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Person dies on train tracks near Bristol
Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious
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Councillor told Black activist 'let's not forget what country you are in'
Politics
South Gloucestershire Council is investigating after a complaint was made
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Live-event
Live: M5 crash leaves holiday traffic queuing through Bristol
M5 motorway
Heavy traffic has been reported between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare
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Live: Do not approach man with Irish accent who could be in Bristol
Ashton Gate
If you see 21-year-old William Connors, call Avon and Somerset Police on 999
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Hero saves man from burning house after spotting smoke billowing from window
People
Josh Walton, 31, was on his way to work on Thursday morning, May 16, when he saw plumes of smoke billowing from a house.
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Boxing fans watching Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk live stream will get TV freebie
Shopping
It's arguably the biggest boxing match of a generation, but fight fans watching the two champions go head to head tonight on DAZN will be getting an additional perk with the pay per view
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'Record number' of residents protest plans to scrap free parking
North Somerset
North Somerset Council is considering introducing parking charges in Clevedon, Nailsea, and Portishead following a consultation - but a decision has not been made yet
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Dental patient left 'shocked and disappointed' by NHS dental fees
NHS
Ben Brown and his wife queued for two days in Bristol earlier this year so the couple could see an NHS dentist
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Live: Bristol trains cancelled after emergency incident
Temple Meads
CrossCountry said that some services are facing delays of up to an hour
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Bristol Airport gives away free flights to celebrate milestone
Bristol Airport
Bristol Airport offers flights to over 120 direct destinations across 31 countries;
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UK weather: Mini-heatwave predicted to hit ahead of bank holiday weekend
Weather
Weather maps show a 400-mile mini-heatwave will roast England before the end of May with the hottest areas potentially topping 30C
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Perfect summer holiday destinations from Bristol Airport - and why you should book for 2024 now
Travel
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Teacher Rebecca Joynes guilty of four counts of sexual activity with two pupils
UK & World News
Joynes, 30, was already suspended from her high school job for alleged sexual activity with boy A, 15, when she began a sexual relationship with the second youngster, boy B
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Amanda Holden 'cannot live without' this affordable £11 foundation that leaves skin 'glowy'
Amanda Holden
If it's good enough for Amanda, it's good enough for us...
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'I now use CBD oil for a good night's sleep and have never looked back'
Health
Writer Tom Capon started using CBD oil to get a better night's sleep thanks to a recommendation from a friend. It has helped tenfold
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Meteors showers and supermoons to light up our skies
UK & World News
If you missed the Northern Lights, these will be easier to spot
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Taylor Swift Eras tour 2024: Cheapest tickets available for UK shows
Taylor Swift
It is just three weeks until Taylor Swift takes to the stage in Edinburgh for the first show of her UK tour - and tickets are still available for under £200
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Spanish island limits holiday beds blaming 'a tourist collapse'
UK & World News
The crackdown comes as authoities increased curbs on street drinking amid widespread anger over tourist numbers in the Balearic and Canary islands
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Hay fever sufferers say Aldi's 89p hay fever balm is a 'game changer'
Aldi
Hay fever sufferers have praised Aldi's 89p balm that's 'great' for protection against 'the onslaught of pollen'
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Upfest
A full day-by-day guide to Upfest 2024 as it starts this week
From cosy bookshop gatherings, to art at the pub, massive murals made of tape, architectural drawing, watercolour lessons, lino printing, and plenty more for the whole family
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Seafront café with stunning views opening this summer
Food and Drink
Get ready for a summer full of flavour as The Food Hub, known for their success at the Bay Café, takes over the Victorian Café on Weston-super-Mare’s seafront
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Live: M4 blocked by crash near Bristol with delays building
Traffic & Travel
There is queuing traffic on the eastbound carriageway at the Almondsbury Interchange
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Postman's wife forced to fend off women who think he's Jason Momoa
UK & World News
Ian Wills - who even has the star's iconic shark teeth inked onto his left arm - constantly has women wanting to touch his flowing locks
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Study finds you can eat 'unhealthy' foods and still lose weight
Health
So long as you are doing one thing, foods like cake and burgers don't have to be off the menu
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New Look praised for 'super flattering' midi dress perfect for work and casual wear
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The shirt dress is available in five colours
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£194 credit card warning as Brits make 'common mistakes'
Cost Of Living
Compare the Market's research said the mistakes were costing people money
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PrettyLittleThing issues statement after thousands turned away at event
Fashion
The brand released a statement after more than 3,000 people turned up to its open model casting in London this week
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Must-have summer dog accessories for under £10 at Home Bargains
Home Bargains
From cooling mats, to doggy pools and even a handy water bottle for when you’re out and about, there are some brilliant products to get your hands on
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Plan to open £60k train driving jobs to teenagers
UK & World News
The minimum is planned to be lowered from 20 to 18 to help address a staffing shortage
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Dunelm selling ‘chair of dreams’ that will cost you £400
Shopping in Bristol
While not the cheapest chair on the market, shoppers will love curling up on this chair with a book
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Dozens of new cases of 100-day whooping cough reported in Bristol
NHS
Over the course of two weeks, there have been 90 new cases of whooping cough reported in Bristol and 17 in South Gloucestershire.
