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Call for more action to be taken as locals continue to weed streets
A resident has warned that weeds could “spread like wildfire” if their roots took hold. …
MP hears about funding crisis for early years providers during visit
Mrs Hobhouse visited Alice Park Nursery in Larkhall to learn more about their work supporting children. …
Vice chair set to take on six-month tour of community projects
Cllr Walker will be visiting charities, businesses, residents’ associations, and schools across the area. …
Law firm presented with Bath City FC shirt to mark sponsorship
Stone King Chair Alison Allen received the shirt at Bath City’s first home game of the season. …
Extra events added to this year’s Bathscape festival programme
The festival takes place until 24th September, and the majority of the walks and events are free. …
Teenager arrested after motorcycle stolen from the centre of Bath
Police received numerous calls reporting a group of motorcyclists trying to steal motorbikes in Bath. …
Work gets underway to remove redundant gas pipeline bridge
Works are underway to remove and demolish the bridge, which stands alongside Windsor Bridge. …
Parents of newborns being encouraged to use fire safety tool
The fire service is highlighting what parents need to consider for keeping their baby safe. …
Mum thanks hospital for ‘life-changing’ hip replacement surgery
Katie was the first patient to have major arthroplasty surgery and return back the same day. …
Bath’s Postal Museum closes its doors after more than 40 years
It’s hoped the collection will be passed to other museums, who can keep the artefacts publicly available. …
Local dog lovers take part in annual Wag Walk fundraising event
Dogs, dog-lovers and walkers came together on Sunday 3rd September for the sponsored event. …
MP meets with independent estate agent to discuss rental market
Mrs Hobhouse met with Reside’s Toby Martin to discuss various issues, including rising rents. …
Partnership launched to help enhance experience for city’s visitors
The local authority has joined up with Bath BID, the World Heritage Centre, Bath Forum, and Visit West. …
New network to help shape Avon & Somerset Police’s race work
Avon & Somerset Police is carrying out new work to engage with black and ethnic minority communities. …
Police misconduct reforms will turn hearings into ‘kangaroo courts’
The Government has announced major reforms in a bid to root out rogue and dangerous cops. …
Work experience opportunities at RUH delivering gold standard
So far this year, nearly 50 youngsters from local schools and colleges have been hosted at the hospital. …
Next city centre closure planned for ongoing security scheme works
A closure of the street, for preparation works, will start on Tuesday 26th September. …
Schoolboy raises more than £1,000 for Bath charity Julian House
Eddie set himself the target of walking every day for 30 days, and he’s now raised over £1,000. …
TEDxBath announces inspiring speakers for this year’s event
The event will host “ideas worth sharing” to an audience of 1,600 people of all ages. …
Combined Authority’s Chief Executive leaves with £219k payoff
Chief executive Patricia Greer had been on sick leave since last November, but remained on full pay. …
Proposals to provide 22 homes for refugees set to be considered
More than £3 million of funding will be used to provide 22 homes for refugees in the area. …
Plans to build extension approved despite neighbour concerns
Planners had recommended that permission be granted, but the rest of the terrace objected. …
Emissions-based parking charges begin in bid to improve air quality
The new variable car park pricing in Bath will affect motorists with more polluting vehicles. …
Young farmers celebrated for their efforts in the Bee Bold Awards
Middle Ground Growers scooped one of Metro Mayor Dan Norris’s 2023 Bee Bold Awards. …