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• Coastguard detains cruise ship in Bristol

  19-06-2020 22:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Maritime and Coastguard Agency was investigating "serious concerns" about crew welfare
  
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• Thousands raised to repair enslaved man's Bristol grave

  19-06-2020 22:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  It was smashed in what is thought to be "retaliation" for the toppling of the Edward Colston statue.
  
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• Lottery results: Euromillions winning numbers for Friday, June 19

  19-06-2020 20:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Could tonight bring you some life-changing luck?
  
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• Bristol confirms new case of coronavirus as other areas record none

  19-06-2020 20:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There has been a gradual increase in cases all week
  
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• MetroWest project will be extended to Gloucester

  19-06-2020 20:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It will mean more frequent trains from Bristol to Gloucester and Yate
  
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• Wael Al-Qadi: Bristol Rovers president takes full control of club

  19-06-2020 20:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol Rovers president Wael Al-Qadi takes full control of the club, leaving it "substantively debt free".
  
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• RUH discharged patients into care homes despite positive Covid test

  19-06-2020 19:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Of the 45 people who were tested, eight were positive, one was suspected to be infected and one had symptoms of the illness
  
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• Girl devastated after Peppa Pig trail she made vandalised

  19-06-2020 19:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "I couldn't understand why anyone would want to do something like that"
  
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• Astoria ship detained over crew welfare concerns

  19-06-2020 18:31 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A full inspection of the ship will be carried out, the Maritime and Coastguard Agency says.
  
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• Vandalised headstone of enslaved African removed from churchyard

  19-06-2020 18:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol City Council said the gravestone will be repaired 'as soon as possible'
  
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• 101 former pupils of Colston's School demand name change

  19-06-2020 18:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  And criticise school for celebrating slaver's life and lack of black teachers
  
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• Number of Bristolians claiming unemployment benefits under lockdown

  19-06-2020 17:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Claimants of Jobseeker’s Allowance and Universal Credit have soared
  
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• Burglar called fire service on himself after getting trapped in house

  19-06-2020 17:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Frederick Moulton was handed an 18-month community order
  
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• Bristol museum in 'perilous' position

  19-06-2020 17:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The museum is home to the last Concorde to take flight
  
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• Rate at which coronavirus infection is spreading 'shrinking across the UK' - Bristol Live

  19-06-2020 17:28
  
  Rate at which coronavirus infection is spreading 'shrinking across the UK'  Bristol Live
  
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• Park to host family-friendly Black Lives Matter solidarity gathering

  19-06-2020 17:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Organisers are asking people to attend to show their support
  
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• Patrols increased after girl approached in Taunton

  19-06-2020 17:01 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses and information after an 11-year-old girl reported being approached by a man in Taunton. It happened at about 8.20am on Wednesday 17 June in Manor Orchard as she walked to school. The girl told officers that a man made contact with her left arm before she ran away. She suffered no physical injuries. Police patrols have been stepped up in the area as a precaution.
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• Police release name of man charged after Cenotaph protest

  19-06-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A fourth man has also been arrested since the protest on June 14
  
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• Main route into Bristol now clear after crash - updates

  19-06-2020 16:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There was "very slow traffic" on Newfoundland Street
  
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• Main route into Bristol blocked due to crash - updates

  19-06-2020 16:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is "very slow traffic" on Newfoundland Street
  
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• Bristol slave trader statue: Mayor receives racist letters

  19-06-2020 16:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol mayor Marvin Rees says he has been sent anonymous notes telling him to leave the country.
  
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• North Bristol NHS Trust allowing visitors - everything you need to know

  19-06-2020 16:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Each patient is now allowed one visitor per day
  
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• Coronavirus: Bristol refugee dance event goes digital

  19-06-2020 15:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol illustrator Niki Groom recreated moments with sketches to maintain the women's anonymity.
  
