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• Recap: M49 reopen near Bristol after 'vehicle abandoned'

  22-05-2023 22:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The closure was first reported on the northbound carriageway at around 9.44pm tonight (May 22)
  
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• Live: M49 lane closed near Bristol due to 'abandoned vehicle'

  22-05-2023 22:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The closure was first reported on the northbound carriageway at around 9.44pm tonight (May 22)
  
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• Two people in hospital after being rescued from mud at Severn Beach

  22-05-2023 22:16 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The pair are taken to hospital after a rescue involving multiple fire crews and a helicopter.
  
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• Phillip Schofield: This Morning chef praised as the 'only one' to support fallen presenter

  22-05-2023 21:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The celebrity chef has been hailed for her tribute to Phillip Schofield after he announced his departure from the ITV show
  
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• War Widow's Pension: 'Hundreds' to receive £87,500 compensation after years of campaigning

  22-05-2023 21:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Government confirmed the news last week
  
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• Bristol Kill the Bill riot: Man shouted abuse and knocked police officers over

  22-05-2023 19:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Richard Fox, 32, has been jailed for two-and-a-half years
  
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• South Bristol shopping centre demolition and 850 new home development set to be approved

  22-05-2023 19:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 50-year-old centre will make way for 'Redcatch Quarter'
  
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• Bristol local food plan aims to cut obesity and tackle climate change

  22-05-2023 18:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Obesity levels are rising in Bristol and across the country
  
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• Excitement as royal helicopter touches down in Bristol field for Queen Camilla's visit

  22-05-2023 18:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They were sworn to secrecy for months
  
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• Man jailed after pleading guilty to violent disorder during Bristol riot

  22-05-2023 18:03 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A man has been jailed after pleading guilty to violent disorder in connection with the riot in Bristol in 2021. Richard Fox shouted abuse and knocked officers off their feet in the city centre during the riot. At various times during the day he pulled officers into the crowd where they were assaulted and had property, including helmets, batons and shields taken. He also was seen to kick officers...
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• All-inclusive TUI holiday nightmare ended with two-day delay, cancelled flights and 'filthy' hotel

  22-05-2023 16:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They got stuck in Mexico with hundreds of others
  
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• Montpelier man jailed for violent disorder after Bristol Kill the Bill riot

  22-05-2023 16:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Richard Fox was to face trial but admitted wrongdoing
  
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• Bristol mobile speed camera locations from Monday, May 22, 2023

  22-05-2023 16:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Speeding drivers could be at risk of getting a fine or points on their licence
  
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• This Morning's Josie Gibson relaxes as Phillip Schofield's career on the ITV show ends

  22-05-2023 16:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristolian fan favourite has been taking time for herself as ITV looks for a replacement for Phillip Schofield
  
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• Man jailed for dangerous driving in stolen car

  22-05-2023 16:21 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A man has been jailed after driving dangerously while under the influence of alcohol in Shepton Mallet, before crashing the stolen car he was behind the wheel of into other vehicles. Artur Makouski pleaded guilty to a number of offences following an incident earlier this year where he failed to stop for police. At approximately noon on Sunday 22 January, officers became aware of a car suspected of...
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• Laura Nuttall: Tributes paid to 'fierce and tenacious' cancer campaigner who died aged 23

  22-05-2023 15:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 23-year-old raised thousands for charity after being diagnosed with an aggressive form of brain cancer five years ago
  
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• Best campsites near to Bristol to enjoy this summer

  22-05-2023 15:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristolians have shared their favourite campsites ahead of camping season
  
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• Jay Dasilva: Defender among four to depart Bristol City

  22-05-2023 15:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Defender Jay Dasilva is among four players released by Bristol City at the end of the 2022-23 season.
  
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• Amanda Holden reignites 'feud' with Phillip Schofield with cryptic Instagram post

  22-05-2023 15:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Britain's Got Talent judge previously tried to make amends with Phillip after a supposed "feud" erupted between the pair, but claimed that the presenter "ignored" her
  
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• Man jailed for raping a child – Bristol

  22-05-2023 15:13 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 35-year-old man who raped a child and lied to police about what happened has been jailed. Wayne Leigh, of Somerset Terrace, Bedminster, appeared at Bristol Crown Court today (Monday 22 May) after a jury found him guilty of raping a child under 16 years old and perverting the course of justice. He was jailed for a total of seven years and six months. A Sexual Harm Prevention Order has also been...
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• How Stephen Merchant met his girlfriend after red carpet Bafta appearance

  22-05-2023 15:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They have been dating for six years
  
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• Dorothy Milne obituary

  22-05-2023 14:00
  
  My mother, Dorothy Milne, who has died aged 92, was a doctor who began her career specialising in family planning and later became a specialist in sexual health. In retirement she was a committed charity worker supporting women who have experienced trauma, crisis and exploitation.Born in Glasgow, Dorothy grew up in Aberdeen, attending Aberdeen high school for girls and gaining a scholarship to study medicine at Aberdeen University. There she met Ronald Milne, an engineer, and they married in 195
  
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• Maya Jama wows fans at Cannes Film Festival with stunning dress and creative hairdo

  22-05-2023 13:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Love Island presenter, 28, partied with other celebrities after shutting down rumours that she was dating Leonardo DiCaprio, who has also been at the internationally renowned Film Festival
  
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• Taxi driver hurt in 'clash between youths' in Brislington

  22-05-2023 13:39 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police appeal for information after the taxi driver, a man in his 50s, was injured on Sunday night.
  
