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Views and feedback being sought on Peasedown St John festival
Almost 3,000 people attended this year’s Peasedown Party in the Park festival in June. …
Families being encouraged to stock up on self-care essentials
Keeping some medicines and first-aid essentials at home can help reduce avoidable trips to A&E. …
University campus wins three top architecture excellence awards
The building, designed by Sir Nicholas Grimshaw in 1976, was formerly the Herman Miller factory. …
Bath City footballer to return to play following serious head injury
A short-term contract has been offered to the Devon-based player, following his injury last November. …
RUH charity encourages residents to create or update their Will
A will is a way of looking after the people, causes and charities that you care about after you’ve died. …
Bath-based Lovehoney co-founder launches new golf venture
Richard Longhurst, who co-founded Bath-based Lovehoney, has now turned his attention to golf. …
Work gets underway on new student accommodation development
The £12.6 million project will see the creation of 120 rooms of purpose-built student accommodation. …
Fire service’s gender pay gap increases for first time in three years
Last year, the hourly rate for female employees at the fire service was 3p more than men. …
Nominations being sought for council’s annual Community Awards
Residents are being asked to nominate inspirational individuals, businesses or organisations. …
£2 million fund launched to help address West of England skills gaps
Organisations of all sizes can apply for cash grants to help improve worker skills. …
Walking festival to return this September with expanded programme
Families, groups and solo walkers will have more than 75 walks and events to choose from. …
Bath City Farm seeks runners to take part in upcoming half-marathon
The charity, which is based in Whiteway, is seeking 20 people to run on their behalf. …
Warning that rail ticket office closures could lead to higher fares
Train companies are consulting the public on their plans to close hundreds of ticket offices in stations. …
Friendship Agreement signed with Ukrainian city of Oleksandriya
Although not legally binding, the agreement will help to strengthen ties between the two cities. …
Hospital introduces subscription-based service for appointments
The subscription model will allow patients to access the hospital’s services within 48 hours. …
Bath Abbey launches new website directory for historic memorials
The website features nearly 8 years of research by Bath Abbey’s archive team of staff and volunteers. …
More people being sought to adopt animals from Cats & Dogs Home
The charity saw a 121% increase in abandoned animals in need of their care in 2022. …
Plan to demolish historic cottage to create two new homes approved
It marks the end of an almost three-year planning battle over Waterworks Cottage on Charlcombe Way. …
Bluebird Care’s Keynsham office opened by Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg
Sir Jacob Rees-Mogg opened the new office, which will provide a dedicated base for staff in the area. …
Bespoke artwork goes on display as part of summer events project
The project features overhead flags, decorated planters, contemporary bunting and window designs. …
First passengers set to benefit from region’s Birthday Bus scheme
The Birthday Bus initiative will give every resident in the West of England free bus travel for a month. …
Combe Down allotment to be extended to support food growing
The local authority is set to submit a planning application for an extension of the current allotment site. …
Educational project sees hundreds of books donated to schools
The organisation wants to ensure schools can access textbooks and scripture from a range of religions. …
Holiday fun being offered at Roman Baths and Victoria Art Gallery
Young history hunters can join in with different activities inspired by the museum collections. …