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Community Champion Joanna Balgarnie Surprised Live On Air with Prestigious High Sheriff Award
Bath volunteer Joanna Balgarnie was surprised live on air with a High Sheriff of Somerset Award in recognition of her years of service supporting people across the community.
James Morrison talks to Dave Mason
Friday afternoon presenter Dave Mason scooped an exclusive interview with singer songwriter James Morrison when he brought his tour to Bath recently.
Nominations Open for the Radio Bath Charity Awards 2026
Radio Bath Charity Awards 2026 nominations are now open. Help recognise outstanding charities, volunteers, organisations and community champions across Bath.
Award-Winning Investigative Journalist Roger Cook Dies Aged 83
Roger Cook, the Bradford on Avon resident and pioneering investigative journalist behind The Cook Report, has died aged 83. Tributes have been paid to the broadcaster whose fearless reporting helped shape modern journalism.
Bath adventurer becomes first British woman to cross Atlantic by gas balloon
A British adventurer from Bath has made aviation history after completing a transatlantic crossing by gas balloon. Alicia Hempleman-Adams landed in Luxembourg on Sunday morning alongside fellow pilots Bert Padelt and Peter Cuneo after spending almost three days...
Inspectors praise inclusive culture and high expectations at Bath school
Inspectors have praised St Mark’s School in Bath for its inclusive culture, strong leadership and high aspirations for pupils following a recent visit.
Bathscape programme leaves lasting legacy for nature, heritage and communities
More than 24,000 people have taken part in Bathscape projects since 2018, helping create a lasting legacy for nature, heritage and wellbeing.
New dog lead rules proposed for Bath and North East Somerset cemeteries
Bath & North East Somerset Council is considering new rules requiring dogs to be kept on leads in cemeteries following complaints about fouling and disruption.
Wild Flour Cake Company crowned Bath Dragons 2026 winner
Wild Flour Cake Company has been crowned Bath Dragons 2026 winner, securing a £25,000 prize package after impressing judges in the live final.
Bath actor Anthony Head dies aged 72 as tributes pour in
Bath-based actor Anthony Head, known for Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Ted Lasso, has died aged 72 following complications from pneumonia. Tributes are being paid across the world.
Twerton and Whiteway Pride in Place Co-Chairs Announced
Joy Luxford and Ruby Sant have been appointed co-chairs of the Twerton and Whiteway Pride in Place programme, helping lead plans for £20 million of community investment over the next decade.
Planning Permission Approved for New Fashion Museum Bath
Planning permission has been approved for the new Fashion Museum Bath, paving the way for the transformation of the city’s former Old Post Office into a major new cultural destination in the Milsom Quarter.
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