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Charities receive share of £11,000 thanks to crematorium recycling
Bath Gateway Out and About and Parkinson’s UK each received £5,800 thanks to the scheme. …
Bath GP surgery loses second bid to turn unused space into HMO
There were eight objections to the latest plans and local councillor Sarah Moore raised concerns. …
Shop wins last-minute battle to have own stall during Christmas Market
Last year the store was ordered to remove its stall for creating a pinch point for crowds. …
Air ambulance charity renamed to include Bath as it marks 35th year
The name has been changed to better reflect the work the charity carries out across the Bath area. …
Views sought on proposed improvements to Bath’s Queen Square
Views are wanted on improving the layout of the historic space for everyone to enjoy. …
18-year-old man charged with attempted murder after Bath stabbing
The victim of the stabbing on Terrace Walk remains in hospital in a stable condition. …
Plans submitted to finally build a terrace of houses in Oldfield Park
An outline planning permission application has been lodged to build a terrace of four houses. …
Designability launches Christmas fundraiser for Wizzybug wheelchairs
The fun and friendly powered wheelchairs are suitable for children from 14 months upwards. …
Improvement works to village’s pavements welcomed by councillors
Shoppers in Bath Road had raised concerns about the poor condition of pavement surfaces. …
Permanent base found for climate group thanks to council support
The organisation has had several pop-ups, but this is the first time it has had its own space. …
Olympic homecoming reception held for athletes at University of Bath
The athletes were joined at the homecoming by staff, coaches and civic representatives. …
Performing in Bath becoming “untenable” due to tour bus issues
Councillors were told that difficulty accessing venues could put artists off from stopping in Bath. …
Labour councillors secure free school meals for low-income families
The Labour opposition on the council won unanimous support for their automatic enrolment proposal. …
Council extends consultation on planned active travel schemes
The local authority is extending the closing date to midnight on Monday 2nd December. …
Flourish Foodhall & Kitchen expands to new site at Norton St Philip
Previously trading as Farleigh Road Farm Shop, the building has undergone a major transformation. …
Lib Dems urge the Government to rethink increase in bus fare cap
Councillors highlighted the impact on residents who are already struggling with the cost of living. …
Donations to Bath Mind’s Big Give Christmas appeal to be doubled
Funding cuts are threatening the charity’s services, which support thousands of people each year. …
Bath’s Broad Street Townhouse set to offer cocktail bar experience
The Broad Street Townhouse is opening its downstairs bar on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. …
Grant funding to support community energy efforts across the district
The money will support the creation of a network of Energy Champions across the district. …
Bath primary school closes for the day due to sewage in flood water
The flood did not enter the building and the school is expected to be open again on Tuesday. …
CCTV appeal launched by police following theft at Bath charity shop
The man broke into lockers and stole two purses containing credit cards, keys and personal documents. …
Cult burger brand wins permission to open new Bath restaurant
The Beefy Boys already has restaurants in Hereford, Shrewsbury and Cheltenham. …
RUH’s emergency department is performing ‘better than expected’
A significant proportion of patients interviewed in the survey answered positively about their care. …
Community comes together to learn more about proposed bus gate
Residents from Walcot, Lambridge, and nearby areas shared their views on the proposed bus gate. …