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'Dangerous' paedophile ran WhatsApp group to distribute and hoard indecent images of children
Courts
He initially denied his actions in front of his family
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Sunday Times names richest person in the South West
Economy
He has a fortune of £20.8 billion
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Bristol Transformed Festival returns for fifth year this weekend
Things to do in Bristol
The festival exploring political and cultural themes kicks off this evening with a walking tour and comedy night
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Travel
You can travel to South West islands dubbed a 'mini-Maldives'
Boasting white sands and crystal clear blue sea, the beautiful islands are perfect for wildlife fans
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Marks and Spencer's summer beauty bag is worth £170 but costs only £30
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Restaurant giving out free pizza for Great Bristol Run finishers
Great Bristol Half Marathon
The offer lasts for race day only
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TalkTalk launches spring broadband sale with free Echo Dot for new customers
Shopping
Get reduction on broadband packages
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New bus lanes plans put on hold and could take 10 years
Traffic & Travel
The council has put its roll out of new bus lanes on pause until November
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Join our WhatsApp group for reviews, food & drink news and more
Bristol Live
Join our new WhatsApp group - What's On - to receive the latest news on events, reviews and food & drink news happening in Bristol.
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We tried Bristol restaurant selling £10 coffee - and loved it
Eating Out in Bristol
Everything we had was delicious
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Professor issues 10-day warning over infected water outbreak
UK & World News
Thousands of homes are being told not to drink their tapwater
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Amazon's best-selling anti chafing shorts that save your thighs from chub rub
Amazon
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Damning Ofsted for Bristol school where pupils fear 'fights and assaults'
Education
The Merchant Venturers running the school have apologised to parents
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BBC statement after reports Giovanni Pernice will not be on Strictly
Celebs/TV
Ut follows his dance partner quitting last season
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Met Office issues seven hour thunderstorm weather warning for south west
UK & World News
Potentially more than two inches of rain could fall causing flooding and dangerous driving conditions
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Invaluable new cancer treatment approved for use on the NHS
NHS
The treatment involves injecting millions of tiny radioactive beads called microspheres – smaller than the width of a human hair – into the blood supply
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Amber northern lights alert as they could be visible across UK later
BBC
Aurorawatch UK has issued an amber alert for today due to intense geomagnetic activity from the Sun
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Live: A4 blocked by 'police incident' with heavy traffic
Clifton
Congestion has been reported on the A4 Hotwell Road and the Portway
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Amazon drops price of Ninja's 'real game changer' family air fryer
Amazon
The large capacity air fryer that can cook two foods in different ways at the same time is currently on sale
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Thousands of Covid cases as fresh wave being driven by FLiRT variants
UK & World News
It is feared new strains have already become dominant after a surge in the number of people testing positive and being hospitalised
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Shoppers switch to 'brilliantly cool' summer duvet they say is 'perfect for hot nights'
Shopping
The lighter tog is duvet is great for hot nights and for those who overheat when sleeping
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People back Michael Mosley diet saying they lost 2 stone in 12 weeks
Health
The eating plan includes fasting and is said to drastically lose weight and reduce chances of getting type 2 diabetes, heart disease and cancer
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New Look selling £30 'non iron' holiday dress that 'looks way more expensive' than it is
New Look
"Bought dress in both colours as couldn’t decide, glad I did. Love them both, comfortable, perfect fabric to go in a case!"
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People ask 'is this legal' as masked figures stalk person's house in promo video
Film
A new promo video for upcoming horror film The Strangers has left people terrified as masked people stalk person's house
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'My childbirth destroyed everything good in my life' Louise Thompson opens up on motherhood
Parenting
Former Made In Chelsea star Louise Thompson has bravely opened up on the 'traumatic' birth of her son
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Events
The big Bristol events of 2024 to mark on your calendar
From the Balloon Fiesta and the Harbour Festival, to Love Saves the Day, Valley Fest and more
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Ex-Bristol City starlet who died of overdose saw life spiral after breaking leg
Bristol City FC
An inquest heard that Wayne Briggs' life went downhill after he broke his leg aged just 15 which ended his football career
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Woman died after savage beating by her drug-crazed 'best friend' during three-day crack binge
Courts
A post-mortem examination revealed uncertainties about the exact cause of Hayley Adams' death and Cheyenne Loder, 32, was sentenced to two-and-a-half years in prison.
