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• Two boys arrested in Bristol after attempted motorbike theft

  26-10-2023 22:14 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Two boys, aged 16 and 17, are arrested after an incident where members of public were threatened.
  
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• Teenagers arrested after dramatic attempted motorbike theft in Clifton

  26-10-2023 20:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police were called to Berkeley Square on Monday afternoon (October 23)
  
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• Arrests made after attempt to steal motorbike in Clifton, Bristol

  26-10-2023 20:07 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Police investigating an attempted theft of a motorbike in which members of the public were threatened have made two arrests. At 3.44pm on Monday 23 October witnesses called reporting the incident in Berkeley Square, Clifton, Bristol. A moment later the suspects – three young men – made off on a motorbike towards Park Street, after members of the public challenged them. Officers attended...
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• Live: Man wanted in connection with ongoing murder investigation

  26-10-2023 19:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police are urging people not to approach Richard Scatchard
  
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• Moving tributes to West Country dad and headteacher who died aged 41

  26-10-2023 18:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  James Hayworth died in Cambridgeshire after a short hospital stay
  
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• Chilling 999 call hears Claire Holland's ex-partner 'confess' to murdering mum, court hears

  26-10-2023 18:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The mother-of-four has not been seen since leaving a pub in Bristol over 10 years ago
  
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• Renewed appeal to find wanted man Richard Scatchard

  26-10-2023 18:12 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We’re renewing our appeal for help finding wanted man Richard Scatchard. The 70-year-old is wanted on a recall to prison and is considered a risk to the public, specifically women he forms relationships with. Detectives also want to talk to him in connection with an ongoing murder inquiry. He was last seen in Minehead on 16 October but he could be anywhere in the country.
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• Mikey Roynon death: Boy in court over fatal stabbing at party

  26-10-2023 18:10 via bbc.co.uk
  
  The boy from Wiltshire is one of three teenagers charged with 16-year-old Mikey Roynon's murder.
  
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• Joey Barton: Bristol Rovers sack manager with club 16th in League One

  26-10-2023 18:03 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Joey Barton is sacked as Bristol Rovers manager after almost three years in charge of the League One side.
  
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• Plans to build 35,000 homes by 2040 announced

  26-10-2023 17:59 via bbc.co.uk
  
  A major blueprint for the future of housing and development in Bristol has been unveiled.
  
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• Home Bargains' 'beautiful' Christmas gingerbread collection fans want for festive table

  26-10-2023 17:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  With so much to choose from and the classic Christmas design, shoppers are going wild for the new Gingerbread man range
  
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• M5 traffic live: Serious crash shuts motorway

  26-10-2023 17:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emergency crews are at the scene
  
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• Mapped - the Victorian disease making a comeback across England cases near your home

  26-10-2023 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The number of cases of tuberculosis (TB) has risen sparking concerns it could be on the way back
  
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• Mapped - the Victorian disease making a comeback across England and cases near your home

  26-10-2023 17:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The number of cases of tuberculosis (TB) has risen sparking concerns it could be on the way back
  
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• Doctor says £1.50 skin product works just as well for reducing wrinkles as high-end eye creams

  26-10-2023 17:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many people say their wrinkles have 'disappeared' just by using the beauty hack of applying moisturiser and petrolatum jelly
  
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• Bristol mayor Marvin Rees shakes up his Labour cabinet ahead of next local elections

  26-10-2023 17:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Cabinet members are responsible for overseeing parts of the council
  
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• Mum-of-two spends £60 on Christmas presents for each of her children

  26-10-2023 17:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Yarka Krajickova spends £60 on each of her kids and £50 on her husband
  
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• Hope for Bristol's Yew Tree Farm as homes plan ditched

  26-10-2023 17:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Yew Tree Farm has faced a series of planning battles in recent years
  
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• Hundreds fill pub after 'Bristol legend' and grandma-of-17 Lurline Bailey dies

  26-10-2023 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "My mum had said to me before she died 'when I do pass away, the whole of Bristol will come out to say goodbye to me'. And they did."
  
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• Doctor shares potential new treatments for migraine sufferers

  26-10-2023 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is fresh hope for people who struggle with the debilitating headaches
  
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• Doctor shares new treatments for migraine sufferers

  26-10-2023 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is fresh hope for people who struggle with the debilitating headaches
  
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• 'Everybody started screaming' - Mum describes anguish as firework caught on child's scarf before exploding

  26-10-2023 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The stray firework caught in four-year-old Maisie's scarf and she suffered terrible burns. Treatment left her screaming in agony and she has been scarred for life.
  
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• Aristocrat Constance Marten and partner Mark Gordon answer manslaughter charges after baby death

  26-10-2023 16:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The couple face allegations of manslaughter, perverting the course of justice by concealing the body, concealing the birth of a child, child cruelty and allowing the death of a child
  
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• Maya Jama says she feels 'really heavy' after 'praying and crying' on off day

  26-10-2023 16:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Despite often looking happy on social media, Bristol-raised Maya reassured fans that this isn't always the case as she opened up about not feeling her "usual self"
  
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• Savvy woman preserves vegetables for her family Christmas dinner months in advance

  26-10-2023 16:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Gubba, 23, lives on a farm and starts her Christmas prep as early as August
  
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• Concern growing for missing man last seen in Lockleaze - live updates

  26-10-2023 15:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon and Somerset Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of 70-year-old Christopher
  
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• Live: Lorry gets wedged in narrow street in West Country town

  26-10-2023 14:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A delivery lorry has caused traffic chaos in a pretty town in Cornwall after getting stuck between buildings in a narrow lane. The one-way system in Fowey is reportedly gridlocked.
  
