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Ofsted says “everyone feels welcome” at Bath primary school
The latest Ofsted report says the school has high expectations of what pupils can achieve. …
Hundreds take part in Remembrance parade service at Combe Down
More than 400 children from Combe Down Primary School joined the annual service. …
City centre jewellery store reveals scheme to expand along street
There are plans to knock through from No. 5 to No.6, which is currently clothing shop Brora. …
National Trust’s Assembly Rooms refurbishment plan approved
The scheme includes a new Georgian visitor experience, due to open in late 2026 at the Grade I site. …
Rogue trader ordered to pay back more than £108,000 to victims
Brain must repay £108,085 within three months as compensation to his four victims. …
Free face-to-face clinics offered to those affected by dementia
Clinics will be hosted by Dementia UK’s Admiral Nurses in Nationwide’s Bath branch. …
Bed specialist opens new store in former Carpetright unit in Bath
The new store, in Mero Retail Park on the Lower Bristol Road in Bath, replaces Carpetright. …
Residents say they have been ignored by council over new LTN
Bollards were installed on Winifred’s Lane on Wednesday 6th November to restrict through traffic. …
Robbie Williams to hold open-air concert at the Royal Crescent
The stage will be set on the private lawn, against the iconic backdrop of the Royal Crescent. …
Council completes annual highway preparations for the winter
Almost 2,000 tonnes of road salt are ready in dry storage in the council’s two salt barns. …
More development proposals submitted for New Leaf Farm
Plans have been submitted to build new buildings to replace those used for holiday accommodation. …
ITV star opens Bath hospital’s new £600k imaging department
Costing £600,000, the department has been re-equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. …
Curo leaseholders hit with “unexpected” increase in charges
As leaseholders, residents are required to pay charges for the upkeep of their building. …
A36 closure set to come back into effect to finalise safety works
Work is required to stabilise the southbound embankment after the footpath began to crack. …
Council says it will monitor “potential impacts” of latest LTN trial
The council has closed Winifred’s Lane at the top of Cavendish Road in Bath to through traffic. …
Approval being sought to turn Southlands HMO into larger one
A HMO is considered small if it has up to six bedrooms and large if it has seven or more. …
RUHX’s Walk of Life fundraiser set to return with new distance
The Walk of Life 2024 event saw over 300 people take part and raised over £60,000. …
Alcohol licence permitted for events at Bathampton playing fields
King Edward’s School applied for a licence to sell alcohol and play music and films at its sports pitches. …
Convenience store owner in Bath fined for selling illegal vapes
Businesses are being warned they could face court proceedings if the products they sell are illegal. …
Bath charity Julian House launches Christmas fundraising appeal
Julian House relies on donations and fundraising from the public to keep services running. …
Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s chief officer announces retirement
Chief Fire Officer Shilton stepped up from assistant chief fire officer in March 2022. …
Appeal launched for warm clothing for people in need this winter
Donations for adults and children are being invited to help keep people warm over the colder months. …
New bridge set to be built over stream at Bathampton Meadows
The new pedestrian bridge at Meadow Lane will be made of steel and timber and set at ground level. …
Row erupts over cancellation of festive drive-in cinema near Bath
Wonder Cinema is selling tickets to a planned drive-in cinema at the field in Saltford. …