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Chew Valley Caravan Park Makes Top Ten
A caravan park just outside Bristol has been voted amongst the top ten in the country.
Website Launched For Bristol Dads
A website aimed at supporting Dads has been launched in Bristol.
Milestone For Bristol City Stadium Plans
It has been confirmed the Government will not be looking into plans for Bristol City Football Club's proposed new stadium.
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Bristol Airport Drops 'International' From Name
Bosses at Bristol Airport have removed the 'International' from it's name.
Stokes Croft Resident In Court Over "Welcome" Sign
A man who painted a sign welcoming people to Stokes Croft is due before Bristol Magistrates today, charged with criminal damage.
Bristol Maritime Hero Comes Out Of Storage
A statue of Bristol's well known shipping figure Samuel Plimsoll will come out of storage today and be unveiled in a new location.
Gloucestershire County Cricket Club's Development Plans Get Green Light
10 million pounds now has to be raised by Gloucestershire County Cricket Club, after the plans to expand their grounds were given the go ahead last night.
Bristol Cancer Charity Launch Appeal For Fundraisers
Macmillan cancer support in Bristol have launched an appeal today to find people to take part in their 'Raise at Blaise' Walk this Spring.
Bristol's Food Ambitions Revealed
Bristol City Council has launched its first ever Food Charter, setting out its ambitions for healthier and more locally produced food.
Future Of International Cricket In Bristol Looks Secure
It's reported councillors gave the plans to re-develop the county ground on Neville Road the go-ahead last night.
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'Bristol Plane Spotters' Arrive Back Home
Stephen Hampton from Keynsham and Steven Ayres from St George are back after being fined in India.
Decision's Expected On Future Of International Cricket In Bristol
Bristol City Councillors are expected to make a decision later on whether redevelopment at Gloucestershire County Cricket Club can go ahead.
£2 Million Boost For Council Housing in Bristol
An extra £2 million is going to be spent on housing services in Bristol.
Bristol Smokers Are Urged To Get Help To Quit
On "No Smoking Day 2010", people across Bristol are being encouraged to stub out their last cigarette.
Plans Submitted For Huge Bristol Sainsbury's
The planning applications for Sainsbury's new store at Ashton Gate and the redevelopment of their old supermarket on Winterstoke road have been submitted.
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Eviction Notice Served At Proposed Tescos In Bristol
Today, bailiffs have been trying to evict protestors campaigning against plans to turn a disused building into a Tescos on Stokes Croft.
£12 Million For South West Affordable Housing
Housing Minister John Healey has announced that 11 projects will share £12.7 million of funding for more than 1,000 homes.
Positive Response For Bristol Rubbish Scheme
A meeting between DEFRA and Bristol City Council about a scheme to give Bristol residents cash incentives to reduce the waste they generate has been called 'highly positive'.
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First Traffic Lights Turned Off In Bristol
A set of traffic lights in the centre of Bristol have been switched off, in an experiment to see whether it improves the flow of traffic.
Bristol Scientists Share Success Stories From Premature Baby Treatment
Bristol scientists are releasing more information today about a pioneering treatment which has reduced the risk of serious disabilities in premature babies.
Fire At Historic House In Bristol
An investigation is underway after a fire at an historic house in Bristol yesterday.
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DEFRA Decides On Bristol Rubbish Scheme
Bristol residents could find out today if they will become the first householders in the UK to be paid for reducing their weekly rubbish.
Bridge Valley Road - CLOSED
Work gets underway today on one of Bristol's main busiest communter roads.
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Volunteers Needed For New MS Shop In Bristol
More volunteers are needed for a Bristol charity, to help people with MS.
Oscar Hope For Wallace And Gromit
Bristol duo in Hollywood for Awards
Bristol Animation Festival
Barton Hill hosts 5th animation event
Bristol Crackdown On Streetdrinkers
Stokes Croft targetted to prevent booze sales.
