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Emergency repairs taking place on historic GWR bridge in Bath
Network Rail says inspections revealed fractures in the cast iron columns of Skew Bridge. …

Locals being urged to come forward for Covid-19 booster vaccine
Invitations to book a booster are in the process of being sent, either in the form of a text message or letter. …

Landmark Lansdown property goes on the market for £5 million
Mount Beacon House is perched on the slopes of Lansdown and can be seen from across the city. …

Residents invited to have their say on plans for Bath Press site
The housebuilder will be hosting a masterplan community consultation event on 23rd April. …

Emergency gas works taking place on A36 at Limpley Stoke
Two-way traffic lights are in operation on the A36 at Limpley Stoke, near the former Rose & Crown pub. …

Fears that Bath bus route extension will ‘blight’ neighbourhood
The maximum number of buses each day will be 36 with fewer on weekends and bank holidays. …

Three councillors form new independent group on B&NES Council
Councillors Gavin Heathcote and Karen Walker have now linked up with Saltford’s Chris Warren. …

Metro Mayor Dan Norris is banned from offices following arrest
Staff were told that the mayor’s key fob had been deactivated and he could not to enter the building. …

Air ambulance charity partners with Bath Racecourse for raceday
Racegoers will have the opportunity to learn more about the lifesaving charity at the special event. …

The Walcot Group reveals plans for Widcombe’s White Hart pub
The Grade II listed pub has fallen into disrepair and is said to be in “urgent” need of restoration. …

‘Business as usual’ as support services move to new provider
The contract to provide drug and alcohol community services was previously run by Bath charity DHI. …

Locksbrook Road tip is approved but could face legal challenge
Six Lib Dem councillors voted in favour of the proposals, while three opposition councillors voted against. …

Mum treated at RUH urges others to check for signs of cancer
Following surgery and a course of chemotherapy, Kirsty no longer has any visible evidence of disease. …

Locals being urged to get repeat prescriptions in before Easter
Many pharmacies will close on 17th April and not reopen until Tuesday 22nd April. …

Replica roof being proposed for landmark Snow Hill building
A planning application has been submitted to make improvements at the Gateway Centre at Snow Hill. …

City centre church’s ‘inclusive’ access plans given the green light
The approved changes will see access improvements for users of the historic building. …

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. …