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• Hamilton Storms Bristol! Announcing the Star-studded Cast for Its Maiden UK & Ireland Odyssey! - AussieTheatre.com

  27-09-2023 21:50
  Hamilton Storms Bristol! Announcing the Star-studded Cast for Its Maiden UK & Ireland Odyssey!  AussieTheatre.com
  
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• Girl killed on her way to school was 'valued friend' with 'bright future'

  27-09-2023 21:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The girl's school said it was "deeply shocked" and pupils are being offered support after her death
  
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• Protest over 20mph Wales speed limit to cause disruption on M4

  27-09-2023 21:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is expected that around 100 too 300 protesters will take part this weekend
  
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• Teacher banned indefinitely for sending naked photos to student and asking for sex in changing rooms

  27-09-2023 20:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He turned up near her home with flowers and gave her perfume, misconduct hearing told
  
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• Bristol teacher who sent naked photos to student banned

  27-09-2023 20:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Tyler Lewis exchanged inappropriate messages with the student and sent flowers, a panel hears.
  
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• Hamilton cast announced ahead of Bristol Hippodrome show

  27-09-2023 18:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The award-winning musical phenomenon is embarking on its first UK & Ireland tour
  
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• Dan Wootton suspended from GB News after Laurence Fox’s on-air remarks

  27-09-2023 18:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wootton was seen chuckling as Fox made coarse remarks about journalist Ava Evans
  
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• Man forced to shower in garden after bathroom dispute with landlord

  27-09-2023 18:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jonathan Godsell was not able to have a shower for three months - so he set one up in his garden instead
  
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• Women in Somerset invited to ‘Walk and Talk’ with female officers to highlight areas they feel unsafe

  27-09-2023 18:15 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  This week (25th September 2023) we launched a ‘Walk and talk’ initiative in Somerset where women can arrange to meet with female police officers and PCSOs to show them areas in which they feel vulnerable or unsafe in their local communities. The scheme, which was introduced by Police Sergeant Roseanna Green from the Wincanton and Somerton Neighbourhood Team, aims to build trust amongst women and...
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• Bristol West MP brands Laurence Fox's comments about woman as 'a new low'

  27-09-2023 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Controversial ex-actor and right-wing pundit Laurence Fox has caused outrage over offensive comments he made on GB News about a female journalist
  
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• Man murdered victim because he was standing 'on his spot' on nightclub dancefloor

  27-09-2023 17:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Edward Wilson killed Akeem Francis-Kerr with a single stab wound to the neck at Valesha’s nightclub
  
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• Family of girl killed on way to school rushed to scene to say goodbye - but were too late

  27-09-2023 17:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A 15-year-old girl has died following a reported stabbing. Her family raced to be with her in her last moments, but she was pronounced dead at the scene
  
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• Tribute to parents of sick baby Indi Gregory as they are given more time to get legal help

  27-09-2023 17:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Neither of the seven-month-old's parents were at the hearing as a judge told the court they are utterly devoted to their daughter and constantly by her bedside
  
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• Banksy anti-Iraq War protest placards sell for £24,700 in 'bidding battle'

  27-09-2023 16:56 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The cardboard placards were made for a protest march in London in 2003, opposing the Iraq War.
  
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• Married at First Sight star breaks silence on show and says 'this is not fair'

  27-09-2023 16:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There have been some explosive scenes in the first few weeks of the new series
  
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• West Country beaches amongst most 'Instagrammable' in UK - Bristol Live

  27-09-2023 16:36
  
  West Country beaches amongst most 'Instagrammable' in UK  Bristol Live
  
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• Bath: Premiership club submit plans to redevelop the Recreation Ground

  27-09-2023 16:22 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bath reach "historic milestone" as the planning application for the redevelopment of the Recreation Ground has been submitted, says their CEO.
  
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• Daughter of homeless woman eaten by 14ft alligator says whole family feeling 'devastation'

  27-09-2023 16:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sabrina Peckham's daughter payed a touching tribute to her mother, who battled drug addiction and homelessness before being killed by the huge reptile last week
  
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• Teen mistakenly thought to have eating disorder after losing 4st actually had blood cancer

  27-09-2023 16:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sophie Bosely, now 26, was 14 when her weight dropped from about 13st to 9st
  
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• Home Office refuses to say why Border Force vessel is in Bristol Harbour

  27-09-2023 15:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The MV Balmoral has been used by border force officers for training exercised previously
  
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• Bristol activist wins Diana Award for helping first-in-family students

  27-09-2023 15:48 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Alaya Holloway has received the Diana Award for helping first-generation students graduate.
  
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• EastEnders fans 'rumble' Gina Knight's ex who broke her heart as killed-off character

  27-09-2023 15:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Fans have taken notice of how Gina's ex-boyfriend keeps being mentioned in conversation, causing them to come up with theories that he could be someone already known to viewers.
  
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• Man arrested after stolen bus seized at M4 service station

  27-09-2023 15:21 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A man in his 20s is in police custody after a stolen First West of England bus was found on the M4.
  
