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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
Rail firm fined £1m over train passenger's death
Bethan Roper was killed in 2018 when she leaned out of a droplight window on a moving train.
Parents says new childcare support doesn't cover costs
Parents across West say the government's new childcare offer doesn't go far enough.
Major outdoor motocross event halted due to winds
The event is the UK's largest outdoor motocross event, with up to 100,000 visitors expected.
Public urged to 'donate a dinner' to animal centres
Naturewatch Foundation's campaign is urging people to send food to rescue centres.
Jewish community 'in shock' over synagogue attack
The terror attack which left two people dead happened on the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.
Public inquiry to determine future of city space
Campaigners want to protect the area, but there are concerns over the number of crimes there.
'Significant' number of phones stolen from clubs
People heading out in a city centre are warned to be vigilant after the spate of thefts.
Gromit auction raises £2m for children's hospital
The record-breaking auction saw characters from the Gromit Unleashed 3 trail go under the hammer.
Historic Wales and England crossing shut to traffic
An historic bridge which links Wales and England closes to traffic after engineers find structural damage.
Recycling sacks to replace bins for thousands
Bristol city council aims to rollout orange recycling sacks instead of bins to clear street space.
'Gromit Unleashed auction' and 'bike thefts'
A look at what stories are trending across the West of England on Friday 3 October.
Animal bones found in search for girl who vanished 55 years ago
The "area of interest" flagged by a team of volunteers has turned out to be a false alarm.
F1's Lando Norris backed for glory by first school
The racing star is being encouraged to win his maiden championship title by teachers and pupils.
Forest of Imagination returns with immersive art
The festival is transforming a former golf course into a free exhibition of art and nature.
Second arrest following caravan fire
Two men have now been arrested and bailed since the fire broke out on Monday evening.
M4 closures to cause 'substantial disruption'
Drivers are being warned ahead of a series of upcoming closures on the motorway.
Mother says it is a 'miracle' she is still alive
Heidi Loughlin was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer 10 years ago.
Norris fifth in Singapore GP qualifying
Mercedes' George Russell beats Max Verstappen and the McLarens to pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix.
Batley dreams of England, Prem title and 100 games
Bristol Bears lock Joe Batley on his dream of winning the league title, reaching 100 games for his club and playing for England.
Bears blow as trio need surgery
Bristol Bears lose top players Harry Randall, AJ MacGinty and Gabriel Ibitoye to long-term injuries that all require surgeries.
Bristol captain Harding signs new contract
Bristol Bears captain Fitz Harding signs a new contract fresh off his 100th appearance for the Prem club.
Rees-Zammit ready for Wales return - Cuthbert
Wing Louis Rees-Zammit is ready to step straight back into the Wales squad this autumn, according to former Wales international Alex Cuthbert.
On The Front Line
Meet the team catching dangerous offenders, helping protect kids from sexual exploitation.
The Big Cases
The shocking story of two innocent teenagers murdered in a case of mistaken identity.
The Big Cases
Steven Craig re-enacted a torture scene from the film Reservoir Dogs burning his partner.
The Big Cases
How a house party turned into a murder scene - the fatal stabbing of Mikey Roynon.
The Big Cases
Linda Razzell was murdered by her husband in 2002 - will he now reveal where her body is?
The Big Cases
Kidnapped and murdered while on a gap year in France. Is it finally time for justice?
S Glos mum: Racist rant at my 3yr old
A mum?s shock that her 3 year old?s been subjected to a racist rant.
?I was scared? Tony Robinson on writing & Bristol City
Actor, presenter and Bristol City fan Tony Robinson talks about his first novel.
Historic Bristol glass company ?desperate? for home
The historic glassware company needs a new home
All About Bristol
Forgotten names have been unearthed in an updated interactive map called Know Your Place.
Pick of the stats: Bristol City v Queens Park Rangers
The pick of the stats ahead of Bristol City v Queens Park Rangers
'The game showed how important Atkinson is'
Bristol City boss Gerhard Struber hopes Rob Atkinson's injury problems are not serious after the defender scored in their 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town.
