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• Bath face 'fight' to get in play-offs - Van Graan

  03-03-2026 20:59 via bbc.com
  Prem champions Bath face "a fight" to get into the play-offs this season, says head of rugby Johann van Graan.
  
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• M5 diversion route in full as police incident shuts motorway

  03-03-2026 20:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Emergency services are at the scene
  
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• The Matthew 'future at risk' because it's stuck in Bristol's harbour

  03-03-2026 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "The council’s lack of proactive investment in essential harbour infrastructure...now threaten the commercial viability of The Matthew"
  
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• M5 reopens after police incident

  03-03-2026 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• Live: M5 closed as police incident unfolds

  03-03-2026 20:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
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• Floating wetland in Bristol harbour providing new habitat for birds and butterflies

  03-03-2026 18:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are plans to create more as part of a wide-ranging ecological emergency action plan
  
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• Boy, 12, stranded in Middle East amid conflict

  03-03-2026 18:53 via bbc.com
  Passengers are unable to return due to travel restrictions caused by the US-Israel war with Iran.
  
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• Bristol, UK: Sustainable Air Mobility Set To Transform Tourism - Travel And Tour World

  03-03-2026 18:41
  Bristol, UK: Sustainable Air Mobility Set To Transform Tourism  Travel And Tour World
  
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• Bristol sign number eight Kareem for 2026-27 season

  03-03-2026 18:22 via bbc.com
  Bristol Bears sign number eight Khalik Kareem from Championship side Worcester Warriors for the 2026-27 season.
  
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• Bristol to be 'hotter than Corfu' as Met Office forecasts glorious sunshine this week

  03-03-2026 17:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Spring may finally be showing itself
  
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• Overflowing communal bins creating a 'green slum'

  03-03-2026 17:48 via bbc.com
  Residents say scrapping household bins has led to a drop in recycling and a surge in fly-tipping.
  
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• Love Island All Stars' Lucinda breaks silence on heartbreaking moment which never aired

  03-03-2026 17:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Lucinda Strafford has opened up about feeling isolated on Love Island: All Stars, including an emotional moment that wasn't shown on TV
  
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• Police patrols continue in Bristol after 'school war' threat - Yahoo News UK

  03-03-2026 17:19
  Police patrols continue in Bristol after 'school war' threat  Yahoo News UK
  
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• Police patrols continue in Bristol after 'school war' threat

  03-03-2026 17:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Leaders have sought to reassure parents
  
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• Fears St Pauls could become ‘UK’s first Green slum’ due to rubbish crisis

  03-03-2026 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The inner-city neighbourhood has unpopular communal bins for residents to place their rubbish in
  
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• Two years on from Jack O'Sullivan's disappearance

  03-03-2026 15:55 via bbc.co.uk
  Jack's family 'continue to keep hope alive' in a desperate hunt for answers.
  
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• 'Incredibly rare' stamps to sell for up to £200k

  03-03-2026 15:38 via bbc.com
  The stamps are due to be auctioned and experts are expecting them to attract a lot of interest.
  
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• March: Bristol part of new £50m consortium tackling one of UK’s biggest killers | News and features - University of Bristol

  03-03-2026 15:32
  March: Bristol part of new £50m consortium tackling one of UK’s biggest killers | News and features  University of Bristol
  
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• Man named and charged after sexual assault incidents

  03-03-2026 14:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A trial has been set for September 2027
  
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• Bristol is the least affordable city to rent outside of London

  03-03-2026 14:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It cost £1,893 a month to rent a typical private home in Bristol
  
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• Tribute to ‘loving’ father who died in A371 collision

  03-03-2026 14:44 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  The family of a man who sadly died after a collision near Wells last month have paid tribute to “a devoted son, a caring brother, a loving daddy, and a loyal friend”. Michael Knowlson died at the scene of the collision on the A371 in Dinder on Wednesday 18 February. In remembrance of Michael a football match (Mike’s Match) is being held on Sunday 8th March at Strode College Sports…
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• Curry made with two ingredients slashes cholesterol

  03-03-2026 14:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It lowers the risk of diabetes and heart attacks
  
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• England back row Underhill signs Bath deal to 2028

  03-03-2026 14:16 via bbc.com
  England back row Sam Underhill signs a new contract with Bath until 2028.
  
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• 'We have to work together' say community leaders trying to end postcode feud

  03-03-2026 14:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "This is a raw, real interpretation, it's not a PR film"
  
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• Erratic Bristol driver was almost four times the alcohol limit

  03-03-2026 13:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  He's been banned for nearly two years
  
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• 1984 Bath cold case inspires drama filmed in Bristol

  03-03-2026 13:38 via bbc.co.uk
  TV drama 'Gone' is inspired by a book about the real life cold case of Melanie Road.
  
