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• Live: Hundreds left in the dark as huge power cut sweeps Bristol

  19-09-2024 21:45 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  More than 2,000 homes were without power after an outage was reported in Southmead
  
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• Ex- Bristol City player charged after £600k drug find

  19-09-2024 20:30 via bbc.com
  
  Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, 33, is accused of orchestrating an attempt to bring the drug into Stansted Airport.
  
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• Tax alert as surprise HMRC letter could soon arrive on your doorstep

  19-09-2024 19:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The number of people paying the tax is increasing by hundreds of thousands
  
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• Live: Call 999 if you see missing man last seen near Southmead Hospital

  19-09-2024 19:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Reese was last seen wearing a green hoodie near Bristol Southmead Hospital
  
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• School 'top three in world' for tackling adversity

  19-09-2024 18:44 via bbc.com
  
  Venturers' Academy says the award proves tailored education can "change lives" of autistic pupils.
  
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• Bristol park named in top five UK dog walking destinations - BristolWorld

  19-09-2024 17:26
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• Love Island's Chloe Burrows dishes on whether she'd take part in Strictly Come Dancing as she roots for Tasha Ghouri

  19-09-2024 17:24 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Love Island star Chloe Burrows has given her verdict on former Islanders being part of the Strictly Come Dancing line up and if she'd be up for taking part herself
  
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• BBC Natural History Unit co-founder dies aged 95

  19-09-2024 16:24 via bbc.com
  
  Former BBC wildlife TV presenter, author and naturalist Tony Soper has died.
  
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• Popular fashion brand among businesses forced to close as Art Club Market landlord takes back property

  19-09-2024 16:13 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Wild Thing has been dressing celebrities and festivalgoers from Bristol to Coachella and beyond - and only opened its first permanent shop in March this year
  
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• Bristol told to 'be prepared' as flood alerts issued ahead of thunderstorm warnings

  19-09-2024 16:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The alerts come ahead of back-to-back thunderstorm warnings
  
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• Week of action boosts safety across South Somerset and the Mendips 

  19-09-2024 15:56 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Neighbourhood policing teams across South Somerset and the Mendips delivered a successful week of action in mid-September that saw a highly visible police presence, including uniformed and mounted patrols. From 9–13 September, neighbourhood police officers and specialist units joined forces in Chard, Crewkerne, Frome, Somerton, Wells, Wincanton and Yeovil to respond to the most pressing…
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• Campaigners criticise WECA delays over bus franchising

  19-09-2024 15:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A long-promised report to the region's leaders is just eight pages and proposes another study
  
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• 'Powerful' Dunelm heater costs 20p an hour to run and 'warms you up quickly'

  19-09-2024 15:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The heater can be plugged into any socket and shoppers are raving about its impressive capability to quickly warm up a room, making it a great option for saving on energy costs
  
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• Bristol full-back Heward sidelined until New Year

  19-09-2024 14:56 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol Bears will be without Noah Heward and Steel Barker until early 2025 and Kalaveti Ravouvou until November due to injuries.
  
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• Work starts on First Bus £59m project to bring new electric buses to Bristol

  19-09-2024 14:52 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The project will see a total of 98 new buses in Bristol and surrounding areas
  
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• Next warns of shop closures after losing expensive legal case

  19-09-2024 14:46 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The chain said 'inevitably some of our stores will no longer be viable'
  
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• Man, 57, jailed for sexually abusing three girls

  19-09-2024 14:22 via bbc.com
  
  Robert Ponter exploited the age of his victims to carry out his "vile crimes", police say.
  
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• Bristol e-scooter trial review ahead of Tier-Dott contract decision

  19-09-2024 14:16 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  WECA officers could extend the current deal for up to two years or abandon it and find another new operator
  
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• Martin Lewis says Barclays, Lloyds and other bank customers can claim £175 free cash

  19-09-2024 14:09 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has explained how people can get free cash in the run up to Christmas - but the offer isn't available to everyone, he warned
  
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• City left furious about losing Beefeater as residents declare 'there'll be nothng left' - Express

  19-09-2024 14:08
  City left furious about losing Beefeater as residents declare 'there'll be nothng left'  Express
  
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• Ryanair, Jet2, EasyJet and other tourists told 'avoid four items in hold luggage'

  19-09-2024 13:58 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A luggage expert and baggage handler has shared a warning to holidaymakers about what they should avoid packing in their suitcases to prevent any potential mishaps
  
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• Woman sexually assaulted at Pryzm nightclub in Bristol city centre

  19-09-2024 13:49 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Police have released CCTV images of a man they wish to speak to
  
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• Gavin and Stacey wedding scene as Christmas special filming continues

  19-09-2024 13:40 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  All the cast can be seen in their wedding outfits in the latest pictures from the production
  
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• Bristol named as one of the UK's 'drive-thru capitals' - Bristol Live

  19-09-2024 13:37
  Bristol named as one of the UK's 'drive-thru capitals'  Bristol Live
  
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• Bank of England interest rate decision blow for homebuyers but lower rates on cards

  19-09-2024 13:31 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Andrew Bailey, the governor of the BoE, has spelt out the future expectations on rates
  
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• Three more men named and charged with violent disorder after Bristol riot

  19-09-2024 13:19 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  A total of 40 people have now been charged after the ugly scenes in the city centre
  
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• Police charge three more men after Bristol disorder

  19-09-2024 13:19 via bbc.com
  
  A total of 40 people have been charged in connection with the disorder, and 22 have been sentenced.
  
