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• Disruption to Bristol train services will last until 'at least midday tomorrow'

  20-10-2023 21:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Great Western Railway has apologised as Storm Babet continues to cause chaos
  
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• M4 crash: Two women killed in multi-vehicle collision near Bristol

  20-10-2023 21:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident involved four cars and a HGV and has led to a closure on the motorway for most of today (October 20). Emergency repairs are also being carried out at the scene
  
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• M4 emergency repairs after serious lorry crash near Bristol

  20-10-2023 20:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Part of the M4 remains shut eastbound with no confirmed reopening time in the pipeline according to National Highways. One lane on the westbound side has reopened
  
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• Crash closes M4 as schools shut amid Storm Babet flooding

  20-10-2023 19:58 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Trains are being cancelled due to disruption from heavy rain and traffic is being held on the M4.
  
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• Claire Holland murder trial shown her final movements before she vanished a decade ago

  20-10-2023 18:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The mum of four left a Bristol city centre pub in 2012 and has not been seen since
  
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• Physio fears for colleagues stuck in Gaza hospital after three confirmed dead

  20-10-2023 17:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  “For me it’s not even about taking sides, it's about innocent civilians in a desperate situation.”
  
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• Third Storm Babet death as man dies after getting caught in flood water

  20-10-2023 17:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police said the man in his 60s was reported in the water on Friday morning and was found dead around two hours later
  
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• M4 lorry crash: Motorway closed 'well into evening' as drivers warned to 'plan ahead'

  20-10-2023 17:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The incident has reportedly involved a lorry and two cars - there has not yet been any official information regarding injuries
  
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• Concerns plans to introduce blue badge fees for disabled drivers could see them penalised twice

  20-10-2023 17:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The authority is set to introduce a £10 fee for the blue badge scheme as well as scrapping free parking
  
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• Diabetic, 26, shares injection videos on social media to help others

  20-10-2023 17:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jasmine Jaffar, who works in marketing, was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when she was 12
  
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• AD FEATURE: Blaise High School in Henbury introduces School In Action tours

  20-10-2023 17:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Parents and members of the community can now experience daily life at the school
  
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• Witnesses and footage sought after collision

  20-10-2023 16:59 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re appealing for witnesses and footage after a collision in Frome which has left a man in a critical condition in hospital. It happened on Rodden Road, Frome, just before 9am on Thursday 19 October. A black VW Golf was in collision with a black DAF skip lorry which was stationary while delivering a skip onto a driveway. The driver of the Golf, a man in his twenties, went to hospital where he...
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• Tyres deflated on more than 100 SUVs and 4x4s in Bristol overnight

  20-10-2023 16:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The group say they are young people who know it will 'cause extreme frustration and resentment' but they are 'left with no other option'
  
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• Crossbow and samurai sword seized in drug crackdown

  20-10-2023 16:46 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Police said they had arrested 94 people and seized £73,000 as part of Operation Scorpion.
  
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• Stomach pains, diarrhoea and tiredness are symptoms of life-changing condition warns doctor

  20-10-2023 16:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  If you're persistently suffering from stomach pains and diarrhoea you may have Crohn’s Disease
  
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• Martin Lewis urgent HMRC warning to women over age of 66 who could be due ‘big money’

  20-10-2023 16:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People of state pension age could be missing out on money and owed 'tens of thousands' of pounds he warned - and the government is currently sending out letters
  
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• Bristol's Big Fat Quiz of the Week from raging storms to landmark birthdays

  20-10-2023 16:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We've rounded up some of the biggest local and national stories from the past week but have you been paying attention?
  
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• E4 Married at First Sight's Ella takes action after abuse from hateful trolls

  20-10-2023 16:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ella is taking a break from social media after being hounded by trolls posting hateful transphobic messages online. She has suffered a backlash after going on a date behind her husbands back.
  
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• Train flooding chaos to impact Bristol services for rest of day

  20-10-2023 16:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Heavy rain from Storm Babet has left tracks serving the city's stations submerged in water and is causing major disruption in the process
  
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• Indian takeaways: Restaurant owners say high prices down to perfect storm

  20-10-2023 16:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
  BBC Asian Network compare the price of a chicken curry at Indian restaurants in major UK cities.
  
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• Michael Mosley explains 'gentle exercise' scientifically proven to help with back pain

  20-10-2023 15:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The health and wellbeing expert said Pilates can be used for short periods by pregnant women and people with arthritis to great benefit
  
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• Get M5 traffic and travel updates straight to your phone from across the South West

  20-10-2023 15:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  We'll send updates via WhatsApp on delays, traffic and roadworks so you never need to unexpectedly find yourself in hours and hours of traffic again
  
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• Ted Hill: Bath flanker sidelined for months with upper leg injury

  20-10-2023 14:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Bath flanker Ted Hill is set to miss "a number of months" because of an upper leg injury.
  
