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• HMP Bristol 'much improved' but suicide levels still a concern

  23-10-2020 22:36 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Inspectors say HMP Bristol has made progress, but suicide and self-harm must be reduced.
  
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• Bristol club closed down after 80 people found at party after 10pm

  23-10-2020 22:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "This is a prime example of a thoughtless and harmful breach of the restrictions"
  
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• Call 999 immediately if you spot this wanted man

  23-10-2020 22:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jade Langlais has a distinctive mole above his left eye
  
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• Six schools and nurseries in Bristol closed due to coronavirus cases

  23-10-2020 20:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A total of 74 schools and nurseries in Bristol have been hit with Covid in less than two months
  
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• Another surge in Covid cases as Bristol records biggest daily rises

  23-10-2020 20:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Almost 500 cases were confirmed across the Bristol region in a single day
  
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• Woman sentenced after youngster found drunk

  23-10-2020 20:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Annmarie Austin pleaded guilty to a child cruelty charge after a child was found to be more than three times over the alcohol limit for driving
  
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• Chilling moment doctor called 999 and said: "I've been stabbed"

  23-10-2020 19:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jury hears phone evidence in the trial of Chanz Maximen, who denies attempted murder
  
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• Bristol Lord Mayor's chains still missing eight months on

  23-10-2020 19:54 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The ceremonial jewellery was stolen by thieves using a van to drag two safes from a council building.
  
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• EuroMillions results LIVE: Winning lotto numbers for Friday's £70million jackpot

  23-10-2020 19:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• First Bristol business issued with a direction to cease services and fined £1,000 after failing to comply with COVID-19 measures

  23-10-2020 19:25 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  An event venue in Bristol has today (Friday 23 October) been issued with a direction from Bristol City Council, which prohibits the business from hosting ‘club style’ events, after it was found to be breaching coronavirus (COVID-19) rules. The Jack of Diamonds on West Street in Old Market is the first business in the city to receive a direction from the council. After multiple inspections were...
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• How do coronavirus restrictions differ across the UK and Ireland? - Bristol Live

  23-10-2020 18:17
  
  How do coronavirus restrictions differ across the UK and Ireland?  Bristol Live
  
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• Coronavirus: Can I go out for a meal with my sister? And other questions

  23-10-2020 18:13 via bbc.co.uk
  
  We answer some of your questions about the rapidly changing rules and restrictions in the UK.
  
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• The biggest knife and gun crime in Bristol this year

  23-10-2020 18:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Cases have included a gang who smuggled three-semi-automatic handguns in the post from the USA
  
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• The biggest knife and gun crime cases in Bristol this year

  23-10-2020 18:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Cases have included a gang who smuggled three-semi-automatic handguns in the post from the USA
  
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• Coronavirus cases at Bristol University have soared by 870 per cent in 16 days

  23-10-2020 16:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Since the university first start revealing their positive cases, figures have soared
  
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• The man serving some of the best Caribbean food in Bristol

  23-10-2020 16:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Over the years he has completely turned his life around
  
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• Birnbeck Pier owners plan repairs despite council plan to buy landmark

  23-10-2020 16:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Specialist surveys have been carried out on the landmark in recent weeks
  
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• Coronavirus R rate is once again highest in South West - latest figures

  23-10-2020 16:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The South West's coronavirus growth is almost double the national average
  
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• Pubs, cafes and restaurants helping families this half-term 

  23-10-2020 16:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Here are a list businesses across our region helping out
  
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• Woman devastated after cat poisoned with antifreeze

  23-10-2020 15:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “He had foam coming out of his mouth and nose"
  
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• UK's biggest indoor ice rink will not return to Weston this year

  23-10-2020 15:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Last year Icescape at The Tropicana welcomed 100,000 skaters
  
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• Bristol bar suffers 'frustrating' night of no shows

  23-10-2020 14:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'This can have a serious impact on businesses and ultimately livelihoods'
  
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• Bristol's new toy superstore confirms opening date

  23-10-2020 14:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The opening comes a day before a Lidl launches next door in a former Homebase site
  
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• Have you seen Jade Langlais?

  23-10-2020 14:22 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We need to trace Jade Langlais, who is wanted on recall to prison. The 41-year-old from Bristol (pictured) is black, about 6ft 3 inches tall and of medium build with black hair and brown eyes and a distinctive mole above his left eye.
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• Student criticises 'disgraceful' social distancing in fire alarm call

  23-10-2020 14:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The lack of social distancing between all year groups, specifically students and teachers was disgraceful. "
  
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• Italian restaurant closes after employee's positive Covid-19 test

  23-10-2020 14:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It will be closed for two weeks
  
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• Witness appeal after serious sexual assault in Bristol

  23-10-2020 13:32 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re asking witnesses to come forward after a serious sexual assault in Bristol. The woman was in the Brandon Hill area when it happened on Sunday 11 October between 7.15am and 8.40am. The victim has been given access to support services following what happened. Enquiries, including reviewing CCTV and house-to-house enquiries, have been undertaken since the matter was reported to us.
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• Pub speaks out on being 'slated' for opening after Covid cases

  23-10-2020 13:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bridge Inn has revealed the timeline of events which led to its closure
  