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• Mum diagnosed with persistent migraines rushed to hospital after she was found frothing at the mouth

  26-10-2023 14:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ria Doak's husband found her screaming in pain and incoherent in the early hours of the morning - and it turned out to be something very serious
  
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• New Bristol venue will serve up nachos and drinks in former Poundstretcher

  26-10-2023 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The venue is being opened by the same team behind Crofters Rights and the Llandoger Trow
  
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• Woman's death at Brean holiday park sparks murder probe

  26-10-2023 14:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A suspect was arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. Now officers from Avon and Somerset Police have told villagers to expect a heightened police presence in the coming days.
  
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• Up to 1,400 homes earmarked for greenbelt countryside on edge of Bristol

  26-10-2023 14:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The draft Local Plan includes three sites to be removed from protected greenbelt status
  
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• Ascona grows portfolio to 61 sites in the UK with Bristol acquisition - Talking Retail

  26-10-2023 14:14
  
  Ascona grows portfolio to 61 sites in the UK with Bristol acquisition  Talking Retail
  
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• Murder investigation launched following death in Brean

  26-10-2023 13:34 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a woman in Brean yesterday (Wednesday 25 October). Officers were called to a holiday park off Weston Road at around 4.50pm and, on arrival, found a woman with a significant injury. Despite the best efforts of officers, the woman was sadly pronounced deceased at around 5.20pm. While formal identification has not yet taken place...
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• Dog expert's tips for fireworks and Bonfire Night anxiety - 'start playing drum and bass now'

  26-10-2023 13:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A Bristol animal behaviourist has shared her nine top tips to help your dog to keep calm when November 5 comes around
  
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• Ascona grows portfolio to 61 sites in the UK with Bristol acquisition - Retail Times

  26-10-2023 13:30
  
  Ascona grows portfolio to 61 sites in the UK with Bristol acquisition  Retail Times
  
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• Mum who felt back spasms two weeks after giving birth suffered near-fatal condition hours later

  26-10-2023 13:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Rachel Gardiner was bringing her daughter Charlotte home from a baby class when she suffered from a stroke
  
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• When do the clocks change in 2023, which devices automatically update and what must I alter myself?

  26-10-2023 13:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Twice every year people have to reset their clocks and gadgets as the clocks go either back or forward an hour
  
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• 'Strap yourself in' as Sarah Lancashire and Keira Knightley starring in new Netflix thriller

  26-10-2023 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many people excited as Sarah Lancashire confirmed to be starring in the series alongside Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw
  
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• 'Strap yourself in' as Sarah Lancashire and Keira Knightley star in new Netflix thriller

  26-10-2023 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many people excited as Sarah Lancashire confirmed to be starring in the series alongside Keira Knightley and Ben Whishaw
  
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• Harry Potter star paralysed on iconic film set speaks out about ordeal

  26-10-2023 12:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He's still 'immensely proud' of his time on Harry Potter and the 'the joy and comfort it brings to audiences around the world'
  
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• CCTV appeal after attempted motorbike theft

  26-10-2023 12:18 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We’re appealing for witnesses and information after thieves trying to steal a motorbike threatened members of the public. It was reported at 3.44pm on Monday 23 October in Berkeley Square, Clifton, Bristol. A moment later the suspects – three young men on a motorbike – made off towards Park Street, deterred by the brave actions of witnesses who challenged them. The men are all described as white...
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• Clifton bike incident: No arrests after have-a-go heroes drive violent armed gang from Bristol street

  26-10-2023 12:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A group of brave residents took action after seeing a group of masked men attempting to smash the lock from a motorcycle in Berkeley Square, Clifton. No arrests have so far been made.
  
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• Ofwat names four worst performing water firms as £1.4bn paid out to shareholders

  26-10-2023 11:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Serious concerns raised over finances of companies - which have paid out billions to shareholders since privatistation
  
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• Bristol accountancy practice merges with Top 40 UK firm - Business Live

  26-10-2023 11:31
  Bristol accountancy practice merges with Top 40 UK firm  Business Live
  
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• Alex Beresford reflects on GMB row with Piers Morgan after tearfully winning Celebrity Race Across The World

  26-10-2023 11:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristol-born presenter and his dad, Noel, beat McFly's Harry Judd and All Saints' Melanie Blatt as they arrived at the checkpoint in Norway
  
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• Car windscreen defrosted in seconds with little-known 'magic button'

  26-10-2023 11:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "Wow, I've been driving for over 24 years and I just learned this."
  
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• Urgent HMRC scam warning as key signs of fake emails explained

  26-10-2023 11:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Con artists are impersonating the government department with 130,000 reports of attacks this year
  
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• 'What's next, cancelling Santa?' - BBC antiques expert fumes as museum drops 'Christmas' from market

  26-10-2023 10:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  David Harper says it is becoming close to a Cromwellian society and questions what will be banned next - Santa, reindeers or Christmas hats
  
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• Watch as brave Clifton residents confront masked hammer-wielding gang trying to steal motorbike

  26-10-2023 10:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Three balaclava-wearing men descended on Clifton's affluent Berkeley Square in broad daylight and tried to smash a bike lock. One resident was seen chasing after them with a fire extinguisher.
  
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• Schoolboy sent to isolation as 'mullet' hairstyle 'too extreme'

  26-10-2023 09:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Teachers said the famous Aussie-style trim was 'unacceptable' and ‘unprofessional’
  
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