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• Bus stuck under railway bridge was new £350K double decker

  21-07-2020 22:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The driver had just finished his route
  
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• Live: Bus with 'Stay Alert' on the front stuck under bridge

  21-07-2020 21:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The road between Nailsea and Backwell is closed by police
  
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• NHS worker angered Lloyds' overdraft repayment deadline

  21-07-2020 21:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'It feels like they lulled me into a false sense of security'
  
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• It's raining hay in Dundry - farmer's 'unbelievable' video

  21-07-2020 20:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "It's unbelievable, I've never seen anything like that in my life"
  
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• Winning Euromillions numbers for Tuesday, July 21

  21-07-2020 20:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• Land in city centre for retirement flats being sought by developer

  21-07-2020 20:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company said it wants to invest £5m in housing for older people in the city
  
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• Bath rave: Chief Constable defends police officers' action

  21-07-2020 19:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset's chief constable defends the way officers dealt with the huge rave near Bath.
  
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• Two men abandoned crashed car in pub car park

  21-07-2020 18:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They didn't stop at the scene of the crash
  
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• Bristol's Stokes Croft 'pay what you can' cafe tackling food poverty

  21-07-2020 18:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The project will begin as a takeaway service until coronavirus restrictions are lifted.
  
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• Lorraine and Maya Jama are both rumoured to be in Strictly 2020

  21-07-2020 18:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This year will see less celebs take part as the contestants and pros need time to self-isolate before the series begins
  
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• Martin Parr quits as director of Bristol Photo Festival over racism row

  21-07-2020 18:06
  
  Photographer wrote foreword for a book which juxtaposed a black woman and a gorillaThe photographer Martin Parr has stepped down from his position as artistic director of a new high-profile arts festival in Bristol amid a racism row.Parr left his role at the Bristol Photo Festival after being criticised for his association with a book titled London, by the Italian photographer Gian Butturini. Related: UK photography body removes image 'playing to racist stereotypes'Continue reading...
  
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• Stolen puppy returned to owners within 24-hours

  21-07-2020 17:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We have recovered a stolen puppy overnight. Maxi the 16-week-old French bulldog puppy was stolen in a burglary at his owner’s Watchet home between midday and 4pm on Monday 20 July. The family saw him advertised on an online selling site later that night and immediately alerted us. Response officers followed up the lead, recovering Maxi and making an arrest at about 2.30am today, Tuesday 21 July.
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• Avon and Somerset Police officer 'ran car dealership business'

  21-07-2020 17:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A misconduct panel hears he was involved with a business partner who had links to known criminals.
  
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• How Bristol Open Doors is changing this year

  21-07-2020 16:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hidden Bristol will reveal fascinating facts about the city and uncover secrets areas
  
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• Man arrested at Bath rave refused to leave and had cocaine

  21-07-2020 15:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Thousands partied in an illegal rave at the disused Charmy Down airfield in Upper Swainswick
  
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• Bristol Energy was 'wrong market', says city mayor

  21-07-2020 15:53 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Marvin Rees says Bristol City Council should not have set up Bristol Energy.
  
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• Pedestrian who died in M5 crash believed to be Gloucester man

  21-07-2020 15:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset police are investigating the crash between Junctions 19 (Gordano) and 20 (Weston-super-Mare) of the M5
  
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• Investigation continues after M5 fatality near Clevedon

  21-07-2020 15:25 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We continue to appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal collision on the M5 on Monday 20 July. Officers were called at about 4.30am to a report of a pedestrian in the southbound carriageway. They found an injured man just south of junction 20 (Clevedon). He had been struck by a vehicle and was sadly pronounced dead at the scene. The southbound carriageway was closed between...
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• Teen left with head injuries after attack by robber with knife

  21-07-2020 15:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The teen was headbutted as his attacker tried to steal his bike and neck chain
  
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• Channel 4 in Bristol commissions the next Bake Off-style programme - with wood

  21-07-2020 15:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It'll even have Bake Off Mel presenting
  
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• Moment thief steals Amazon UK packages from porch - Bristol Live

  21-07-2020 15:09
  
  Moment thief steals Amazon UK packages from porch  Bristol Live
  
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• Moment thief steals Amazon packages from Bristol porch

  21-07-2020 15:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police are investigating the theft
  
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• 'Hidden gem' shop on Christmas Steps closes

  21-07-2020 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Its owners have moved the business online
  
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• Water 'poured' on top of Plymouth nursery staff at restaurant

  21-07-2020 14:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We are disgusted in what's happened and don't feel we are welcome there"
  
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• Judge rules Bristol man must be allowed to continue hunger strike

  21-07-2020 14:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But 'every effort should be made to persuade, cajole and encourage' him to accept help
  
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• Witnesses sought after collision in Tickenham

  21-07-2020 14:40 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re seeking witnesses to a road-traffic collision that happened in North Somerset last week. A grey Ford Focus and a white Audi A3 were involved in the collision at about 7.30pm on Friday 17 July, in Clevedon Road, Tickenham. The driver of the Ford failed to stop at the scene. The car was found abandoned nearby at The Star Inn. We’re asking anyone who saw the collision or has dashcam footage to...
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• M5 closure delays rubbish collection in some areas

  21-07-2020 14:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Collections were disrupted due to gridlock but crews are trying to deal with the backlog today
  
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• Fears of rise in hostility if firefighters link with police

  21-07-2020 14:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “We’re struggling to find benefits that would balance this out"
  
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• Jen Reid statue removal 'to be paid for by artist'

  21-07-2020 13:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The statue of a Black Lives Matter activist was removed from a plinth in Bristol by the council.
  