Pick of the stats: Bristol City v Ipswich Town
The pick of the stats ahead of Bristol City v Ipswich Town
Cleverley not worried by Issaka's lack of game time
Plymouth Argyle boss Tom Cleverley says he is not concerned by Freddie Issaka's lack of game time in his loan spell at Bristol Rovers.
Beard left a legacy at Liverpool - Reds boss Taylor
Matt Beard left a "legacy" at Liverpool and his death will leave "a big void", says current Reds women's team manager Gareth Taylor.
Wales' Morgan grateful for Euro 2025 experience
Esther Morgan says she is grateful for her experiences with Wales at Euro 2025.
Batley dreams of England, Prem title and 100 games
Bristol Bears lock Joe Batley on his dream of winning the league title, reaching 100 games for his club and playing for England.
Bears blow as trio need surgery
Bristol Bears lose top players Harry Randall, AJ MacGinty and Gabriel Ibitoye to long-term injuries that all require surgeries.
Bristol captain Harding signs new contract
Bristol Bears captain Fitz Harding signs a new contract fresh off his 100th appearance for the Prem club.
Rees-Zammit ready for Wales return - Cuthbert
Wing Louis Rees-Zammit is ready to step straight back into the Wales squad this autumn, according to former Wales international Alex Cuthbert.
Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)
Gold vexed by Joseph's Bath link
Bath coach Gary Gold berates "irresponsible" reports linking London Irish's Jonathan Joseph with a move to the Rec.
Somerset support Rehman's return
Coach Andy Hurry says Somerset had no qualms in bringing Pakistan's Abdur Rehman back to Taunton despite his drugs ban.
Trego signs new Somerset contract
All-rounder Peter Trego signs a new three-year deal with Somerset after an impressive year with ball and bat.
Ward anticipating 'toughest' job
Returning Bristol Rovers manager John Ward expects his second spell at the club to be the hardest task of his career.
England bring in Buttler & Woakes
Chris Woakes and Jos Buttler replace James Anderson and Jonathan Trott in England's one-day squad to face India.
Injury blow for Bristol's Grieve
Bristol captain Iain Grieve is set to be sidelined for up to three months after sustaining a suspected bicep tear.
Ward becomes Bristol Rovers boss
League Two strugglers Bristol Rovers appoint John Ward as their manager for a second time until the end of the season.
Players let down McGhee - Virgo
Bristol Rovers centre-back Adam Virgo believes the players let Mark McGhee down following the manager's sacking.
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Hundreds of extra police on streets after synagogue attack
Other forces are boosting Greater Manchester Police numbers following Thursday's synagogue attack.
Teen jailed in Dubai dies after London police chase
Marcus Fakana, who was jailed for having sex with a 17-year-old girl, dies after a pursuit in Tottenham.
'I don't want others to die after ignoring doctors'
Paloma Shemirani, the daughter of a high-profile conspiracy theorist, rejected chemotherapy.
Health scare gives £1m winner a massive wake-up call
After "partying for months" Adam Lopez was diagnosed with a bilateral pulmonary embolism.
Police make 355 arrests at pro-Palestinian protest in London
Demonstrations went ahead despite calls from politicians and police leaders for the protests to be postponed in wake of the Manchester synagogue attack.
Storm Amy sees more than 1,000 homes without power
Most of the properties affected are in the Penrith area, according to SP Electricity North West.
Mascot dreams come true for boy with leukemia
Mason, who was diagnosed with cancer in May, had only returned home after chemotherapy two days before the game.
Tributes to 'caring' and 'courageous' men who died
Tributes are being paid to Melvin Cravitz and Adrian Daulby, who were both killed in the attack.
What we know about synagogue attacker Jihad Al-Shamie
At the time of the deadly attack, Jihad Al-Shamie was on bail after being arrested on suspicion of rape.
I saw evil as he tried to barge into synagogue, rabbi tells BBC
Rabbi Daniel Walker tells the BBC how he held the doors of his synagogue shut as the attacker "body charged" them as he tried to get inside.
'Fate stopped my son-in-law attending synagogue'
Mark Goldstone says his son-in-law's near miss on Thursday "really brought it home" to him.
'My son hides his outwardly Jewish school uniform'
A mum from Manchester says, as a Jewish woman, there is a need to be "looking over your shoulder".
Source: BBC News
