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Man who dumped remains in suitcases guilty of murders
A MAN who took suitcases containing the body parts of two men from west London to Bristol has been found guilty of murder. Yostin Andres...
Local People
VJ Day – a veteran remembers
As the nation prepares to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War on VJ Day, the Voice met a veteran...
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Generous donations save Bristol Improv Theatre
A theatre group in Clifton that had been at risk of closure is embarking on its autumn programme. Bristol Improv Theatre was saved after a...
Lifestyle
Clifton Down Growing Space takes root
The go-ahead has been given by Bristol City Council for a little-used car park at Clifton Down to be turned into a gardening centre. Up...
Lifestyle
Campaigners’ challenge stalls Zoo’s homes plans
PLANS to build nearly 200 homes on the former Bristol Zoo site in Clifton are on hold because of a legal challenge. Campaigners from Save...
Lifestyle
Avon Gorge and Downs Wildlife Project sees increased interest from young...
A community learning and engagement programme that raises awareness of the importance of the Avon Gorge and Downs, is to expand its services after a...
Lifestyle
Mini-allotment scheme gets under way
Plans have been revealed for a mini-allotment scheme on land behind Clifton Down shopping centre. It will consist of up to 46 raised-bed...
Lifestyle
Shops undergo colourful renaissance
STREET art has transformed empty shop fronts in Queen’s Road this summer. An event called Renaissance Paint Jam took place in July, inspired by Bristol’s...
Lifestyle
Nurseries struggle to recruit staff
A CLIFTON nursery boss has spoken out over the struggle to recruit staff. Samantha Packer, director of the Daisychain Nursery, told a meeting of Bristol...
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Sports
Clifton gearing up for new season
THE excitement and pride in Clifton securing promotion barely subsided when the fixture list for the 2025-26 season was received. Planning was already under way...
Sports
Promotion joy for Clifton after 30 years
For the first time in thirty years Clifton won promotion to Rugby’s National League One after a pulsating victory over a spirited Exeter University team. ...
Sports
Clifton keep up challenge for league title
Camborne, league leaders since October, arrived for an eagerly awaited clash against second place Clifton in early April. They led the table by one point....
Sports
Tennis volunteers are ace!
WESTBURY Park Tennis Club has been celebrating success at the annual Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Awards, winning two titles from Avon Tennis. At the awards...
Opinion News
Opinion
August 2024: Letters to the editor
Readers’ thoughts on the Downs We are Clifton residents and use the Downs regularly. I write in particular on behalf of my late mother who...
Opinion
April 2024: Opinion
Our money could be better spent To my utter astonishment and concern I understand that £600,000 funded by the West of England Mayor is to...
Opinion
November 2023: Letters
No representation without consultation I read with interest, the news section of your October edition, headed “Permanent ban on traffic moves a step closer.” ...