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• Clevedon Town Council facilities closure linked to councillor's finances

  16-08-2023 22:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Clevedon Town Council was forced to close its public facilities after its insurers withdrew their cover.
  
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• Digging in: council rejects plan for allotments in green belt near Bristol

  16-08-2023 20:59
  
  Privately-run project calls decision ‘a real shame’ as local people object to ‘aggressively growing business’ and threat to wildlifeIt sounds a progressive, imaginative project. A beautiful hilltop allotment site that would serve the people of Bristol keen to get out in the fresh air and grow their own fruit and veg, but who cannot find plots in their city.However, members of a planning committee have dealt a severe blow to the scheme after people who live near the site i
  
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• Avon Fire and Rescue Service's IT system 'crashes during 999 calls'

  16-08-2023 20:49 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Avon Fire and Rescue Service shortcomings are a "potential risk to safety", the fire inspectorate says.
  
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• Digging in: council rejects plan for allotments in greenbelt near Bristol

  16-08-2023 20:09
  
  Privately-run project calls decision ‘a real shame’ but local people concerned at ‘aggressively growing business’ and threat to wildlifeIt sounds a progressive, imaginative project. A beautiful hilltop allotment site that would serve the people of Bristol keen to get out in the fresh air and grow their own fruit and veg, but who cannot find plots in their city.However, members of a planning committee have dealt a severe blow to the scheme after people who live near the si
  
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• British Museum staff member dismissed after reveals items stolen

  16-08-2023 19:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The items include gold jewellery and gems of semi-precious stones, and glass dating from the 15th century BC to the 19th century AD
  
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• Government says no plans for public holiday if England Lionesses win Women's World Cup

  16-08-2023 19:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They are in the final against Spain this Sunday
  
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• One Day Cup: Gloucestershire spin to win over Glamorgan

  16-08-2023 18:50 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Gloucestershire's spinners claim seven wickets and Ollie Price hits a hundred as they beat Glamorgan by five wickets in the One Day Cup.
  
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• New AI cameras catch hundreds of law-breaking motorists in first 72 hours

  16-08-2023 18:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is the first time this system has been used in the UK
  
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• Recap: Long M4 delays clear after car fire halts traffic through Bristol

  16-08-2023 18:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A car fire has been reported on the M4 in Bristol
  
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• Live: Long M4 delays after car fire halts traffic through Bristol

  16-08-2023 18:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A car fire has been reported on the M4 in Bristol
  
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• Heat health alert in place as temperatures set to reach 28C ahead of thundery weekend

  16-08-2023 18:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Enjoy the coming sunshine while you can, as the Met Office warns of a wet and potentially thundery weekend ahead
  
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• Homeless man Josh Guilder, 23, admits stealing dummies from five babies

  16-08-2023 17:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Josh Guilder has apparently never been warned from dummies, despite being 23 years old
  
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• Heroic women's rugby players describe how they 'save lives' after horror crash

  16-08-2023 17:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Club leader Emma Santer praised her teammate's quick thinking and actions
  
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• Sixth man arrested on suspicion of murdering Eddie Kinuthia

  16-08-2023 17:43 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The man, in his 20s, is in police custody in relation to Eddie Kinuthia's fatal stabbing in Bristol.
  
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• 'UK's biggest vintage kilo sale' is coming to Bristol - Bristol Live

  16-08-2023 17:32
  
  'UK's biggest vintage kilo sale' is coming to Bristol  Bristol Live
  
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• Sarina Wiegman agrees with calls for public holiday if England's Lionesses win Women's World Cup

  16-08-2023 17:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Lionesses are just one game away after beating Australia 3-1 in the semi-finals
  
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• Person in hospital after hazard response team called to 'medical emergency' on Stapleton Road

  16-08-2023 16:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emergency services blocked Stapleton Road in Lawrence Hill this afternoon (August 16) following reports of a medical incident
  
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• Chip shop on College Green closes and restaurant put up for rent

  16-08-2023 16:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Catch 22 on College Green was in a prime city centre location and famed for its vegan meal options
  
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• Sixth man arrested in Eddie Kinuthia stabbing investigation but no one charged

  16-08-2023 16:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Six arrests have been made in connection to Eddie Kinuthia's death in St Paul's last month, but police say no one has yet been charged
  
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• Eddie Kinuthia death: sixth arrest

  16-08-2023 15:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A sixth man has been arrested in connection with the death of Eddie King Muthemba Kinuthia in Bristol last month. Eddie, 19, died of his injuries after being stabbed in Grosvenor Road Triangle Park, St Paul’s just before 11pm on Friday 21 July. His mother, Irene Muthemba, has since issued a heartbreaking plea for people to come forward with information to help detectives involved in the ongoing...
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• Nurse given horrific diagnosis after spending three weeks in hospital battling pneumonia

  16-08-2023 15:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jan Ross lost 4st in weight as she underwent surgery and chemotherapy
  
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• James Belshaw: Goalkeeper not part of Bristol Rovers plans says Joey Barton

  16-08-2023 15:30 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bristol Rovers goalkeeper James Belshaw has no future with the club says manager Joey Barton.
  