Anger At Bristol Road Closure
As Bristol's open top bus service launches its 18th season, there is anger that one of their main routes will be closed from Monday.
Bristol Residents Could Save £160 Through Insulation
New figures show householders in Bristol could reduce their energy bills by £160 by insulating their roofs and walls.
8 And A Half Years For Bristol Drugs & Guns Gang Leader
The leader of a drugs and guns gang from Bristol, which netted up to £1 million a week has been jailed for at least 8 and a half years.
'Rubbers For Clubbers' To Encourage Safe Sex In Bristol
A campaign to encourage people in Bristol to have safe sex will offer clubbers the chance to queue jump at some city venues if they're carrying condoms.
Thousands Spent On Fixing Bristol Potholes
More than £400,000 is being spent on repairing potholes in Bristol and the surrounding area after extreme weather left thousands of roads damaged.
Police Appeal Over Hartcliffe Assault
Police are making an appeal for witnesses after a man was seriously injured at a house in Silcox Road.
Delay In Approving Bristol Airport Plans
Councillors in North Somerset last night have recommended it for approval but it's now up to the planning committee.
Bristol Uni Research 'What Makes Food Taste Good?'
A Bristol University scientist is trying to find out what makes meals taste nice by looking into the science of food.
Bristol Plane Spotters Hearing Postponed
Two plane spotters from Bristol accused of 'illegally' monitoring aircraft have had their court appearance adjourned.
Support Pledged For Children Of Prisoners In Bristol
A pilot project has been launched, which aims to support Bristol children who have a parent in prison.
Bristol Airport Expansion Plan Could Be Approved Today
Plans to expand Bristol International Airport so it handles 10 million passengers a year could be approved later.
Parade For South West's Olympic Champion
Olympic gold medallist Amy Williams will take part in an open top bus parade through Bath this afternoon.
More Portway Closures Because Of Flood Risk
The Portway will be closed off again for part of the Wednesday morning rush hour because of safety concerns over flooding.
Surfers' Paradise On The River Severn
Surfers turned out on the banks of the River Severn this morning to catch a rare wave.
Traffic Chaos After Portway Closes Over Flooding Risks
There were major traffic problems this morning, after the Portway was closed through rush hour over concerns of flooding.
3 Years For Massive Attack Founder Over Bristol Armed Robberies
One of the founder members of Massive Attack has been sentenced to 3 years in prison today for his part in a series of armed robberies across Bristol.
South West Manufacturing Jobs At Risk
It's predicted there will be more redundancies in the manufacturing industry in the South West despite company bosses saying they're seeing improvements in output.
Millionaire Gives Thousands To Bristol Charity
The moment an undercover millionaire gave thousands of pounds to a Bristol homeless charity will be aired on TV tonight.
Work Begins On Bristol's Cabot Tower
Council promises historic building will be saved.
Bristol Company Celebrates Toy Success
The Armouron named as best toy for 2010.
Bristol Invention Hits The U.S
A West Country entrepreneur is set to launch product in America.
Applications Open for Bristol Half Marathon
Runners can register to take part from today.
Fears Over Portway Flooding
The highest tides of the year expected this week.
Animals Rights Group To Protest Outside A Bristol Zoo
Bristol Animal Rights Collective are planning to protest outside Noah's Ark Zoo Farm today.
New Service To Tackle Obesity In Pregnant Women In Bristol
NHS Bristol plan to launch a new community scheme designed to help pregnant women in the city lose weight.
Quarter Of A Million Visit Dentist In Bristol In Two Years
The number of people visiting the dentist in Bristol is increasing with a quarter of a million check ups in the last two years.
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Couple Get Keys To "Eco Home"
After a £23,000 "eco makeover", a couple from Bristol have moved back into their revamped home.
Plans For Jamie Oliver Restaurant In Bristol
A planning application's been submitted for a Jamie Oliver restaurant in Bristol.
Contracts Signed On Bristol Super Hospital
Contracts have been signed to finalise plans for a new 430 million pound hospital in Southmead.
