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• Developer wins right to build on Brislington meadowland

  17-04-2023 21:34 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The government's Planning Inspectorate ruled in favour of Homes England despite local opposition.
  
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• Dentists removing 'entire NHS list' from books as more go private

  17-04-2023 19:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The crisis is 'worsening' says a Bristol MP
  
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• Canford Lane crash: Pedestrian and car involved in 'serious' A4162 crash

  17-04-2023 19:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Drivers have been advised to take alternate routes this evening (April 17)
  
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• Woman sexually assaulted by two other women outside Bristol nightclub

  17-04-2023 18:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police have issued CCTV images of two women they wish to speak to in connection with the incident
  
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• Bristol Hippodrome hints Hamilton is coming to the city - and fans can't wait for it

  17-04-2023 17:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The award-winning musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda has already taken Broadway and the West End by storm
  
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• DWP confirms PIP to stay non means-tested after becoming only health assessment for benefits

  17-04-2023 17:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Work Capability Assessments look set to be scrapped by 2026/27
  
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• Man in Gandalf costume meets Sir Ian McKellen during Bristol pub crawl

  17-04-2023 17:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He was astonished when their paths crossed
  
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• Man 'foamed at mouth' and attacked woman after cocktail of drink and drugs

  17-04-2023 17:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Reece Jones had seizure before launching sustained assault, court told
  
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• Live: A4162 shut both ways near Coombe Dingle after smash

  17-04-2023 16:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are delays in the area
  
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• A4162 shut both ways after 'serious' crash involving car and pedestrian - updates

  17-04-2023 16:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are delays in the area
  
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• A4162 shut both ways after 'serious' crash involving car and pedestrian

  17-04-2023 16:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are delays in the area
  
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• Hundreds of Bristol over-65s live alone with no central heating

  17-04-2023 16:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Data from the 2021 census revealed scale of the issue across the country
  
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• PayPal scams doing the rounds in 2023 - what to do if you come across one

  17-04-2023 16:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  For both buyers and sellers on the platform
  
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• CCTV appeal after criminal damage at betting shop – Weston-super-Mare

  17-04-2023 16:25 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for the public’s help to identify this man. Police would like to speak with him following an incident of criminal damage at Betfred, in Weston-super-Mare. He is described as a man in his mid-20s to mid-30s, of medium build, with short, dark hair and a short beard. Officers are investigating after an unknown man entered the Milton Road betting shop on Friday 21 October at around...
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• Brislington Meadows WILL be built on after all as Government has final say

  17-04-2023 16:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A Government planning inspector has finally ruled in favour of development
  
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• Four men arrested on suspicion of kidnap in Bristol

  17-04-2023 15:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police respond to reports of a man being attacked and forced into the boot of a car.
  
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• Incredible footage of heartwarming dog rescue captured by police drone

  17-04-2023 15:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Spaniel Neilli fell off a cliff but is recovering at home with a few "cuts and bruises"
  
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• Glastonbury Festival 2023: Tickets hidden within special Tony’s Chocolonely bars

  17-04-2023 15:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "It’s like a real Wonka bar competition"
  
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• Primary school places in Bristol allocated for September with 92% given first choice

  17-04-2023 15:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The vast majority have been given one of their options
  
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• Airbus and Air France acquitted of manslaughter charges over crash that killed Bristol schoolboy

  17-04-2023 15:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It was concluded that pilot error was to blame for the accident in 2009 which left 228 people dead including Clifton College student Alexander Bjoroy
  
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• Pair given driving ban after racing at speeds of 100mph in Bridgwater

  17-04-2023 14:58 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Two men have been given a 12-month driving ban each after being convicted of offences including racing on a public highway at speeds of at least 100mph. Jack Channon, 22, of St John Street in Bridgwater and Lewis Dowds, 22, of Woodbury Road in Bridgwater, were sentenced at Bath Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (April 12), after being found guilty of speeding in a 50mph zone and taking part in a...
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• "I tried the viral weighted hula hoop that means I can exercise while watching Netflix"

  17-04-2023 14:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The hoop could be the answer to getting that summer body from home without venturing out to gyms
  
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• Gandalf meets 'Gandalf': Ian McKellen surprises fan

  17-04-2023 14:28 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Ben Coyles was celebrating his birthday in fancy dress when he bumped into the Lord of the Rings actor.
  
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• 'Bold' Marks and Spencer's dress modelled by Holly Willoughby as she nails summer look

  17-04-2023 14:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Holly is currently taking time off from This Morning
  
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• Alex Fletcher: Bath City striker on impact of life-threatening skull injury

  17-04-2023 13:40 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Alex Fletcher, a non-league striker who fractured his skull colliding with concrete barriers next to the pitch, says "my family were told if I made it I may not be the same person".
  
