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22 August 2023

Witness appeal launched after man’s body found in River Avon

Emergency services were called to a report of someone in the water at 8.45am this morning. …

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Community choirs raise more than £14,000 for local charities

There are 24 Good Afternoon Choirs across the region, each raising money for a local charity. …

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Surveys at “tufa field” site set to continue for the next few months

The nature reserve on Englishcombe Lane is ecologically significant due to its tufa blushes. …

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Visit Britain’s CEO heads to Roman Baths during trip to the region

The visit was an opportunity to showcase the ambition for the West of England. …

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21 August 2023

Parking zone “shambles” and “confusion” before rules come into effect

Despite signage being in place, the new parking rules do not come into effect until 29th August. …

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SouthGate shopping centre welcomes two new independent cafes

Family-owned Chandos Deli and independent café Koffee Time have recently opened at the centre. …

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Show apartment opens at new Bath Leat later-living development

The development comprises 68 apartments across three buildings, designed for later-living. …

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University engineers trial prosthetic device that gives ‘sense of touch’

Engineers are working to improve the experience for people who use prosthetic arms. …

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18 August 2023

Changes to new Oldfield Park RPZ set to be trialled for six months

The six-month trial will introduce around 60 extra short-stay visitor bays near popular amenities. …

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Hope for ticket office reopening after roof damage at railway station

The ticket office was unexpectedly and suddenly closed following damage to its roof. …

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Car wash being held at fire station in aid of Cancer Research UK

Organised by firefighters from Blue Watch Bath, the car wash will be held at Hicks Gate Fire Station. …

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Cinema portfolio including Bath’s boutique Tivoli site put up for sale

Eight cinemas, including Tivoli in the centre of Bath, have been put up for sale. …

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17 August 2023

MP visits local volunteers as funding cut poses risk to canal network

There have been major works to the local canal, with substantial investment in the Bathwick area. …

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Consultation launched on Government’s plans to ban cold calling

The consultation covers proposals to ban cold calls offering any financial products. …

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Plans submitted to create children’s care home in Keynsham

Currently a six-bed house, the new care home would have four bedrooms for children. …

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16 August 2023

Forklift overturns during survey work at controversial tufa field site

The vehicle ended up on its side on the track to Englishcombe Lane’s “tufa field”. …

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Bath Rugby fans invited to celebrate season launch at family fun day

The event, being hosted at The Rec, is a celebration of rugby with live music, entertainment and activities. …

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Students take on Coast to Coast walk to support the homeless

The pair have raised vital funds for those experiencing homelessness and domestic abuse. …

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15 August 2023

Cyclist considers legal action against council after hitting pothole

William Bullock was left with facial deformities and suspected PTSD after the accident in 2021. …

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Free call blockers being offered to help protect vulnerable residents

A call blocker is a unit that filters out unwanted scams and nuisance phone calls from a landline phone. …

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Surgeon to take on Deca-Ironman to help raise funds for AI software

Stuart will take on the challenge which features a 24-mile swim, 1120-mile cycle and 262-mile run. …

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14 August 2023

Two Bath lawyers recognised with top family and matrimonial status

Caroline Fell and Rebecca Eels have taken the top two spots for their family and matrimonial work. …

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Special concert to be held at Bath Abbey to celebrate man’s life

The middle son of Bath’s music man Grenville Jones, 46-year-old Kieron passed away last month. …

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Miu Miu miniskirt chosen as Fashion Museum’s Dress of the Year

The 2022 Dress of the Year was chosen by Kenya Hunt, the Editor-in-Chief of ELLE UK. …

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