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Pantomime stars visit Children’s Ward at Bath’s Royal United Hospital
Some of the cast of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs met youngsters and their families at the hospital. …
Curo staff spread cheer with gifts for those in temporary accommodation
The Gifts for Good scheme has seen colleagues buying personalised presents for residents. …
Bath MP Wera Hobhouse reveals winner of Christmas card competition
Tilly was selected as the winner for her card that captured the joy and spirit of Bath at Christmas time. …
Time running out to have donations doubled for Designability fundraiser
The Bath-based charity is running an appeal to give the gift of mobility to disabled children. …
Fire service urges local residents to ‘get home safely’ this Christmas
The fire service is supporting the Royal Life Saving Society’s ‘Don’t Drink and Drown’ campaign. …
Planning gets under way for the redevelopment of Bath’s fire station
While the redevelopment takes place, Bath’s firefighters will operate from a temporary location. …
Bath day service attendee wins national Christmas card competition
Jonathan’s winning entry, an abstract wreath painted with watercolours, was inspired by a holly bush. …
Special arrival for parents as they welcome triplets due at Christmas
When the couple attended Stacey’s first scan, they were told they would be having twins. …
Council leader urges residents to sign petition against bus lane plans
Residents in Saltford have received letters from Councillor Guy about the A4 bus lanes. …
Dates for 2025 Christmas Market revealed following successful event
The Victorian Carousel will arrive on 19th December at Stall Street, available until 5th January. …
Spike in norovirus cases putting extra pressure on region’s hospitals
Services are already seeing increased demand ahead of the Christmas and New Year period. …
Ofsted says Odd Down school is making ‘great strides’ to improve
St Martin’s Garden Primary School at Odd Down is part of the Palladian Academy Trust. …
Two more properties in Twerton given permission to become HMOs
Concerns were again raised over the increasing number of HMOs in the residential area. …
Council being urged not to cut ‘lifeline’ respite care service in Bath
The closure of the respite service has now been paused as alternative services are identified. …
People set to spend Christmas alone being invited to local restaurant
The Dashwood Restaurant, on Argyle Street, will be hosting a free Christmas lunch for 50 people. …
Pension fund to look at divesting from companies linked to weapons
140,000 people from over 450 employers have paid into the £6 billion Avon Pension Fund. …
New Vice-Chancellor of Bath Spa University to take up role in January
Professor Andrews will succeed Professor Sue Rigby, who is heading to Edinburgh Napier University. …
Residents invited to have say on B&NES Council’s spending plans
Views are being sought on the operational spend of the council’s day-to-day services. …
Days left to book vaccinations as latest programme comes to an end
The NHS is urging people to come forward for their flu vaccination before Thursday 19th December. …
Children set for special Christmas thanks to fire service toy donations
Over the festive period, the toys will be distributed to families in need across the region. …
Safety and security fears as apartments are approved in office block
The proposed development will create two two-bed self-contained units among the businesses. …
MP says planning reform will “destroy” vital part of local democracy
Under the government’s new plans, far more applications would be decided by planning officers. …
Residents hold carol concert in protest at Locksbrook Tip plans
The community celebrated the spirit of the season while urging the council to rethink its plans. …
Silence over closure of £4 million primary school at Lansdown
Abbot Alphege Academy had only been 10% full, and has now been amalgamated with WASPS. …