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• Free LEGO at Smyths Toys stores this weekend in huge giveaway event

  20-10-2023 14:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• DWP payments worth £1,100 to land in bank accounts this winter

  20-10-2023 13:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People receiving benefits are still due a number of payments before the year ends. We have listed the DWP payments and those who are eligible.
  
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• Tired dad who had swollen foot underwent 'gruelling' treatment following shocking diagnosis

  20-10-2023 13:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dene Firth died one year after being diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia
  
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• Early signs and symptoms of osteoporosis as 'silent disease' affects three million people in UK

  20-10-2023 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  World Osteoporosis Day is being marked and awareness of the common condition is being raised as many don't realise they're at risk from it
  
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• Train lines serving Bristol Temple Meads closed by severe flooding

  20-10-2023 12:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Great Western Railway (GWR) said disruption is likely to remain for the rest of today (October 20). GWR says no replacement bus service is available due to flooding on roads.
  
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• Bristol nurse laughed when she heard she had breast cancer

  20-10-2023 12:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristol's Children's Hospital nurse discovered the lump while showering
  
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• BBC EastEnders fans think they've rumbled newcomer Avani's real identity as 'big shock' in store for Ravi

  20-10-2023 12:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Priya shocked Ravi and viewers in revealing Avani was his daughter - though dedicated fans think not all is as it seems
  
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• Listening to Taylor Swift could improve your skin's complexion - here's how

  20-10-2023 12:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Playing songs by the megastar could reduce your chances of developing skin conditions like rosacea and acne breakouts
  
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• Woman told she has months to live after diagnosis triggers

  20-10-2023 12:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Charlotte Brah warned her brother Dev Paddem, 37, about the CDH1 mutation which meant doctors were able to take action and save him
  
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• Masked Singer star Joel Dommett shares famous friends' 'best' parenting tips after becoming first-time dad

  20-10-2023 12:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Joel and partner Hannah have welcomed newborn son Wilde into the world and have had helpful advice from Holly Willoughby and Davina McCall.
  
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• 'Healthy' foods that don’t actually count towards your five-a-day

  20-10-2023 11:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Brits are being warned several popular foods that appear healthy don't actually count towards their five-a-day target
  
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• Holidaymaker trapped in M4 gridlock fears missing flight due to travel chaos but says some are having a worse day

  20-10-2023 11:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The M4 is fully closed by a crash and train lines are blocked by flooding this morning (October 20)
  
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• Holidaymaker trapped in M4 gridlock fears missing flight - but says some are having a worse day

  20-10-2023 11:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The M4 is fully closed by a crash and train lines are blocked by flooding this morning (October 20)
  
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• Bristol Conservatives criticise council plans to change Portway road

  20-10-2023 11:25 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Plans for new bus lanes and wider pavements have been criticised over a potential congestion increase.
  
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• M4 diversion route after serious lorry crash near Bristol

  20-10-2023 11:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police said the motorway will be closed for "some time" and are urging motorists to avoid the area
  
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• M4 near Bristol closed for recovery operation after serious lorry crash

  20-10-2023 11:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police have urged motorists to find alternative routes following the closure which is likely to last for some time.
  
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• Woman, 47, unable to work since having Covid jab in January

  20-10-2023 11:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Christine had worked for the NHS for 21 years, she now needs handrails and a commode in her home
  
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• Men identified after public appeal

  20-10-2023 10:50 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’ve identified two men we wanted to speak to as part of our enquiries after a stolen bank card was used at a shop in Avonmeads, Bristol, in July. We’d like to thank everyone who got in touch with information after CCTV images were released in a public appeal earlier this month. Enquiries into the theft and fraud offences continue.
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• Live: M4 'traffic problem' stops vehicles near Bristol

  20-10-2023 10:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The problem took place heading eastbound this morning (October 20)
  
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• Live: M4 closed both ways after lorry flips near Bristol

  20-10-2023 10:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The crash took place heading eastbound this morning (October 20)
  
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• M5 and M4 traffic live: Flooding and spillage sparks severe delays on motorways

  20-10-2023 10:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Commuters face long delays today
  
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• Marmite dark room opening in Bristol with free gifts on offer

  20-10-2023 10:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The pop-up venue is opening next week
  
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• Urgent new Foreign Office advice for anyone travelling to France

  20-10-2023 09:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  High level of terror alert for attacks means that any public area including sports venues, shopping centres and airports could be evacuated without notice
  
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• Bristol train disruption due to flooding on railway - live updates

  20-10-2023 09:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Disruption is expected to last until 10am this morning (October 20)
  
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• Married at First Sight bride 'dating another contestant' as pair spotted together

  20-10-2023 09:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Viewers did not see this plot twist coming
  
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• Foreign Office updates Spain advice for anyone travelling there on holiday

  20-10-2023 08:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  School holidays are imminent and officials want people to be aware of potential threats and also of strike action planned
  
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• National Lottery winners 'ignored' email confirming windfall as they believed it was fake

  20-10-2023 08:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The couple were left speechless when they finally replied
  
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