Bristol news

• Have you seen Paul Marais?

  11-08-2020 22:32 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are asking the public to help us locate Paul Marais who has gone missing this evening (Tuesday 11 August). The 43-year-old from Bradley Stoke is known to frequent Bristol city centre and Clifton. He’s described as white, about 5ft 10ins, of a large build and has short brown hair. He was wearing smart black clothing and is said to have a distinctive walk, keeping his knees straight.
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• Pub owner falls into administration

  11-08-2020 21:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Country Pub Group runs The Battleazes in Wraxall in North Somerset
  
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• Fears 'anti-cyclist' deliberately spilt oil on path to harm people

  11-08-2020 20:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'Its been very deliberately placed to get people as they come off the corner'
  
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• Bizarre Bristol City and Bristol Rovers vandalism at UNESCO World Heritage site

  11-08-2020 20:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Was it the same person?
  
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• When public swimming pools will re-open in Bristol - and all the new rules

  11-08-2020 20:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People will have to book in advance for sessions
  
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• Where more temporary cycle lanes have been installed

  11-08-2020 20:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Orange and white bollards keep the cyclists safe
  
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• Bob Willis Trophy: Ryan Higgins takes 7-42 as Gloucestershire beat Warwickshire

  11-08-2020 20:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ryan Higgins takes 7-42 as Gloucestershire beat Warwickshire by 78 runs with just 4.5 overs remaining in the game.
  
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• Young gang attack leaves man with head injuries

  11-08-2020 19:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police believe it was a 'one-off' incident
  
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• Euromillions results live: Winning lotto numbers for draw on Tuesday, August 11

  11-08-2020 19:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  What are the winning EuroMillions numbers on Tuesday, August 11
  
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• When three hours of thunderstorms are due to hit Bristol

  11-08-2020 19:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Met Office is anticipating further thunderstorms throughout the country today and tomorrow
  
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• Artist Luke Jerram's work goes on display at Bristol University

  11-08-2020 19:04 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Luke Jerram's latest work encourages people to contemplate nature and species loss.
  
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• Ashton Gate to host pitchside dining events

  11-08-2020 18:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The pop-up restaurant at the home of Bristol City FC will be accessed via the players' tunnel
  
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• Officer pleads guilty to indecent images offences

  11-08-2020 18:32 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A police officer has pleaded guilty to eight offences relating to indecent images of children. PC Darren Bond, 46, who was based at Kenneth Steele House, appeared at Gloucester Crown Court yesterday (10 August) where he admitted charges of possessing, making and distributing indecent images of children through online chat platforms. Some of the images were classified as Category A...
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• Backlash over 'unfair' £20 charge to use empty parking bays

  11-08-2020 18:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is the equivalent of more than £7,000 a year
  
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• Clevedon's Curzon cinema to reopen in October

  11-08-2020 18:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Clevedon's Curzon cinema has closed for the longest period in its 108-year history.
  
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• Steamy 'tropical nights' ahead as heatwaves become more common in UK - Bristol Live

  11-08-2020 17:54
  
  Steamy 'tropical nights' ahead as heatwaves become more common in UK  Bristol Live
  
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• How will I get my A-level, GCSE or BTEC exam results this year?

  11-08-2020 17:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Exams in the UK were cancelled this year, but how are students learning their results?
  
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• New lease of life for Clifton pub as it reopens under new owners

  11-08-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dom and Jennifer Biondi have moved to Bristol from Cornwall
  
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• New lease of life for Clifton pub as it reopens under new landlords

  11-08-2020 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dom and Jennifer Biondi have moved to Bristol from Cornwall
  
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• Men jailed after selling thousands of pounds of cocaine to undercover police

  11-08-2020 16:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Mohamed Jalil and Quintain Simmon caught out by undercover sting in Bristol
  
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• CCTV image shared of escaped prisoner - call 999 if you see him

  11-08-2020 16:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Do not approach Shannon Gray if you see him
  
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• Tributes paid to 'kind' husband found dead at Cheddar Gorge

  11-08-2020 16:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The cause of death was recorded as multiple injuries as a result of falling down the gorge
  
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• Avon and Somerset Police Citizens in Policing Awards Winners Revealed

  11-08-2020 15:40 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The outstanding contribution of special constables, and volunteers has been recognised at the annual Avon and Somerset Constabulary Citizens In Policing Awards. The awards recognise the time and effort, as well as the invaluable contributions, given by those who volunteer in policing across Avon and Somerset. Winners were selected across four categories including, Special Constable of the Year...
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• Ferris And Sylvester Add Bristol Date To 2021 UK Tour - Stereoboard

  11-08-2020 15:36
  Ferris And Sylvester Add Bristol Date To 2021 UK Tour  Stereoboard
  
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• Cycle path across the Downs plan takes big step forward

  11-08-2020 15:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  And traffic calming, zebra crossing and turning 'desire lines' into formal paths
  
