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Conservation work being planned for landmark Lansdown archway
The Grade II listed Gothic Revival archway has badly damaged areas which need repair work. …

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder of police officer
Police are urgently appealing for help locating a vehicle which was involved in the incident. …

5G pilot to go ahead in centre of Bath despite previous opposition
A total of sixteen 5G antennas are set to be installed in locations around the city centre. …

Bath choirs to unite later this month for a special evening of music
The ‘Boys from Bath’ have entertained audiences across the UK and toured the world. …

Students leaving city encouraged to donate their unwanted items
Bright red donation banks have been installed at temporary sites across the city. …

Council gardener applauded for 43 years of tending green spaces
Bob began working for the former Bath City Council in 1981 on a youth training scheme. …

Latest plans submitted for two homes on vacant site at Odd Down
Earlier this year, the developer withdrew plans for a three-storey student accommodation block. …

Ivybank House Care Home set to open its doors to the community
From the summer, the 43-bed home will be offering specialist residential dementia care. …

Heartbreak for Team Bath Netball after league licence not renewed
Team Bath Netball has not been granted a licence to continue past the end of this current season. …

Radio station set to hold marathon broadcast to celebrate 60 years
The station, formerly known as Bath Hospital Radio, made its first broadcast in May 1964. …

Grants made available for region’s freelance artists and creatives
47% of workers in the world-leading West of England creative industries are freelancers. …

Call for council to sue Natural England over impact of city’s gulls
Gulls are a major issue, keeping people up at night with their noise and even swooping at people. …

Theatre company marks 30th anniversary with ‘truly magical’ show
Thousands of young people have been trained at the Next Stage Youth Theatre Company. …

Council reveals plans for new recycling centre on Locksbrook Road
It will replace the existing Bath Recycling Centre at Midland Road, which is set to become new homes. …

Permanent ‘parklet’ plan submitted for James Street West pub
The intention is to remove the portable furniture and provide a new more permanent structure. …

Sulis Hospital opens up 100 new roles for £25m orthopaedic hub
The new orthopaedic centre at the hospital at Peasedown St John is set to open in December. …

Residents on Sydney Road declare LTN scheme ‘a success’
Nearby residents have praised the scheme and welcomed the reduced amounts of traffic. …

Three people arrested after woman forced into car in Keynsham
The A4 Bath Road was closed following the incident, which saw a woman being forced into a car. …

Architects appointed for Fashion Museum ahead of 2030 reopening
The iconic institution has been homeless since the National Trust took back its former premises. …

Womenswear fashion brand Albaray opens new store in Bath
he company says the city is a strategic location for its second store, with its strong footfall. …

King Charles III to retain his patronage of Bath Preservation Trust
The announcement comes following a detailed review of patronages held by the Royal Household. …

“Complex legal situation” over future of Combe Down allotments
The local authority has attempted to engage with the landowner over his decision to end the lease. …

Refurbishment work planned at listed city centre bank building
The internal refurbishment includes the addition of a digital banking desk area in the banking hall. …

Lansdown Cricket Club launches £200,000 fundraising campaign
A memorial match held earlier this month for the launch raised £1,250 for two charities. …