Western Daily Press - May 12, 2025
Western Daily Press - May 12, 2025
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May 12, 2025
Arrest after man injured in city park
A MAN was assaulted and seriously injured in a Bristol park on Saturday evening.
1 min
Courageous victim sees rapist jailed for 12 years
A WOMAN'S bravery in coming forward about the abuse and trauma she experienced as a child has put her rapist behind bars.
3 mins
'Clarkson and Covid' could see farmers' dating show rebooted
THE dating show Farmer Wants a Wife could be set to make a comeback on UK screens after nearly two decades.
1 min
Balloon shock for basking Valerie
BLUE Peter icon Valerie Singleton shared a humorous tale of the time she was caught topless by passengers in a hot air balloon.
2 mins
Doc Martin to take a trip across pond for US series
TV'S beloved series Doc Martin is set for a transformation across the pond, with Fox confirming plans for a US remake.
2 mins
Warning of storms and rain for West
THE Met Office has issued a warning for thunderstorms across the South West, with potential risks of flooding, lightning strikes and power cuts.
1 min
Rugby coach completes run for 'joyful' Amber
A RUGBY coach has completed an ultra-marathon in memory of his “joyful” daughter who died suddenly in her sleep at the age of two.
2 mins
Firm sees 'massive' rise in pensioner shoplifters
FOOD retailers have seen a “massive” increase in pensioner shoplifters over the last year, thought to be down to cost-of-living pressures a security firm has said.
3 mins
Warning for trio over biker pictures
THREE photographers have been told to stay away from roads near a Cotswolds village after attracting \"hundreds\" of motorcyclists there to have their pictures taken.
1 min
Kids killing kids has to stop, says murdered boy's mum
NEARLY two years after the tragic loss of her son Mikey Roynon, Hayley Ryall remains in a state of disbelief.
4 mins
Pub umbrella blaze 'accidental'
A FRIDAY evening at the pub was abruptly stopped for patrons in Bath when an umbrella burst into flames.
1 min
Plan for pay cuts is about fairness, says council boss
PAY cuts for Bath and North East Somerset Council workers may not end up reducing anyone's pay, the council has insisted - but trade unions are unconvinced.
2 mins
Police in hunt for car after 'targeted' crash injures pedestrian
POLICE have arrested a man and are appealing for witnesses and dash cam footage following a serious collision between a car and a pedestrian in Salisbury on Saturday evening.
1 min
Injured pupil 'may have to have feet amputated'
A 14-YEAR-OLD schoolboy may have to have his feet amputated after being electrocuted at the prestigious Millfield School in Somerset.
3 mins
Future farmers to debate industry
YOUNG farmers from across Devon will come together at the Devon County Show this Friday to debate whether there is any longer a compelling incentive for the next generation to enter agriculture.
1 min
Pianist fears he'll be last keeping up pub tradition
ONE of Britain's last “pub pianists” who has memorised more than 4,300 songs, fears the tradition has been dying out over the last 40 years.
4 mins
Reform steps up quest to halt asylum hotels
REFORM UK will use “whatever levers” it can to challenge asylum hotels, the party's deputy leader has claimed.
1 min
Badenoch promises to reverse EU 'back-sliding'
CONSERVATIVE Party leader Kemi Badenoch has told the European Union's ambassador in London that she would reverse any measures in the Labour Government's post-Brexit reset that “damaged the interests of the United Kingdom”.
1 min
Care worker visa scheme set to end
THE Government is going to close the care worker visa for overseas recruitment as part of its immigration reforms, the Home Secretary has said.
2 mins
Little Sark's first royal visit
THE Princess Royal has become the first member of the royal family to visit Little Sark.
1 min
Southport killer was able to 'attack' officer
SOUTHPORT triple killer Axel Rudakubana’s supervision was downgraded before an alleged attack on a prison officer at HMP Belmarsh, according to reports.
2 mins
Kashmir conflict continues despite agreement
INDIA'S military strikes on Pakistan-controlled Kashmir and Pakistan last week killed more than 100 militants - including their prominent leadership, India’s director general of military operations said yesterday.
1 min
Zelensky holds out for full ceasefire in Ukraine
UKRAINE’S President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed Russia's offer for direct peace talks, but insisted there must be a full ceasefire before they can start.