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• Appeal after woman suffers head injuries in assault – Kingswood

  11-08-2020 15:08 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses and information after a woman suffered head injuries in an assault in Cecil Road, Kingswood. The attack happened at about 11pm on Friday 8 May. The woman, who is in her 40s, was punched to the ground by a man who then walked away. She needed hospital treatment for cuts to the back of her head and her face and also suffered bruising. We’ve taken a number of statements...
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• Next Netflix sci-fi blockbuster to be filmed in Bristol

  11-08-2020 15:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  And made by a Bristol-based production company
  
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• Investigation after assault in Weston-super-Mare

  11-08-2020 14:50 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Witnesses to an incident in Weston-super-Mare at the weekend are being urged to come forward. A man, in his 20s, was assaulted in Boulevard at about 11.45pm on Sunday 9 August by four men, believed to be approximately 18-20 years old. He sustained injuries to his face and back and was taken to Bristol Royal Infirmary for treatment. He has since been discharged. PC Charlie Gates said:
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• Changes to Bristol Airport flights after 'rise in demand'

  11-08-2020 14:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The changes will affect the KLM Bristol to Amsterdam service
  
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• Company lands £240m contract for Severn and Avonmouth bridges

  11-08-2020 14:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 15-year agreement will start at the end of November
  
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• Eat Out To Help Out: The best vegan and vegetarian restaurants

  11-08-2020 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are plenty of fantastic options for plant-based diners
  
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• Bristol Airport starts flights to gorgeous European city

  11-08-2020 13:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Flight tickets are on sale - but you'll have to be quick
  
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• Molly-Mae Hague slams 'rude' easyJet after being told she couldn't fly

  11-08-2020 13:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Love Island star has warned fellow passengers not to get caught out
  
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• CCTV image released in renewed appeal to find Shannon Gray

  11-08-2020 13:15 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re releasing a CCTV image as part of our appeal to find a man who absconded from HMP Leyhill over the weekend. Shannon Gray, 38, was last seen at the open prison near Tortworth in South Gloucestershire at about 6pm on Saturday 8 August. He is described as white, about 5ft 11ins and of slight build. CCTV shows he was wearing navy blue jogging bottoms, a grey T-shirt and grey trainers.
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• Husband and wife charged with fraud over Bristol charity funds

  11-08-2020 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police launched an investigation into the Darren Wright Foundation after concerns were raised by families
  
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• Resident speaks out after police are called to large party

  11-08-2020 12:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police say 'words of advice' were given to the occupants
  
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• All the people convicted of shoplifting at Bristol Magistrates Court in July

  11-08-2020 11:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We list all those who admitted or were found guilty of pilfering an array of goods from stores in and around Bristol
  
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• Megan Wynne: Bristol City Women and Wales winger to have knee surgery

  11-08-2020 11:19 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Wales winger Megan Wynne will have knee surgery after tearing a ligament in her knee while training with Bristol City.
  
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• Prince Harry thought he was being 'thrown under bus for William'

  11-08-2020 11:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Book Finding Freedom details Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's journey
  
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• CCTV appeal following assault in Bridgwater

  11-08-2020 11:13 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re releasing CCTV images of a man we’d like to speak to in connection with an assault in Bridgwater on Sunday 2 August. The victim, a 28-year-old man from Bridgwater, was punched during an altercation with two men outside Eastover Food and Wine shop at around 1.20am. The punch caused him to fall to the floor and hit his head, rendering him temporarily unconscious. The victim suffered head...
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• Woman with 'razor blade' pain in uterus can barely walk or sleep

  11-08-2020 11:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "I'm cutting my pain relief patches in half to make them go further"
  
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• Bristol Rovers football shirt fan close to away goal

  11-08-2020 10:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol Rovers fan Lee Morgan's loft is packed with replica kits collected over 30 years.
  
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• Residents of Welsh beauty spot hit out at 'appalling' tourists

  11-08-2020 09:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But considerate visitors are welcome in Rhossili
  
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• Covid updates as Bristol sees biggest daily case rise in two months

  11-08-2020 08:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We will bring you today's latest Covid-19 updates
  
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• Swimming pool faces threat of permanent closure

  11-08-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The community has stepped up to save it twice before
  
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• Almost 700 animals rescued in Bristol over in lockdown

  11-08-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The RSPCA responds to five cases a day in the city
  
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• The areas of Bristol with the fewest recorded Covid-19 deaths

  11-08-2020 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some Bristol wards are yet to record a single death
  
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• Amateur boxer attacks 63-year-old man over his son's £200 debt

  11-08-2020 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jacob Fairfoot-Milton struck Stephen Coole with one punch
  
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• Met Office warns of 'severe thunderstorms'

  11-08-2020 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  More extreme weather is predicted
  
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• Universities told to keep places open for A-level appeals

  11-08-2020 03:32 via bbc.co.uk
  
  With uncertainty over replacement grades, universities are told to wait for the outcome of appeals.
  
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