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• Martin Lewis warning to drivers over £1,000 fine

  19-06-2020 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The DVLA has extended the expiry of licences due to the coronavirus pandemic - but failure to update them at all could lead to a fine
  
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• Long-running Greek restaurant closes permanently

  19-06-2020 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Its owners, who launched the business in 1987, have shut up shop to enjoy their retirement
  
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• Full list of acts playing Bristol's drive-in concert series

  19-06-2020 14:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dizzee Rascal, The Streets, Tony Hadley, Bjorn Again and more will play at the pop-up Filton Airfield venue
  
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• Investigation launched into coronavirus outbreak at Weston Hospital

  19-06-2020 14:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The hospital will be working with Public Health England and North Somerset Council to look at the root cause of the Covid 19 outbreak
  
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• Mum defends herself after ‘party house' accusations

  19-06-2020 14:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alexis Learmond has described the complaints as 'pretty insane'
  
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• This man is wanted by police after shooting - do not approach him

  19-06-2020 14:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anyone who sees Blake Hoskins has been asked to call 999 immediately
  
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• This is when John Lewis will reopen at Cribbs Causeway

  19-06-2020 14:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There will be a number of social distancing measures in place
  
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• Motorists are ignoring warning lights at busy Bristol fire station

  19-06-2020 14:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Crews are urging motorists to stop if they see warning lights flashing at Bedminster Fire Station
  
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• Former City player jailed for kicking man as he lay unconscious

  19-06-2020 14:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The victim had to have seven metal plates and screws in his head
  
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• Airline to restart flights from Bristol Airport in July

  19-06-2020 13:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The airline has introduced a number of rules on its flights and at the airport
  
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• Full schedule of BBC's Glastonbury coverage

  19-06-2020 13:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Glastonbury Experience will include classic sets from Adele, Coldplay, Beyoncé, David Bowie and many more
  
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• Wanted appeal in connection with Southmead shooting

  19-06-2020 13:05 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We want to trace Blake Hoskins, pictured, who is wanted in connection with a shooting in Ringwood Crescent, Southmead at 12.50am on Thursday 18 June. He is described as aged 20, about 5ft 7ins tall and slim, with short brown hair and a moustache. If you see Blake, do not approach him but call 999 immediately, quoting reference 5220132849. If you have any other information about his whereabouts...
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• Where you're most likely to catch coronavirus in supermarkets

  19-06-2020 12:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  TV presenters Sara Cox and Ade Adepitan were given exclusive access to supermarkets for a programme aired this week
  
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• Gym chain closing Bristol branch for good

  19-06-2020 11:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company said it was no longer "commercially sustainable" after being forced to shut because of the pandemic
  
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• Major coronavirus outbreak at meat factory that supplies M&S

  19-06-2020 11:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The chicken factory has been hit with a coronavirus outbreak
  
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• Coronavirus rules to change in Wales - this is what it means for visiting

  19-06-2020 11:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wales tells people in England 'stay out until July 6'
  
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• UK pub chain says it will reopen on July 4 - Bristol Live

  19-06-2020 10:53
  
  UK pub chain says it will reopen on July 4  Bristol Live
  
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• Armed police arrest five people after report of a gun

  19-06-2020 10:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident took place in St George
  
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• Coronavirus: Should I go to university this year?

  19-06-2020 10:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Will students have online or face-to-face learning this autumn, and will they still have to pay full fees?
  
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• Coronavirus: 'Your new bike won't be in stock until 2021' - the cycle search frenzy

  19-06-2020 09:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Cyclists tell of late-night scrambles to buy bikes as firms struggle to meet a surge in demand during lockdown.
  
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• Coronavirus: Will you really have to wait until 2021 for a new bike?

  19-06-2020 09:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Cyclists tell of late-night scrambles to buy bikes as firms struggle to meet a surge in demand during lockdown.
  
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• Huge drive-in music gig announced for Bristol this summer

  19-06-2020 09:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It will be staged at Bristol Airfield
  
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• Huge drive-in music festival announced for Bristol this summer

  19-06-2020 09:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It will be staged at Bristol Airfield
  
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• Clevedon Pier to re-open next week

  19-06-2020 09:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The pier is due to open on a reduced basis with a number of measures in place to keep visitors safe
  
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• Live coronavirus updates: Latest death toll and zoo reopening

  19-06-2020 08:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• Only half of bus passengers are complying with new law to wear face masks

  19-06-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “People are simply refusing to put the masks on"
  
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• Man 'lost his temper' and assaulted someone, court hears

  19-06-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  George Hull admits guilt after being provoked, court told
  
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