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Cyclist dies in crash as van driver arrested
Traffic & Travel
A man has been arrested on suspicion of careless driving
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M4 driver caught with cruise control set at 100mph
M4 motorway
Police officers quipped he will be 'cruising off to court'
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Body of man found in West Country lagoon
In the News
Wiltshire Police officers were looking for a missing person when they made the discovery.
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West Country villages dubbed the 'poshest' in Britain
West Country
The Telegraph has released a list naming the poshest villages across Britain and four from the West Country have made the grade.
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Boys hurled lamb down steps of West Country tower and filmed it
Animals
The boys, who can not be named for legal reasons, were each given a referral order after the RSPCA took the case to court
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Bath seeks legal exception to stop 'distressing' seagull attacks
Animals
Bath and North East Somerset Council is applying for a licence to remove nests and eggs of urban gulls, and is encouraging people to install spikes to deter them
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Disgraced police officer jailed after sharing images of dead man on WhatsApp
Local News
Concerned family members told him to delete pictures and footage taken while with Avon and Somerset Police
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Live: Major gas leak sparks evacuation, road closures and large cordon
West Country
75 people have been evacuated from their homes while fire crews worked to secure the area
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West Country policeman assaulted boy outside shop
Courts
PC Lee Prince was found guilty of common assault and appeared in court yesterday (April 16)
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Plans submitted to restore crumbling West Country pier
North Somerset Council
The first phase of work on the Birnbeck Pier project could start later this year if a planning application is approved. The application has been submitted on North Somerset Council's behalf
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'Panther-like' big cat spotted prowling through farmer's field
Animals
Geoff Thompson, 37, has spoken about his encounter with a big cat he saw in a field.
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Man found dead and murder investigation launched
Crime
An 80-year-old man was found with fatal injuries at a property on Welland Court in Cheltenham
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Suspected XL Bully dog leaves girl in hospital with serious injuries
Local News
Officers seized the dog
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The 'incredible' West Country pub where you can spot dolphins while drinking a pint
Pubs & Restaurants in Cornwall
The pub has now gone viral on Tiktok
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Rare stunning halo is captured around the sun in Gloucester
Local News
A halo around the sun is said to be a rare occurrence when cloud is really high up in the atmosphere and it's ice crystals and the sun is reflected on them
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People still 'bamboozled' by 'optical illusion' cycle lane after paint job
Local News
'If you wear varifocals like I do, you are completely bamboozled by it'
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The little-known West Country beach 'like Thailand' where you can beat the crowds
Beaches
With green-capped cliffs, lapped by turquoise water, tourists often compare the beautiful beach to Thailand
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Four arrested over illegal supply of prescription drugs
Local News
Painkiller and sedatives were reported missing from a pharmacy after an audit.
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'Optical illusion' cycle lane that caused scores of injuries getting major revamp
Traffic & Travel
Dozens of compensation claims have been made against the council after the controversial cycle lane was rolled out
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Bristol Green Party launches manifesto, promising 'hope and action'
Bristol City Council
The party launched its manifesto today, three weeks before the city goes to the polls.
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Controversial 'optical illusion' cycle lane to be fixed tonight
Local News
People have been tripping and falling due to the 'optical illusion' since the scheme was installed on Keynsham High Street two years ago
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Sip into summer with great value wines at the SPAR Wine Festival
Partner Stories
The festival features delicious wines across multiple price brackets, great value deals and amazing giveaways
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Road-rage driver caught losing his rag in dashcam footage
Courts
He can be seen driving erratically and getting involved in an altercation with another driver who supplied footage to the police.
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Parents thought Minecraft was making their son ill - but it was something far more deadly
NHS
William Howard, nine, was told by doctors his initial symptom, a twitch in his right leg, could be down to stress from playing Minecraft - but it was something much more sinister
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Black FridayMartin Lewis issues warning to anyone using air fryers instead of ovensThe Money Saving Expert has been asked about the kitchen appliance switch a number of times, particularly as many have invested in Ninja and Tower air fryers during the Black Friday sales
A432 named as Bristol’s most traffic-clogged major road
Traffic & Travel
This was followed by the A38 and A37
DWP to change PIP assessments in crackdown on benefit cheats
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions is planning to change the way people are assessed for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in a bid to root out benefit cheats
Deer return to National Trust park for first time in years after cull
Animals
The previous herd had to be culled due to high levels of bovine tuberculosis back in 2021, as the disease was severely impacting the health and welfare of the animals
How transport and getting around Bristol could change from next month
Local Elections
Voters will head to the polls on Thursday, May 2, with transport being a key issue for many
MorrisonsMorrisons issues important message to shop and café usersThe supermarket chain is offering shoppers the chance to earn 100 More Cards points when they dine at one of its 396 cafes and 19 Brew Bars
Doctor issues weight loss hair and skin 'seek help' warning
Health
Weight loss can have effects on the body that some might not consider
Queen's favourite takeaway she'd send footman out to collect
The Queen
The Queen might have dined on some of the finest food in the world - but she was still partial to the occasional takeaway, and would send a footman to collect it
Aldi 'do not eat' warning over popular food item as police launch investigation
Aldi
The recall was triggered by concerns that the product could possibly contain metal
Specialist details five-day weight loss plan and says 'make one change'
Google
The expert said carb cycling helps 'repair your metabolism'
Black FridayMartin Lewis issues warning to anyone using air fryers instead of ovensThe Money Saving Expert has been asked about the kitchen appliance switch a number of times, particularly as many have invested in Ninja and Tower air fryers during the Black Friday sales
A432 named as Bristol’s most traffic-clogged major road
Traffic & Travel
This was followed by the A38 and A37
DWP to change PIP assessments in crackdown on benefit cheats
DWP
The Department for Work and Pensions is planning to change the way people are assessed for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) in a bid to root out benefit cheats
Deer return to National Trust park for first time in years after cull
Animals
The previous herd had to be culled due to high levels of bovine tuberculosis back in 2021, as the disease was severely impacting the health and welfare of the animals
How transport and getting around Bristol could change from next month
Local Elections
Voters will head to the polls on Thursday, May 2, with transport being a key issue for many
The QueenQueen's favourite takeaway she'd send footman out to collectThe Queen might have dined on some of the finest food in the world - but she was still partial to the occasional takeaway, and would send a footman to collect it
Aldi 'do not eat' warning over popular food item as police launch investigation
Aldi
The recall was triggered by concerns that the product could possibly contain metal
Specialist details five-day weight loss plan and says 'make one change'
Google
The expert said carb cycling helps 'repair your metabolism'
Live: Missing woman last seen in colourful dungarees and dryrobe
Fishponds
Aimee, 38, is described as 'vulnerable' and police are growing increasingly concerned for her welfare
New Canary Islands rules for Brits after protests and anti-tourist graffiti
Travel
The Canary Islands have been a popular holiday destination for Brits for decades, but a recent anti-tourist movement has been gaining momentum in the Spanish islands