Yate7 days agoHomecoming for actor in Hippodrome's Mary PoppinsRhys Batten is returning to the Bristol stage he once acted on as a child.7 days agoBristol15 Nov 2024Exhibition to show factory's social life before closureThe factory existed for 107 years under different guises, and served as a social club for many years.15 Nov 2024Bristol10 Nov 2024West Country falls silent for Remembrance DayPlaces of worship, parks, busy city centres and even a pier all became sites of remembrance. 10 Nov 2024England10 Nov 2024Bristol in pictures: Fireworks and chilly swimmersOur weekly round-up includes Guy Fawkes night displays and the visit of an Olympic champion.10 Nov 202431 Oct 2024Tumble dryer factory closure a 'community loss'Locals say most people have had family or friends who have worked at the site in the past century.31 Oct 2024Bristol30 Oct 2024More than 140 jobs go as company confirms closureThe Hotpoint tumble dryer factory in Yate will close on 31 December resulting in over 140 job losses.30 Oct 2024England3 Oct 2024Shopkeeper fined £16k for selling illegal vapesThe disposable e-cigarettes contained more than the maximum 2ml nicotine e-liquid limit.3 Oct 2024Bristol2 Oct 2024Council brings in fees in previously free car parksSouth Gloucestershire Council says it needs to raise an estimated £800k to maintain services.2 Oct 2024Bristol23 Sep 2024Charity heartbroken by lead theft launches appealPaul's Place says lead roof theft has caused huge damage to the inside of its new home.23 Sep 2024