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• The Ocean at the End of the Lane - the most mesmerising performance of a lifetime

  16-08-2023 14:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The new National Theatre stage show adaptation of Neil Gaiman's novel was a beautifully dark performance, full of wonder, emotion and magic
  
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• The Killers booed and jeered at Georgia concert after bringing on Russian musician

  16-08-2023 14:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The band has since apologised
  
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• 'Somerset gimp' trial date set as accused denies wearing mask and costume to frighten women

  16-08-2023 14:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Joshua Hunt, 32, denies leaping out at lone women while wearing a black gimp costume and face mask
  
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• Live updates: Emergency response blocks busy A-road near city centre

  16-08-2023 14:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident is unfolding on the A432 Stapleton Road
  
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• Live updates: Bristol building fire blocks busy A-road near city centre

  16-08-2023 14:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident is unfolding on the A432 Stapleton Road
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing 2023: Expected start date as fans get excited for BBC show to return

  16-08-2023 13:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  With the BBC usually confirming an exact start date in late August/early September, we've predicted when we think this year's stars will waltz onto our screens for the first time
  
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• Stacey Solomon 'so nervous' about new Asda homeware range

  16-08-2023 13:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Loose Women, X-Factor and I'm A Celebrity star has joined forces with one of the UK's biggest supermarkets
  
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• I tried Mini Rolls from Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons, Asda and Aldi - and one of them was woeful

  16-08-2023 13:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The chocolate tasted cheap and the filling left an unpleasant aftertaste
  
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• Council to vote on McBraida Bridgeyate expansion

  16-08-2023 13:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Engineering company McBraida says its current headquarters is "dated and inefficient".
  
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• 'Dated' factory next to housing estate near Bristol wants to expand

  16-08-2023 13:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company has been on the site since 1959 but says the space is no longer enough
  
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• Woman sparks backlash after saying her partner gets her pregnant every year so she doesn't get periods

  16-08-2023 12:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Chantel has two children already with her partner, with a third on its way. The social media famous family have divided followers with their post, with some demanding Chantel take birth control.
  
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• Massive flat fire sees people lose 'everything' including pets and 'forever home'

  16-08-2023 12:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some have been left with 'nothing but the clothes they were wearing'
  
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• Scientists lists superfoods that add years to your life and boost health

  16-08-2023 12:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They help prevent conditions such as heart disease, bowel cancer, diabetes and stroke and so contribute to longer and healthier lives
  
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• Knife bin sees 13 bladed weapons taken off the streets in Taunton

  16-08-2023 11:51 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A knife surrender bin that was installed in Taunton in May earlier this year has already seen 13 bladed weapons surrendered and taken off the streets. The bin, which is situated outside the police and council offices at Deane House on Belvedere Road, was installed by Avon and Somerset Police earlier this year as part of Operation Sceptre, a national knife crime awareness week. The bin will remain...
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• Six arrested after teenaged girl allegedly raped in Spanish hotel room

  16-08-2023 11:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Six French tourists reportedly taken into custody after horrific incident in Magaluf
  
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• Little known Ryanair fee that could set your family back hundreds of pounds this summer

  16-08-2023 11:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Not many people know about the fee, which caught an elderly couple out earlier this week after they made a costly mistake before they even made it to the airport
  
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• Live: Emergency repairs near Bristol after burst water main chaos

  16-08-2023 10:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is heavy traffic along the road following the incident
  
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• Emergency repairs near Bristol after burst water main chaos

  16-08-2023 10:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is heavy traffic along the road following the incident
  
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• Bargain Hunt guest who 'strangled' expert Charles Hanson says he wanted to 'throttle him' after big loss at auction

  16-08-2023 10:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Stevie Turner wrapped his hands around Charles Hanson's neck after losing more than £100 on one item. The Bargain Hunt expert incorrectly estimated the worth of the antique.
  
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• Recap: Crash closes M4 lane near Bristol and sparks long traffic queues

  16-08-2023 10:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident has happened on the Bristol-bound side of the road
  
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• Live: Crash closes M4 lane near Bristol and sparks long traffic queues

  16-08-2023 10:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident has happened on the Bristol-bound side of the road
  
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• State pensioners could be in for big 2024 rise due to Triple Lock

  16-08-2023 09:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People could potentially get £848 more a year thanks to big growth in average wages
  
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• Every woman needs to know the face of this stalker

  16-08-2023 09:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jonathon Harvey pleaded guilty to stalking and controlling or coercive behaviour charges after making thousands of calls and sending messages to his former lover
  
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• Council pays £6,000 to family after turning down planning application

  16-08-2023 09:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An inspector said planners acted unreasonably, resulting in 'unnecessary and wasted expenses.' They want to build a timber home and rear chickens and ducks
  
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• Quirky West Country B&B resembling wombat warren opens

  16-08-2023 09:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People who confess to their silliest holiday blunders could be in with a chance of getting to stay at this cosy crib
  
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• Janette Manrara shares big Strictly news just weeks after giving birth

  16-08-2023 09:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The professional dancer gave an exciting update to fans on Instagram after welcoming baby Lyra into the world with fellow Strictly star Aljaž Škorjanec last month
  
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• Heroic West Country women's rugby team save lives after 'nearly fatal' crash outside training field

  16-08-2023 08:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 'brave' and 'heroic' women gave life saving first aid to four people, including two teenagers, involved in a crash outside their training field
  
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• Doctor on early dementia signs which can appear in your eyes before memory problems

  16-08-2023 08:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Eye expert says that visiting optician can give key warnings which can lead to earlier treatment
  
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