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• Cycle path across the Downs plan takes big step forward

  11-08-2020 15:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  And traffic calming, zebra crossing and turning 'desire lines' into formal paths
  
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• Bristol e-scooter rider fractures man's skull in row over speed

  22-01-2026 17:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The victim challenged the rider after he zoomed past
  
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• Bristol man died after falling from lamppost as he tied Union flag, inquest hears

  22-01-2026 16:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  His wife heard sirens outside and realised he had been injured, a court heard
  
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• Everyone in the UK who is eligible for a council tax reduction

  22-01-2026 16:44 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Families could save hundreds or even thousands of pounds each year by knowing if they qualify
  
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• NHS six symptoms alert as 'week-long' sick bug spreading across UK rapidly

  22-01-2026 16:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  UKHSA has reported a 60% increase above seasonal average with cases rising particularly among adults aged 65 and over
  
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• 'Shouting and the naughty corner doesn't work when kids bite, try this instead'

  22-01-2026 16:26 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A health visitor sharing parenting guidance on TikTok has urged parents to use a three-step approach when dealing with toddler biting
  
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• Rushed 20-second decision on spending £14 million on new bin lorries will be revisited

  22-01-2026 16:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Labour criticised the short amount of time it took to debate spending so much public money
  
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• 'New' Highway Code law changes DfT response as drivers 'unaware'

  22-01-2026 16:14 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Department for Transport has said a new campaign will take place over the changes for pedestrians, cycles and horses which could see people fined £2,500
  
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• Love Island chaos as Maya Jama brings 'wild' game-changing twist

  22-01-2026 15:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The game-changing twist is set to rock the villa during tonight's installment of the ITV series
  
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• Top 50 hobbies revealed as Brits ditch screens for books and creative 'me time'

  22-01-2026 15:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A new poll has revealed the most popular hobbies for 2026, with many Brits choosing screen-free activities.
  
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• Bristol dad's desperate fight for treatment for baby son with days to live

  22-01-2026 15:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Adam is fighting against the clock for tiny Maverick's survival
  
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• Experts say Bristol Zoo site 'can be saved and reopened'

  22-01-2026 15:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Zoo bosses were told the strategy to move the zoo out of the city was 'already failing'
  
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• Octopus Energy shares 'trick' for £90 off heating bills

  22-01-2026 13:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The energy provider says sticking to the rule could be a 'quick way to save'
  
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• Immediate travel alert issued for anyone heading to Portugal

  22-01-2026 13:32 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office has issued advice for travellers to follow
  
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• Live: Prince William in Bristol to meet pioneering boffins

  22-01-2026 13:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The future king has two appointments
  
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• Nutritionist urges people to 'look for' vitamin D3 when choosing supplements

  22-01-2026 13:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Many people understand the importance of vitamin D supplements, but might not know about the types they can choose from
  
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• Reopening public toilets back on the table in Bristol budget shake-up

  22-01-2026 13:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  £270,000 has been set aside
  
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• Wealthy woman offers £85,000 for 'lady in waiting' to accompany her to private dinners

  22-01-2026 13:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The unique role based in central London involves accompanying a rich woman to dinners, cultural events and appointments.
  
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• Walker exploring the Cotswolds shares warning about 1 mistake you should avoid

  22-01-2026 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Georgia Sweet shared her experience of visiting the Cotswolds on a winter break and admitted she made one major mistake' when visiting the area with her friend
  
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• Hartcliffe's first big £20m Trailblazer community event announced

  22-01-2026 12:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The cash will be invested over the next 10 years
  
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• Size rule means 'you will likely need permission' for driveway change

  22-01-2026 12:41 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  An expert said knowing the rules up front would make things a lot smoother
  
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• Vinted users could fall victim of new scam that gives hackers your data

  22-01-2026 11:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Sellers on the popular second-hand selling app Vinted have been warned of a new scam that could see them handing over their personal information to hackers
  
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• 'Doctors told us our daughter, 9, had growing pains - nothing could have prepared us for the truth'

  22-01-2026 11:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Ava Ferguson faces years of gruelling treatment to get better
  
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• Four side effects NHS urges people taking omeprazole to watch out for

  22-01-2026 10:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Omeprazole is commonly prescribed by the NHS for stomach problems like acid reflux and heartburn
  
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• RingGo app down in parking nightmare as drivers left unable to pay

  22-01-2026 10:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The RingGo app is down, causing disruption for motorists across the country
  
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• Heartbreaking update in search for Bristol student who vanished in Romanian mountains

  22-01-2026 10:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  George's family has shared a statement detailing their "immense grief"
  
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• Keir Starmer shares major move to help tackle cost of living crisis

  22-01-2026 09:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Prime Minister said making things better for those who are struggling is his priority
  
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• Daughters' grief as mum and dad die from same disease in same hospital bed weeks apart

  22-01-2026 09:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Linda Christie was diagnosed shortly after her partner Robert Quaife died
  
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• Woman's daughter has 500 seizures daily - then husband needed urgent heart surgery

  22-01-2026 08:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alexandra Bufton said she was trying to keep things afloat
  
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• Live: A38 closed after crash near Bristol Airport

  22-01-2026 08:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  There is slow traffic in the area
  
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