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Full list of 10 cheapest and most expensive cars to insure in 2024
Money
Car insurance can be costly, varying by by almost £1,000, depending on the make and model of the vehicle
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Girl, three, drowned after turning on taps in the bath in horrific accident
UK & World News
Iris-Mae Aubrey died despite the frantic efforts of her parents and paramedics to save her, an inquest was told
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Reese Witherspoon's 'dream comes true' with new Legally Blonde announcement
TV
Hollywood actress Reese Witherspoon announces new prequel series, 'Elle', 23 years after the release of the first film
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British tourists risk fines over little-known foreign driving rules
Holidays
Brits who are driving abroad have been warned not to fall foul of the law or else they risk being punished with a fine.
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Marks and Spencer selling ‘fabulous’ dress great for any occasion
Marks & Spencer
Costing £40, shoppers can look stylish no matter the occasion with this dress this summer
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Bristol Old Vic's Glass Menagerie is 'raw', 'heart-wrenching' and 'incredibly human'
Bristol Old Vic
It explores themes of duty, loneliness, love, and how life can fall far short of people’s dreams
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DWP to check bank accounts for two things when it comes to benefit fraud
Your Money
The Department for Work and Pensions will be looking for two main things when it is given new powers to check bank accounts for benefit fraud
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Little-known scheme can save you hundreds on water bills
Money
WaterSure is a scheme that helps some people with their water bills - potentially saving you hundreds
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Rishi Sunak quizzed on why he 'hates pensioners' in brutal Loose Women interview
Loose Women
Loose Women's Janet Street Porter didn't hold back as she accused the PM of 'hating pensioners' after economists warned they were the worst demographic affected by Spring Budget
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Martin Lewis sparks debate over whether summer holidays should be 'substantially shortened'
Martin Lewis
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis has divided fans on social media as he asked his followers if they think the summer holidays are too long - and the results are unexpectedly close
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Controversial allotments firm say 'last thing we want to do is harm nature'
Environment
Police have ordered the company to stop work on part of the site over concern for resting skylarks
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Clifton Suspension Bridge listed among the most beautiful places in the UK
Clifton Suspension Bridge
It's one of the top 15 according to a list collated by travel writers
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Pubs and bars in Bristol
This Victorian backstreet pub has more than 20 gins on offer
Unless you know it's there, it's unlikely you'll find it unless you're lost
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West Country driver caught doing 79mph in 20mph zone
Traffic & Travel
It is just of the almost 12,500 vehicles driving above the speed limit caught by Community SpeedWatch volunteers in Somerset last year.
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BBC Radio Bristol figures plummet as over half its listeners switch off
BBC
BBC Radio Bristol's latest audience figures have shown a marked drop in listeners for the beloved station, with many people no longer tuning in to local radio station
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BRI hospital critical incident evacuation caused by electrical fault
NHS
An electrical fault has been identified as the cause of the incident
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Exact date 'Saharan Plume' to hit as Brits told to prepare for 24C 'heatwave'
Weather
The recent spate of wet and windy weather, that has seen mixed temperatures and frequent rain showers is set to give way to a patch of warm weather and sunshine next week
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Traffic & Travel
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M5 motorway
Live: M5 crash leaves holiday traffic queuing through Bristol
Heavy traffic has been reported between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare
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Live-event
Live: Bristol trains cancelled after emergency incident
Temple Meads
CrossCountry said that some services are facing delays of up to an hour
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Live-event
M4 blocked by crash near Bristol with delays building
Traffic & Travel
There was queuing traffic on the eastbound carriageway at the Almondsbury Interchange
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New bus lanes plans put on hold - and could take a decade to install
Traffic & Travel
The council has put its roll out of new bus lanes on pause until November
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West Country driver caught doing 79mph in 20mph zone
Traffic & Travel
It is just one of the almost 12,500 vehicles driving above the speed limit caught by Community SpeedWatch volunteers in Somerset last year.
