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Police warning after counterfeit cash used by Facebook buyers
Upon collection of the sold item, the buyer pays hundreds of pounds with counterfeit currency. …
Campaigners to stage protest on ‘disastrous’ new Bath tip plans
The controversial plans are being recommended for approval by council officers at the meeting. …
£12k donation for children’s charity thanks to recycling scheme
The Harvey Hext Trust provides memory boxes and bears to families and bereavement support professionals. …
Authority staff offered trauma support following Metro Mayor arrest
Dan Norris, who has held the role leading the combined authority since 2021, was arrested on Friday. …
Park & Ride sites to operate until 11.30pm each day on trial basis
Newbridge, Odd Down and Lansdown will be open later to make it easier for people to stay longer in the city. …
Bath woman completes 315-mile bike ride in memory of her sister
Jackie Duffy from Weston has raised more than £5,800 for Aortic Dissection Awareness UK & Ireland. …
Health chiefs set to investigate 5.6% increase in A&E attendance
A survey has been launched to find out why there was an increase in the number of ‘walk-in’ patients. …
Fire crews test their skills during water rescue training exercise
The simulated scenario saw live casualties requiring rescue from a sinking canal boat. …
West of England Mayor Dan Norris suspended following arrest
A man in his 60s was arrested over allegations of rape and historic sex offences against a girl. …
Man acquitted of attempted murder charge after woman stabbed
It took five men to disarm Jones, drag him off Emma Kirk and restrain him until police officers arrived. …
Developer loses planning appeal over six-bed Southdown HMO
The council received 10 objections and ward councillor Jess David highlighted her concerns. …
Six candidates for the upcoming Metro Mayor election confirmed
All six candidates for the role appeared together at the West of England Combined Authority headquarters. …
Controversial Bath padel court plans being appealed after refusal
An inspector will review whether the council’s planning committee was right to refuse the application. …
Post Office now looking for a new retail partner in Oldfield Park
It has been confirmed that Morrisons in Moorland Road will close on Wednesday 16th April. …
‘Welcoming’ Bath Spa campus nursery rated as Good by Ofsted
Parents say their children love going to nursery and that staff keep them well informed of daily activities. …
Car dealer set to pay more than £18,000 following investigation
The court was told the company sold a vehicle to a consumer without disclosing known engine issues. …
Victoria Art Gallery space to reopen after conservation project
The conservation work took place to protect the Grade II*-listed building for future generations. …
Twerton self-storage site wins permission for Sunday opening
Safestore in Bath applied to extend its opening hours to include Sundays from 10am to 4pm. …
Speed restrictions to come into force on Bath commuter route
14 people have been killed or seriously hurt since 2014 on the stretch between Marksbury and Ubley. …
Countdown gets under way to first ever Bath Restaurant Week
To promote the event and raise charity funds, Bath BID is organising a Waiters’ Race on 7th April. …
Fund to continue investing in arms companies despite concerns
The Avon Pension Fund Committee recently voted to maintain its current approach to investing. …
Work begins on redevelopment of former gas works site in Bath
Contractors have begun land remediation works at the former gas works site at Bath Riverside. …
Bath-based letting agency acquired by Andrews Property Group
The acquisition increases Andrews’ total managed portfolio to over 5,500 properties. …
Proposals submitted to create nine new homes at farm near Bath
There are currently disused dairy buildings on the site and unit previously used for car repairs. …