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Surgery’s third attempt to turn vacant space into four-bed HMO
St Michael’s Surgery has submitted another application to change the former dental practice into an HMO. …
Inspector rejects appeal to extend detached Saltford house
The planning committee had said the extension would be a “disproportionate” addition to the building. …
Woman denies six charges of assault on emergency workers
The 53-year-old also denied assaulting a police officer outside The Assembly Inn in March. …
New inclusive flag set to fly above the Guildhall in central Bath
Designed in 2018, the updated flag adds a chevron to represent historically more marginalised groups. …
Railway disruption after car crashes through railings at station
National Rail reported an obstruction shortly after 2pm, with masonry having fallen close to the tracks. …
Bath shopping centre unveils “river in the sky” art installation
The special installation aims to spotlight the environmental importance of local habitats. …
Woman admits jointly stealing supermarket manager’s £19k car
Magistrates heard that the manager of the Lidl store had his keys taken and his car was stolen. …
Plans to turn city centre guest house into HMO are approved
The seven-bed guest house, also known as Bridgnorth House, can become a seven-bedroom HMO. …
20mph set to replace national speed limit in lanes east of Bath
The national speed limit is being slashed following requests from residents and the parish council. …
Fire crews close road to rescue gull trapped on building balcony
Crews from Avon Fire & Rescue Service were called at 12.16pm to reports of the trapped bird. …
Woman sentenced for kicking policeman in the groin while drunk
O’Sullivan assaulted a police constable, stepping towards him and kicking him in the groin. …
Keynsham pre-school closes after more than half a century
Keynsham Methodist Church has two centres, Victoria on the High Street and at Queens Road. …
Residents invited to explore Roman Baths during the evening
The Roman Baths will be open during the evening from 21st July to 31st August. …
Popular Bath vets set to relocate after planning is permitted
Ashman Jones Vets, an established practice on London Road, plans to relocate to the new building. …
Appeal launched following collision involving cyclist on bypass
Police officers attended alongside the ambulance service and briefly closed the road. …
Latest diversification scheme for Glenavon Farm in Saltford
The site at Bath Road is already home to the popular Flourish Foodhall and Kitchen. …
Solicitor criticises trial delays at Bath Magistrates’ Court
The court’s legal adviser said the delay was “unfortunate”, but custodial cases must take priority. …
Construction completed at council’s latest social housing site
The Argyle Works site has been developed to provide eight affordable, energy-efficient apartments. …
Fly-tippers completely block country lane near Keynsham
There is household waste in the fly-tipped pile on Dapwell Lane, including receipts and a divan bed. …
Ofsted praises support offered by staff at pre-school near Bath
The pre-school is located in the grounds of Norton St Philip Church of England First School. …
Residents invited to have say on local highways and transport
B&NES Council is one of 111 local authorities across England & Scotland taking part in the survey. …
Refurbishment work to create new police station to start in August
The refurbishment of Plymouth House on Monmouth Street is expected to take around nine months. …
Keynsham Bypass closed after burst water main causes flooding
A number of neighbouring properties are currently without water due to the burst main. …
Plans to cut speed limit on the A4 between Saltford & Keynsham
The lower speed limit is proposed on a 1.2km stretch of the road. …