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• UK weather: Thundery downpours expected as temperatures plummet - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 22:49
  
  UK weather: Thundery downpours expected as temperatures plummet  Bristol Live
  
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• Health boss 'absolutely confident' Weston Hospital closure was right move

  02-06-2020 22:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The hospital was shut after five patients tested positive for Covid-19 in a non-Covid ward
  
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• UK weather: Thundery downpours expected as temperatures plummet

  02-06-2020 22:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Time to dig out your waterproofs
  
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• Coronavirus - another death as more cases found in Bristol area

  02-06-2020 21:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nationally, more than 300 deaths were recorded in a single day again
  
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• Coronavirus memorial garden set to open near Bristol

  02-06-2020 21:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's hoped the area will be a place for people to remember their loved ones
  
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• Two huge smiley faces appear in the sky above Bristol

  02-06-2020 20:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Did you spot them?
  
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• Gin firm dropped by two outlets after controversial ad

  02-06-2020 20:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The current events involving police brutality against black people shouldn't be used for marketing purposes"
  
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• Live results: Euromillions winning numbers for Tuesday, June 2

  02-06-2020 20:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Check your numbers here
  
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• Foreign holidaymakers told UK is 'high risk' in sobering tourism update - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 19:42
  
  Foreign holidaymakers told UK is 'high risk' in sobering tourism update  Bristol Live
  
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• Urgent hunt for wanted man after a series of thefts

  02-06-2020 19:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police say he is known to have links with the Weston-super-Mare area
  
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• Huge fire near M5 destroys 20 vehicles

  02-06-2020 19:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's understood sheet asbestos was burned during the blaze
  
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• This is why City Hall will be lit up purple tonight

  02-06-2020 18:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “As a city we stand against racism and inequality"
  
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• Man kicked police officer in the shin after brandishing two knives

  02-06-2020 17:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  James McMullen was jailed for 24 months.
  
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• Did you witness assault in Shepton Mallet?

  02-06-2020 17:39 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re seeking witnesses to an assault in Shepton Mallet that left a man with a serious head injury. The incident happened at about 11.15pm on Saturday 23 May in the Meadow View area of the town, near to Whittakers House. A man, in his 40s, is believed to have been struck with a metal pole and required hospital treatment. We’ve since arrested a man on suspicion of wounding with intent. He’s been...
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• McDonald's opens more UK restaurants - full list - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 16:56
  
  McDonald's opens more UK restaurants - full list  Bristol Live
  
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• 'Take your p*** home' says council chief as city becomes 'huge urinal'

  02-06-2020 16:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We asked Bristol City Council when public toilets will be reopening
  
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• Disgust as Bristol streets and parks used as a 'huge urinal'

  02-06-2020 16:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We asked Bristol City Council when public toilets will be reopening
  
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• Bristol companies that make parts for Airbus planes merge

  02-06-2020 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The business said no jobs would be lost as a direct result of the merger but confirmed it was "in consultation" with staff
  
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• Claims former special constable hid the fact he had been sacked for misconduct

  02-06-2020 16:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A gross misconduct hearing will take place this week
  
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• Popular Bristol pub at risk of not being able to reopen

  02-06-2020 16:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It needs your support to help it survive the Covid-19 crisis
  
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• What police can and can't to do if they find people breaking lockdown rules

  02-06-2020 16:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Guidance has been issued to all police forces in the country
  
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• Police statement as 4,000 protesters to march through Bristol

  02-06-2020 15:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The event will involve a march to Portland Square in St Pauls before finishing at Castle Park in Bristol city centre
  
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• Homeless people isolating in hostel to be helped into housing

  02-06-2020 15:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The grant will help 50 rough sleepers to buy essential items to get set up in new homes after isolating due to the coronavirus outbreak
  
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• First Bus announce big change which could be a game changer

  02-06-2020 15:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The bus operator has also recently introduced a new timetable
  
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• Buses stop dropping people off at bus station as new timetables start

  02-06-2020 14:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  First Bus has introduced new timetables as well
  
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• In pictures - Huge queues as McDonald's reopens near Bristol

  02-06-2020 14:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Around 50 cars were waiting in line in anticipation for a burger
  
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• Huge queues as McDonald's branches open across UK - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 14:45
  
  Huge queues as McDonald's branches open across UK  Bristol Live
  
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• Bristol parks three times busier now than before lockdown began

  02-06-2020 14:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The data suggests trips to other places are also on the increase
  
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• Bristol cult hero's sons share memories ahead of funeral

