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• Do not approach wanted man with links to Bristol who is on the run from police

  07-08-2023 20:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Raion Eirvine, who is also known as Amar Eirvine, is wanted on recall to prison and should not be approached
  
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• The Exorcist director William Friedkin dead at 87

  07-08-2023 19:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The iconic filmmaker won an Oscar for The French Connection
  
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• Row erupts between resident and protesters over asylum seekers on Bibby Stockholm barge

  07-08-2023 19:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anger and strong words were exchanged in an emotionally charged argument about asylum-seeker ship Bibby Stockholm
  
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• NHS announces new diagnostic centres including one in Bristol

  07-08-2023 19:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The move promises to deliver treatment more quickly - from cancers to joint problems and heart and lungs
  
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• St Pauls: Fourth man held over Eddie Kinuthia stabbing

  07-08-2023 19:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The man, in his 20s, is being held in custody on suspicion of murdering 19-year-old Eddie Kinuthia.
  
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• New suspect arrested on suspicion of murdering Eddie Kinuthia

  07-08-2023 18:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two other men arrested in connection with the killing are on bail while the investigation takes place
  
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• Another blow to South Bristol bus passengers as ‘lifeline’ service axed next month

  07-08-2023 18:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Locals described the service as "absolutely crucial" but it will stop running from the start of next month
  
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• Four arrests after disorder in Yeovil

  07-08-2023 18:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Four men were arrested after police were called to disorder in Yeovil earlier today (Monday 7 August). Officers attended after reports of a physical altercation involving several individuals in Eastland Road at about 7.50am. Two men were found at the scene and restrained by officers using PAVA, before being arrested. Two further men left the scene on foot and entered a property in the same road...
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• Antiques Roadshow guest gasps as charity shop find valued at 100 times more than price he paid

  07-08-2023 18:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "When you unwrapped this, my heart really skipped a beat"
  
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• Man charged with making explosive substance in south Gloucestershire

  07-08-2023 18:12 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Jason Lenton, 43, has been charged following an incident at Patchway police station on Saturday.
  
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• Eddie Kinuthia death: Man in custody following arrest on suspicion of murder

  07-08-2023 18:05 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Detectives investigating the death of Eddie Kinuthia have arrested another man on suspicion of his murder. Eddie, 19, died after being stabbed multiple times in Grosvenor Road Triangle Park in St Pauls, Bristol, on Friday 21 July. The man arrested this morning, who is aged in his 20s and from Bristol, is currently in police custody. Two other men previously arrested on suspicion of Eddie’s murder...
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• Traveller group slams 'despicable' boycott advice from Bristol councillors

  07-08-2023 18:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hengrove and Whitchurch's councillors told residents not to hire the Travellers
  
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• Loose Women star Stacey Solomon's plane photo with kids sparks backlash

  07-08-2023 17:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans have sent a barrage of negative comments after Loose Women's Stacey Solomon posted of picture of herself, husband Joe Swash and their kids on Instagram
  
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• One-Day Cup: Warwickshire hammer hapless Gloucestershire for second Group B win

  07-08-2023 17:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Warwickshire beat Gloucestershire by eight wickets to make it two One-Day Cup Group B wins out of two.
  
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• Parents carry son around because they can't afford wheelchair

  07-08-2023 17:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A fundraising page has been set up in a bid to get James the chair he needs
  
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• 'My hair changed in one wash' Trying Aldi's Olaplex purple shampoo dupe

  07-08-2023 17:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Aldi is at it again with a budget version of a luxury beauty product
  
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• Hartcliffe murder trial: Accused says she stabbed man she loved in self-defence

  07-08-2023 17:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She told jurors she 'thought she was going to die' and 'needed to get him off me'
  
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• Expert warns drivers of updated Highway Code rule that could land you with hefty fine

  07-08-2023 16:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Cyclists and pedestrians now have more power on the roads
  
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• Major Britpop band tipped to headline Glastonbury Festival 2024

  07-08-2023 16:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A number of Britpop bands are tipped to make an appearance at next year's Glastonbury
  
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• Driver killed after Vauxhall and livestock lorry crash as police hunt for witnesses

  07-08-2023 16:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tragically, a man was pronounced dead at the scene
  
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• Driver killed after Peugeot and livestock lorry crash as police hunt for witnesses

  07-08-2023 16:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tragically, a man was pronounced dead at the scene
  
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• Flying in a hot air balloon over Bristol early on a Monday morning - why there's nothing like it

  07-08-2023 16:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Bristol Live reporter Ellie Kendall shares what it's like in the skies during an early morning hot air balloon flight, ahead of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta 2023
  
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• Seaside village sums up what's going wrong in the West Country

  07-08-2023 16:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Locals being forced out by house prices, sewage and the impact of tourism are all affecting the popular destination
  
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• Man says Tom Hanks could be a time traveller who met his grandad in WW2

  07-08-2023 15:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hanks is well known for his interest in World War Two having been involved with various films and TV series about it
  
