Bristol news

• WECA issues statement after Mayor's rape arrest 

  09-04-2025 18:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dan Norris was arrested last week
  
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• Dashcam appeal following death of man on A38

  30-01-2026 16:51 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  We are appealing for witnesses and anybody with information relating to an incident on the A38 which resulted in the death of a pedestrian this morning to come forward. A man was found critically injured by a member of the public on the A38 Bridgwater Road, Winscombe, between Fox Lane and Fullers Lane, at around 12.10am this morning (Friday 30 January). A man in his mid-fifties sadly…
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• Dead dog found in Bristol woodland with slit throat

  30-01-2026 16:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A dog walker made the harrowing discovery
  
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• 'I'm an NHS GP and there's 2 types of patients I have to look calm for'

  30-01-2026 16:35 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Dr Bhasha Mukherjee, a GP for the NHS, has shared the two types of patients she often sees in her practice where she has to try and 'look calm' for both of them
  
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• How long is Love Island All Stars Series 3 and when does it end?

  30-01-2026 16:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The ITV dating show is on telly for a much longer period than usual thanks to the hugely successful summer series
  
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• Four safety concerns issued to anyone who regularly uses electric blankets

  30-01-2026 16:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Everyone who owns a device like this should be checking it often
  
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• Vet shares 1 type of pet he hates seeing as they're 'so angry'

  30-01-2026 15:53 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A veterinarian shared a tongue-in-cheek video about one type of pet he tries to avoid because they're often 'so angry' during appointments - and many pet owners agreed
  
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• DWP PIP claimants most likely to get five year award

  30-01-2026 15:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Millions of people now receive up to £187 per week through PIP
  
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• M5 closed near Bristol - everything you need to know as two-hour standstill continues

  30-01-2026 15:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police have thanked motorists for their patience
  
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• Bristol Airport warning as police incident shuts M5

  30-01-2026 15:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The motorway is closed in both directions
  
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• Food Standards Agency confirms toxin in baby formula - affected items

  30-01-2026 15:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Food Standards Agency has issued an update
  
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• Cancer dietitian names 2 foods to 'omit' to cut risk of disease

  30-01-2026 14:42 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A cancer dietitian has revealed the two types of food scientifically linked to increased bowel cancer risk – so it is wise to cut back on them wherever possible
  
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• Chef says 'farmers help shape restaurant's success' as it scoops honour

  30-01-2026 14:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Bristol restaurant has been named the UK's best
  
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• South Bristol dealer caught advertising drugs via text message

  30-01-2026 14:06 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police found weapons at his South Bristol home
  
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• Love Island All Stars bombshells forced to make huge decision over villa

  30-01-2026 14:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  It comes as one Love Island star looks to be in trouble
  
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• 'Living rooms look stylish and tidy' with Home Bargains £15 storage table that rivals B&Q

  30-01-2026 13:43 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Home Bargains' new option appears similar to one on sale at a higher price at B&Q
  
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• Live: M5 traffic stopped as 'police incident' unfolds

  30-01-2026 13:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  M5 traffic is building
  
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• 'I'm a lottery guru, and this is how to improve your chances of winning'

  30-01-2026 13:17 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  While winning the lottery is impossible to predict, there are several things you can do to give yourself a better chance of walking away with a big prize
  
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• Hundreds fall ill on cruise amid 'major outbreak' as ship returns to UK for cleaning

  30-01-2026 13:11 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Guests on Fred Olsen's The Balmoral have been struck down with gastroenteritis as the ship returns to Southampton for a deep clean
  
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• Love Island All Stars bombshell Carrington's past 'cruel' behaviour resurfaces

  30-01-2026 12:59 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Love Island USA star is now turning heads with the UK Islanders
  
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• One thing you should "never" do when cleaning child's cuddly toy

  30-01-2026 12:57 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  When you're born, most children are gifted a teddy bear or cuddly animal that they then treasure and failing to clean them could pose a risk - but one mistake could be damaging
  
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• 10 forgotten baby girl names 'facing extinction' in the near future

  30-01-2026 12:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A number of girls' names are facing extinction in the coming years as they fade in popularity, according to new research
  
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• Free NHS health quiz says how 'healthy' you are - see if you get full marks

  30-01-2026 12:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The online quiz takes about five minutes and provides a score out of ten with tailored suggestions for healthier living
  
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• 'My 'new' Nike trainers arrived filthy and used - then ASOS told me to get them dry cleaned'

  30-01-2026 12:33 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Kayleigh Reid ordered a pair of £130 Nike running shoes online was 'shocked' when she claims they turned up looking 'dirty' and 'used'
  
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• Four-year jail sentence for drug dealer

  30-01-2026 12:27 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  A 33-year-old man has been jailed for four years for running a drugs line in Bristol. Scott Collins, of Knowle West, was sentenced on Thursday (29 January) after a police investigation led to the seizure of crack cocaine, heroin, and weapons. It followed a police investigation which began after officers were made aware of text messages being circulated by him advertising the sale of…
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• Financial abuse goes unnoticed as it hides behind two words

  30-01-2026 12:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Almost a quarter of people would not consider a partner controlling their bank accounts to be abusive
  
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• Martin Lewis urges people born between 1986 and 2008 to act now before it's too late to save thousands

  30-01-2026 12:22 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The money-saving expert said it could end up leaving you thousands of pounds better off
  
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• Cruel pet owner banned AGAIN after rabbits found in awful conditions

  30-01-2026 12:20 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A carcass was also found in a locked cage
  
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• New smart meter rule means customers 'could receive £40 automatically from next month'

  30-01-2026 12:04 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Energy regulator Ofgem has made an announcement
  
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• Everyone who is getting £150 cost of living boost as government issues key update

  30-01-2026 11:51 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Millions of UK households will be able to benefit from the £150 support for the rest of the decade
  
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