Bristol's March Against Violence To Women
Hundreds of people are expected to join a march in Bristol tonight to protest against violence to women.
South West Minister Talks Jobs Of The Future With Bristol Teens
Minister for the South West has been speaking to young people in Bristol today about the challenges they face finding work in the economy of the future.
History Of Bristol's Floating Harbour Documented On New Website
The history of Bristol's floating harbour has been documented in a new website, which will be used as an educational tool in local schools.
Avonmouth Biofuel Plant Turned Down
A planning application for a biofuel power plant in Avonmouth has been thrown out by the council.
Bristol Sustainable Energy In the Spotlight
Sustainable energy sources for Bristol are going to be discussed at a conference in the city this morning.
Teen Pregnancy Rates Down In Bristol
The latest government figures have revealed teenage pregnancy rates in the city fell by 4.5% from 2007 to 2008.
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Carol Vorderman Backs Bristol Event For Prostate Cancer
Carol Vorderman is urging men in Bristol to get tested for prostate cancer.
Campaigners Demonstrate Outside Avonmouth Biofuel Planning Meeting
Demonstrators are urging planning committee members to turn down an application for a biofuel power plant in Avonmouth.
A Bristol Drug & Alcohol Recovery Service Gets Grant
A grant of £488,697 is being given to a Bristol drug and alcohol recovery service.
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£10m For Science Park In Bristol
Work can now start on SPark - which will be one of the country's biggest Science Parks.
Bristol Plane Spotters Appear In Court In India
2 men from Bristol charged with illegally tapping into airport communications have been bailed.
Wife Of Bristol Plane Spotter Held In India 'Anxious and Devastated'
The wife of one of the Bristol plane spotters being held in India says she's anxious and devastated that her husband still hasn't been released.
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Bristol City Youth Players Set Example On The Roads
Young Bristol City players are being given extra training to make them safer drivers.
Thousands Sign Up To Save Bristol's Cabot Tower
More than 2 and a half thousand people have joined a facebook group to save Bristol's Cabot Tower.
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Princess Anne Celebrates 10 Years Of Work By A Bristol Charity
HRH Princess Royal has visited a Bristol charity, a decade on from launching the organisation here in the city.
Bristol Plane Spotters Held In India Charged
Two Bristol planespotters being held by police in India will appear in court tomorrow.
Bristol Filmakers Win A BAFTA
2 women from Bristol are celebrating this morning after winning the award for Best Short Animation.
Turbo Island On BBC1 Show
Homeless volunteers in city centre revamp.
£200,000 Re-Vamp For Pool
Bedminster pool gets major face-lift.
Sneak Preview For Banksy Film Debut
A month before the film's general release, a screening is taking place today.
MP Bid To Free Bristol Planespotters
Two men held at Indian detention centre.
Bedminster Film Company at the BAFTA'S
A Bristol film is up for an award.
Empty Shops In Bristol Loaned To Art And Charity Groups
Shops in Bristol which have fallen into disuse because of the recession are going to be offered to local arts groups, charities and community projects.
Bristol Residents Warned Over Charity Collections
Bristol residents making clothing donations to charities are being warned to 'give with care'.
Bristol Police Dogs Train For Security Role At 2012 Olympics
Bristol Police are training the dogs who'll search for explosives at the 2012 Olympics.
Bristol Rovers Recruiting Guest Families To Host Youth Players
Bristol Rovers are on a drive to recruit guest families to provide accommodation for their potential stars of the future.
Police Appeal After Newsagent Robbery In Bristol
Police in Bristol are making an appeal for information after a robbery in Sea Mills this morning.
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World's Most Endangered Primates Revealed At Bristol Zoo
The world's 25 most endangered primates have been revealed at Bristol Zoo.
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Protest Planned Against 180 Homes For Mangotsfield
Campaigners against building 180 new homes on green belt land in Mangotsfield are set to protest later.