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• Witness appeal after fatal collision on A39

  07-08-2023 15:43 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A man has died following a collision between a car and a lorry carrying livestock in Somerset this morning (Monday 7 August). The collision, on the A39 between Fiddington and Cannington was reported at 6.35am. Emergency services and the air ambulance attended the scene. The driver of the purple Vauxhall car, a man in his 60s, sadly died at the scene despite efforts of medics. His family have been...
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• Boy, 3, given tragic diagnosis after mum noticed lumps under his arms and on head

  07-08-2023 15:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  At just eight months old, Raphael was diagnosed with Leukaemia
  
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• The Strictly Come Dancing 2023 line-up so far as six celebs are announced

  07-08-2023 15:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The annual dance extravaganza will be back on our TV screens soon
  
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• Man lost 21-stone but can no longer face looking in the mirror

  07-08-2023 15:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wayne Shepherd put on the pounds after being bullied as a child but then felt hope after undergoing weight loss surgery
  
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• M5 drivers warned to expect delays ahead of Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2023

  07-08-2023 14:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Drivers have been told to allow plenty of time for journeys and to plan ahead as roads are expected to be 'very busy' during the event
  
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• High Littleton yarn bombing event returns to village

  07-08-2023 14:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A trail is created in the village of High Littleton to show off the knitted creations.
  
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• Bristol crematorium expansion decision postponed by council in face of opposition

  07-08-2023 14:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The expansion of the South Bristol Crematorium would impact Bristol's last working farm, supporters had warned
  
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• Bristol International Balloon Fiesta's early morning lift-off

  07-08-2023 13:45 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Balloonists took off en-masse to get bird's eye view of the city.
  
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• Mystery item found on West Country beach sparking 'explosive' fears

  07-08-2023 13:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The beach was cordoned off to visitors
  
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• Tesco makes yellow sticker change in stores across the UK - Bristol Live

  07-08-2023 13:28
  
  Tesco makes yellow sticker change in stores across the UK  Bristol Live
  
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• Bristol mobile speed camera locations from Monday, August 7, 2023

  07-08-2023 13:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Speeding drivers could be at risk of getting a fine or points on their licence
  
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• Strictly contestant Amanda Abbington hits back at transphobic claims after leaving Twitter

  07-08-2023 12:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Her comments sparked a fierce debate, but she has defended herself amid threats of a Strictly boycott
  
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• Mum who suffered from tiredness and regular infections given life-threatening diagnosis

  07-08-2023 12:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Gemma Jolly, 45, was so poorly she forgot who she and her children were and spent months in and out of intensive care
  
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• England Women's football fans fuming as BBC glitch tells them what happens ahead of action

  07-08-2023 12:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A lag on the footage meant some fans knew what was coming before they saw it
  
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• Bristol's longest-serving pub landlady calls time after 40 years

  07-08-2023 11:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  End of an era as the famous Beaufort pub closes
  
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• Man charged with making explosive substance after Patchway bomb scare

  07-08-2023 11:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jason Lenton has been charged in connection with a bomb scare at a police station in Patchway
  
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• Live: Crash blocks Hanham road in both directions

  07-08-2023 11:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic is reportedly moving slowly in the area
  
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• Crash blocks Hanham road in both directions

  07-08-2023 11:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic is reportedly moving slowly in the area
  
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• Miche was snatched at birth and brought up by another family

  07-08-2023 11:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Miche Zephany Sheldon was walked down the aisle by both fathers on her wedding day
  
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• Met Office says when warm weather will hit Bristol this week as Balloon Fiesta kicks off

  07-08-2023 10:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  But conditions might take a dip again over the weekend with showers and lower temperatures back on the radar
  
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• Man charged with making explosive substance

  07-08-2023 10:39 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 43-year-old man has been charged in connection with an incident which led to the evacuation of Patchway Police Centre and nearby properties on Saturday. The Army’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit were called to the South Gloucestershire police centre to examine a suspicious item shortly after 5pm. A 100m cordon was put in place and nearby residents and businesses were asked to leave their...
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• Simple finger test at home could spot early signs of lung cancer

  07-08-2023 10:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The disease spreads faster than other forms cancer and has very few early symptoms
  
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• Lung cancer's simple finger test you can do at home that could spot early warning signs

  07-08-2023 10:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The disease spreads faster than other forms of cancer and has very few early symptoms
  
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• Jeremy Clarkson suffers from worrying health issue after switching cigarettes for gum

  07-08-2023 10:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He now faces an "agonising and premature" death.
  
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• Bristol International Balloon Fiesta: Flights fill morning sky ahead of festival

  07-08-2023 10:07 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The Bristol International Balloon Fiesta is held at Ashton Court over four days, starting on Thursday.
  
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• Bristol Balloon Fiesta 2023 pre-launch flights in pictures as Jayde Adams soars over city

  07-08-2023 09:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristol Balloon Fiesta kicks off on Thursday, August 10 with a mass ascent at 6pm
  
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