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Bus timetable changes come into effect across the Bath area
Some services will now begin or terminate at Bath’s bus station, rather than Dorchester Street. …
Warning that weeds in Bath could become “insurmountable problem”
The council previously used glyphosate, but stopped after it declared a climate and ecological emergency. …
£165,000 investment to help improve parks and green spaces
The money will be used to reintroduce sustainable natural habitats to the city’s green spaces. …
Bath Spa University set to sponsor Bath City FC Women’s team
The sponsorship will see the university’s logo appear on the back of the teams’ shirts. …
Venues across Bath set to open their doors for Heritage Open Days
Local venues will open their doors for a nationwide celebration of history and culture. …
Residents in Newbridge hoping to secure future of their local park
The group has applied to change the park’s designation and protect it from future development. …
Students urged to ensure they are vaccinated against meningitis
Almost 26% of youngsters are at risk from potentially life-threatening and life-changing infections. …
Royal Victoria Park ponds set to undergo £75k restoration works
A contractor has been appointed to remove silt from the ponds in the popular park. …
Uni student creates special ball designed to support mental health
The special ball expands and contracts in sync with a person’s inhalations and exhalations. …
Gross misconduct cases at fire service ‘insufficiently investigated’
Decisions and sanctions in five disciplinary cases over the last two years are “at risk of challenge”. …
Quarter of district’s households to face mortgage ‘bomb’ next year
Families coming off their low-rate fixed mortgage deals could face a repayments rise of nearly £2,600. …
Call for rail fare freeze as residents set to spend hundreds more
The Government has said that rail fare increases next year will be below the RPI figure. …
Homeowners offered chance to save money on bills with solar panels
‘Solar Together West of England’ launched last year to help residents reduce their bills. …
Revised plans for development at former gas works to go on show
The company is planning a major residential development on 3.33 acres of the former gas facility. …
Man arrested on suspicion of drink driving after city centre crash
Police say they were called to the incident, at a junction close to Green Park Station, at 6.43am. …
Air quality in Bath continues to improve following CAZ introduction
There has been a 26% drop in nitrogen dioxide levels within the Clean Air Zone. …
Former pub landlord prosecuted over safety failings following fire
Guests reported a fire alarm at the premises sounding for a few seconds before falling silent. …
Cleveland Pools lido set to fully reopen to the public next month
The opening follows a 20-year campaign and restoration project to save the Georgian lido. …
Conservation works to get underway at the Victoria Art Gallery
Artwork will be put into storage before work begins to replace the glazing of the roof above the gallery. …
Britain’s first Laser Run World Championships prove a huge success
Racers of all ages and abilities competed at the University of Bath for world titles in 37 categories. …
Motorists urged to avoid A36 near Bath due to fallen power cable
The A36 has been closed between the Beckington roundabout and the junction with the A366. …
Residents urged to have say on proposals for transport “corridor”
A consultation has been launched asking residents to make ‘Big Choices’ and give their views on the plans. …
First patient praises ground-breaking robotic surgery at the RUH
The robot was introduced thanks to the ongoing fundraising efforts by RUHX charity supporters. …
Bath Spa railway station without ticket office is a “taste of the future”
GWR has insisted the temporary measures are not a reflection of how ticket sales would work in the future. …