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• Love Island fans gobsmacked after Tanya goes on secret visit to Shaq after recoupling

  20-02-2023 23:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans went into meltdown after Tanya snuck off to Shaq after recoupling with Martin
  
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• Castle Park stabbing: Police issue further appeal after teen charged with murder

  20-02-2023 21:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police would like to speak to anyone who was walking through or driving past Castle Green on January 31
  
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• Extinction Rebellion activists surround Bristol Airport bus in transport protest

  20-02-2023 19:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We need to revolutionise our public transport, including vastly improving the state of the West of England's frankly awful bus network"
  
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• Man flies to Spain and gets full English breakfast for almost the same cost as UK meal

  20-02-2023 18:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He spent £14.45 for his trip and meal compared to the average fry-up setting you back £12.50 in the UK
  
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• Bristol City Council's housing firm defends 'very pessimistic' business plan

  20-02-2023 17:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Councillors were concerned about a lack of financial figures and dates for house-building
  
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• 'Unprovoked' Old Market assault leaves man with his face smashed in, court told

  20-02-2023 17:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police gave one of the accused a lift home after he was seen scaling a building "like Spiderman"
  
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• Urgent 999 appeal in search for wanted man known as 'Gonzo' with links to south Bristol

  20-02-2023 17:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The public has been warned not to approach him
  
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• Document shows council's housing company expects delays to almost half of its projects

  20-02-2023 16:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fears were released in report that suggests the firm isn't being transparent with developer partners
  
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• The incredible steam train offering sparkling afternoon tea and cakes

  20-02-2023 16:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Customers loved the 'nostalgic ride'
  
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• How Ikea shoppers can order spare parts - and if it's free

  20-02-2023 16:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ever needed a spare dowel, screw, new cupboard hinge or chair leg?
  
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• Bristol De Mai heading for honourable retirement - geegeez

  20-02-2023 16:43
  Bristol De Mai heading for honourable retirement  geegeez
  
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• Witnesses still sought following Castle Park stabbing

  20-02-2023 16:25 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  If you were walking through or driving past Castle Park on Tuesday 31 January, we would like to speak to you. Officers continue to investigate the death of 36-year-old Adam Ali Ibrahim, who died in hospital after being stabbed in Castle Park following an altercation between two groups of men. A 19-year-old man has been charged with murder, attempted grievous bodily harm and possession of an...
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• Injured Bristol hiker found after being stuck for two nights on Skye hillside during Storm Otto

  20-02-2023 16:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  When they found him there was fresh snow on the hills after the temperature "had plummeted"
  
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• M4 Closure: Man dies after being hit by a car on motorway

  20-02-2023 15:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The road between Chippenham and Bath was closed for most of the day following the crash.
  
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• Love Island reportedly bringing back fan favourite islanders for 'All Stars' series

  20-02-2023 15:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Maura Higgins, who appeared in the fifth series of Love Island, is said to be one of the past islanders being considered for the spin-off
  
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• Carers working for Bristol City Council can face sanctions for self-isolating with coronavirus

  20-02-2023 15:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Staff can face disciplinary action for taking too many days off sick
  
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• DHL defends Bristol health and safety change after cyclist says it's a 'joke'

  20-02-2023 15:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  DHL Supply Chain says it’s all about safety for cyclists and walkers
  
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• Woman refused to give up train seat for mum with kids because 'other people need to sit too'

  20-02-2023 14:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "I'm not particularly bothered by the amount of kids you have"
  
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• Warning to Spanish holidaymakers not to leave their passports with hotel staff

  20-02-2023 14:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Even if you are tired from a long trip and just want to get settled in your room
  
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• Council's £470K Aerospace Bristol bailout causes 'grave concerns'

  20-02-2023 14:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  South Gloucestershire Council is writing off loan repayments to the charity that runs the Concorde museum
  
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• Alex Rider film crew spotted in Bristol after Amazon Prime confirms series three

  20-02-2023 14:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is one of several productions currently being filmed in Bristol
  
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• Bristol woman shops at Tesco Express instead of big store and price difference is staggering

  20-02-2023 13:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "I think supermarkets should be ashamed of themselves"
  
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• M4 crash: Pedestrian dies after collision with car

  20-02-2023 13:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emergency services were called to the westbound carriageway near to Leigh Delamere services at around 1am this morning (February 20)
  
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• Trees in Kingswood playing field saved but councillors warn protection is not enough

  20-02-2023 12:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tree preservation orders legally protect trees but can sometimes be ignored
  
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• Gen Z tries to make pancakes for the first time and has a 'nightmare'

  20-02-2023 12:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  I attempted to make pancakes alone for the first time and it wasn’t as easy as it looks.
  
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• People escape fire in Easton shop with homes above it

  20-02-2023 12:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon Fire and Rescue Service crews were called out to the three-storey property on Stapleton Road
  
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• Bristol baker defends prices as croissants now cost £4

  20-02-2023 12:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Putting the cross in croissant"
  
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• Bath drug dealers jailed after Snow Hill police operation

  20-02-2023 12:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Solomon Brown was found to have trafficked a 15-year-old across the country to deal for him.
  
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• Former BBC Breakfast host Dan Walker is 'glad to be alive' after crash leaves his face 'a mess'

  20-02-2023 11:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dan said he was "thankful" for the NHS after he was hit by a car whilst riding his bike
  
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• Three charged with attempted murder – Taunton

  20-02-2023 11:13 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A man and two teenage boys have been charged with attempted murder after a man was stabbed in Taunton on Saturday 18 February. Hamza Mahmoud, 18, of Taunton, and two boys, both aged 17 and also from Taunton, remain in custody pending their appearance before Taunton Magistrates today, Monday 20 February. A man, in his 20s, suffered multiple stab wounds in the attack in the park area between Baldwin...
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• M4 closed westbound after vehicle hits pedestrian

  20-02-2023 10:47 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The road between Chippenham and Bath is expected to stay closed for some hours following the crash.
  
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• Two people due in court after being charged with assaults in Yeovil

  20-02-2023 10:27 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Two people are due in court today, Monday 20 February, charged in connection with a series of assaults in Yeovil on Saturday 18 February. Five men were attacked between 6.30 and 8am. One was reportedly hit on the head with a metal bar; others were stabbed or punched. Thankfully the four who went to hospital were released after treatment. Officers responded immediately and arrests were made by 9am.
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• ITV Dancing on Ice fans hit out at show after breaking news segment

  20-02-2023 10:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many did not realise that the pretend bulletin was part of Mollie Gallagher and Sylvain Longchambon's routine
  
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• Bath parking zones to prioritise residents, council says

  20-02-2023 07:23 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The new zones aim to help cut air pollution and make it easier for people to park near their home.
  
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• Bristol rehab centre closure 'not council's finest hour'

  20-02-2023 07:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The council accepts things should be learned from the way South Bristol Rehab Centre was shut.
  
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• More Bristol bus services to be scrapped in April but franchising is still not on the table

  20-02-2023 01:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There have been repeated calls for Bristol bus services to come under public control
  
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• Real-life impact of Bristol bus cuts laid bare as passengers share their experiences

  20-02-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  How problems with Bristol's buses are affecting people from all walks of life
  
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• 'I'd use buses if they were more reliable but now it's only as a last resort'

  20-02-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristolians have their say about what is happening to bus routes in and around the city
  
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• Bristol Live demands better buses for Bristol

  20-02-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Our campaign says stop the cuts and take back control of the buses
  
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