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Bath’s Metro Bank collecting donations for city’s homeless charity
Donations of pre-loved clothes and books as well as new socks and underwear are being sought. …
Young volunteers recognised for helping to clean up the River Avon
The young pair have been collecting plastics and rubbish from the River Avon in Bath. …
Locals invited to find out more about £250k gas improvement works
The work, which will start on 2nd January, is essential to keep the gas flowing safely in the area. …
Two men jailed after causing fatal collision on A367 near Bath
The pair were racing side-by-side into a sharp bend when one of them was involved in a collision. …
Staff from the RUH meet King Charles III at special NHS reception
The event celebrated the contribution of international nurses and midwives working in the NHS. …
Residents urged to have say on proposed changes to care provision
A consultation, which closes on 18th December, has been launched to gather views on the proposals. …
Metro Mayor hits back over “unlawful” £10,000 spend on bus advert
Government money was spent on the bus wrap to promote Mr Norris’ Birthday Bus scheme. …
Abbey holds special open evening to celebrate Footprint completion
The multi-year Footprint Project helped to secure the Abbey’s future for generations to come. …
‘Sophisticated’ cannabis factory discovered in abandoned building
More than 1,000 cannabis plants were discovered, along with a sophisticated set up for cultivation. …
Council marks campaign to improve road safety across the area
Important road safety messages have been highlighted to schools, organisations and communities. …
GWR to offer a train every seven minutes for Bath Christmas Market
There’ll be an extra 21 trains above the usual timetable on the three Saturdays of this year’s market. …
Search launched for new chair of council-owned housing company
The role is being advertised to secure a smooth transition when the current Chair steps down. …
City’s MP praises success of Clean Air Zone in House of Commons
The MP praised the scheme’s impact, which has seen nitrogen dioxide emissions reduce. …
Concerns raised as fire service’s emergency response “inadequate”
There are “serious concerns” about how the service keeps people safe and secure from fire and other risks. …
“Clean and Green” programme sees 25 tonnes of weeds collected
The cleaning team responded to more than 400 resident, town, parish and councillor requests. …
PCC seeking support for council tax increase to fund policing
The PCC is proposing an increase to the policing part of council tax of around £10 a year. …
Clothing retailer Zara opens store in SouthGate shopping centre
The store will offer shoppers a range of products across womenswear, menswear and childrenswear. …
2024 RUHX Walk of Life charity fundraising event date revealed
The annual fundraising walk has raised over £750,000 for the RUH since starting in 2005. …
Green light for city centre cocktail bar Raincheck to open until 3am
A bid by the bar to get permission to stay open later was met with concern by neighbours. …
Trees planted as tribute to King Charles III and Queen Elizabeth II
The location of the new trees is in keeping with the original layout of the heritage 57-acre park. …
Parents invited to learn more about dangers of knife crime at event
The event will include a talk from a parent who has personally been affected by knife crime. …
Pregnant women urged to get Covid vaccination before Christmas
Vulnerable people only have until Friday 15th December to receive the current autumn top-up dose. …
Mayor encourages locals to explore city during festive season
Mr Norris recently got a sneak peek of the festive offering at No.1 Royal Crescent. …
Permission sought for demolition of brutalist church in Batheaston
The church of the Good Shepherd in Batheaston closed during the Covid-19 pandemic. …