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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)
'Flurry of calls to help murderers evade police'
Bristol Crown Court heard that arrangements were made to help the killers flee the city.
Van dwellers to be moved as park 'used as toilet'
There are more than 100 vans stationed at the Bristol beauty spot.
'Palestine Action activist hit officer with hammer'
Six Elbit Systems protesters caused "serious damage" to the Israel-based defence firm's UK site.
Award declined after trans women not included
Claire Sharpe says she disagrees with Cycling UK only naming biological women in their top 100 list.
Parents launch legal action over school merge plan
Plans to merge Hotwells Primary School and Cathedral Primary School will be decided on Wednesday.
Football club given green light for stadium upgrade
Construction work is expected to begin in early 2027 and will include new hospitality facilities.
'Cold weather preparations' and 'police award'
A look at the stories which are trending across the West of England on Tuesday 18 November.
Life-changing surgery means boy gets first sleepover
William from Bath, has had his jaw rebuilt using his own ribs allowing him to breathe independently.
Military veterans sought for coastal rowing club
A military wife is looking for people connected to the armed forces in Somerset to join the club.
Trial starts of group accused of helping murderers
The defendants are accused of helping three teenagers who had been involved in a fatal stabbing.
Parking charges 'will lead to business closures'
Shopkeepers warn their road could be boarded up if the council introduces on-street parking charges.
Recycling bags 'falling apart at the seams'
North Somerset Council said by trying to improve its recycling bags, they "made it worse".
CCTV appeal after man injured in metal pole attack
Police are hoping to identify two women and a man who they believe may hold relevant information.
He takes medical cannabis every day - but worries people think he's a lazy stoner
About 50,000 people in the UK have a medical cannabis prescription, but some still feel a stigma attached to it.
Formula 1 tech used to rev-up train wi-fi speeds in new pilot
The 60 day pilot will use signals from mobile phone masts and satellites in space to create a more reliable connection.
Historic building restoration specialist dies
He is responsible for saving some of Bristol's best-loved buildings.
Counter-demonstrators bailed after protest disorder
Four people arrested in connection with an anti-migrant protests have been released from custody.
Black Fern Demant to join Bristol on short-term deal
Former world player of the year Ruahei Demant is joining Bristol on a four-month deal at the end of the month.
Selby wins Champion of Champions for first time
Four-time world champion Mark Selby beats Judd Trump to take the Champion of Champions title for the first time in his career.
Wins for Gloucester and Sale in Prem Rugby Cup
Gloucester claimed a hard-fought 19-17 victory against West Country rivals Bath in the Prem Rugby Cup amid terrible conditions at Kingsholm.
Martin 'nowhere near' playing for Bristol Rovers
Former Bristol Rovers forward Chris Martin is "nowhere near" a return from an injury that could see him playing for the club again.
Bristol lock Dun to join Harlequins
Bristol Bears lock James Dun signs for Harlequins and will join the London club at the end of the season.
Holders Peterborough to visit Swindon in EFL Trophy
Full details of the draw for the last 32 of the EFL Trophy.
The Big Cases
A chilling discovery on a Bristol bridge exposes a twisted tale of sex, lies, and murder.
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
Linda Razzell was murdered by her husband in 2002 - will he now reveal where her body is?
The Big Cases
How a house party turned into a murder scene - the fatal stabbing of Mikey Roynon.
The Big Cases
Kidnapped and murdered while on a gap year in France. Is it finally time for justice?
What?s the ?mystery? filming at St Mary Redcliffe?
Locals speculate at Harry Potter or Rivals as film crews have been spotted.
Need To Know Bristol
BBC Radio Bristol?s Joe Sims looks at major changes to the Horsefair.
All About Bristol
BBC Radio Bristol?s Joe Sims meets paranormal investigators to try and find out.
All About Bristol
Brunel?s hidden bridge may swivel again?thanks to a £1M gift from a mystery donor.
Free-kick magician Twine in fine company
Bristol City fan David Pottier compares free-kick specialist Scott Twine with previous dead-ball artists at the club.
The painful slow death of a playing career after World Cup highs
After two years of struggling to overcome a career-ending injury, ex-Wales midfielder Joe Morrell is now pursuing a passion for coaching.
Knight and Pring to return to training
Bristol City confirm that midfielder Jason Knight and left-back Cameron Pring are set to to return to training next week ahead of their match against Swansea.
Struber praises City's 'mentality monsters'
Bristol City boss Gerhard Struber labelled his side "mentality monsters" following the Robins' 1-1 draw with Watford at Vicarage Road on Friday night.
Martin 'nowhere near' playing for Bristol Rovers
Former Bristol Rovers forward Chris Martin is "nowhere near" a return from an injury that could see him playing for the club again.
Holders Peterborough to visit Swindon in EFL Trophy
Full details of the draw for the last 32 of the EFL Trophy.
Cardiff comeback knocks Arsenal U21s out of EFL Trophy
League One side Cardiff City come from behind to beat 10-man Arsenal Under-21s 2-1, eliminating the Premier League club from the EFL Trophy.
Win at Charlton would be 'massive' for Bristol City
Bristol City Women can move "another step closer" to their goal of promotion to the WSL when they take on league leaders Charlton.
Black Fern Demant to join Bristol on short-term deal
Former world player of the year Ruahei Demant is joining Bristol on a four-month deal at the end of the month.
Bristol lock Dun to join Harlequins
Bristol Bears lock James Dun signs for Harlequins and will join the London club at the end of the season.
'Faster, stronger' Rees-Zammit wants Wales start
Wales wing Louis Rees-Zammit says he back from American football with more pace, power and strength.
Bristol second row Dun to leave at end of season
Bristol Bears second row James Dun will leave the club at the end of the current season when his contract expires.
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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Sister's jealous ex lit fire that killed mum and children, trial hears
Bryonie Gawith and her three children died in the fire at their home in Bradford in August 2024.
Girl, 13, accused of murder 'stabbed woman 143 times'
The trial of the 13-year-old follows the death of Marta Bednarcyzk in Wellingborough in March.
Palestine Action activist hit officer with hammer, jury told
Six Elbit Systems protesters caused "serious damage" to the Israel-based defence firm's UK site.
Grave 'vandalism' turns out to be council's work
A church calls police after finding 25 headstones "pushed over" but it turns out it was the council.
Wetherspoons accused of 'betrayal' over pub crawl
Chain wants to be able to admit Otley Run groups to its pub despite licence banning them since 2021.
Man 'tried to save wife' before both died in flood
An inquest hears Philip Marco was seen carrying someone from his trapped car on a major Liverpool road.
Town's 'diabolical, half-dead' Christmas tree replaced
The market's forlorn fir, branded a "disgrace", is replaced with a healthy one.
'Scum' builders conned elderly to fund holidays and designer clothes
William Smith and his son conned vulnerable residents across Surrey and Sussex out of £86,000.
Influencer snubs award after trans women excluded
Claire Sharpe says she disagrees with Cycling UK only naming biological women in their top 100 list.
Machete-wielding youths confront group in city centre
Police say an altercation between groups of youths happened "in view of families with children".
Reform council to remove some flags for Christmas
Leader George Finch says the move will allow festive lights to be put up safely.
Tesco van crew recognised for burning-car rescue
Leo Kuriakose and Ben Rowe were confronted with the burning car while delivering in Worcester.
Source: BBC News