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• Stolen farming equipment siezed by officers in Somerset following revamped rural affairs strategy

  23-10-2020 12:43 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Officers from Avon and Somerset’s Rural Affairs Unit, Operation Remedy, and Operational Support Team have seized a large quantity of stolen property following the successful execution of a warrant in Somerset last week. Twenty-six items of plant machinery, farm and highways equipment were recovered at a farm site near Sparkford, Somerset on Friday 16 October, many of which have been identified as...
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• Stolen farming equipment seized by officers in Somerset following revamped rural affairs strategy

  23-10-2020 12:43 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Officers from Avon and Somerset’s Rural Affairs Unit, Operation Remedy, and Operational Support Team have seized a large quantity of stolen property following the successful execution of a warrant in Somerset last week. Twenty-six items of plant machinery, farm and highways equipment were recovered at a farm site near Sparkford, Somerset on Friday 16 October, many of which have been identified as...
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• Halloween attack: Bristol doctor stabbed nine times in 'terrifying' ordeal

  23-10-2020 12:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The ordeal of Dr Adam Towler was "the stuff of which horror movies are made," a court is told.
  
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• Two cafés in Bristol city centre close permanently

  23-10-2020 12:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bad news for coffee lovers
  
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• Gap may close all of its UK stores and its warehouse - Bristol Live

  23-10-2020 11:57
  
  Gap may close all of its UK stores and its warehouse  Bristol Live
  
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• Man locked inside petrol station he was trying to rob

  23-10-2020 11:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Said Ali found himself incarcerated when he tried to rob a petrol station shop for the second time
  
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• DAS UK moves to Bristol's Trinity Quay | Business Leader News - Business Leader

  23-10-2020 11:50
  
  DAS UK moves to Bristol's Trinity Quay | Business Leader News  Business Leader
  
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• The route gang took after stealing safe with £45k of gold

  23-10-2020 11:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  CCTV caught the dramatic moment a van was used to yank a safe through a perspex panel
  
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• Bristol students to strike over alleged mistreatment inside UOB halls

  23-10-2020 11:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Strikers say they have been subjected to "arbitrary security intimidation" and have no mental health support from the university
  
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• Hate crime: what is it? How do I report it?

  23-10-2020 11:11 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  What is a hate crime? A hate crime is any criminal offence which is perceived by the victim to be motivated by hostility or prejudice based on a person’s actual or perceived: race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, transgender identity or gender. Hate crime takes many shapes and forms and is not limited to physical violence. If someone harasses you, and / or shouts abusive language at you...
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• Update on investigation into theft of Lord Mayor’s chains in Bristol

  23-10-2020 10:34 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Detectives investigating the theft of civic ceremonial jewellery in Bristol are renewing their appeal to members of the public to help find them. Tomorrow (24/10) will mark eight months since offenders broke into a unit in Smeaton Road, Hotwells and stole two safes which contained the Lord Mayor’s Chains. CCTV captured the moment in the early hours of Monday 24 February when a group of men used a...
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• Appeal to identify witnesses after assault in Yeovil

  23-10-2020 09:49 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re trying to track down two men who we hope can help us with our investigation into an incident in Yeovil last week. Three people were reported to have entered The Devils Den of Tattoos shop in Middle Street at about 4.35-4.45pm on Friday 16 October. A man was subsequently assaulted and some jewellery and mobile phones were taken. CCTV enquiries were carried out and the footage showed two...
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• Wales firebreak updates as pubs, restaurants and some shops shut

  23-10-2020 09:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new rules will have an impact on people who travel to Wales from England
  
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• World renowned photography exhibition returning to Bristol

  23-10-2020 09:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The exhibition showcases the world's most extraordinary habitats, remarkable species and far-flung landscapes
  
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• Tropicana to host first live event since lockdown

  23-10-2020 09:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This will be the first live performance at the seafront attraction since the lockdown in March
  
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• More than 20 UWE students fined for illegal parties

  23-10-2020 08:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is now an "extra police presence" on the university's campuses
  
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• Man told police hunting knife was 'prop' in music video

  23-10-2020 08:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Corey McClean said the hunting blade was not for any improper purpose
  
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• Risk of bird flu hitting UK upgraded after cases in Netherlands - Bristol Live

  23-10-2020 07:46
  
  Risk of bird flu hitting UK upgraded after cases in Netherlands  Bristol Live
  
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• Bristolians waiting for a week to get their covid test results

  23-10-2020 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One woman says she never got the results back at all
  
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• Appeal to find missing 18-year-old Carys Viant

  23-10-2020 03:57 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Have you seen Carys Viant, pictured? The 18-year-old left Yeovil District Hospital at approximately 10.36pm yesterday (Thursday 22 October), where she had been due to receive urgent treatment. She has none of her belongings and police are concerned for her welfare. She was last seen heading in the direction of the Kingston/Yeovil College roundabout. Carys is described as white...
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• Sculptures that will feature in Wallace & Gromit trail

  23-10-2020 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Gromit Unleashed: The Grand Adventure launches at The Mall this weekend
  
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• How to watch Borat 2 in the UK for free - Bristol Live

  23-10-2020 00:00
  
  How to watch Borat 2 in the UK for free  Bristol Live
  
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