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• Playground under construction needs over £100K for completion

  19-09-2024 13:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The local parents organising the project are looking for additional funds and volunteers to help them
  
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• 'Killed here' plaques for women murdered in their homes as campaign calls for tougher sentences

  19-09-2024 13:18 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Poppy Devey Waterhouse and Claire Tavener were killed in their own homes by their partners
  
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• CCTV released following sexual assault at Bristol nightclub

  19-09-2024 13:12 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  We are appealing for the public’s help to identify someone officers wish to speak to in connection with a sexual offence in Bristol city centre. He is described as Black, approximately 5ft 10ins tall, wearing black trousers, a black jumper with white writing and a black beanie hat with a white circular logo. Officers believe the man pictured may have information which can aid their…
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• Bristol Harbour hosts big clean-up event for World Clean Up Day this weekend

  19-09-2024 13:08 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Spaces still available for those wanting to take part
  
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• Woman banned from cruise after WhatsApp uproar

  19-09-2024 13:02 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jenny Phenix sold her possessions to fund the trip
  
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• Drivers warned to check health now or risk two years imprisonment

  19-09-2024 12:34 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Neglecting your eyesight could not only have dangerous consequences, but it could also see you slapped with a hefty fine, points on your licence or even jail time
  
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• Four-day working week ‘could solve staffing issues’ at Bristol City Council

  19-09-2024 12:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  New ways of becoming a more competitive employer are being explored
  
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• Investigation after bus crashes into bridge

  19-09-2024 12:18 via bbc.com
  
  The company said the bus was "out of service" and travelling towards the depot.
  
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• Rosa’s Thai: We visit the ‘hottest’ new restaurant opening in Bristol before the doors officially open

  19-09-2024 12:15 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The popular chain opens next week but it has been running a soft launch for two weeks
  
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• Three more charged with committing violent disorder in Bristol

  19-09-2024 12:05 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  Three more men have been charged with committing violent disorder in Bristol on 3 August. Joshua Sarkozi, 25, of Shirehampton, appeared at Bristol Magistrates’ Court yesterday (Wednesday 18 September). He pleaded guilty and was remanded into custody ahead of a sentencing hearing at Bristol Crown Court next Thursday (26 September). Two other men Joeseph Saunders, 41, of Exeter…
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• Footballer charged after £600,000 of cannabis seized at UK airport - Bristol Live

  19-09-2024 12:01
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• Footballer charged after £600,000 of cannabis seized at UK airport

  19-09-2024 12:01 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Jay Emmanuel-Thomas has been charged in connection with an attempt to smuggle £600,000 of cannabis through Stansted Airport
  
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• Rapist abused three young girls in Bristol

  19-09-2024 11:39 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Robert Ponter got away with his crimes for over 25 years but has now been brought to justice
  
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• Met Office issues double thunderstorm warning for entire South West

  19-09-2024 11:37 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The Met Office warns there is a danger to life
  
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• Young boy dies after 'falling from window' - large 999 response to 'tragedy'

  19-09-2024 11:27 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  East Midlands Ambulance Service attended. Nottinghamshire Police are now investigating the incident, which happened in Nottingham
  
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• Bristol City name Kirby as women's manager

  19-09-2024 11:10 via bbc.com
  
  Bristol City name Leicester City first-team coach Stephen Kirby as new women's manager.
  
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• Strictly Come Dancing investigation Tim Davie update as new series starts

  19-09-2024 11:03 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  The BBC's director general has spoken out about the investigation into the abuse claims against Giovanni Pernice - but has not committed to publishing the overall findings
  
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• Bristol school named as finalist for global education prize

  19-09-2024 11:00 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  Venturers' Academy has been highlighted for overcoming adversity
  
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• Earth to get a new moon as asteroid heading for us will enter orbit

  19-09-2024 10:25 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  NASA detected the asteroid heading straight towards us on August 7. It has been named 2024 PT5
  
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• Lee – Humans of Avon and Somerset

  19-09-2024 09:55 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  One of the best parts of my job as a dog instructor and handler is meeting and working with lots of different people, but I never anticipated my work would lead me to the jungles of Thailand. It all began in 2021 when I was on a training course, and a fellow officer told me about the volunteering work he does outside of his regular role. He asked if I would ever be interested in getting…
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• Man who sexually abused three girls jailed for 14 years

  19-09-2024 09:52 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 57-year-old man has been jailed for 14 years for sexually abusing three girls. Robert Ponter, of Longwell Green, South Gloucestershire, pleaded guilty at Bristol Crown Court to three counts of rape of a girl aged under 16. His victim was aged between 11 and 15 at the time of the offences. He also admitted three indecent assault charges – two related to one 14-year-old girl and one to…
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• Man who admitted sexually abusing three girls jailed for 14 years

  19-09-2024 09:52 via avonandsomerset.police.uk
  
  A 57-year-old man has been jailed for 14 years for sexually abusing three girls. Robert Ponter, of Longwell Green, South Gloucestershire, pleaded guilty at Bristol Crown Court to three counts of rape of a girl aged under 16. His victim was aged between 11 and 15 at the time of the offences. He also admitted three indecent assault charges – two related to one 14-year-old girl and one to…
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• Stacey Solomon announces new career change to spend more time with her family

  19-09-2024 09:48 via bristolpost.co.uk
  
  She issued an emotional message to fans on social media
  
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