Evening Post (Bristol, UK)

Court Told Man Run Over by Girlfriend's Former Partner

A MAN was punched in the face then run over with a car after his pregnant partner argued with her ex-boyfriend, a court has heard. Shaun Sheppard's leg was shattered during the alleged attack at the hands of brothers Joe and Jeremy Musgrave in The Grove, Cadbury Heath, in November last year. Joe Musgrave, 26, denies making threats to kill, causing grievous bodily harm with intent and dangerous driving. Jeremy Musgrave, 23, denies causing actual bodily harm.

We Are Not Going Anywhere

DON'T be alarmed by the scaffolding and the demolition signs - the Evening Post is not leaving Temple Way. It is the building next door to us that is being pulled down. It has stood empty for more than a year since our old printing press was decommissioned.

Drugs Seized in Raid On Property

MEPHEDRONE, ecstasy and LSD have been seized by police in a raid on a property in Kingsdown. Detectives from a Bristol drugs team found 250g of mephedrone also known as Miaow Miaow, various quantities of other drugs and Pounds 1,500 in cash at the premises in Armada Place after executing a search warrant on Monday.

'One Too Many' After Basketball

A YOUNG basketball player was arrested for downing one too many post-game drinks - after losing against a team from police headquarters. Joshua Brain, of Nags Head Hill, St George, had stopped off at the pub with the rest of his Speedwell team for a commiseratory pint after losing a game on October 6. The 21-year-old left the pub and at 11.35pm police spotted him driving at speed along the Kingsway in St George.

Youth Centre Teenagers to Host Meeting

TEENAGERS at Fromeside Youth Centre in Winterbourne are hosting a community meeting and have invited people to have a look around the building at the same time. A Safer Stronger Community Group meeting will be held at the club tonight from 6pm to 8pm.

Your Daily Stars with Claire Petulengro

Don't believe all you hear about a family member, you would be far better off to give them the benefit of the doubt. It wasn't so long ago that you were being accused unfairly was it? Ring to hear how text messages offer a new lease of life. Those of you still waiting for "that" phone call should be in for a pleasant surprise. Just be sure to be yourself and avoid putting on any sort of an act. It's you who'll win them over. Phone now to hear why this is an excellent time for moves.

Vox Pop Would You Have a Solar Panel On Your House?

Vox pop Would you have a solar panel on your house? ?. I think it's a good idea, but I live in a council house, so it's not up to me whether I can have that or not. Any form of new energy is great. Timothy Burns, 63, Brislington . It saves energy, and lots of money, so in the current climate it's good. I wouldn't say it's fair to ask people to pay for it all themselves.

Weston Let Slip a Lead

BOREHAM WOOD 6 WESTON-SUPER-MARE 3 WESTON-Super-Mare went down to a heavy Blue Square Bet South defeat on their first visit to Boreham Wood after letting an early two-goal lead slip. Weston took the lead on two minutes through Marcus Duharty, and one minute later scored again through Nat Pepperall from 15 yards.

Strauss: That Was a Special Victory for Us

ENGLAND'S 100th Test victory over Australia means they are within one more success of retaining the Ashes before Christmas. Yesterday's innings-and-71-run trouncing of their hosts is also an unqualified vindication of the methods of captain Andrew Strauss, coach Andy Flower and their high-quality personnel.

England Must Beware the 'Wounded' Aussies ; Perth Test Represents Australia's Best Chance of Saving Ashes Series, Says Former England Star Marcus Trescothick

BEWARE the wounded animal! The biggest threat to England retaining the Ashes lies at Perth next week because Australia know they have to bounce back immediately from their crushing defeat at Adelaide. Ricky Ponting and Co look very down. But they have a bit of time to regroup before the third Test and you can bet your life there will be a lot going on behind the scenes to ensure they are a totally different outfit when that game gets underway.

The Noticeboard

STOKE Lane are offering football coaching for girls and boys of school years two and three by fully-qualified, CRB-checked FA coaches, with a view to forming teams. Training takes place every Saturday at Stoke Lane Playing Fields (9.45 -11am). Contact Ian Fine on 07583 493638, or Bob Vickery on 07711 856472. JAMIE Shore Soccer International are holding two Goalie War tournaments over the Christmas period - for Under-8s, Under-9s, Under-10s, Under-11s and Under-12s on December 23, and for Unde...

Bojski Bites Back for Shirehampton ; Star Match: Lockleaze & Horfield 3 Shirehampton Colts 4 - Avon Youth League, Under-15 Division Iv Quickfire James Is the Hat-Trick Hero

Put it there: Lockleaze players celebrate after taking an early lead AN amazing four-minute hat-trick by James Bojski set up Shirehampton Colts for a narrow win against Lockleaze. Bojski turned the game on its head after Lockleaze had gone 2-0 up in 31 minutes, but it still needed a last-gasp winner from Rhys O'Donovan to settle the outcome.

Six-Shooter Connor Fires Yate Through to Semis ; United Out Under-13 Cup

CONNOR Gould cracked a double hat-trick as Yate United reached the semi-finals of the Avon Youth League Under-13 Cup with a 9-2 victory over Avon Athletic. All the stops were pulled out to ensure the tie went ahead on a weekend when so many games were called off. And Yate never looked back after taking the lead following a flowing move, which ended with Jack Thomson crossing for Gould to sidefoot home.

Gabe Completes Foxes' Fightback ; Saturday Youth

BISHOPSTON United Foxes hit back from 4-0 down to draw 4-4 with visitors Ingleside in the Bristol Saturday Youth League Under-12 Division. Ingleside dominated for long periods and credit must be given to the Foxes' defence, particularly Harvey Morgan and Alex Fletcher, for managing to stop their opponents completely running away with the game.

Bottoms Up for Longwell ; Under-15s

BOTTOM side Longwell Green A pulled off one of the shocks of the season by winning 2-0 at Under-15 Division III leaders Oldland Abbotonians. It was the visitors' first win of the campaign after last season's promotion and capped a recent spell of improved performances.

Next Week: Evening Post Carol [...]

Next week: Evening Post Carol Concert The Bristol Evening Post presents its 33rd Evening Post Carol Concert at the Colston Hall this Chistmas. from the band Bold Brass, as well as readings, recitals and plenty of carols to sing along with.

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Gould's Book Signing Event ; in Brief

Join the Rangers for Archaeological Stroll

PEOPLE are invited to join rangers for an informal guided Christmas walk and a talk about many of the natural and archaeological features of Goblin Combe in Cleeve. The walk will give people a chance to chat with the rangers and learn more about the site and their role.

Turbines Should Cut Heating Bills

A SAVING of almost Pounds 50,000 could be made on utility bills at Longwell Green Leisure Centre over the next ten years after a gas turbine was installed. The combined heating and power unit, which generates electricity and heat, has been fitted at the centre run by the South Gloucestershire Leisure Trust.