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• 36th person sentenced for involvement in Bristol Riots

  06-07-2023 22:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Amir Moghadam admitted to smashing Bridewell Police Station window with a skateboard
  
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• Recap: M4 crash at Almondsbury Interchange clears after long delays through Bristol

  06-07-2023 19:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Delays of 15 minutes are being reported on the motorway
  
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• Live: M4 crash at Almondsbury Interchange sparks long delays through Bristol

  06-07-2023 19:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Delays of 15 minutes are being reported on the motorway
  
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• Fears for Bristol arts scene due to delayed funding

  06-07-2023 19:06 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Organisations say delayed funding decisions could harm the future of a city's cultural scene.
  
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• Knowle: Broadwalk shopping centre to be demolished after shock u-turn

  06-07-2023 19:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  After blocking plans to redevelop Broadwalk Shopping Centre in May, councillors have changed their minds.
  
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• Words matter when we talk about Jenin | Letters

  06-07-2023 18:47
  
  Israel-Palestine | Tony Blair on the NHS | The Bristol accent | Funeral comings and goingsThere is one unfortunate phrase in your otherwise excellent editorial on Israel-Palestine (4 July). You say the residents of Jenin’s refugee camp are the children and grandchildren of those who “lost their lands to the new state of Israel in 1948”. In reality, this is a euphemism for “were deliberately driven out of their lands to make space for the new state”. The ethnic clean
  
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• Tourist apologises for carving names on Colosseum

  06-07-2023 18:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The UK-based holidaymaker apologises and says he did not realise how old the Roman arena was.
  
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• Man sentenced after admitting violent disorder

  06-07-2023 18:25 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A man has pleaded guilty to violent disorder in connection with the riot in Bristol in 2021. Amir Moghadam admitted throwing objects at Bridewell Police Station and using a skateboard to smash its window. The 25-year-old, who is currently serving a five-year custodial sentence for unconnected drug offences, appeared at Bristol Crown Court via video link yesterday (5 July). He was sentenced to a...
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• South West businesses to get £200m financial boost

  06-07-2023 17:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Businesses in counties across the West and South West can apply for grants of up to £2m.
  
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• Teen released on bail after Bristol trans pride event pellet attack

  06-07-2023 17:38 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police say they are still seeking a second boy in connection with the incident on Sunday.
  
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• ‘Stitch-up’ claim as U-turn on demolishing South Bristol shopping centre slammed

  06-07-2023 17:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The surprise twist has sparked criticism from opponents of the plans
  
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• 'I got myself into £20,000 debt due to my undiagnosed ADHD'

  06-07-2023 17:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Suzi Payton bought holidays, concert tickets, clothes and more
  
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• Man stabbed his wife 36 times after she recorded his violent abuse

  06-07-2023 17:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Asim Hasan, who has been jailed for life, murdered Aaisha accusing her of cheating on him when he was the one having an affair
  
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• Appeal after man exposed himself in Bath

  06-07-2023 17:02 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for witnesses following an act of public indecency in Bath last month. We were aware of a report of an unknown man exposing himself in Bathampton Meadows, in London Road East, at around 13.30pm on Thursday 8 June. The man is described as white, in his 50s, of slim build, with dark hair. If you saw anything, or have any relevant footage to identify the individual, please contact us.
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• Shoplifter who persistently pilfered from shop is jailed

  06-07-2023 16:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dominic Finn behind bars after tareting One Stop store on Queen Charlotte Street
  
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• Judge tells convicted burglar to cut out the drug parties

  06-07-2023 16:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  David Ross admits taking anesthetic ketamine with friends
  
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• Bride's heartfelt wedding day surprise for groom seen by thousands

  06-07-2023 16:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The lovely surprise was the cherry on the cake for the perfect day
  
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• Lavazza says coffee prices 'to stay high until 2024' as beans reach highest cost in 15 years

  06-07-2023 16:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company raised prices to customers by 6.2% in 2022
  
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• Doctor sentenced following sexual offence conviction

  06-07-2023 15:29 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A GP has been sentenced following his conviction for attempting to engage in sexual activity without consent. Dr Nicholas Chapman, 55, of Taunton, was tried at Gloucester Crown Court after being accused of adding his semen to hot drinks he made for a woman on several occasions in 2021. He denied putting the semen in the coffee, but on Thursday 15 June a jury found him guilty of one count and...
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• Heroin warning after six people die in Bristol

  06-07-2023 14:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Public health officials believe a dangerous batch of heroin may have caused six deaths in Bristol.
  
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• Jaylynn found out her baby would be born without legs during 20-week scan

  06-07-2023 14:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Baby Amaya underwent seven surgeries before she was two months old
  
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• Why BBC Garden Rescue fans may never see Charlie Dimmock's garden

  06-07-2023 14:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Despite working her magic on countless gardens over the years, Charlie has never shown fans what her own outdoor space looks like
  
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• Six dead in Bristol due to dangerous batch of heroin circulating

  06-07-2023 14:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed that four people have been arrested
  
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• Dog owners 'wreaking havoc, mess and terror' as they ignore ban on beaches

  06-07-2023 14:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "We are unable to enjoy our local beach with our young children due to the selfish behaviour of many dog owners."
  
