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New mural helps to reassure young surgery patients at RUH
The colourful and vibrant jungle scene aims to distract patients and improve their experience. …
Appeal for witnesses launched after man receives facial injuries
The assault caused the victim to sustain facial injuries, for which he required hospital treatment. …
Work underway to fix issue with fire service’s computer systems
The bug in the system used to coordinate 999 call response caused computers to freeze. …
Youngsters encouraged to get on their bikes and cycle to school
Despite most children wanting to hop on two wheels, only around 2% do so nationally. …
Concerning statistics over heart disease lead to call for action
In most people, heart and circulatory disease is brought on by lifestyle factors. …
Man arrested after brick thrown through rear window of police car
Officers were conducting patrols around the Haycombe Drive area when the incident happened. …
Locals being invited to find out more about tackling hate crime
The event has been organised to support National Hate Crime Awareness Week. …
Proposal to create dog grooming parlour at Alice Park turned down
A local resident had hoped to build a hut in Alice Park to run a dog grooming business. …
“Small music event” near Pennyquick monitored by the police
The site was monitored with regular police patrols, and officers also deployed a drone above. …
Hundreds register interest in group-buying solar panel scheme
Homeowners can register with the Solar Together West of England group-buying scheme for free. …
Researchers at Royal United Hospital recognised with top accolade
The study is one of the UK’s largest-ever drug trials involving Parkinson’s disease. …
Support sought from public as NHS faces further industrial action
The upcoming strike will see junior doctors, consultants and radiographers all take part. …
Call for ban on disposable vapes rejected by public health board
Disposable vapes contain a lithium battery which can catch fire if not disposed of properly. …
Plans to create new stadium development at the Rec submitted
The proposals would see the creation of a modern and “fit-for-purpose” home for Bath Rugby. …
500 take on Circuit of Bath Walk to raise cash for Julian House
The sponsored event, now in its 22nd year, has become a popular fixture on the calendar. …
RUHX to host feast fundraiser with variety of guest speakers
Locals can enjoy an evening of food and drink and thought-provoking discussions in aid of RUHX. …
New documentary to focus on murder of 25-year-old Melanie Hall
In the documentary, Melanie’s family speak about the terrible impact her disappearance had on them. …
Firefighters set to host coffee morning in aid of Macmillan charity
The event will offer locals a chance to visit their fire station and meet the team that serves them. …
Call for action over number of gulls at Bath Riverside development
Despite the nuisance they cause to residents, the birds and their nests are protected. …
Council adds eight electric vehicles to highway maintenance fleet
The majority of vehicles used by highways staff are now fully electric Nissan Townstar vans. …
Residents being encouraged to visit Gaia artwork at Bath Abbey
The illuminated planet Earth artwork, called Gaia, is by local artist Luke Jerram. …
Winners of annual Community and Curo in Bloom Awards announced
The winners were revealed earlier this month at Curo’s resident event the BIG Get Together. …
Fashion fans invited to take part in online talk on sustainable clothing
The talk will cover the history of sustainable fashion over the last four hundred years. …
Popular Santa and Elf Run in aid of Dorothy House set to return
The fun run is open to all ages and takes place through the grounds of Dorothy House Hospice. …