2 mins
Banana crops 'being killed by extremes'
BANANAS are coming under increasing threat from climate change, with farmers saying extreme weather is \"killing\" their crops, according to a report.
1 min
Yellow blooms better than red for bees – study
BEES prefer yellow flowers to red ones, reveals new research
2 mins
Man, 23, jailed for drug dealing
A MAN has been jailed for dealing cocaine and heroin in Swindon.
1 min
Three arrests after park stabbing
THREE teenagers have been arrested after a man was stabbed in a park in Bristol.
1 min
Hospital to help patients 'escape' with virtual tech
PATIENTS who spend a long time in hospital will be able to \"visit\" Gloucester Cathedral, Puzzlewood or Symonds Yat as well as watch a rugby match using a virtual reality headset.
1 min
My deafness is one of my superpowers
LOVE ISLAND STAR AND STRICTLY COME DANCING FINALIST TASHA GHOURI TELLS ELLA WALKER HOW SHE REVISITED TOUGH TIMES IN HER NEW SELF HELP GUIDE
5 mins
Seven low-cost ways to enrich life in retirement
Retirement can be a wonderful time to explore new interests and stay mentally and physically active. However, with the cost of living continuing to rise, many may be forced to cut back on some leisure activities.
2 mins
Moving stories
FINDING the perfect home has made Phil Spencer and Kirstie Allsopp familiar TV faces.
1 min
Look who's stalking?
As Huw tries to settle into retirement alongside his wife Alice (Sarker), the case of the Ripton Stalker is never far from his mind.
1 min
I realised the world doesn't end if I say no
RADIO AND TV PRESENTER VICK HOPE TALKS TO LAUREN TAYLOR ABOUT HOW SHE GOT BACK TO NATURE, FOUND BALANCE AND LEARNED TO SEE EMOTION AS A STRENGTH
4 mins
Puppet Master runs the show
PUPPET Master just got the better of stable companion Stay True to win the William Hill Lingfield Derby Trial Stakes on Saturday afternoon.
1 min
I want to be my unique self - Pollock
HENRY Pollock has vowed to stay true to himself in Australia this summer - with British & Irish Lions teammate Alex Mitchell comparing his rise to that of darts star Luke Littler
1 min
Bears are playing finals rugby already, says Lam
BRISTOL Bears boss Pat Lam reflected on “a wonderful occasion” after his team stayed firmly in Gallagher Premiership play-off contention with victory over West rivals Bath in Cardiff.
2 mins
Boss is left 'gutted and embarrassed' by loss
GEORGE Skivington admitted he was “gutted and embarrassed” as his Gloucester Rugby side rolled over in defeat to Harlequins at Twickenham to leave their hopes of making the Gallagher Premiership play-offs hanging by a thread
1 min
'Fans should enjoy battle of the best'
LUKE Humphries insists his rivalry with Luke Littler at the top of the sport is not becoming “boring”.
1 min
Brits battle to victory in Rome
EMMA Raducanu set up an Italian Open last-16 meeting with Coco Gauff as she came from behind to defeat Veronika Kudermetova in Rome.
1 min
Battling wins for Frocester and Bath
WEST PREMIER ONE
2 mins
England suggested as stand-in host for the IPL
ENGLAND has emerged as a potential stand-in host for the Indian Premier League after escalating hostilities between India and Pakistan led to both countries suspending their T20 tournaments.
2 mins
Unbeaten season for champions
WOMEN'S SUPER LEAGUE
1 min
Europa finalists continue to struggle domestically
EUROPA League finalists Manchester United and Tottenham both suffered home defeats on their return to domestic action yesterday, with West Ham winning 2-0 at Old Trafford and Crystal Palace beating their London rivals by the same score.
2 mins
Everyone knows this is not over yet – Lampard
EFL PLAY-OFFS
2 mins
Western Daily Press Newspaper Description:
Publisher: Reach Publishing Services Limited
Category: Newspaper
Language: English
Frequency: Daily
The Western Daily Press is a regional newspaper covering parts of South West England, mainly Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Somerset as well as the metropolitan areas of Bath and North East Somerset and the Bristol area.
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