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BBC News
a day ago
- Entertainment
- BBC News
West of England headlines: New Banksy art and football club sale
Here's our weekly round up 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? The news that a majority stake in Yeovil Town FC has been sold to Dubai-based entrepreneur Prabhu Srinivasan, with a major investment in the club promised, was reported by ITV West Country. Somerset Live reported on Wednesday that four police officers had been attacked after disorder in Midsomer Norton - reportedly 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 nurse in Wiltshire has been struck off the register after filming people through a cubicle wall in Asda, Bristol Live reported. He was convicted of voyeurism and making an indecent image of a child and given a suspended sentence last story of an 80-year-old man who still works in the family newsagents he was born above in 1945 was widely shared from Somerset Live. Colin Morris, the grandson of the founder of GW Hurley Newsagents on Burnham-on-Sea High Street, told the paper he still regularly works 13-hour shifts. Bristol 24/7 reports that Banksy had shared a new work in an unknown location - though internet sleuths have raised the possibility it could be in the French city of Marseille. The work shows a lighthouse on the side of a building, with the words "I want to be what you saw in me" over the top. Top five local stories for the BBC in the West Something longer to read The Bristol Cable published its latest investigation on Thursday. It found homes owned by a landlord banned by Bristol City Council from letting properties are being rented by the council as emergency accommodation for homeless people. Explore more with our daily roundups
BBC News
3 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Headlines: 'Vandalised bus gate signs' and 'Gromit trail unveiled'
Here's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media on Friday 30 May. Our pick of local website stories News on new bus gate signs in Barton Hill being vandalised performed well for Bristol Live. Someone sprayed 'No poor people allowed' on the signs at the junction of Marsh Lane and Avonvale Road, which is in the East Bristol Liveable Neighbourhood. Bristol City Council's deputy leader Heather Mack said she understood the changes might be a challenge for Town FC being bought out by a Dubai investment firm was a top post for ITV West what was dubbed Chippenham's "worst road" has become one of the UK's first "net zero" roads, reports the Wiltshire Times. The road was resurfaced as part of a trial between the council and academics and now contains biochar, which absorbs carbon. Our top three from yesterday What to watch on social media Wiltshire Police says it has managed to bring down wait times for 999 calls down by more than two thirds in the past year, achieved through "dynamic staffing".Reports of a juggler keeping motorists entertained while roadworks are carried out on the Quedgeley bypass has been what links Bristol and Pembrokeshire? The story of how Albion Sands got its name from the Bristol-built Albion ship has done well in this Pembrokeshire you not receive your delivery in Calne on Thursday? Tina from Evri says she could not finish her round because she was badly bitten on both hands by a finally, Tewkesbury Borough Council says it will have a Pride flag up throughout June.
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Marcus Stewart departs Yeovil after MND diagnosis
Ex-professional footballer Marcus Stewart has left his role as Yeovil Town FC's head of player development more than two years after he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). Yeovil Town FC said the former Bristol Rovers, Bristol City, Exeter City, Ipswich Town, Sunderland and Yeovil striker remained "a cherished part of our club's history and a much-admired figure within the wider football community". Bristol-born Stewart was diagnosed with MND in September 2022 and has since raised awareness of the condition, completing a 178-mile (286km) march to raise research funding. The club added its "very best wishes to Marcus and his family as he continues his fight with dignity and courage". "He will always be welcome at Huish Park," it said in a statement. More news stories for Somerset Listen to the latest news for Somerset Stewart played in all top four tiers in England, with 254 goals in 783 games in a career spanning 20 years at eight different clubs. He scored 19 goals in the Premier League in the 2000-01 season as Ipswich Town finished fifth and qualified for the Uefa Cup. Stewart joined the Glovers in June 2022 as head of player development. The statement continued: "In September 2022, Marcus bravely shared the news of his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a moment that touched the hearts of supporters across the footballing world. "Despite facing this immense personal challenge, he continued to serve the club with dedication and resilience." Follow BBC Somerset on Facebook and X. Send your story ideas to us on email or via WhatsApp on 0800 313 4630. Marcus Stewart completes fundraising march for MND Former Ipswich striker Stewart diagnosed with MND Marcus Stewart on 'MND fighters' MND Association Yeovil Town Football Club
BBC News
15-05-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Marcus Stewart departs Yeovil after MND diagnosis in 2022
Ex-professional footballer Marcus Stewart has left his role as Yeovil Town FC's head of player development more than two years after he was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).Yeovil Town FC said the former Bristol Rovers, Bristol City, Exeter City, Ipswich Town, Sunderland and Yeovil striker remained "a cherished part of our club's history and a much-admired figure within the wider football community".Bristol-born Stewart was diagnosed with MND in September 2022 and has since raised awareness of the condition, completing a 178-mile (286km) march to raise research club added its "very best wishes to Marcus and his family as he continues his fight with dignity and courage". "He will always be welcome at Huish Park," it said in a statement. Stewart played in all top four tiers in England, with 254 goals in 783 games in a career spanning 20 years at eight different scored 19 goals in the Premier League in the 2000-01 season as Ipswich Town finished fifth and qualified for the Uefa Cup. Stewart joined the Glovers in June 2022 as head of player statement continued: "In September 2022, Marcus bravely shared the news of his diagnosis with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), a moment that touched the hearts of supporters across the footballing world. "Despite facing this immense personal challenge, he continued to serve the club with dedication and resilience."
BBC News
06-04-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Somerset in Pictures: Sunshine, cricket and football drama
People enjoyed plenty of warm spring sunshine in Somerset this week, with the outlook looking good for more of the same in the coming Yeovil Town FC made national headlines after owner Martin Hellier became embroiled in arguments with fans online, and the County Championship cricket season got under take a look at some of the best photos across the county this week. What a sight: The County Ground in Taunton was looking great this week as Somerset began their season at home to Worcestershire. Spring has sprung: People enjoyed the warm weather in Weston-super-Mare this week. Parts of the UK were hotter than Ibiza at times and temperatures are expected to continue to remain high into next week. Camping season: Mendip Basecamp, a campsite set in the heart of the Mendip Hills, has been announced as a national finalist in the Visit England Awards for Excellence 2025, in the category of Camping, Glamping and Holiday Park of the Year. Talented musicians: Taunton School has seen its students achieve a range of fantastic results across a variety of recent music competitions and events. Students took part in the Taunton Festival of the Arts 2025, walking away with dozens of trophies across a range of categories. Football drama: Yeovil Town made national headlines after owner Martin Hellier became embroiled in arguments with fans online and issued banning orders to some as a result. He has since stood down as chairman, with Stuart Robins taking on the role on an interim basis.