  02-06-2020 14:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Once a fixture of Bristol nightlife, Keith Valle was almost as well-known for his DJing exploits as his tannoy wind-ups at Bristol Rovers
  
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• Millions to be wiped off value of council-owned firm

  02-06-2020 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Changing market conditions and the coronavirus pandemic are the cause
  
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• Appeal to find wanted man Benjamin Holt

  02-06-2020 13:56 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re seeking the public’s help to find Benjamin Holt. The 35-year-old is wanted in connection with a number of theft investigations. Holt is from Yeovil but is known to have links with the Weston-super-Mare area. He is described as stocky, approximately 5ft 8ins and has a receding hairline. He has a tribal tattoo on his right arm and a swallow tattoo on his left hand. Anyone who sees Holt should...
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• 'Incredible' swarm of bees spotted on bike saddle

  02-06-2020 13:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Luckily no one sat on the saddle while it was covered in bees
  
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• Why the UK's death rate is so high, according to scientists - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 13:51
  
  Why the UK's death rate is so high, according to scientists  Bristol Live
  
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• National Volunteers Week: Avon and Somerset Police say ‘thanks’ to volunteers for more than 85,300 hours of support

  02-06-2020 13:43 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police are saying a huge ‘thank-you!’ to all of their volunteers this week as part of annual Volunteers’ Week (1-7 June) and National Specials Weekend (6-7 June). The events celebrate the fantastic contribution millions of volunteers make every day across the UK. Almost 800 people volunteer with Avon and Somerset Police, including more than 280 special constables...
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• 'Super region' plan linking Cardiff, Bristol and Swindon moves forward

  02-06-2020 13:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The idea is a cross-border initiative between the West of England and Wales that will rival the Northern Powerhouse
  
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• 'Like a rave' – Sleep-deprived doctor says groups partying in park every night

  02-06-2020 13:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "People are using it as a festival field"
  
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• Residents evacuated and road closed after 'deliberate fire started'

  02-06-2020 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police were called to Eastville Park
  
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• Why hayfever sufferers are struggling so much today

  02-06-2020 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  High pollen levels mean it is the time to make sure you have got some antihistamines to hand
  
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• Appeal after burglary at newsagents – Bath

  02-06-2020 12:51 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses and information after a burglary at a newsagent in Terrace Walk, Bath, over the weekend. Thieves forced a rear window of the shop between 7pm on Friday 29 and 7am on Saturday 30 May. They stole scratch cards, cash, and a large amount of cigarettes, tobacco and vaping products, including Heets branded products. We’re especially keen to trace three people seen in the...
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• Person taken to hospital after crash in north Bristol

  02-06-2020 12:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ambulance crews treated three patients at the scene
  
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• Woman claims she found 'dirty wet wipe' in Pepsi can

  02-06-2020 12:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'I looked inside the can and could see something floating in it'
  
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• Update on school where teachers tested positive for coronavirus

  02-06-2020 11:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sheiling Special School closed three weeks ago
  
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• Queen’s Award for Bristol’s The Wheels Project

  02-06-2020 11:16 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Young people volunteering on the Wheels Project’s community vehicle scheme are to be honoured with the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK. Small groups of young people renovate donated vehicles to give to charities of their choice. The young people develop teamwork, mechanical and problem solving skills and learn about the activities of...
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• McDonald's opens more UK restaurants - full list

  02-06-2020 11:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  More restaurants have reopened - but none of them are in Bristol
  
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• Met Office says we're in for 17-hour soaking as heavy rain to hit

  02-06-2020 10:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Make the most of the sunshine while it lasts
  
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• Josie Gibson moves ex into Bristol home after struggling to cope

  02-06-2020 10:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She split from him four months ago
  
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• Appeal after man enters elderly woman’s home – Bath

  02-06-2020 09:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for information after a man gained entry to the home of a pensioner in Twerton, Bath. It happened between 1am and 2am on Thursday 28 May at a property in Newton Road. The woman, in her 70s, saw a man at her window and left the room when he exposed himself to her. He then gained entry through a window and carried out a sex act before taking a purse from her bag and leaving.
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• Updates as McDonalds UK to announce opening of more drive-thrus - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 09:00
  
  Updates as McDonalds UK to announce opening of more drive-thrus  Bristol Live
  
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• Updates as McDonalds to reopen more drive-thrus across UK - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 09:00
  
  Updates as McDonalds to reopen more drive-thrus across UK  Bristol Live
  
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• UK's two-metre social distancing rule won't be scrapped - Bristol Live

  02-06-2020 09:00
  
  UK's two-metre social distancing rule won't be scrapped  Bristol Live
  
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