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Surgery milestone for specialist at Sulis Hospital near Bath
The achievement highlights the transformative impact of using robots in joint replacement surgery. …
New café bar being planned in Bath’s Northumberland Place
An application has been submitted to open a new café bar in empty premises on the street. …
Police say ‘abusive’ doorstep callers targeting residents in Bath
Police have reminded residents they are under no obligation to answer to door to anyone. …
Anniversary celebration for Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH
Since opening, the centre has provided high-quality cancer care for around 340 people a day. …
Days left to have your say on controversial traffic restrictions
Locals have warned that closing Winifred’s Lane has pushed 720% more traffic past a primary school. …
Council to complete 27 resurfacing schemes across the district
The council has increased its investment into highways and is spending almost £10m in 2025/26. …
Plans submitted to build six homes in Combe Down cul-de-sac
The plans involve demolishing 54 and 56 Stonehouse Lane to create six new homes. …
Sponsorship secures future of Bath wheelchair basketball team
The funding for Bath Romans is the first time Omaze has sponsored a grassroots sports team. …
Cancer patient goes home the same day after major surgery
A radical prostatectomy is a procedure that removes the prostate gland and some surrounding tissue. …
Armed police deployed in Bath following reports of man with gun
Police were called to reports of a man who may have had a gun in the centre of Bath. …
‘Inadequate parking’ threatens future of the Mulberry Park hub
The Hub currently has 14 existing parking spaces for visitors, including one disabled bay. …
Spotlight on housing at Metro Mayor election hustings in Bath
Each candidate had the opportunity to present their views on housing and current issues. …
Community celebrations to mark 80th anniversary of VE Day
Several events to mark the anniversary are taking place on Bank Holiday Monday, 5th May. …
Group highlights ‘health emergency’ from city’s pollution levels
B&NES Council has disputed the findings of the community group, which said the levels were “alarming”. …
London Road bus lane to be made shorter for housing junction
The start of the existing bus lane needs to be adjusted so that the taper starts after the new junction. …
Planning setback for game bird farm development near Bath
Approval was being sought for three agricultural storage barns along with six storage containers. …
University to reveal plans for eight new accommodation blocks
The site, which has already been removed from the Green Belt, measures more than 11 acres. …
Nursery staff go ‘above and beyond’ to meet children’s needs
The report says children form warm and trusting relationships with staff from the start. …
New funding available for organisations to support refugees
B&NES Council is opening the fourth round of the Ukraine Support Fund to help Ukrainian guests. …
Second attempt for self-build house in Beacon Hill garden
The existing 1930s house at Richmond Road sits in a plot of more than half an acre. …
Speed limit reduction on part of Gloucester Road set to start
The speed limit between Lower Swainswick and the link to the A46 had not been reviewed for some time. …
Smells from old gas works spark health and safety concerns
Residents have been complaining of an “acrid and bitumen-like smell” around the development site. …
Bath branch of Parkinson’s UK charity makes £10k donation
The donation was possible thanks to donations, fundraising, coffee mornings and funeral collections. …
Council reassures families over closure of Bath respite service
Council care chiefs have given assurances that people who need respite care will not lose out on it. …