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23 February 2024

Tennis club seeking permission for Padel courts at Lansdown site

Padel tennis is a racquet sport played on an enclosed court about a third of the size of a tennis court. …

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22 February 2024

Councillors green-light “boldly ambitious” budget with charity cuts

The budget was described by council leader Kevin Guy as “not just balanced but boldly ambitious”. …

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“Impressive campaign” sees Avon Fire Authority halt job proposals

The Fire Brigades Union had warned the cuts presented a danger to the public and firefighters. …

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New line markings aim to reduce falls on Keynsham High Street

More than 100 people have injured themselves since changes were made to the High Street. …

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21 February 2024

Bath Half runners sought to fundraise for Bath Rugby Foundation

The rugby charity has a limited number of places left for the race on 17th March. …

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Join the debate on major new blueprint for development in B&NES

Residents and businesses can have their say on the plan until Monday 8th April. …

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Police misconduct reforms come under fire over “substantial risk”

The PCC launched a search for up to 16 independent panel members to sit on misconduct hearings. …

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20 February 2024

Southlands LTN to stay after call-in rejected by scrutiny panel

A protest was held outside the Guildhall in Bath ahead of the scrutiny panel meeting. …

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Fire service urges caution over having children in the kitchen

Parents are encouraged to make kitchen activities a chance for children to learn about cooking safety. …

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CCTV appeal launched after man suffers fractured skull outside bar

A man in his 20s suffered a fractured skull and was treated in hospital for a bleed on the brain. …

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Zara planning to use former Iceland store in Bath as a stockroom

Iceland left 4 Ham Gardens in April 2022 and the ground-floor unit has remained vacant since. …

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New six-week parenting course to begin in Peasedown St John

The new six-week course will look at what happens when people become parents. …

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19 February 2024

Fencer prosecuted by council after failing to carry out agreed work

Trading Standards began an investigation into Harris after receiving a complaint from an elderly resident. …

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Bath MP Wera Hobhouse makes special visit to Jane Austen centre

Opened 25 years ago, the Jane Austen Centre continues to be one of Bath’s busiest attractions. …

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£66,000 grant to help provide mentors for youngsters across Bath

The grant of £66,000 to the Mentoring Plus charity will help support 48 children. …

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16 February 2024

Mayor urges locals and businesses to “switch off the light at night”

Mr Norris is calling for people to “switch off the light at night” to save energy and encourage dark skies. …

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Free CHSW charity places being offered for the Bath Half Marathon

CHSW still has 15 spaces to fill for the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 17th March. …

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Protest planned as councillors set to discuss Southlands LTN call-in

Eleven opposition councillors on B&NES Council signed a “call-in” over the controversial decision. …

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Blue Sky Thinkers to help spread happiness at SouthGate Centre

The comedy duo will be helping people to look on the bright side and posing for photographs. …

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15 February 2024

Rugby players join student partnership for Moorland Road litter pick

The litter pick was organised by the Student Community Partnership, which recently received £47,000. …

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Avon & Somerset Police to launch operation to tackle knife crime

Officers in the area will be launching a “high-profile proactive” operation to tackle knife crime. …

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Bath hospital on course to deliver ambitious sustainable travel plan

The RUH launched its travel plan in 2020, helping ensure the hospital was sustainable. …

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14 February 2024

37-year-old jailed for ten years for role in major drugs conspiracy

Four men were convicted of acting as drug and money couriers to enable the conspiracy to operate. …

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Workshop set to be held in Bath for people affected by lymphoma

Lymphoma Action will hold the Live Your Life workshop on Tuesday 19th March. …

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