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• Drake sends Maya Jama fans wild as he calls her 'sweet one'

  21-07-2020 13:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The rapper has joined up with Headie One to release a track called Only You Freestyle
  
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• Date revealed for return of Channel 4's Gogglebox

  21-07-2020 13:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The show will return for its sixteenth series later this year
  
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• 'Explosions lit up sky with fireballs' at M5 services

  21-07-2020 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Two large explosions occurred, at the same level of extremely loud fireworks"
  
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• Bristol company named UK's best digital business at Small Awards 2020 - Business Live

  21-07-2020 12:56
  
  Bristol company named UK's best digital business at Small Awards 2020  Business Live
  
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• Officer accused of having links to man with known associates in organised crime

  21-07-2020 12:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The three-day hearing is being held remotely in private
  
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• When 900,000 public sector workers will receive pay rise

  21-07-2020 12:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Key workers across Bristol, including police officers, doctors and teachers, will receive extra money in their wage packets this year
  
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• Witness appeal following Marston Magna burglary

  21-07-2020 12:15 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re seeking the public’s help in connection with a burglary near Yeovil. At about 4.30am on Saturday 18 July, offenders gained access to a property on Camel Street, Marston Magna, and stole a Polaris quad bike, pictured, along with a chainsaw, horse tack and bike helmet. If you saw or heard anything, or have any information that could help with our investigation, please call 101 quoting...
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• Viewers cringe as Vivienne Westwood lays into Victoria Derbyshire

  21-07-2020 11:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She appeared on the BBC and also criticised GMB's Kate Garraway and Ben Shephard
  
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• Missing woman found safe

  21-07-2020 11:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re pleased to report that Miranda Ogborne, 44, has been located following a public appeal. She was reported missing this morning (Tuesday) in the Brislington area but has since been found safe. We’d like to thank everyone who shared our appeal and provided information to help us with our enquiries.
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• Appeal for witnesses after cyclist injured in collision in Minehead

  21-07-2020 11:05 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses to a collision between a vehicle and a cyclist in Somerset last week. The incident, which involved a pushbike and a black Land Rover Freelander, happened on the A39 Hopcott Road at the junction with Cher, Minehead, at around 1.20pm on Wednesday 15 July. The cyclist, a woman in her early 30s, was treated in hospital for leg injuries. Investigating officer PC Adam...
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• Max Ehmer: Bristol Rovers sign defender from Gillingham

  21-07-2020 10:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol Rovers sign Max Ehmer on a two-year deal after the defender's contract at fellow League One side Gillingham expired.
  
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• Call 999 if you see this missing woman from Bristol

  21-07-2020 10:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Miranda Ogborne was last seen in Brislington
  
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• Thatchers looking for three keyworkers to be part of Balloon Fiesta flypast

  21-07-2020 10:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nominations for keyworkers who went 'above and beyond' during coronavirus lockdown
  
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• Traffic updates as fire at M5 services causes 'extensive damage'

  21-07-2020 09:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Highways England has shared an image of the LGV which caught fire
  
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• What £3.9m expansion of Bottle Yard Studios would look like

  21-07-2020 09:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The existing building at 601 Whitchurch Lane has reached the end of its economic life and will be transformed into 14 light industrial units
  
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• Bristol Covid cases rise as potential local lockdown rules revealed

  21-07-2020 09:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We will have all the latest Covid-19 updates here, after new figures suggested cases are up in Bristol and surrounding areas
  
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• TUI relaunching flights from Bristol Airport 25th July - UK Aviation News

  21-07-2020 09:00
  TUI relaunching flights from Bristol Airport 25th July  UK Aviation News
  
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• Active Covid cases rising sharply in some areas around Bristol

  21-07-2020 08:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The COVID Symptom Study, from King's College London, has reported significant increases in Covid-19 cases in two areas near Bristol
  
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• Missing person appeal to find Miranda Ogborne

  21-07-2020 08:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Can you help us find Miranda Ogborne who has gone missing overnight? The 44-year-old was last seen in the Brislington area of Bristol at about midnight. She is described as white, about 5ft 2ins, with brown cropped hair. She was wearing a mint-coloured vest and blue pyjama bottoms when last seen. If you see her, call 999 and give reference number 5220161663. If you think you know where she may be...
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• Another warm and sunny day for Bristol and most of UK

  21-07-2020 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  In Bristol it will be pretty much nothing but wall-to-wall sunshine
  
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• How a 10-year-old created a lockdown print hit for punk fans

  21-07-2020 01:02 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Arlo Lippiatt's lockdown magazine project has been a hit with musicians and fans around the world.
  
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