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Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
'Star's death' and 'farms turn to hosting weddings '
Here is our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media on Thursday 29 May. The news that four police officers were attacked after disorder in Midsomer Norton performed well for Somerset Live. It was reported to have happened during a gathering of 200 school leavers. Avon and Somerset Police said its officers were "pushed, punched, and spat at" by "a small number of people" there. A complaint about people smoking in the no-smoking zones outside Bristol Airport is picking up traction this morning for Bristol Live. And this footage of a woman abusing a dog, which was captured on a doorbell camera, was one of the top posts for Bristol Live. The woman from Portishead has been given a suspended prison sentence. Paul Danan died by 'misadventure' after taking drugs 'We make more money from weddings now than farming' Nurse struck off after supermarket toilet filming Cheltenham festival 2000 Trees has confirmed Irish language hip-hop group Kneecap will remain as one of its headliners. It comes after Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who performs in the band under the name Mo Chara, was charged with a terror offence by the Metropolitan Police after an alleged incident in London in November last year. Elsewhere, a former nurse at the Royal United Hospital in Bath is turning 100. Bertha has no close family nearby and so the hospital has joined Bloomfield Care Centre, where she lives, to appeal for birthday cards. A picture in the Stroud Area Photos group showing staff who worked at the old jam factory in Stonehouse about 100 years ago has also proved popular. And finally, an update from Swindon Borough Council on Highworth Golf Course and options for its future has prompted plenty of comments on the authority's Facebook page. Follow BBC West social channels in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
'Star's death' and 'farms turn to hosting weddings '
Here is our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media on Thursday 29 May. The news that four police officers were attacked after disorder in Midsomer Norton performed well for Somerset Live. It was reported to have happened during a gathering of 200 school leavers. Avon and Somerset Police said its officers were "pushed, punched, and spat at" by "a small number of people" there. A complaint about people smoking in the no-smoking zones outside Bristol Airport is picking up traction this morning for Bristol Live. And this footage of a woman abusing a dog, which was captured on a doorbell camera, was one of the top posts for Bristol Live. The woman from Portishead has been given a suspended prison sentence. Paul Danan died by 'misadventure' after taking drugs 'We make more money from weddings now than farming' Nurse struck off after supermarket toilet filming Cheltenham festival 2000 Trees has confirmed Irish language hip-hop group Kneecap will remain as one of its headliners. It comes after Liam Óg Ó hAnnaidh, who performs in the band under the name Mo Chara, was charged with a terror offence by the Metropolitan Police after an alleged incident in London in November last year. Elsewhere, a former nurse at the Royal United Hospital in Bath is turning 100. Bertha has no close family nearby and so the hospital has joined Bloomfield Care Centre, where she lives, to appeal for birthday cards. A picture in the Stroud Area Photos group showing staff who worked at the old jam factory in Stonehouse about 100 years ago has also proved popular. And finally, an update from Swindon Borough Council on Highworth Golf Course and options for its future has prompted plenty of comments on the authority's Facebook page. Follow BBC West social channels in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Cheese rolling and the 80-year-old newsagent
Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media. Bristol Live are reporting on the teenager arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after an incident under an underpass at Cribbs Causeway. Somerset Live reported on 106-year-old GW Hurley newsagents in Burnham. Colin Morris, 80, was born above the shop and is still running the family business. A nurse in Wiltshire has been struck-off after filming people through a cubicle wall in Asda, as reported by Bristol Live. He's been convicted of voyeurism and making an indecent image of a child. And could Swindon-born Billie Piper be the next Doctor Who? That's being posed by the Swindon Advertiser. YouTuber 'risks his life' for cheese-rolling win Carer, 21, on what it's like to look after little brother Teen sets record for solving 12-sided Rubik's cube The number of homes in the Weston-super-Mare area who can use the Grand Pier for free has been expanded by almost 73,000. It follows the controversial price increase there from £1 to £2. This picture of someone's mum with the Double Gloucester from the bank holiday Monday cheese rolling is proving popular on X. People in the Weston in the Spotlight group are talking about the often controversial subject of some households having recycling left after putting their bins out. Follow BBC West social channels in Bristol, Gloucestershire, Somerset and Wiltshire. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Headlines: Crop circles and village 'overtourism' High rise fire and eerie shipwrecks