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• Man banned from entire suburb of Bristol after drugs, theft and fraud incidents

  06-07-2023 14:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Steven Bryson has been heavily linked with the distribution of Class A drugs in the area
  
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• Bristol’s arts industry protest over ‘shock decision’ from mayor

  06-07-2023 14:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Funding delays will have ‘hugely damaging consequences’ for the city
  
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• 'Rare disease left me hallucinating while working on the tills at Aldi'

  06-07-2023 13:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ciara Wilke got into an argument with customers when she became convinced money "wasn't real" while suffering encephalitis
  
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• Man ordered to stay out of Southmead following anti-social behaviour issue

  06-07-2023 13:31 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 45-year-old man has been banned from entering an area of Bristol following anti-social behaviour (ASB) issues. Steven Bryson, of Ashley Road, Montpelier, Bristol, has been presented with a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO) at Bristol Magistrates’ Court on Monday (3 July), banning him from entering the Southmead area. Bryson has been heavily linked with the distribution of Class A drugs in the area...
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• A420 delays clear following crash on major route into Bristol city centre

  06-07-2023 13:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There was very slow traffic on the road this afternoon
  
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• A420 crash live as major route into Bristol is blocked

  06-07-2023 13:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is very slow traffic on the road this afternoon
  
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• Seasick sailors attempt to travel from West Country to London - but things go horribly wrong

  06-07-2023 13:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Rescue crews could not believe how unprepared the group were for sailing across the sea
  
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• Aristocrat puts £35m estate on market - including 12 farms, caravan site and pub

  06-07-2023 13:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Rothbury Estate has been in the Percy family since 1332
  
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• TikTok murder trial live as case against Mahek Bukhari and co-defendants is summed up

  06-07-2023 12:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two men from the Cotswolds were killed and all eight defendants deny murdering them
  
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• Arrests made after girl assaulted in Bridgwater

  06-07-2023 12:32 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Shortly after 8pm last night we received a report a teenage girl had been assaulted by a man with a knife on the canal path behind Morrisons in Bridgwater. The victim was taken to hospital by ambulance with a small cut to her neck. Her injury is not life threatening or life changing. A 26-year-old man was arrested from an address in the town within 20 minutes of the incident on suspicion of...
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• New Look's 'perfect summer dress' that's near-identical to Karen Millen outfit

  06-07-2023 12:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Love this dress"
  
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• Wimbledon crash live as car smashes into primary school with several injured

  06-07-2023 12:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Several people are being treated at the scene and a major incident has been declared
  
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• 'I married my childhood sweetheart after eight years of apart'

  06-07-2023 12:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'I always knew there was something there'
  
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• Bristol reverend calls for a stop to ‘romancifying cowardly acts of murder’

  06-07-2023 11:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A call has gone out to grandparents and parents to help take dangerous weapons off the street
  
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• Trans children's charity Mermaids loses landmark case against gay rights organisation

  06-07-2023 11:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The LGB Alliance had been facing a legal challenge to strip it of its charitable status
  
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• Love Island fans say ITV hiring Maya Jama is 'dangerous'

  06-07-2023 11:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristolian star made her debut as the new face of Love Island in January, and is currently keeping things hot in her first ever summer series as host
  
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• Cornish beaches covered by raw sewage warning after rainstorms

  06-07-2023 11:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Following heavy rainfall there is a heightened risk of sewage ending up on beaches and in the sea
  
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• DWP: What to do if you haven't received your £150 cost of living payment

  06-07-2023 11:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The deadline for most payments to be made was Wednesday, July 5
  
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• 'I started prepping for Christmas on December 26 and my hacks cut cost in half'

  06-07-2023 11:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tahnee has six tips for slashing the cost of Christmas, and tasks she performs every month through the year
  
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• 'Silent' killer disease with few early symptoms putting more people in hospital

  06-07-2023 10:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Charities are demanding urgent action following a 22 per cent increase in hospital admissions
  
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• Martin Lewis warning on phone scam charges after he was targeted

  06-07-2023 10:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Money saving guru said it is crucial people do not do one thing to avoid being charged a premium rate call
  
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• West Country teacher has 64 pupils in one class and says urgent change is needed

  06-07-2023 10:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wayne Partridge says the current conditions are 'really difficult'
  
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• 'I got into monkey dust and lost everything' Plumber living in a tent after losing his home and job due ravages of drug

  06-07-2023 10:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Simon believes the government should class monkey dust as a Class A drug
  
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• £3.25 million of cannabis plants seized in successful operation targeting organised crime

  06-07-2023 09:29 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  In an operation targeted at disrupting organised crime groups (OCGs) involved in cannabis cultivation across the South West, Avon and Somerset Police have seized over three million pounds worth of cannabis and arrested 20 people in relation to crimes linked to the illegal cultivation of the plant. Avon and Somerset Police joined all five police forces and Police and Crime Commissioners in the...
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• Prices slashed on Instagram-worthy swimwear by 50%

  06-07-2023 09:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The offer runs out this Saturday
  
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• Plans to move Guy Gibson dog's grave over asylum scheme thrown out by council

  06-07-2023 08:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  RAF wanted to move it saying it could be at risk due to government plans to house up to 2,000 asylum seekers at the former home of the Dambusters
  
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