Bristol Dads In Paternity Awareness Campaign
New dads in Bristol given more advice about paternity leave.
2 Million Makeover For Bristol Airport Bus Service
2 million pounds is being spent on the makeover of Bristol International Airport's bus service.
Bristol Theatres Learn How To Go Green
Theatres are the latest industry in the West being targetted to go green.
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Stokes Croft To Get Street Festival
A Street Festival is being planned for Stokes Croft.
Bristol Aid Worker Urges 'Don't Forget Haiti'
A Bristol aid worker is urging us not to forget Haiti more than a month after an earthquake devastated the country.
Keynsham Residents Want Answers Over Future Of Fry Club
Keynsham residents have been raising concerns about whether the new owners of Cadbury will honour their commitment to rebuild the town's community centre.
NHS Bristol Say New Hospital Will Be Completed
Bristol residents are being reassured that the new hospital in the south of the City will be completed despite previous concerns about funding for the project.
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Bristol MP Calls For Government Legal Powers Over Business Takeovers
A Bristol MP is calling for the government to get legal powers over business takeovers by foreign companies.
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What's Next For Cadbury's Bristol Site?
People in Keynsham have been putting forward ideas about what could replace the town's Cadbury factory.
Recession Sees Rise In Domestic Abuse in Bristol
There's been around an 80% increase in women in Bristol being victims of domestic violence during the recession.
Bristol Labour Want Fifty Grand For The Matthew
Labour councillors want £50,000 of Bristol tax payers' money to be given to support The Matthew.
Tribute To Bristol Student Found Dead In Hampshire
The family of a student from Bristol found dead on a Hampshire beach have said he "lived life to the full."
Demonstration Planned Against Tesco In Stokes Croft
A demonstration is planned for this afternoon, against a proposed Tesco in Stokes Croft.
Missing Bristol Woman - Police Appeal
The hunt continues for missing Karen Wheeler.
Climber In Cheddar Fall
Man suffers "life-threatening" injuries.
Convicted Killer Captured In Bristol
A man is arrested in Bristol after police appeal.
Bristol Men In Stolen Car Crash
Three men in hospital after BMW crash.
"Human Fireball" Horror in Cliftonwood
A man is fighting for his life after running down a street in Cliftonwood, engulfed in flames.
Body Confirmed As Missing Evelyn
Police confirm body found near river is that of missing pensioner.
Haiti Fundraising For Bristol School
Bristol school helps raise cash for earthquake victims
Rovers Charity Appeal For Haiti
Club organises collection for earthquake victims
"Cycling City" Scheme Gets Underway
Construction work starts on Bristol cycle routes.
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Bristol Head Teacher Sleeps In School
A Bristol head teacher says he slept in his office to make the earliest possible decision whether to close his school because of snow.
Children to text 88551 to report knife-carrying in Bristol schools
Bristol's young people who don't feel comfortable calling the police can now text them.
Hit and Run Killer Hannah Saaf Escapes Jail
Hit and run killer Hannah Saaf has escaped jail, but has been given an indefinite hospital order at Bristol Crown Court.
Bristol students warned about personal identity theft
A university student in Bristol has been picked to help peers protect their identity.
Bristol businesses - keep business in Bristol
The leader of the city council is asking to keep taxes levied on Bristol businesses within Bristol.
Film promotes the Westcountry to London businesses
A group of celebrities have got together to promote the Westcountry to businesses thinking of moving out of London.
Bristol City Council Leader Barbara Janke on Copenhagen and Palm Oil
The leader of Bristol City Council is heading out to a mini climate summit in Copenhagen today - but it's reported she's flying.
Locking Parklands Given the Go-Ahead
A former RAF camp in Weston-super-Mare is to be converted into high quality offices, an innovation centre and affordable housing for key workers.
Portway "Too Noisy" Claims Councillor
A Tory councillor in Bristol claims the Portway is too noisy - and wants the council to resurface it with quiet tarmac.