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Bed specialist opens new store in former Carpetright unit in Bath
The new store, in Mero Retail Park on the Lower Bristol Road in Bath, replaces Carpetright. …
Robbie Williams to hold open-air concert at the Royal Crescent
The stage will be set on the private lawn, against the iconic backdrop of the Royal Crescent. …
Council completes annual highway preparations for the winter
Almost 2,000 tonnes of road salt are ready in dry storage in the council’s two salt barns. …
More development proposals submitted for New Leaf Farm
Plans have been submitted to build new buildings to replace those used for holiday accommodation. …
ITV star opens Bath hospital’s new £600k imaging department
Costing £600,000, the department has been re-equipped with state-of-the-art equipment. …
Curo leaseholders hit with “unexpected” increase in charges
As leaseholders, residents are required to pay charges for the upkeep of their building. …
A36 closure set to come back into effect to finalise safety works
Work is required to stabilise the southbound embankment after the footpath began to crack. …
Council says it will monitor “potential impacts” of latest LTN trial
The council has closed Winifred’s Lane at the top of Cavendish Road in Bath to through traffic. …
Approval being sought to turn Southlands HMO into larger one
A HMO is considered small if it has up to six bedrooms and large if it has seven or more. …
RUHX’s Walk of Life fundraiser set to return with new distance
The Walk of Life 2024 event saw over 300 people take part and raised over £60,000. …
Alcohol licence permitted for events at Bathampton playing fields
King Edward’s School applied for a licence to sell alcohol and play music and films at its sports pitches. …
Convenience store owner in Bath fined for selling illegal vapes
Businesses are being warned they could face court proceedings if the products they sell are illegal. …
Bath charity Julian House launches Christmas fundraising appeal
Julian House relies on donations and fundraising from the public to keep services running. …
Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s chief officer announces retirement
Chief Fire Officer Shilton stepped up from assistant chief fire officer in March 2022. …
Appeal launched for warm clothing for people in need this winter
Donations for adults and children are being invited to help keep people warm over the colder months. …
New bridge set to be built over stream at Bathampton Meadows
The new pedestrian bridge at Meadow Lane will be made of steel and timber and set at ground level. …
Row erupts over cancellation of festive drive-in cinema near Bath
Wonder Cinema is selling tickets to a planned drive-in cinema at the field in Saltford. …
Week of celebrations held for care leavers across the Bath area
National Care Leavers’ Week was an opportunity for young care leavers to have their voices heard. …
Policing awards celebrate outstanding acts of public service
The awards saw 56 individuals from across the region receive awards for their outstanding work. …
Popular Birthday Buses initiative set to return for a second year
Residents will again enjoy unlimited free bus travel throughout the month of their birthdays. …
New website launched to help residents work out parking charges
Different cars pay varying amounts to park in Bath & North East Somerset Council car parks. …
Police appeal launched after children followed in Combe Down
Three teenagers were followed by a group of men wearing balaclavas and blue surgical gloves. …
Plans to demolish row of derelict garages and build three-bed house
The five single-storey garages are believed to have been built in the 1950s. …
Surgery at Bath’s Royal United Hospital retains ‘good’ CQC rating
Inspectors found that staff and leaders worked well together to deliver safe, people-centred care. …