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• Cyclist hurt in crash - police close road

  21-08-2020 23:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident happened in Ashley Down, close to Gloucestershire's County Cricket Ground
  
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• Premiership: Gloucester 24-33 Bristol Bears

  21-08-2020 22:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Semi Radradra inspires Bristol Bears to a 33-24 win in the West Country derby at Gloucester.
  
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• Five men jailed over gang attack on single man

  21-08-2020 22:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two brothers included in group which admitted affray after violent incident
  
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• Council 'determined' to make a success of plans to house homeless in offices

  21-08-2020 22:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Almost 150 people and families in temporary accommodation will also be housed there
  
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• 'Old Shoe Factory' plan approved as building is set to be used for housing

  21-08-2020 22:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The vacant property is tucked behind shops and homes near the top of Whiteladies Road
  
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• Mayor reassures Bristol coronavirus cases 'still low' but says 'be careful'

  21-08-2020 22:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There has been a 'noticeable increase'
  
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• Health Secretary defends Weston MP's wife's appointment

  21-08-2020 22:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Critics have accused the Government of "cronyism"
  
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• Man quizzed over offences under terror laws

  21-08-2020 21:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police arrest a 33-year-old man and are searching a property in Somerset.
  
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• Man arrested under Terrorism Act by police near Bristol

  21-08-2020 21:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Counter Terrorism police are at the scene
  
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• Gandhi's glasses left in letterbox sell for £260k

  21-08-2020 20:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The spectacles, estimated to fetch £15,000, were bought by a collector from America.
  
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• Bomb disposal unit seen by witnesses near High Street address

  21-08-2020 20:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police have been contacted for further details on this ongoing incident
  
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• Police appeal after man suffers head injuries in 'serious assault'

  21-08-2020 20:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Call police if you know who these men are
  
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• Man arrested by counter-terrorism police

  21-08-2020 20:16 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  The following is issued on behalf of Counter Terrorism Policing South East* A man, aged 33 from North East Somerset has been arrested as part of an investigation by officers from Counter Terrorism Policing South East and South West. He was arrested yesterday (20/8) on suspicion of S4 (1) Explosive Substances Act 1883 – Making or possessing an explosive substance in suspicious circumstances.
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• Angus Buchanan obituary

  21-08-2020 19:55
  
  Industrial archaeologist who connnected local and national initiatives and was an authority on Isambard Kingdom BrunelEngineers shape economies, landscapes and how people work and live in them. Yet in the past their achievements were little celebrated. Angus Buchanan, who has died aged 90, did much to increase awareness of their endeavours and breakthroughs.The appearance of his book Industrial Archaeology in Britain as a Pelican Original in 1972 marked a significant step forward for an emerging
  
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• Euromillions results live: Winning numbers for Friday, August 21

  21-08-2020 19:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Huge £99 million jackpot on offer this evening
  
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• The Guardian view on play streets: where asphalt meets grassroots | Editorial

  21-08-2020 19:25
  
  Opening up more roads for safe games and socialising has been one good thing to come out of the pandemic Play is a serious business. It is essential for children’s learning, mental wellbeing and life skills such as teamwork. But outside of organised sport and early years education, where play is central, policymakers rarely address what is mainly seen as a private matter. This year, the closure of nurseries, schools and playgrounds during the pandemic has reminded us all that withdrawing o
  
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• Bristol's Lord Lieutenant Peaches Golding takes up Royal Navy role

  21-08-2020 19:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Royal Navy has said as honorary captain Peaches Golding can help them reach more people.
  
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• Prisoner released by mistake from HMP Bristol

  21-08-2020 19:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jason Weyman had been due to be sentenced at Bristol Crown Court
  
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• More new cases recorded Bristol over the last 24 hours

  21-08-2020 19:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Three of Bristol's neighbouring districts also recorded rises
  
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• Coronavirus: What are the new lockdown rules for Oldham, Pendle and Blackburn?

  21-08-2020 18:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tighter restrictions are being imposed in Oldham, Pendle and Blackburn. But how does a local lockdown work?
  
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• Three care home workers test positive for coronavirus

  21-08-2020 18:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A testing programme involving all workers and residents is now taking place
  
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• 'Disgusting' cyclist spits at paramedic

  21-08-2020 18:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The video shows the suspect passing by on a bicycle
  
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• Witness appeal following serious collision in Somerset

  21-08-2020 16:56 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Police are appealing for witnesses to a serious collision between a car and a heavy goods vehicle which happened at around 6pm on Tuesday 18 August, on the A358 Seven Ash and East Combe travelling in the direction of Taunton. The driver of the car, a 20-year-old man, was airlifted to hospital with what are thought to be life-changing injuries. The driver of the HGV was unharmed.
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• Poor visibility at crash spot was an 'accident waiting to happen'

  21-08-2020 16:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Parking near the junction has obstructed visibility in the past
  
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• Bristol Airport: Hike in parking charges will lead to 'more misery'

  21-08-2020 16:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Campaigners say people will park in narrow lanes and verges surrounding the airport to avoid paying a parking fee
  
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• Disruption possible as abnormal slow moving load travels through Somerset

