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• Love Island's Maya Jama returns to 'boring' villa with 'jaw-dropping' appearance

  03-02-2023 23:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's fair to say her brief appearance went down well with fans of the show
  
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• Bristol Light Festival sees city's buildings illuminated

  03-02-2023 22:52 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol Light Festival has returned to the city, featuring work from well-known light artists.
  
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• German Masters: Robert Milkins hits 147 in quarter-final win over Chris Wakelin

  03-02-2023 22:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Robert Milkins makes a 147 maximum break as he sweeps to a 5-2 win over Chris Wakelin in the German Masters quarter-finals in Berlin.
  
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• Castle Park 'stabbing': Man, 20, charged with murder of Adam Ali Ibrahim

  03-02-2023 22:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ronaldo Griffiths, of Osprey Road, remains in police custody and will appear at Bristol Magistrates' Court tomorrow (Saturday, February 4)
  
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• Avon Gorge search operation a false alarm as man found 'practicing his shouting' near Leigh Woods

  03-02-2023 21:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fire crews, a drone team and a rescue helicopter were deployed this evening (February 3)
  
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• Man charged with murder after Castle Park death

  03-02-2023 21:24 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 20-year-old man has been charged in connection with the death of a man who was stabbed in Castle Park, Bristol. Ronaldo Griffiths, of Osprey Road, Bristol, has been charged with the murder of 36-year-old Adam Ali Ibrahim, who died in hospital after being found injured in Fairfax Street on Tuesday 31 January. A post-mortem examination concluded the preliminary cause of death was a stab wound.
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• LIVE: Rescue helicopter operation in skies above Avon Gorge

  03-02-2023 20:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A number of fire crews are also in attendance at the Avon Gorge this evening (February 3)
  
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• Petition started to save Showcase Avonmeads cinema's retro foyer

  03-02-2023 18:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "This is the last of an old style cinema in Bristol and needs to be kept"
  
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• Some strikes in Wales suspended after government raises pay offer – as it happened

  03-02-2023 18:16
  
  Welsh government offering health staff extra 3% – half one-off, half consolidated – on top of 4.5% increase. This live blog is closedMichelle O’Neill, the Sinn Féin leader in Northern Ireland and first minister designate, has said she is “encouraged” by what she is hearing about the prospects of the UK and the EU reaching a deal on the Northern Ireland protocol.Speaking after a meeting with Micheál Martin, the Irish foreign minister and tánaiste
  
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• M49 ghost junction debacle near Bristol set to end as landowners forced to sell

  03-02-2023 18:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The £50million roundabout was built three years ago and has never been connected
  
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• Plaque marking spot where Colston statue was dumped in Bristol's harbour has moved

  03-02-2023 17:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The Museums Service are currently going through the acquisition process to include the plaque as part of the city’s collection.”
  
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• Photos show work of builder who left homes at risk of collapse

  03-02-2023 17:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Pictures released by Bristol City Council Trading Standards after Simon Robbins handed suspended prison sentence following guilty plea to engaging in misleading commercial practice
  
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• Some strikes in Wales suspended after government raises pay offer – live

  03-02-2023 17:42
  
  Welsh government offering health staff extra 3% – half one-off, half consolidated – on top of 4.5% increaseMichelle O’Neill, the Sinn Féin leader in Northern Ireland and first minister designate, has said she is “encouraged” by what she is hearing about the prospects of the UK and the EU reaching a deal on the Northern Ireland protocol.Speaking after a meeting with Micheál Martin, the Irish foreign minister and tánaiste (Irish deputy PM), in Bel
  
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• Jill Scott's modest home, I'm a Celeb 'rift' and love life as she's set to play in Bristol

  03-02-2023 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  England's Lioness and I'm a Celeb queen is playing at Bristol Rovers' Memorial Stadium later this year
  
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• 'I tried Aldi’s dupe as the price of Lurpak soars again'

  03-02-2023 16:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  With the rise in Lurpak’s prices, could a dupe be your best bet?
  
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• Nursing and ambulance strikes in Wales suspended after government raises pay offer – live

  03-02-2023 16:47
  
  Welsh government offering health staff extra 3% – half one-off, half consolidated – on top of 4.5% increaseMichelle O’Neill, the Sinn Féin leader in Northern Ireland and first minister designate, has said she is “encouraged” by what she is hearing about the prospects of the UK and the EU reaching a deal on the Northern Ireland protocol.Speaking after a meeting with Micheál Martin, the Irish foreign minister and tánaiste (Irish deputy PM), in Bel
  
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• Woman charged with murder of Paul Wagland in Hartcliffe faces trial

  03-02-2023 16:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A post-mortem established Mr Wagland suffered a single stab wound
  
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• Accused was not impaired at time of double killing, says psychiatrist

  03-02-2023 16:37 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A forensic psychiatrist says he does not believe a mental illness drove Andrew Innes to kill Bennylyn and Jellica Burke.
  