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• Teenager killed on way to school rejected flowers from boy moments before stabbing

  27-09-2023 15:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The 15-year-old girl died after being stabbed during Wednesday morning rush hour - a teenage boy has been arrested
  
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• Two cocaine dealers taken off the streets of Weston-super-Mare

  27-09-2023 15:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two young men have been jailed after being caught trying to sell cocaine on the streets
  
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• Full transcript of LBC interview with Susan Hall concerning historic Tweets

  27-09-2023 15:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  London Conservative Mayoral candidate Ms Hall told a phone-in she “can’t remember” supporting a 2019 post by far-right commentator Katie Hopkins
  
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• Love Island star slams 'disgraceful' XL Bully ban as 'idiots' will just move on to next breed

  27-09-2023 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "There is no such thing as a bad dog"
  
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• Marks and Spencer releases Christmas food pre-orders and collection slots

  27-09-2023 14:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Shoppers can pay a £50 deposit then cover the existing balance when they collect in December
  
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• The biggest scams of 2023 - and how you can avoid them

  27-09-2023 14:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They range from Amazon and DVLA scams, to those involving crypto-romance
  
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• Appeal for witnesses following collision on A38

  27-09-2023 14:46 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for witnesses to a collision on the A38 last month. At around 1.50pm on Sunday 20 August, two vans were travelling on the A38 between Taunton and Wellington. While going round a roundabout for Egremont Road, they collided and one van left the scene. Thankfully, no one was seriously injured and the driver who left the scene has now been identified and is cooperate with police...
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• Dad who lost 10 stone feels 'disgusted' at own reflection due to excess skin

  27-09-2023 14:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Andrew Simmonds and his wife decided to lose weight together, but after shedding 10 stone he now feels paranoid about his excess skin
  
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• 'Freshly stolen' Bristol bus found at M4 service station

  27-09-2023 14:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "You wait and wait for a bus and then….a stolen one arrives," Wiltshire Police RPU said
  
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• Men jailed over cocaine supply, Weston-super-Mare

  27-09-2023 13:56 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Two men have been jailed for their parts in supplying cocaine in Weston-super-Mare. Muhammed Edrissi, 19, of no fixed abode, was arrested at 1.30pm on 19 March 2023 in the Boulevard, after being found in possession of cocaine and cash. He denied charges of possessing 10 grammes of cocaine with intent to supply and possession of criminal property (£180 cash). Edrissi was found guilty by a jury...
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• Ambulance trust chief announces departure

  27-09-2023 13:55 via bbc.co.uk
  
  South Western Ambulance Service Trust boss announces plans to leave the organisation.
  
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• Missing Bristol man who failed to turn up at work found after search

  27-09-2023 13:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police has confirmed Richard has been found
  
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• Expert says these everyday bad habits could be costing you hundreds in fuel every year

  27-09-2023 13:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  From changing gear at the right time, to making sure your tyres are properly inflated - they all add up
  
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• Call 999 if you see missing Bristol man who failed to turn up at work

  27-09-2023 13:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Richard was last seen in Bedminster on Monday, September 25, and has been reported missing. He may be driving a grey Toyota Avensis.
  
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• Tesco announce 'groundbreaking' trial to help people with skin conditions

  27-09-2023 13:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Millions of people have skin conditions which they struggle to treat with many feeling they can't turn to their doctor for help
  
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• Former Strictly star Ellie Taylor says show 'absolutely spoiled' dancing for her

  27-09-2023 13:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The comedian revealed that she has not brushed up on her dancing skills since leaving the show in the tenth week last year
  
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• The UK's biggest restaurant serves more than 300 dishes and diners are handed map on arrival

  27-09-2023 13:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "This place is amazing, recommend 100%"
  
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• Bristol City: How an 'absolute turnaround' helped return to WSL

  27-09-2023 13:05 via bbc.co.uk
  
  As Bristol City return to the Women's Super League, BBC Sport finds out how the club has transformed since its last stint in the top tier.
  
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• Mum's instinct saved young son's life after GP said he had hayfever

  27-09-2023 12:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  At three-years-old Daniel Bell was diagnosed with a brain tumour
  
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• 'I'ma 35-year-old virgin because I prefer nights in to the pub'

  27-09-2023 12:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Anya says she wouldn't know where to start when it comes to finding a partner
  
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• Dramatic cliff fall caught on camera by West Country walkers

  27-09-2023 12:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tonnes of rock and earth collapsed from the cliff face before the eyes of
  
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• Women working at Bristol City Council paid less than men, annual pay gap shows

  27-09-2023 12:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The gender pay gap has narrowed slightly compared to last year and now stands at just under 8 per cent
  
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• Andy Burnham and West of England mayor meet to discuss Bristol bus franchising

  27-09-2023 12:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dan Norris has faced months of calls to explore how franchising could help the region’s struggling public transport
  
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• Storm Agnes weather warning update issued as gale force winds batter Bristol

  27-09-2023 12:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The warning remains in place on the North Somerset coast and the Bristol Channel, but has been removed from South Bristol
  
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• DWP issues Universal Credit and ESA warning to claimants that payments could be stopped

  27-09-2023 12:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Department for Work and Pensions says it will ramp up its reassessments of thousands of 'unfit for work' benefit claimants
  
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• Oti Mabuse's Strictly departure came after she 'cried in the shower' after dealing with 'interesting personalities'

  27-09-2023 11:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The professional dancer had the pleasure of working with some great amateur celebrity dancers over the years, but there were some she didn't see eye to eye with
  
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• Rare £5 expected to go for mega £16,000 at auction

  27-09-2023 11:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The fiver is among a collection other other 'extremely rare' and sought after notes due to go to auction next month
  
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