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• 'Devious' rapist jailed after being found living in a tent while on the run

  22-05-2023 13:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  His victim has been left suffering nightmares and flashbacks, the court heard
  
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• 'Devious' Bedminster rapist jailed after luring in girl aged 15

  22-05-2023 13:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  His victim has been left suffering nightmares and flashbacks, the court heard
  
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• "I visited my local Michelin-starred restaurant and felt stupid"

  22-05-2023 13:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We ended up asking questions that made us feel really dumb, such as - 'can we eat this?' and 'are you sure this is a cocktail'?"
  
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• Josie Gibson among Phil Schofield This Morning replacement favourites

  22-05-2023 13:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The bubbly Bristolian presenter could assume a full-time position on the This Morning sofa as bookmakers Ladbrokes has revealed the odds on the biggest contenders for ITV's biggest vacancy
  
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• Met Office forecasts exactly when hot weather could come to an end

  22-05-2023 12:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Enjoy the warm weather while you can because things take a turn for the rainy soon
  
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• Taxi driver injured in Brislington knife and baseball bat incident as teenager arrested

  22-05-2023 12:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A large emergency service response took place following the incident and a 17-year-old boy remains in police custody
  
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• South Bristol boxing legend says 'it's nuts' that new apartments on site of his old gym are named after him

  22-05-2023 12:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "My family name will live on forever, which is lovely really"
  
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• Dear Mr Bear Grylls…you’ve embarrassed yourself - again

  22-05-2023 12:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'I hope the dad-of-three has contemplated, while he’s stuffing down his platefuls of red meat, the impact it will have on his kids’ future'
  
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• DWP sends urgent warning on when benefits will end for some claimants

  22-05-2023 12:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Recipients of multiple legacy benefits will be moved to Universal Credit by 2024 as claimants warned to keep an eye out for a migration notice letter
  
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• Police spotted in Brislington as locals find road taped off

  22-05-2023 12:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A police helicopter was also heard over the area during Sunday evening
  
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• Fans rush to defend Holly Willoughby amid 'mean' backlash

  22-05-2023 11:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dozens of viewers are calling for Holly to resign
  
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• Fans rush to defend Holly Willoughby after huge backlash following Phillip's departure

  22-05-2023 11:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dozens of viewers are calling for Holly to resign
  
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• 'Chocolate-box' West Country village among UK's best that you've probably never heard of

  22-05-2023 11:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  David Beckham, Courtney Cox and Ruby Wax have drank in the local pub
  
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• This Morning Phil Schofield tribute paid by stand-in hosts Alison Hammond and Dermot O'Leary

  22-05-2023 11:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The pair of presenters wanted to say a 'huge thank you' to Phil as the start of Monday morning's show was shrouded in awkwardness
  
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• Witness appeal after boy suffers facial injuries during assault by juvenile in Midsomer Norton

  22-05-2023 11:17 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Enquiries are ongoing following an assault on a child in Midsomer Norton last week. At approximately 6.20pm on Wednesday 17 May, a 12-year-old boy was assaulted by another youth of a similar age in the St Chads Green area. The victim sustained facial bruising and swelling but fortunately did not require treatment in hospital. Officer in the case PC Gemma Fry said: “This was a particularly nasty...
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• Live: Traffic returns to normal after M4 chaos in Bristol

  22-05-2023 10:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Three separate incidents were reported along the motorway
  
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• New ITV show for Phillip Schofield lined-up after This Morning departure

  22-05-2023 09:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The presenter's exit from the iconic daytime show was announced on Saturday afternoon as calls from viewers to see him booted off increased
  
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• Ryanair, easyjet, Tui and Jet2: All the items banned from hand luggage

  22-05-2023 09:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Make sure you aren't caught out
  
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• 'Big cat' spotted scaling tree in the West Country

  22-05-2023 08:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "It just felt like I was watching a wildlife programme"
  
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• Inside country pub with stunning views across lake that's on the market for just £35K

  22-05-2023 07:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It takes 30-minutes to reach from Bristol city centre
  
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• Inside the West Country's answer to 'Benidorm' - with nudist beaches and cheap beer

  22-05-2023 07:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bournemouth has an impressive offering of bars and clubs, and surprisingly cheap beers
  
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• Bristol boy with ADHD teaches himself piano in 11 months

  22-05-2023 07:18 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jake discovered his "amazing" gift while struggling in lessons with his ADHD.
  
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• Family's West Country holiday 'ruined' by ant infestation and theft at caravan park

  22-05-2023 06:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Kayleah and Daniel said they won't be returning to the Haven park in Perranporth
  
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• Cycle path portrait benches pay homage to Bristol's community champions

  22-05-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  In total, 30 new life-sized steel figures are being installed across England
  
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• Bristol Rovers launches Gas To 5K to make its fans the fittest in the league

  22-05-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Gas To 5K is a ten-week online programme designed to get participants from terrace to 5K, with the goal of completing their first parkrun on the first day of the first home game of the season
  
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• Bristol residents turn down the heat on energy prices with clever strategies

  22-05-2023 06:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Project Solar UK survey aimed to gauge people's thoughts on lowering energy costs and saving money through practical means
  
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