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• Arrests after police descend on Bristol road following 'kidnapping'

  17-04-2023 13:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The victim was found injured on Airport Road
  
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• Family's 'gut-wrenching' bathroom transformed by charity that saves lives every day

  17-04-2023 13:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  One family the charity has helped only had 38p in their bank account
  
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• Bristol dancer's mission to good health after cancer

  17-04-2023 13:01 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A professional choreographer is using her skills to teach African dance and healthy eating.
  
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• Carol Vorderman shares I'm A Celeb South Africa insight week before ITV show begins

  17-04-2023 12:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Monkey attacks and mating hippos included
  
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• Police seek to identify two women after incident outside nightclub

  17-04-2023 11:59 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Officers are investigating an attack on a woman outside a nightclub in Bristol. The incident happened in Canons Road at approximately 4.30-5.30am on Tuesday 31 January. We understand the victim was assaulted by two women as she was pulled to the ground by her hair and stood on. The victim’s top was also lifted and she was sexually assaulted. We are issuing a CCTV image of two females we wish to...
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• Calls for Bristol's universities to 'do a lot more to manage downsides' of student expansion

  17-04-2023 11:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The city has thousands more students than five years ago, and is about to expand even more
  
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• The incredibly stunning 'chocolate-box' Westcountry village named among the most beautiful places in UK

  17-04-2023 11:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is considered England’s prettiest village
  
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• Live Review: Yo La Tengo, SWX, Bristol - Folk Radio UK

  17-04-2023 11:43
  
  Live Review: Yo La Tengo, SWX, Bristol  Folk Radio UK
  
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• Tesco loses fight to stop rival supermarket moving into shopping centre

  17-04-2023 11:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Lidl is believed to be the chain opening a new store at the site
  
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• Buckingham Palace release recipes for King’s Coronation lunch but Coronation chicken is not on the menu

  17-04-2023 11:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Mocktails, cocktails and punches will add to festivities
  
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• 'Divine' West Country pub visited by Noel Gallagher set to reopen after 10-month closure

  17-04-2023 11:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Glasshouse Inn at the foot of May Hill takes around one hour to drive to from Bristol
  
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• Voi offers discounts for e-scooter riders - find out if you're eligible

  17-04-2023 11:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The reduced rates will be available to those in low-income groups, medical workers and students
  
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• Woman ditches foundation after using Boots No7's 'most powerful' anti-ageing cream

  17-04-2023 10:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The serum made her skin look 'flawless'
  
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• Health guru Dr Michael Mosley issues warning to coffee and wine-drinking dieters

  17-04-2023 10:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The evidence is clear; alcohol does make you fat"
  
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• Maya Jama has 'no urge to post on social media' amid Leonardo DiCaprio rumours

  17-04-2023 10:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Love Island host and the Hollywood acting legend were seen partying together last month triggering a slew of dating rumours
  
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• Furious Carol Vorderman criticises the Tories' laws

  17-04-2023 08:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans are claiming Carol Vorderman would make an "excellent Prime Minister" as she continues to call out the Conservative party
  
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• UK weather: Met Office predicts mix of warm temperatures and scattered showers

  17-04-2023 08:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Forecasters at the Met Office have said this week should be 'fine and dry' in general but some parts of the nation will have 'patchy rain' at times
  
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• Live: Temple Way lane closed after manhole collapses in Bristol city centre

  17-04-2023 08:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The closure was reported heading southbound at around 7am this morning (April 17)
  
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• Live: Lane on busy Bristol city centre road closed after manhole collapses

  17-04-2023 08:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The closure was reported heading southbound at around 7am this morning (April 17)
  
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• 'Heartbreak' as historical West Country venue to shut

  17-04-2023 08:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Culturally, a total loss to the area."
  
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• New Covid strain Arcturus: Expert explains key facts about new infection

  17-04-2023 07:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We need more investment in surveillance of the virus"
  
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• Cameron is blind and his mum fears he is losing his hearing too

  17-04-2023 07:15 via bbc.co.uk
  
  His family is fundraising to help Cameron, who is blind and partially deaf, preserve some hearing.
  
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• Met Office predicts 'pollen bomb' meaning hay fever sufferers will have miserable start to the week

  17-04-2023 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'Pollen bomb' set to hit Bristol this week
  
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• New garden waste charges hike for Bristol residents comes into force

  17-04-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  In some cases the fees have doubled
  
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• Pre-school not making sure children are safe from abuse, says Ofsted

  17-04-2023 01:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ofsted warned that the preschool’s safeguarding arrangements were not effective
  
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