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RUH cuts compression sock use to boost comfort and reduce waste
Compression socks have traditionally been used in hospitals to help prevent blood clots.
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Pair held in custody after attempted robbery and stabbing in Bath
A knife was allegedly held to the woman’s throat in a car outside the Tesco Express store near Windsor Bridge.
Charity warns locals and visitors against entering its waterways
Warmer weather brings more visitors to canals and rivers but also increases the risk of incidents in the water.
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Man is given 40-month ban after second drink-drive conviction
For a second drink-drive conviction within 10 years, a minimum three-year disqualification must be imposed.
More than 430 B&NES pupils join electronics recycling workshops
The sessions were designed to help children develop good recycling habits from an early age.
Home start for last season’s Counties 3 runners-up Old Sulians
The Bath club had an excellent 2025-26, finishing runners-up behind league champions Yatton.
Strong local flavour in Dorset & Wilts Central again for 2026-27
Last season, Avonvale took the bragging rights as they finished the top local side – fifth – in the division.
Bath’s controversial new bin rules have resulted in 41 fines within months
The council implemented the changes in October despite a backlash
Bath's iconic nanny college favoured by celebs and royals becomes a university
The tuition fees don’t come cheap but graduates at this Bath institution are pretty much guaranteed a well-paid job
Bath-based Norland wins university status in first for early childhood
The Bath-based organisation will formally become Norland University of Early Childhood this September.
Campaigners call for Bath to become England’s first 20mph city
250 people have so far signed the ‘Bath 20mph City’ campaign’s petition.
Repeat offender gets custodial sentence for driving whilst banned
The 29-year-old failed to stop for police, fleeing the scene, which resulted in a chase on foot.
Curo and Abri exploring potential for major new housing partnership
If agreed, the partnership would support around 142,000 customers across the region.
Weather plays ball right across All Stars cricket season
Youngsters aged five to eight took part in the eight-week programme.
Odd Down drawn away in FA Vase, ex-Welton midfielder signs
The Down will set out on the road to Wembley Stadium on Saturday 12th September.
Pedestrian left with life-changing injuries after being hit by van in Bath
The crash happened in broad daylight
Bath building partially collapses - updates
It seems to have been seriously damaged
Lorry crashes into archway of building as debris falls onto street
No one has been injured in the incident
Witness appeal after collision leaves pedestrian seriously hurt
A white van was involved in a collision with a pedestrian who was crossing the road.
'A monster awoken' - Bath Rugby 2025/26 season player ratings - Backs
Rugby writer Sam Jess takes a closer look at the individual performances from the Bath Rugby backs during the 2025/26 campaign