  21-08-2020 15:22 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Police are alerting motorists to potential disruption on Tuesday 25 August when a slow moving abnormal load travels through Somerset. On Tuesday morning, 25 August, officers will be escorting the load from Agusta Yeovil to Boscombe Down, Wiltshire, travelling on the A3088, A30, A37, B3151, A303, A345, A3028 and some unclassified roads around Amesbury. The load will be leaving Yeovil at about 10am...
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• Appeal to identify three people – Bristol

  21-08-2020 15:12 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re issuing images of three men that officers investigating a serious assault in Bristol would like to speak to. The incident happened on Dean Lane, Southville, at about 8.30pm on Thursday 13 August. The victim, a 50 year man, suffered head injuries and needed hospital treatment. If you know who they are, or can help with this investigation in any way, please call 101 and give the call handler...
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• Snakes saved after being sucked into industrial vacuum

  21-08-2020 15:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The snakes - thought to have been sucked up at around 100mph - were "uninjured but not happy".
  
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• Coastguards patrol seafront as storms batter North Somerset coast

  21-08-2020 14:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Strong winds coupled with high Spring tides means there is a risk of the sea wall being breached
  
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• Why Ashton Gate postponed final two drive-in movie events

  21-08-2020 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They've been rescheduled for next month
  
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• Crowdfunder to 'save' south Bristol pub falls short of target

  21-08-2020 13:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A planning application to turn the pub into flats is being considered
  
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• Witness appeal after Taunton home is flooded in burglary

  21-08-2020 13:06 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses and information following a burglary at an address in Taunton last weekend. The occupant and their young child were asleep inside the property on Inner Circle, Taunton when offender(s) gained entry between midnight and 8.15am on Sunday 16 August. Items of food were taken and substantial flood damage was caused to the ground floor of the property after a kitchen tap...
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• Confusion as bike symbols 'blacked out' on cycle path

  21-08-2020 12:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The council has confirmed that it was responsible
  
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• Traffic updates - Merchants Road roadworks cause travel disruption in Clifton

  21-08-2020 12:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are diversions in place but there is heavy traffic in the area
  
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• Bristol archaeologists help solve mystery of America's 'Lost Colony'

  21-08-2020 12:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  What happened on Roanoke Island?
  
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• Witness appeal after man’s wallet taken in Taunton

  21-08-2020 12:11 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Witnesses to an incident in Taunton earlier this month in which a man’s wallet was stolen are being asked to come forward. The victim – a man in his 50s – was walking along Station Road just after midnight on Sunday 2 August when he was approached by three men. Two of them grabbed the victim’s arms and took his black leather wallet. It contained a quantity of cash, bank cards and identification.
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• People concerned about their housing told: "Seek help early"

  21-08-2020 11:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Warning growing numbers of renters are “at risk of becoming homeless imminently"
  
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• Former Gardiner Haskins site to become temporary art gallery

  21-08-2020 11:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Centre of Gravity will showcase the work of more than 60 artists
  
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• Work begins to repair St Pauls Adventure Playground after arson attack

  21-08-2020 11:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “Shame on the person/people who committed this crime.”
  
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• Bristol University ranked 8th in the UK by the Academic Ranking of World Universities - Epigram

  21-08-2020 10:50
  
  Bristol University ranked 8th in the UK by the Academic Ranking of World Universities  Epigram
  
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• Man arrested and charged on one count of stalking

  21-08-2020 10:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It follows on from an appeal police put out to the public
  
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• Public inquiry calls after attempt to prevent special school being built fails

  21-08-2020 10:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The application could have scuppered the council’s plans to build a second site for Baytree Special School
  
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• Bright pink chewing gum bins criticised in Bath

  21-08-2020 09:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Gumdrop recycling points are designed to stop people dropping gum on the streets.
  
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• Man charged after wanted appeal

  21-08-2020 09:30 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Jacob Manfield has been arrested following a public appeal for information. The 26-year-old from Kingswood was arrested by officers yesterday (Thursday 20 August). He has since been charged with one count of stalking. Manfield has been remanded and is due to appear at Bristol Magistrates Court today (Friday 21 August). We’d like to thank everyone who shared our appeal and contacted us with...
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• Man stamped on head of party guest he was kicking out of flat

  21-08-2020 09:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Keian Francis-Smith admitted punching William O'Connor but denied kicking him to the head
  
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• Man punched party guest he was kicking out of flat

  21-08-2020 09:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Keian Francis-Smith admitted punching William O'Connor but denied kicking him to the head
  
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• Bristol company's touchless tech to be used in US museums

  21-08-2020 09:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Museums, aquariums and exhibitions are looking for new ways to safely bring back visitors"
  
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• Bristol surf therapy helping young people's mental health

  21-08-2020 09:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The courses can help people with mental health problems increase their confidence.
  
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• Birmingham added to UK coronavirus watchlist as new restrictions announced - Bristol Live

  21-08-2020 09:00
  
  Birmingham added to UK coronavirus watchlist as new restrictions announced  Bristol Live
  
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• Weather and traffic updates: Yellow warning for strong wind

  21-08-2020 08:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The M48 is completely closed as weather warning is in place for much of Bristol and the UK
  
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