BBC News
25-05-2025
- BBC News
West of England headlines: Bristol fires, police chase and phone ban
Here's our weekly roundup of stories from across local websites in the West of have a daily round up as well. Make sure you look out for it on the website and the local section of the BBC News app. What have been the big stories in the West this week? Fire crews were called to a tower block in Marybush Lane, near Castle Park in Bristol on Tuesday evening. All 188 residents living there had to leave their homes and 10 people were rescued from the fourth floor. The fire service confirmed the fire was accidental, caused by a charging e-scooter. Bristol Live kept people updated as the incident unfolded with a live using the A350 and M4 in Wiltshire faced hours of disruption on Tuesday after a police pursuit ended in a crash along the junction 17 slip road for Chippenham. Officers found guns at the scene and arrested a man on suspicion of aggravated burglary, dangerous driving and possession of firearms. Swindon Advertiser covered the Live compiled a gallery following the completion of an operation to remove five sunken boats out of the River Avon in Bath. A spokesperson from Bath and North East Somerset Council said the removal will "ensure the safety of all river users and enhance everyone's enjoyment of this iconic waterway".ITV West Country were quick to get to the scene of a fire which forced an evacuation at St Michael's Hospital in Bristol on Thursday evening. Staff, patients and babies were escorted onto the street, with some expectant mothers in labour at the time. The blaze was put out after about an hour and the fire service confirmed on Friday that it was caused accidentally due to "a fault in the solar panels". Top five local stories for the BBC in the West Something longer to read A charity is hoping to ban smartphones from all classrooms. The Bristol-based charity Papaya - Parents Against Phone Addiction in Young Adolescents - believes delaying phone access until children are older could "significantly" improve their mental health. Explore more with our daily roundups
Daily Mirror
24-05-2025
- Daily Mirror
Gorgeous cove is so beautiful people travel from all over the world to see it
The World Heritage Site is so well-known people come from all over the world to pay it a visit. The beach also welcomes dogs all year round, making it a perfect spot for a family day out Lulworth Cove, a stunning and historic site in the West Country that dates back millions of years, is definitely worth a visit. This World Heritage Site is so renowned that it attracts visitors from across the globe. Located on the Dorset coast, it's an ideal day trip destination for people living in the south of England and a great holiday spot for people further afield. Upon arrival, you'll be moved by this ancient site, which draws geologists worldwide to study its well-preserved ancient stones and monuments. But it's not just for academics - it's also a perfect spot for a seaside day out, with inviting waters for swimming. The sight of the sea shimmering against the rocks of this ancient, atmospheric circular cove is simply mesmerising. While many prefer to bring a picnic, there are plenty of charming cafes and shops at Lulworth Cove for those who'd rather eat out. It's quite accessible by car, and people from as far as Bath make the trip just for a swim before heading home. There's ample parking at the top of a gently sloping road leading down to the beach, lined with appealing shops, pubs and ice cream stalls. A visitor centre next to the car park offers fascinating displays on how the area has changed throughout recent geological periods. Down on the beach, you can stroll around the cove and explore the rock pools revealed at low tide. On a sunny day, the beach's bright white pebbles and turquoise water give it a Mediterranean vibe. Lulworth Cove is still a hub for working fishermen, reports Somerset Live. The cove's natural shape provides excellent shelter for the small fishing boats moored here. If you've got a small inflatable boat or a kayak, you'll find the Cove generally very safe. The beach also welcomes dogs all year round, making it a perfect spot for a family day out.
