James Diamond

Bristol

Broadcast Journalist at Freelance

Chief Reporter for @BauerMedia on the @IRNAwards nominated West of England team. Once won an award myself. Views my own. [email protected]

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Weston-super-Mare woman finishes dead granddaughter's novel

1 week ago | bbc.com | James Diamond

Woman completes granddaughter's unfinished novelJames DiamondFamily handoutLorraine Martin (L) said her granddaughter (R) was a vibrant young woman who had a smile that "illuminated the room"A woman has completed her granddaughter's unfinished novel after the teenager's sudden death. Allana Raine King, from Bristol, passed away in 2018 at the age of 19 due to complications from encephalitis, a rare autoimmune brain condition.
Residents form group against van dwellers

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | James Diamond

Locals form group over Bristol Downs van dwellersJames DiamondBBCIt is thought about 60 people are living in vans around the DownsResidents living around a popular Bristol green space have formed a community group calling for more action against what they claim is growing dangerous and anti-social behaviour by van dwellers. The latest count from Bristol City Council suggests roughly 60 people are living in vehicles around the Downs.
Bristol woman determined to end stabbings

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | James Diamond

Woman's mission to end knife attacks after brother's deathJames DiamondReporting fromVictoria Tower Gardens, WestminsterBBCShanine Wright says she will hold the government to account over knife crimeA woman has made it her mission to end knife attacks after her brother was stabbed to death. Ms Wright is now a member of the UK's first Coalition Against Knife Crime, which met in the Home Office earlier. The group aims to advise MPs on new laws needed to tackle the crime.
Bristol woman runs London Marathon for brother with heart defect

2 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | James Diamond

Image caption, Elena Morris is running the marathon despite describing herself as neither a runner nor an athleteA young Bristol woman is planning to run the London Marathon in aid of her "admirable" brother, who suffers with a congenital heart defect. Elena Morris, 22, from Bradley Stoke aims to complete the challenge on Sunday in aid of the British Heart Foundation (BHF), which has supported her 19-year-old brother since birth.
Bristol woman runs London Marathon for brother with heart defect

2 weeks ago | bbc.com | James Diamond

Sister running London Marathon for heart charityJames DiamondBBCElena Morris is running the marathon despite describing herself as neither a runner nor an athleteA young Bristol woman is planning to run the London Marathon in aid of her "admirable" brother, who suffers with a congenital heart defect. Elena Morris, 22, from Bradley Stoke aims to complete the challenge on Sunday in aid of the British Heart Foundation (BHF), which has supported her 19-year-old brother since birth.
William Shakespeare: Bristol study suggests stronger marriage

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | James Diamond

Image source, PA MediaImage caption, The research suggests William Shakespeare was closer to his wife than previously thoughtThe relationship between William Shakespeare and his wife Anne Hathaway may have been happier than previously thought, according to new research.
Coach parking trial halted due to road sign issues

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Carmelo Garcia |James Diamond

Plans for a new coach parking trial in a popular beauty spot have been temporarily halted, because workers cannot install road signs. Gloucestershire County Council hoped to launch the scheme in Cotswolds village Bourton-on-the-Water this Easter to avoid coaches parking dangerously leading to flashpoints. But the scheme has been halted after workers came across electrical cables under the pavement next to the area where a parking restriction sign was to be installed.
Earth Day: Mural painted in Bristol's Windmill Hill

3 weeks ago | bbc.co.uk | James Diamond

Image caption, Artist Farrah Fortnam said she hopes the work will inspire feelings of "hope"A huge new mural to celebrate Earth Day has been painted close to a primary schoolCreated on Kensal Road in Bristol, the artwork depicts our world among the stars as a honey bee flies around pollinating it. Artist Farrah Fortnam, who created the mural near Victoria Park Primary School, said it is a symbol of the need to rewild the planet.
Mural painted in Bristol's Windmill Hill

3 weeks ago | bbc.com | James Diamond

Bristol mural painted for World Earth DayJames DiamondBBCArtist Farrah Fortnam said she hopes the work will inspire feelings of "hope"A huge new mural to celebrate Earth Day has been painted close to a primary schoolCreated on Kensal Road in Bristol, the artwork depicts our world among the stars as a honey bee flies around pollinating it. Artist Farrah Fortnam, who created the mural near Victoria Park Primary School, said it is a symbol of the need to rewild the planet.
Tensions rise at one of the UK's biggest van-dwelling sites

1 month ago | bbc.com | James Diamond

James DiamondBBC News, BristolMike GilmoreBBC News, BristolReporting fromThe Downs, BristolPlans to move one of the UK's biggest van-dwelling communities are under way amid tension with local residents. At least 60 caravans and vans are parked around Durdham Down, as a growing number of people can no longer afford Bristol's rental prices. But, some Clifton residents said there are problems with litter and human waste appearing at the beauty spot.