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• River 'foam' which saw animals die, is not linked to Brislington industrial fire

  08-09-2026 19:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A number of animals died after a 'foam' incident following a major fire in Brislington
  
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• CCTV appeal following burglaries in Yeovil

  09-09-2026 11:36 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are releasing images of a man we would like to speak to in connection with burglaries at a building in Yeovil. On two occasions entry was forced to the communal doorway to Central House, Church Street, in Yeovil, before parcels were stolen from the doorstep of a flat. The latest incident happened at around 3.20pm on Friday August 14. Enquiries continue into the incidents…
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• Body found near Bristol city centre park

  09-09-2026 10:50 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Her death is being treated as non-suspicious
  
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• BBC viewers floored as Bristol-set series drops 'terrifying' new episode

  09-09-2026 10:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  BBC viewers have admitted the Bristol-based docuseries is a tough watch
  
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• Men in court charged with theft and burglary

  09-09-2026 10:45 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Three men have appeared in court charged with burglaries and thefts in Burnham-on-Sea and Highbridge. Christopher Rost-Aldridge, 36, of Farm Street, Highbridge, Andrei McLanaghan, 32, of Church Street, Highbridge, and Callum Moxey 36, of no fixed abode, were charged and remanded to appear at North Somerset Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 8 September. Rost-Aldridge has been charged with two…
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• Bomb squad called to Clifton Downs as device detonated

  09-09-2026 10:36 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A witness claimed it was a suspected "hand grenade"
  
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• A quarter of young adults would trust a tradesperson based on their appearance

  09-09-2026 09:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Younger adults are more likely to trust a tradesperson based on how they look rather than asking for their qualifications.
  
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• Bristol Airport cancellations as hundreds of flights scrapped across country

  09-09-2026 08:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Over a thousand flights have been cancelled since yesterday
  
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• Andy Burnham says it is 'national security' as £8.90 added to food shop

  09-09-2026 07:38 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It comes after the Environment Secretary urged people to buy food and drink now
  
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• Travel chaos to continue on Wednesday after 1,300 flights cancelled

  09-09-2026 07:10 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Hundreds more flights have already been scrapped today
  
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• The big red bag changeover - Bristol Waste begins recycling switch

  09-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  People had been frustrated with waste blowing out of the old boxes
  
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• Footballer left in coma after freak accident on the pitch

  09-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A footballer was left with a broken skull and bleeding on the brain after a freak accident during a football match.
  
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• Bristol portfolio landlord fined £13k in city first

  09-09-2026 07:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Tenants may also be able to apply for up to two years' rent in repayments
  
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• Bristol road closures: Works announced for Knowle, Lockleaze and Strawberry Lane

  08-09-2026 20:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Some works will stretch into November
  
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• Big Brother star admits she 'lost it' after keeping one item from house

  08-09-2026 19:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Big Brother star shared every item from her 'unhinged' haul
  
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• Blind man 'weaving' on M6 motorway had driven 150 miles after drinking

  08-09-2026 18:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  [National news] Anthony Hall was stopped by police near Carlisle, as he tried to drive all the way to Scotland
  
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• 'Predatory' police officer sexually assaulted three colleagues

  08-09-2026 18:05 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Alex Trusler, 36, was sentenced to a 42-week jail term suspended for 18 months [National news]
  
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• Simple tap water method could help your dog drink more

  08-09-2026 17:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  This is something that many of us won't even consider - but it makes so much sense
  
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• St George's Park botulism latest as Environment Agency weighs in

  08-09-2026 16:55 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The council have reminded people not to feed the animals
  
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• Luxury car transport firm wants licence change at Bristol site

  08-09-2026 16:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The company is known for transporting luxury vehicles
  
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• Jobs to go at Bristol Old Vic as staff costs are cut

  08-09-2026 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  'The immediate priority is the welfare of the team'
  
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• Bristol among 10 UK airports affected across the UK with disruption building

  08-09-2026 16:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham are all among the airports impacted by a technical issue to air traffic control systems across the UK
  
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• Predator paid for child's lunches and school books before sexually abusing him

  08-09-2026 16:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  "My anxiety is so bad from this whole situation that on days where I feel really anxious, I can’t even leave the house"
  
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• Odeon clarifies 3 strict rules to avoid being banned from online bookings

  08-09-2026 16:23 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The cinema chain has clarified rules but the move has sparked anger with some film fans
  
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• Dessert firm for Harrods, Android and Jo Malone enters administration

  08-09-2026 15:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Pan-n-Ice say they specialise in serving 'world-famous' rolled-out ice cream through more than 300 'multi-sensory' events a year.
  
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• Tree-felling plans go out to consultation for second time after council failed to give enough details

  08-09-2026 15:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Residents have until midnight on Wednesday to respond
  
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• 'I almost lost my dog': Mum's urgent warning to pet owners after simple beach mistake

  08-09-2026 15:07 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Kate Brooks says she'll never throw a ball on the sand again for Cockapoo Luna and says other pet owners need to know of the risk as she 'had no idea'
  
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• Love Island couple 'grateful' as they confirm split just weeks after ITV exit

  08-09-2026 14:47 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Love Island stars confirmed their split with social media statements, saying they are better suited as friends
  
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• Car repair chain with '100 years of experience' enters administration

  08-09-2026 14:28 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It had several sites
  
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• Clothing brand loved by sports and music stars enters liquidation

  08-09-2026 14:21 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It was established in 2020 and claims to offer 'luxury' streetwear clothing through its online shop.
  
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