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What happened next: how a shocking rape and murder case was solved – 58 years later

In Portishead, a dusty box of forgotten files led Jo Smith and her team to a criminal who had escaped justice for more than half a century. This was the longest-running cold case to be solved in the UK, and possibly the world

The Guardian - UK

Portishead’s Geoff Barrow: ‘I can’t think of any worse music to make love to than ours’

As he moves into film production with the thriller Game, the musician – also known for Beak> – answers your questions on Myspace rappers, sex playlists and whether Portishead will ever make new music

The Guardian - UK

Post your questions for Geoff Barrow, of Portishead, Beak> and more

As he moves from music into film production with Game, a thriller starring Sleaford Mods’ Jason Williamson, the multifaceted creative mind answers your questions

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Anger in sleepy UK coastal town as Kelsey Grammer to demolish historic cottage

Kelsey Grammer revealed the couple had bought a 'little place' in Portishead to be closer to his wife's family

The Independent UK

Three generations, one Tudor manor and some light trauma: a multi-generational break in Somerset

When an extended family go on holiday together in Portishead, it’s games, laughter – and tears for one

The Guardian - UK

“The strings I put on it cost more than the actual guitar”: Portishead guitarist Adrian Utley explains why he used a $5 junk shop guitar and a $10,000 Martin – in the same session

The British guitarist – who has played with everyone from Jeff Beck to Mark Lanegan and Perfume Genius – has been discussing his esoteric gear philosophy

Guitar World

Portishead pub announces reopening date after months of renovations

The Royal Inn in Portishead has announced its reopening date - and it's only a matter of weeks away

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Concern for welfare of missing girl, 15, from Portishead

Danielle, who is also known as Dee, has been missing since Tuesday (June 13)

Bristol Post

Last boat of its kind Waverley to return to Bristol Channel this summer

The last seagoing paddle steamer will fare tourists and local residents along the Bristol Channel for the first time in five years this June

Bristol Post

How Bristol traded Portishead Marina for Hartcliffe

...and nearly got Kingswood too

Bristol Post

Portishead robotics firm completes £1.8m wire harness project

North Somerset-based Q5D said its products could help aircraft and car manufacturers be less exposed to supply chain disruption

Birmingham Post

Sea shanty singers from Portishead 'super proud' to be performing at King Charles' Coronation Concert

RNLI Portishead singers The 85ers join the bill that includes Katy Perry, Lionel Richie and Take-That

Bristol Post

Beautiful Portishead lido set to open for Easter holidays

Bristol Post

Bristol Post death and funeral notices this week for March 20-24

Some touching messages have been shared in their memory

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'Incredibly rare' marina townhouse in Portishead on the market

It boasts three/four double bedrooms, a balcony and terrace, with views out over the marina

Birmingham Post

£6.14m Portishead and Bristol railway line contract awarded

Engineering and construction firm Volkerfitzpatrick has been appointed by Network Rail to revive the abandoned line connecting the North Somerset town and Bristol Temple Meads station

Bristol Post

Kelsey Grammer's tragic life of drug addiction and murder as Frasier star buys house in Portishead

The actor, who has bought a home in the West Country, has suffered a number of tragedies throughout his life

Birmingham Post

From Bristol Airport expansion to the A303 - these are the key South West transport stories for 2023

From plans for new rail stations to controversy over Bristol airport expansion, Hannah Finch takes a look at some of the biggest projects in the pipeline and what’s coming for the year ahead.

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Call 999 if you see missing man Gordon last seen in Portishead

74-year old Gordon was last seen on Sunday (January 15) and officers are growing increasingly concerned for his welfare

Wales Online

Frasier star Kelsey Grammer explains reason he's bought a house in Portishead

The 67-year-old actor is going to work on the property with wife Kayte

Bristol Post

Frasier star Kelsey Grammer buys a house in Portishead

The Hollywood actor was spotted enjoying a curry in the town recently

Bristol Post

Ashton Gate railway station reopening hopes backed by council leaders

Transport chiefs have pencilled in a new station on the restored line to Portishead but progress is uncertain

Bristol Post

Police locate young child seen walking alone in Portishead

She was seen walking on her own in pyjamas and a dressing gown

Bristol Post

Family of Selina McDonald still searching 13 years after she vanished without trace

Selina McDonald was last seen walking towards a beach in Portishead

Birmingham Post

Portishead and Bristol railway line gets government green light

The approval will mean preparation work can begin on stations and amenities on the line at Portishead and Pill, which will connect with Bristol Temple Meads Station

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