About Avon
Avon is a large county in the South West of England and includes the towns and cities of Badminton, Banwell, Bath, Bristol, Clevedon, Weston-Super-Mare and Winscombe.The area contains a varied mix of historic attractions, traditional towns and villages and bustling cities making it a popular tourist destination.
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Funeral for swimmer lost at sea
The funeral of a man who died after going swimming off the coast of Weston-super-Mare with his friend is held.
Carnival ends with £5,000 deficit
Organisers of Bristol's St Pauls Carnival say last weekend's event finished £5,000 in debt from an original £10,000 shortfall.
Family's urine bid to locate dog
A city council criticises a family for trying to lure back their missing dog by leaving a trail of their diluted urine on the street.
Postal depot workers to strike
Royal Mail workers at the delivery depot in Whitehall, Bristol vote in favour of strike action over planned job cuts.
Transport plan decision delayed
A controversial transport scheme for Bath is rejected moments before a decision is taken to defer the result.
Harvey Nichols to sponsor fiesta
Harvey Nichols is chosen as the main sponsor of the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta after being picked out of a hat.
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