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• MP protests in support of hunger strike prisoner

  17-12-2025 22:22 via bbc.com
  MP Zarah Sultana demands urgent medical care for a remand prisoner at Surrey's HMP Bronzefield.
  
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• 'I feel incredible' - Evans fighting fit for Rovers' relegation scrap

  17-12-2025 19:35 via bbc.com
  Bristol Rovers' new head coach Steve Evans on losing eight-and-a-half stones in weight and his battle to keep the Gas in the EFL.
  
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• Beautiful pictures of Aria Thorpe released by heartbroken family

  17-12-2025 19:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tributes have been pouring in following the nine-year-old's death
  
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• Family of stabbed girl say she was 'full of life'

  17-12-2025 19:00 via bbc.com
  Aria Thorpe's family say the nine-year-old was "bubbly" and loved country music.
  
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• Bristol University building evacuated after 'smoke' incident - Yahoo News UK

  17-12-2025 18:49
  Bristol University building evacuated after 'smoke' incident  Yahoo News UK
  
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• Bristol University building evacuated after 'smoke' incident

  17-12-2025 18:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The university said it will be investigating the cause of the incident
  
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• Plea to save 'important' Georgian house and garden

  17-12-2025 18:28 via bbc.com
  Councillors are being urged to save the Georgian Garden over fears that it could be lost.
  
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• Live: Huge M4 delays after crash at Almondsbury Interchange

  17-12-2025 18:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Two lanes have been closed on the motorway
  
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• What are the 'meanwhile' sites for van-dwellers in Bristol?

  17-12-2025 17:34 via bbc.com
  A new site with 14 pitches for vehicle-dwellers is due to open in Bristol in the new year.
  
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• MAFS UK groom 'thriving' months after brutal split as he flaunts new partner

  17-12-2025 17:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Married at First Sight UK star has sent fans into a frenzy after sharing a video with his new partner
  
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• Bristol school closes down today after more than 50 years

  17-12-2025 16:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The school's leadership thanked staff for their professionalism amid uncertainty
  
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• 'Life-changing' injuries after Southmead crash involving vehicle and cyclist

  17-12-2025 16:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police closed the road
  
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• Bristol Rovers

  17-12-2025 16:32 via bbc.co.uk
  New Head Coach Steve Evans talks about joining Bristol Rovers.
  
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• UK will rejoin Erasmus student scheme in 2027

  17-12-2025 16:09 via bbc.com
  The UKleft in December 2020 as part of the post-Brexit trade deal with the EU negotiated by Boris Johnson.
  
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• Josie Gibson shares exciting announcement 'I've finally made it'

  17-12-2025 16:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This Morning presenter Josie Gibson shared a career update with her fans on Instagram
  
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• Mum 'doesn't know how she'll pay bills' after spending £15k on Christmas gifts

  17-12-2025 15:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Channel 5 Rich Kids Go Skint star Jodie Weston spent £15,000 on Christmas presents for her two-year-old son and now faces reduced income and worries about paying her January bills
  
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• Mum 'doesn't know how she'll pay bills' after spending £15 on Christmas gifts

  17-12-2025 15:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Channel 5 Rich Kids Go Skint star Jodie Weston spent £15,000 on Christmas presents for her two-year-old son and now faces reduced income and worries about paying her January bills
  
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• NHS blood pressure medication alert for amlodipine and ramipril users

  17-12-2025 15:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  NHS guidance issued on common blood pressure medications, including amlodipine, ramipril, and lisinopril
  
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• Seven to face trial next year over child sexual exploitation charges

  17-12-2025 15:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The case involves the rape of girls as young as 14
  
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• Rooney bicycle kick vs Man City crowned greatest Premier League goal by experts

  17-12-2025 15:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A team of experts have used a unique formula to objectively rank the Premier League's most memorable goals, with Wayne Rooney's bicycle kick coming out on top
  
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• Footballer Ethan McLeod, 21, dies in horror M1 smash as Macclesfield FC pays tribute

  17-12-2025 15:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A moving tribute has been paid to the 'incredibly talented' striker Ethan McLeod
  
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• Stubborn Wetherspoon customer refuses to queue for beer as it's 'anti-British'

  17-12-2025 14:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jack waited at the bat for 10 minutes until staff served him
  
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• Owners are breaking the dog walking rules every day, report says

  17-12-2025 14:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dogs Trust has explained what people are doing wrong and how you should approach it
  
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• NHS flu and mask update as expert expects 'thousands of deaths'

  17-12-2025 14:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Health Secretary Wes Streeting has said where and when people will wear masks
  
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• Marnie Simpson's hack for turning Christmas decorating into family fun

  17-12-2025 14:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Marnie said she transformed an ordinary day into a DIY Christmas craft session
  
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• People who take common medication should avoid two fruit juices

  17-12-2025 13:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People taking it need to be aware that certain drinks could lead to issues
  
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• When will Love Island All Stars 2026 return?

