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• Man photographs Bristol Balloon Fiesta with 1890s camera

  14-08-2023 21:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Simon Williams uses a Kodak Panoram to take photographs at iconic sites around his home city.
  
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• Construction worker dies after incident building new Premier League stadium

  14-08-2023 20:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police said 'his next of kin have been told and an investigation is underway'
  
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• Newlyweds Rosa and Christopher met in their retirement home

  14-08-2023 19:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Newlyweds Rosa and Christopher tie the knot after meeting in their retirement home.
  
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• Major travel advice for Brits flocking to tourist hotspot

  14-08-2023 19:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Foreign Office has issued advise to Brits flocking to Morocco after nearly 1000 acres of forest caught aflame
  
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• Bristol among UK university towns facing shortage of ... - msnNOW

  14-08-2023 17:02
  
  Bristol among UK university towns facing shortage of ...  msnNOW
  
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• Bristol among UK university towns facing shortage of accommodation, according to research - Business Live

  14-08-2023 17:02
  Bristol among UK university towns facing shortage of accommodation, according to research  Business Live
  
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• Sebrena followed mum into same job and now earns £100k a year

  14-08-2023 16:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She first wanted to be in the industry at the age of 14 when her mum gave some old costumes to try on
  
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• Pilot who died in hot air balloon crash is remembered in tribute at Bristol Fiesta

  14-08-2023 16:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The hot air balloon community came together to remember the beloved pilot
  
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• Bristol's landmark eyesore Grosvenor Hotel to be demolished 'soon' says council

  14-08-2023 16:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's almost a year since it was hit by a huge fire. But after being ordered to make it safe and now with permission to knock it down, could something finally happen...
  
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• Mum 'in tears' at bill for 50th wedding anniversary meal after terminal cancer diagnosis

  14-08-2023 16:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Paul and Dawn Molineux were left stunned when they were presented with the bill for their special meal out to celebrate their milestone anniversary
  
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• Hussain AlSaeed: New Bristol Rovers co-owner says the club has 'big potential'

  14-08-2023 16:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  New Bristol Rovers co-owner Hussain AlSaeed says that Bristol Rovers have "big potential" for future growth.
  
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• Christopher and Rosa met in their 80s in a retirement village and tied the knot

  14-08-2023 16:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They first met at a coffee morning
  
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• 999 call reveals chilling moment Sonja Blenkiron admitted stabbing her partner

  14-08-2023 16:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sonja Blenkiron told a 999 dispatcher she had fatally stabbed Paul Wagland following a fight at her flat. Today (August 14) she was jailed for life after a jury found her guilty of murder
  
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• Three remain in hospital following campsite car crash

  14-08-2023 16:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nine people were injured in the incident
  
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• Mystery hotel in the South West has asking price slashed by £1m as questions remain surrounding its identity

  14-08-2023 16:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The unidentified hotel in the West Country first went on the market in early 2023. Despite its "beachfront" location and "stunning sea views", it has failed to sell so far, as residents try and work out where exactly the hotel is.
  
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• Eight-year-old told parents her arm felt 'unusual' - two weeks later she had died

  14-08-2023 15:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emily Smith was diagnosed with a brain tumour which had shown none of the usual symptoms
  
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• 'Clearest ever' photo of 'big cat' could prove existence in UK, say documentary team

  14-08-2023 15:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Documentary makers say the photo could prove the existence of the rarely-sighted creatures in the UK
  
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• First look at new plans to transform Wapping Wharf and Bristol's Floating Harbour

  14-08-2023 15:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  In 13 images - how the future of CARGO and Bristol's famous shipping container street will change
  
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• Swimmers warned of diseases amid increase in sea pollution

  14-08-2023 15:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Officials have warned against swimming at a number of beaches across the South West
  
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• Two people charged in connection with school burglary

  14-08-2023 15:26 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Two people from Shepton Mallet have been charged in connection with a burglary at a school in Yeovil. Tyler Singer, 21, and Grace Brownhill, 18, are facing charges relating to a burglary at Westfield Academy School on Sunday 11 June. Singer has been charged with a non-dwelling burglary, taking a vehicle without consent, driving without insurance and driving whilst otherwise in accordance with a...
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• Paul Wagland family speak of 'happy-go-lucky' man who was taken from them by killer Sonja Blenkiron

  14-08-2023 15:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They described him as a 'loving, caring and charismatic son, dad, brother, husband, grandad and friend'
  
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• Police warned council about fires at empty sports centre two weeks before huge blaze

  14-08-2023 15:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police attended the building 14 times in just a few weeks, and predicted: "Someone will hurt themselves or that the building will be set alight if something is not done to secure the site properly"
  
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• CCTV appeal issued in robbery investigation

  14-08-2023 14:58 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for the public’s help to identify this man officers would like to speak with in connection to a robbery investigation. We believe he has information which can aid our investigation into a robbery in Lidl, in Oxford Street, in Burnham-on-Sea, on Monday 10 July. He is described as white, of slim build, with short, dark hair and a short moustache. He is shown wearing a black baseball...
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• Hartcliffe: 'Confrontational' woman jailed for partner's murder

  14-08-2023 14:57 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Sonja Blenkiron will serve at least 15 years for fatally stabbing Paul Wagland during an argument.
  
