest primary schools confirm reopening dates

  28-05-2020 12:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many school leaders will be spending half term preparing for pupils' return
  
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• The six reasons people can't go on holiday abroad any time soon

  28-05-2020 12:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  From quarantining to airport testing, trips to sunny Spain could be a long time away
  
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• Can you help to find stolen pony Basil ?

  28-05-2020 12:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Appeal for information after rescue pony taken from paddock
  
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• Witnesses sought after cars damaged in Bristol

  28-05-2020 10:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re investigating two reports of criminal damage to vehicles in South Bristol. The first incident saw a fire damage a Mitsubishi in Bishopsworth Road on Saturday 16 May at approximately 11.30pm. CCTV enquiries have been carried out and we’d like to speak to a white male in connection with our investigation. He is described as approximately 30 years old, 6ft, of a slim build and wearing jeans and...
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• Former police officers among volunteers at reopened tip

  28-05-2020 10:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There were quarter-of-a-mile queues on the first day of reopening
  
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• Hospital A&E to remain closed until at least next week

  28-05-2020 10:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Weston General Hospital's A&E was closed on Monday
  
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• Boris Johnson describes response to crisis at hospital as "whack-a-mole"

  28-05-2020 09:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Mr Johnson was talking about Weston General Hospital yesterday at the Commons Liaison Committee
  
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• Cineworld plans to reopen cinemas across UK in July - Bristol Live

  28-05-2020 08:55
  
  Cineworld plans to reopen cinemas across UK in July  Bristol Live
  
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• Live coronavirus updates: Weston General Hospital, track and trace launched

  28-05-2020 08:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Government is also expected to review lockdown measures again today
  
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• Village residents unhappy with crowds, rubbish and 'dangerous parking'

  28-05-2020 08:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wick residents have reported visitors meeting up in large groups during the weekend
  
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• Jail for man who threatened to infect police officer with coronavirus

  28-05-2020 08:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Andrew Gyde was jailed for 13 months
  
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