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• Concerns Neo-Nazi group will join Bristol Patriots march this weekend

  03-03-2026 12:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A counter-protest is planned
  
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• Bristolians trace African and Caribbean roots

  03-03-2026 12:50 via bbc.co.uk
  Anthony Ward meets genealogist Adrian Stone and others seeking answers.
  
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• Chilling true crime documentary catching viewers 'off guard' streaming now

  03-03-2026 12:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The harrowing true crime documentary explores a chilling story that shocked a nation
  
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• People making same 'damaging' laundry mistakes

  03-03-2026 12:29 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People aren’t intentionally cutting corners, they're simply stuck in the same weekly habits
  
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• ITV's The Heat crew rush to help as star 'can't breathe'

  03-03-2026 12:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An ITV2 star suffered a medical emergency during the latest episode of The Heat
  
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• Martin Lewis tells E.On OVO and Octopus customers 'get off price cap now'

  03-03-2026 12:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Personal finance guru spoke out as prices soared meaning anyone on variable rate will see their bills rocket
  
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• We have to behave like a Premier League club - Boss

  03-03-2026 12:23 via bbc.com
  New Bristol City chief executive Charlie Boss sits down with BBC Radio Bristol on his first day in the job to discuss his plans for the Robins' future.
  
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• Live: A4 Bath Road in Bristol reopens after 'police incident'

  03-03-2026 12:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic is easing
  
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• Live: A4 Bath Road in Bristol reopens after police closure

  03-03-2026 12:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Traffic has now cleared
  
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• Live: A4 Bath Road in Bristol closed both ways as 'police incident' unfolds

  03-03-2026 12:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It has since reopened but there are major delays
  
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• Fire engines for Bristol region to be fully powered by vegetable oil in six years

  03-03-2026 12:12 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Avon Fire & Rescue Service is running a trial
  
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• Dad with cancer lost almost every penny after text from 'daughter'

  03-03-2026 12:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Beth Upton says she received a text on January 4 from 73-year-old dad Steve Upton asking her to repay £2,175 he'd lent her.
  
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• 'Brutal' BBC true crime series dubbed 'best ever' returns with fresh episodes

  03-03-2026 12:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The BBC Two series is essential viewing for fans of similar shows like 24 Hours in Police Custody
  
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• Norris, Littler and Lionesses up for Laureus awards

  03-03-2026 12:01 via bbc.com
  Lando Norris, Luke Littler and the England women's football team are among the nominees for this year's Laureus World Sports Awards with the winners to be announced in April.
  
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• Man charged after sexual assault incidents

  03-03-2026 11:33 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A 42-year-old man has been charged by detectives investigating incidents of sexual assault in Bristol. Matthew Daniels, of Muller Road in Horfield, was charged with two counts of sexual assault and one count of sexual assault by penetration in connection with incidents which took place in 2025. He appeared at Bristol Magistrates’ Court at Bristol Crown Court on Monday 2 March where he…
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• Cut up to £10 a time from filling up as cost of petrol set to soar

  03-03-2026 11:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Experts have warned the costs of petrol and diesel look set to rise sharply
  
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• Drink driver disqualified for 23 months after crashing into sign

  03-03-2026 11:12 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A swerving drink driver who crashed into a one-way sign and put other road users at risk has been disqualified from driving for nearly two years. Anthony Muiru, 32, of Fishponds, Bristol, was nearly four times the drink drive limit when he was pulled over and arrested on Winterstoke Road just before midnight on Friday 16 January. He pleaded guilty to driving a motor vehicle over the…
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• A standard to be proud of with a surprising top dog

  03-03-2026 10:40 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  The event held at Police Headquarters, tested teams across three phases: tracking, criminal work, and obedience. Officers from Avon and Somerset, Devon and Cornwall, Dorset and South Wales were put through their paces with judges praising the very high standards on display, especially impressive for many first-time competitors. Results Devon and Cornwall’s Noah Tilley and PD Gus…
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• Heartbroken family pay tribute to 'caring and loyal' woman

  03-03-2026 10:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Karina suffered critical injuries in a crash near Bristol
  
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• BBC Breakfast guest with heart condition stranded in Dubai 'thought I would die'

  03-03-2026 10:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A BBC Breakfast guest feared for her life during Saturday's missile attack in Dubai as she struggles to leave the popular holiday destination
  
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• 'Deeply loved' woman who died in crash remembered

  03-03-2026 10:02 via bbc.com
  A family have paid tribute to a "dearly loved and deeply missed" woman who has died.
  
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• Bristol Airport awards £30m terminal construction extension contract to Farrans - Construction UK Magazine

  03-03-2026 09:41
  Bristol Airport awards £30m terminal construction extension contract to Farrans  Construction UK Magazine
  
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• Tampon rules face major update after pesticide and toxin discovery

  03-03-2026 09:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A new campaign could see the Government forced to take action
  
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• Bristol woman born in Dublin Airport bathroom returns to celebrate 18th birthday

  03-03-2026 09:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Very happy birthday Carey!
  
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