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Bristol City FC
Bristol City FC
Jon Lansdown on Bristol City's leadership structure, his dad's position and Richard Scudamore
Exclusive: Part two of our interview with the Bristol City chairman as he discussed the "collaborative" approach now at the heart of the decision-making in BS3
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Jon Lansdown on the FA Cup and why Premier League clubs don't care about Bristol City and the EFL
Bristol City FC
Exclusive: The Bristol City chairman tells Bristol Live that the greater distribution of revenues through the divisions is a "moral argument"
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Ex-Bristol City starlet who died of overdose saw life spiral after breaking leg
Bristol City FC
An inquest heard that Wayne Briggs' life went downhill after he broke his leg aged just 15 which ended his football career
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Bristol City transfer notebook: Theo Bair rumours discussed, Niclas Eliasson a target for rivals
Bristol City FC
Bristol City are looking to strengthen in the final third as Liam Manning experiences his first summer window in charge of the Robins
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Adam Murphy's sensational strike for Bristol City U21s offers further evidence of his talent
Bristol City FC
The Republic of Ireland U21 international continues to make positive progress for the Young Robins
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UK & World News
Aldi
Aldi takes swipe at 'overpriced' Cadbury treat as shoppers left in stitches
Aldi shoppers have been left howling with laughter after the supermarket responded to a tweet comparing its budget chocolate bars to Cadbury's iconic Freddo offering
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Teacher Rebecca Joynes accused of having sex with two pupils found guilty
UK & World News
Joynes, 30, was already suspended from her high school job for alleged sexual activity with boy A, 15, when she began a sexual relationship with the second youngster, boy B
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Dog owners could face unlimited fines if they attack or 'worry' livestock in new proposals
Labour Party
A report suggests that 34,000 incidents of livestock worrying occur every year
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DWP tests bank account checks and finds 63,000 benefit claimants breaking the rules
UK & World News
The DWP asked two high street banks to check accounts to see if the proposals were viable and the results are astonishing
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Joanna Lumley, Stephen Fry and Aisling Bea lead calls for government to act on UK food poverty
UK & World News
The Trussell Trust released figures this week revealing a record 3.1 million food parcels were distributed by food banks in their network in the last 12 months, with 655,000 people having to use a food bank for the first time
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Aldi takes swipe at 'overpriced' Cadbury treat as shoppers left in stitches
Aldi shoppers have been left howling with laughter after the supermarket responded to a tweet comparing its budget chocolate bars to Cadbury's iconic Freddo offering
Teacher Rebecca Joynes accused of having sex with two pupils found guilty
UK & World News
Joynes, 30, was already suspended from her high school job for alleged sexual activity with boy A, 15, when she began a sexual relationship with the second youngster, boy B
Dog owners could face unlimited fines if they attack or 'worry' livestock in new proposals
Labour Party
A report suggests that 34,000 incidents of livestock worrying occur every year
West Country's biggest new forest in a generation to be created near Bristol
Environment
The forest will have huge significance to our region, the scale of this woodland project is quite frankly immense"
Live: M5 crash leaves holiday traffic queuing through Bristol
M5 motorway
Heavy traffic has been reported between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare
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Person dies on train tracks near Bristol
Police said the death is not being treated as suspicious
Live: Bristol trains cancelled after emergency incident
Temple Meads
CrossCountry said that some services are facing delays of up to an hour
M4 blocked by crash near Bristol with delays building
Traffic & Travel
There was queuing traffic on the eastbound carriageway at the Almondsbury Interchange
Bristol dental patient left 'shocked and disappointed' by NHS dental fees
NHS
Ben Brown and his wife queued for two days in Bristol earlier this year so the couple could see an NHS dentist
Investigation after councillor tells Black activist 'let's not forget what country you are in'
Politics
South Gloucestershire Council is investigating after a complaint was made
Aldi
Aldi takes swipe at 'overpriced' Cadbury treat as shoppers left in stitches
Aldi shoppers have been left howling with laughter after the supermarket responded to a tweet comparing its budget chocolate bars to Cadbury's iconic Freddo offering
Teacher Rebecca Joynes accused of having sex with two pupils found guilty
UK & World News
Joynes, 30, was already suspended from her high school job for alleged sexual activity with boy A, 15, when she began a sexual relationship with the second youngster, boy B
Dog owners could face unlimited fines if they attack or 'worry' livestock in new proposals
Labour Party
A report suggests that 34,000 incidents of livestock worrying occur every year
West Country's biggest new forest in a generation to be created near Bristol
Environment
The forest will have huge significance to our region, the scale of this woodland project is quite frankly immense"
Live: M5 crash leaves holiday traffic queuing through Bristol
M5 motorway
Heavy traffic has been reported between Bristol and Weston-super-Mare