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• Bus gate changes planned in liveable neighbourhood

  26-12-2025 11:39 via bbc.com
  The liveable neighbourhood reduced traffic and increased cycling, but caused issues on local roads.
  
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• Police hunting men who fled HMP Leyhill near Bristol

  03-01-2026 19:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  They left open prison between specific times on New Year's Day, with one 'understood' to have convictions for violence and false imprisonment
  
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• Swiss bar owners charged with manslaughter by negligence after New Year fire killed 40

  03-01-2026 18:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jacques and Jessica Moretti face criminal investigation after the fire at Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana on New Year's Day
  
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• Brit in court over sex act on Emirates flight as he pleads not guilty

  03-01-2026 18:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Britto Lorence, 27, appeared at Newcastle Magistrates' Court and pleaded not guilty to outraging public decency
  
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• Appeal to trace two absconders from HMP Leyhill

  03-01-2026 18:04 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Two prisoners have absconded from HMP Leyhill and we want to hear from anyone who has information around their whereabouts. Matthew Armstrong and Daniel Washbourne are understood to have left the prison, in South Gloucestershire, at some time between 5-8pm on Thursday 1 January. The pair are not originally from Avon and Somerset and have links to various parts of the country.
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• ITV Love Island winner welcomes first child and reveals 'gorgeous' name

  03-01-2026 17:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A former Love Island winner has welcomed a baby boy with their girlfriend
  
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• Budweiser to build three huge waste tanks opposite Bristol suburb

  03-01-2026 17:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There are tougher regulations on the other side of the Severn
  
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• Horse's body found dumped on roadside with rope tied around neck and legs

  03-01-2026 16:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The RSPCA has launched an investigation into the death of the horse, which was found dumped on a roadside.
  
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• Bristol Rovers sign De Havilland from Peterborough

  03-01-2026 16:36 via bbc.com
  Midfielder Ryan De Havilland has joined League Two strugglers Bristol Rovers, from Peterborough United, becoming the club's first signing under Steve Evans.
  
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• Free music festival needs £10,000 to stay afloat

  03-01-2026 16:34 via bbc.com
  Keynsham Music Festival has been running since 1997 but is now struggling with rising costs.
  
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• State Pension £20 update for millions of Brits issued by Government

  03-01-2026 16:30 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Government was asked if it had any plans to 'introduce additional pension protections'
  
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• Former Labour MP Sir Patrick Duffy dies aged 105

  03-01-2026 16:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The war veteran, who survived a WWII plane crash, was believed to have been the longest-living former MP in the UK
  
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• Weather warnings in place as snow and ice blanket parts of UK

  03-01-2026 15:47 via bbc.com
  Weather warnings are in place for various parts of the UK until Monday, with the heaviest snowfall expected to hit Scotland.
  
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• Designer leaves colourful legacy after death

  03-01-2026 15:34 via bbc.com
  Marcus Willcocks, who died in June, wanted to see bollards in his area painted in bright colours.
  
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• Lloyds Bank update over £200 payments into customer accounts

  03-01-2026 15:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A customer asked how they could cash in on the offer
  
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• Health coach issues New Year diet 'red flags' warning

  03-01-2026 14:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Vanessa Sturman urged people to be wary as many of us try new diets at the start of 2026
  
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• Man charged after police drug search in Glastonbury

  03-01-2026 13:21 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Police searches this week have culminated in a man being charged to attend court. Geraint Christopher, from Glastonbury, has been charged with one count each of possession of a class B drug (cannabis) with intent to supply and possession of criminal property. The 58-year-old, of Ridgeway Gardens, has been remanded to attend Taunton Magistrates’ Court today (Saturday 3 January).
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• British Gas engineer recommends people follow '11am rule' this winter

  03-01-2026 13:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A service and repair engineer has shared practical tips to help households keep their homes warm and safe this winter
  
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• UK's biggest mobile provider issues final alert ahead of major shutdown

  03-01-2026 13:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It is urging customers to upgrade now
  
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• Lockyer hopeful of 'big January' at Bristol Rovers

  03-01-2026 12:11 via bbc.com
  Bristol Rovers defender Tom Lockyer believes the League Two club will have a "big January" in the transfer window after ending their winless run.
  
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• Renowned doctor on 'best diet' to slash heart disease and diabetes risk

  03-01-2026 11:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Federica Amati is well-known for her expertise on health and diet
  
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• Witness appeal after burglary in Wells

  03-01-2026 10:48 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  Officers investigating a burglary in Wells on Sunday 28 December are appealing for witnesses to come forward. It happened at some point between 6pm and 8pm in Campkin Road and a a quantity of cash was reported stolen after entry was forced to a home. Officers have attended and completed initial investigations, including forensics and CCTV reviews, at the scene as they work to establish…
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• BBC Breakfast host shares devastating announcement after 'fierce' fire

  03-01-2026 10:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC Breakfast returned for the New Year but despite only being a few days into 2026, presenters already had some heartbreaking news for viewers.
  
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• Scientists develop AI headset that predicts epileptic seizures in advance

  03-01-2026 10:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The breakthrough device achieved 95% accuracy in trials and could transform how the condition is managed, researchers say
  
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• Morrisons announces major update across all stores

  03-01-2026 10:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  More than 2,500 items are affected
  
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• Seven rare and 'remarkable' species discovered in parts of UK

  03-01-2026 09:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The National Trust has found seven rare species at its sites
  
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• Rare species discovered at National Trust sites in UK

  03-01-2026 09:54 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The National Trust has found seven rare species at its sites
  
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• What will 2026 bring for West rail services?

  03-01-2026 08:14 via bbc.com
  GWR in public ownership and the Portishead line moving closer are some of the predictions for 2026.
  
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• Practical tips to save on energy bills this winter

  03-01-2026 08:12 via bbc.com
  As the temperature drops, here are some tips to help save money on your energy bills.
  
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• 'People say my son's baby name is too clever and he'll be bullied – but I love it'

  03-01-2026 07:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A dad-to-be isn't happy that people think his baby name choice sounds 'too clever' – as he's absolutely in love with the monikers he's picked for his son
  
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