  17-12-2025 13:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Love Island All Stars returns for series 3 in 2026 - here's what we know so far
  
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• Two harbour deaths in a month as calls made to 'prevent further loss of life'

  17-12-2025 13:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'Cold water shock can make it extremely difficult to get out, particularly if you are intoxicated'
  
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• Sykes out with quad injury and Bird return delayed

  17-12-2025 13:30 via bbc.com
  Bristol City will be without midfielder Mark Sykes for a "few weeks" due to injury while Max Bird's return is also put back.
  
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• Aria Thorpe murder suspect appears in court after nine-year-old stabbed in Weston-super-Mare

  17-12-2025 13:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The teenager spoke only to confirm his name
  
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• Aldi introduces UK-wide policy for customers to follow in all stores

  17-12-2025 13:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The supermarket has issued the new limit as shoppers prepare for Christmas
  
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• 'High-risk' Bristol road set for £2.2m safety revamp

  17-12-2025 13:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People can give their feedback on the plans
  
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• Hundreds of new homes on waterlogged playing fields to help pay for new school

  17-12-2025 13:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The development also includes potentially creating a new running track and allotments
  
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• Number of visitor parking permits to but cut by half

  17-12-2025 12:56 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It's part of a shake-up around RPZs
  
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• Top 10 items in Christmas stockings this year - including chargers

  17-12-2025 12:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Phone chargers have replaced walnuts as the Christmas stocking must-have
  
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• DWP payment rises set for 2026 includes PIP, Attendance Allowance and DLA

  17-12-2025 12:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Here's what you need to know about planned benefit rises in April
  
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• Calls to give Formula One champion Lando Norris the Freedom of Bristol

  17-12-2025 12:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Formula One world champion was born in the city
  
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• BBC studio evacuated as live broadcast abruptly taken off air

  17-12-2025 11:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The BBC South East news team were evacuated during today's BBC Breakfast programme
  
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• DWP income boost worth thousands that 760,000 do not claim - see if you are eligible

  17-12-2025 10:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Nearly 1.4 million pensioners receive support worth an average of £4,300 in 2025/26, but hundreds of thousands are still not claiming
  
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• Seven in court over grooming gang offences - live updates

  17-12-2025 10:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is their first appearance at Bristol Crown Court
  
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• Exact best date to go food shopping to ensure it lasts through Christmas

  17-12-2025 10:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The average household estimates they are losing £88 a year on spoiled vegetables
  
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• BBC Breakfast's Jon Kay and Sally Nugent pay tribute as they share death announcement

  17-12-2025 10:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast hosts Jon Kay and Sally Nugent announced the death of American actor Gil Gerard, best known for Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, who died aged 82
  
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• Boy charged after death of girl, nine

  17-12-2025 10:02 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A boy has been charged with murder following the death of a nine-year-old girl in Weston-super-Mare. The 15-year-old has been remanded and will appear at Bristol Magistrates’ Court today (Wednesday 17 December). The formal identification process has not yet been completed, but we can confirm the boy has been charged with the murder of Aria Thorpe. It follows emergency services being…
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• Latest flu advice - wear a mask, distance, wash hands and 'space out parties'

  17-12-2025 09:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Thousands of people have been hospitalised by this year's strain
  
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• £10 off taxis and meals on Christmas Day if you have one employer

  17-12-2025 09:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  You need to make sure you are registered by December 21
  
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• M32 crash delays Bristol commuters during rush hour

  17-12-2025 09:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The crash affected traffic heading into the city centre
  
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• Live: M32 crash causing rush-hour delays

  17-12-2025 09:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The crash is affecting traffic heading into the city centre
  
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• BBC Breakfast guest 'heartbroken' after legend announces terminal cancer diagnosis

  17-12-2025 09:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast hosts Sally Nugent and Jon Kay discussed Sir Chris Hoy's terminal cancer diagnosis on Wednesday
  
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• Santander account holders face big change from today

  17-12-2025 08:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The high street bank is reducing the interest rate on its £5-per-month packaged account
  
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• Biggest baby names of 2026 set to include some old favourites

  17-12-2025 08:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Parents are taking name inspiration from the 60s, 70s, 90s and popular fiction
  
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