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• Mystery hotel for sale has price slashed by £1m as hunt for buyer continues

  14-08-2023 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The exact location of the property has been kept a secret
  
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• Woman jailed for life for murder of her partner

  14-08-2023 14:39 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A 41-year-old Bristol woman has been told she will serve a minimum of 15 years in prison for the murder of her partner. Sonja Blenkiron was convicted of murdering Paul Wagland, 52, at her Harctliffe flat by a jury at Bristol Crown Court on Friday (11 August). She admitted stabbing Mr Wagland but claimed it was in self-defence. Today (Monday 14 August), after the jury rejected her defence...
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• Strictly star's relationship hit the rocks after 'falling in love' with professional partner

  14-08-2023 14:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  John Whaite made history when he appeared on Strictly in 2021 - but the show wreaked havoc on his personal life and led to him and his boyfriend parting ways for a brief period
  
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• Bristol mobile speed camera locations from Monday, August 14, 2023

  14-08-2023 13:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Speeding drivers could be at risk of getting a fine or points on their licence
  
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• Busy Bristol road closed for two weeks for gas network upgrade

  14-08-2023 13:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The closure is in place along the Westbury Road area of Henleaze, Bristol, until 30 August.
  
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• Dr Michael Mosley advice on if exercise is good way to lose weight fast

  14-08-2023 13:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Diet guru says some people believe if they do lots of exercise they can eat a lot more
  
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• Claire's Accessories opening at Willow Brook shopping centre

  14-08-2023 13:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new shop will be situated next to Card Factory, but no opening date has been announced yet
  
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• Harry Potter superfan mum spent two months organising themed birthday party for son

  14-08-2023 13:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sophie Brown made a lot of the decorations herself
  
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• Stacey Solomon tells fans to 'unfollow' her after holiday posts spark backlash

  14-08-2023 13:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Stacey, Joe and their big family jetted off to Turkey recently, with the Loose Women star sharing plenty of photos from their time away with her fans. But the smiley photos didn't land well with everyone
  
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• Five-year-old suffers devastating injuries in attack by dog she asked to stroke

  14-08-2023 12:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The youngster remains in hospital where she is having skin grafts to her face after she was attacked by the dog outside a Nisa store on Teesside
  
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• Sonja Blenkiron handed life sentence for murder of Paul Wagland in Bristol

  14-08-2023 12:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Blenkiron told she must serve a minimum of 15 years behind bars
  
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• Brits face hefty £1,300 fine for using sat-nav while driving in Europe

  14-08-2023 12:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  UK tourists have been reminded of rules while driving abroad this summer
  
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• Estate in the shadow of millionaire's row is labelled a 'ticking time bomb'

  14-08-2023 12:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Within a stone's throw of million-pound houses lies a housing estate being terrorised by violent gangs and drugs
  
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• TV star Damian Lewis bringing his band to Bristol

  14-08-2023 12:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Damian Lewis' band will perform in Bristol on the upcoming tour of his debut album. The 52-year-old British actor, best known for starring in TV dramas including Band Of Brothers and Homeland, is taking his new band on the road for the first time this autumn.
  
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• Firefighters rush to Bristol city centre flat blaze after boiler failure

  14-08-2023 11:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Multiple Avon Fire and Rescue crews were called to the scene in Marsh Street early this morning (August 14)
  
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• Antiques Roadshow guest shocked to discover £8 charity shop find is worth thousands of pounds

  14-08-2023 11:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The unsuspecting man brought three items along to be valued by an expert, but clearly wasn't expecting to learn the true value of one charity shop find in particular
  
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• Mum almost died in cow attack after trying to help its newborn calf

  14-08-2023 11:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Debbie Duffus managed to crawl to safety despite multiple crush injuries, internal bleeding and a broken leg
  
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• Health Secretary defends action over Legionella-hit asylum seeker barge

  14-08-2023 11:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A blame game has erupted following the discovery of Legionella bacteria
  
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• Met Office weather: How hot Bristol will be as UK braced for 30C heatwave - Bristol Live

  14-08-2023 11:06
  Met Office weather: How hot Bristol will be as UK braced for 30C heatwave  Bristol Live
  
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• Met Office weather: How hot Bristol will be as UK braced for 30C heatwave

  14-08-2023 11:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A change in pressure systems will see a rise in temperatures across the UK at the end of this week
  
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• Mum who lives with phobia of lines and holes ‘feels sick’ at sight of honeycomb

  14-08-2023 10:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Samantha Harradine, 53, ‘suffered in silence’ for more than 30 years before speaking about her phobia
  
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• Helen Flanagan admits to fans she's 'exhausted' after opening up about Scott Sinclair split

  14-08-2023 10:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The mum-of-three took her children on a fun-filled day out over the weekend. But whilst her brood got stuck into roleplaying, Helen found it hard not to fall asleep in the corner.
  
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• Wilko gift card advice as high street giant hits the rocks

  14-08-2023 10:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The discount chain entered administration last week putting hundreds of stores - including five in Bristol - at risk along with around 12,000 jobs
  
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• Mum on Universal Credit explains how she feeds herself, son and cat on less than £50 a week

  14-08-2023 10:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The savvy mum shares her supermarket till receipts to show how careful budgeting and smart thinking ensures they have enough to eat with nothing wasted
  
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• Mick Fleetwood's restaurant destroyed in Hawaii wildfires

  14-08-2023 10:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The British rocker his restaurant Fleetwood’s On Front Street engulfed in the flames
  
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• 'Our incredible little boy lost three limbs to life-threatening illness'

  14-08-2023 09:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Rhoman-Gray has lost both of his legs above the knee, and an arm below the elbow
  
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