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• A Place In The Sun's Laura Hamilton treats fans to steamy hot tub snap

  03-02-2023 16:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Laura delighted fans when she popped up in a sizzling picture whilst enjoying some relaxation time
  
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• No 10 backs cabinet secretary Simon Case despite report implying he may not have passed on Dominic Raab warning to PM – live

  03-02-2023 15:30
  
  PM’s spokeperson insists Rishi Sunak retains full confidence in his most senior civil service adviserMichelle O’Neill, the Sinn Féin leader in Northern Ireland and first minister designate, has said she is “encouraged” by what she is hearing about the prospects of the UK and the EU reaching a deal on the Northern Ireland protocol.Speaking after a meeting with Micheál Martin, the Irish foreign minister and tánaiste (Irish deputy PM), in Belfast, she sa
  
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• Cafe in Easton could be forced to close after ban on outdoor seating

  03-02-2023 14:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  New Government legislation means outdoor seating on roads will have to be removed to make space for cars
  
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• Tributes paid to former Bristol solicitor advocate Tim Rose after sudden death

  03-02-2023 13:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Much-loved Tim, latterly a judge, died of a brain haemorrhage and leaves a wife and four sons
  
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• Council to close St Barnabas Primary School despite parents' protest

  03-02-2023 13:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  No other options to save the school have been deemed feasible
  
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• Arrests made after man injured in Taunton

  03-02-2023 13:29 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Two teenagers are in police custody after a man was stabbed while walking along Colin Road, Taunton, at about 11.40pm on Thursday 2 February. A man in his 30s was taken to hospital with two wounds not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing. Two teenage boys were arrested overnight in connection with the incident. A scene remains in place on Colin Road and you’ll see an increased police...
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• Man punched in the face outside Za Za Bazaar in Bristol

  03-02-2023 13:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The victim was left with a black eye, a large cut, and bruises to his head and face
  
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• Weston-super-Mare: Man charged with murder after woman's body found

  03-02-2023 12:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A 92-year-old woman was found dead at a residential address in Weston-super-Mare on Monday.
  
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• Aldi shoppers rush to buy Elemis Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm dupe

  03-02-2023 12:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You could save almost £40 with this new dupe
  
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• Man ordered to 'stay out' of parts of Southmead for drug offences

  03-02-2023 11:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “Raynor is an individual who has been causing the Southmead community harm through drug dealing for a number of years."
  
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• Bristol by-election: Green Party becomes largest on council

  03-02-2023 11:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Patrick McAllister, 24, was elected the new councillor for Hotwells and Harbourside in Bristol.
  
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• Hairdressing tips: Expert says we're all been washing our hair wrong

  03-02-2023 11:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A TikToker has suggested that people don’t actually wash their hair correctly and she could be right.
  
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• CCTV released following Bridgwater burglary

  03-02-2023 11:30 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for the public’s help to identify this man who officers would like to speak to. The man pictured is white, of medium build, with short, dark hair, wearing a navy blue Hugo Boss jumper. Officers believe he has information which can aid their investigation following a burglary and fraud incident on Friday 19 August last year. The incident happened between 9-10.30pm when a person...
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• Man banned from Southmead area following drug dealing conviction

  03-02-2023 10:31 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 51-year-old man has been ordered stay out of parts of the Southmead area after being jailed for drug offences. Robert Raynor, of no fixed address, appeared at Bristol Crown Court on Thursday 26 January where he was handed a three-year Criminal Behaviour Order. The order prevents Raynor from entering parts of the Southmead area (shown in the map below). If he is seen breaching the order...
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• Safe stolen during burglary in Cheddar

  03-02-2023 09:49 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  An investigation is under way after a safe was stolen from a property in Cheddar. The incident happened at around 8.45pm on Monday 23 January in the area of The Cliffs. We believe at least two offenders wearing facial coverings were involved and they were in a silver car, which was seen in the area with the safe sticking out of the boot. It’s very likely people will have seen this vehicle in the...
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• Love Island fans can’t believe their eyes after seeing Ron Hall’s rich family home

  03-02-2023 09:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans of the reality show say Ron's huge home explains why he's been acting so 'entitled'
  
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• Greens win Bristol by-election race and become largest party on city council

  03-02-2023 08:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The close-fought battle saw the Greens take the seat by just 26 votes
  
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• HMP Eastwood Park: women held in bloodstained cells

  03-02-2023 07:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The prison in South Gloucestershire has been given the lowest grade for safety by inspectors.
  
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• Permanent Gypsy and traveller site set to be built in Bristol

  03-02-2023 07:27 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol City Council said new pitches are needed due to rising demand.
  
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• Thomas Flight: Tenants of rogue landlord speak out

  03-02-2023 07:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Thomas Flight's former tenants talk about their experiences of mouldy flats and withheld deposits.
  
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• ‘More annoyance to come’ as other bridges in Bristol need repairs after Gaol Ferry

  03-02-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Work is being staggered to avoid “piling on” the disruption
  
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• Bristol woman wants council to ‘show kindness’ and make CAZ exemptions permanent for Blue Badge holders

  03-02-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Non exempt drivers are given six days to pay a fine, but Blue Badge holders have to activate exemption on same day of travel
  
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• Bristol judge criticises 'appalling' delay in case of drug dealer aged just 16

  03-02-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Boy found with Ecstacy, MDMA and LSD has become an adult since
  
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• Eastwood Park prison block one of the 'worst ever seen' by inspector

  03-02-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Chief Inspector of Prisons releases damning report on appalling conditions for women behind bars
  
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• Council tells CAZ drivers at Asda Bedminster they won't be fined, then fines them

  03-02-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is unclear how many drivers have been fined after following the council advice, but some are facing multiple penalties
  
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• Bristol prison block one of the 'worst ever seen' by inspector

  03-02-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Chief Inspector of Prisons releases damning report on appalling conditions for women behind bars
  
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