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Police officers who saved woman from river given bravery award
The officers rescued the distressed woman from the river and provided first aid. …
Bath’s first ‘Architect in Residence’ appointed thanks to £60k donation
Architect Bob Allies will be part of an 18-month pilot scheme funded by a £60k donation. …
Building society partners with Team Bath to support future athletes
The support will help around 600 young people get active in a host of sports every week. …
Change sees Dan Norris blocked from running again to be mayor
Delegates at the party’s annual conference approved proposals to extend a ban on second jobs. …
£40k of community funding sees new equipment installed in park
Swings, toddler play equipment and new flooring have been installed at Whiteway Green. …
Councillors call for scrapping of winter fuel payment to be halted
B&NES Council will write to the new Labour government urging it to abandon the plan. …
Locals being urged to share their decision on donating organs
The NHS Organ Donor Register has been saving lives for the past 30 years. …
Public asked to call 999 if they see man in Bath wanted by police
Rawlings is wanted for suspected breaches of post-custodial supervision requirements. …
Woman seriously injured in collision on Mount Road in Southdown
The woman was taken to Southmead Hospital in Bristol having sustained serious injuries. …
Grants being offered for Bath organisations to reduce fuel poverty
The popular BWCE Fund grant programme is returning for its eleventh year. …
Met Office issues amber heavy rain weather warning for the Bath area
The Met Office has said there could be larger slow-moving areas of heavy rainfall until 9pm. …
Metro Mayor hits back at criticism over communication with officers
Labour’s Dan Norris said he would continue to use the “red-box” system of communication. …
16 supported living homes on Tufa Field recommended for approval
The council is proposing the site becomes a “flagship” supported living development. …
Locals being invited to experience a Silent Disco at Roman Baths
Attendees will have the opportunity to dance to a diverse selection of music at the events. …
Group of Bath residents unite in bid to ‘Stop the Locksbrook Tip’
The group came together for a protest rally to highlight why they believe the proposals are flawed. …
Properties in Twerton set to undergo electrical safety check visits
National Grid inspectors will be making sure safety cut-outs are working as they should be. …
Restoration of Royal Victoria Park duck pond delayed due to leak
Work to remove silt and improve the quality of the water was announced in August 2023. …
Plans submitted to create new seven-bed HMO in Upper Weston
The property on Holcombe Green currently accommodates a family of five. …
Council refers nearly 6,000 debts to bailiffs according to latest data
There are renewed calls for improvements to be made to the council’s debt collection practices. …
Double-decker First bus collides with railway bridge in Twerton
It’s the second time in less than 18 months that a double-decker bus has struck the bridge. …
Charities say they aren’t being involved in £800k funding cut plans
Proposals to cut £802k from funding for local charities were watered down in February. …
Retrospective application for Royal Crescent power supply withdrawn
The council has now withdrawn its application, saying consent is not actually required. …
Annual flu vaccination programme gets under way across the region
Getting vaccinated helps protect yourself and the people around you from the debilitating effects of flu. …
Residents invited to find out more about local bereavement services
Visitors can tour the gardens and Hilltop and Valley Chapels, and find out how the crematorium operates. …