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Hottest areas in Somerset ranked as highs of 36C recorded
While some areas have sweltered, other areas have stayed under 30C
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Authentic Georgian garden to open in Bath later this year
It was inspired by a book published in 1834
Christmas Market could run for an extra week and at more sites
Last year there were more than 180 festive chalets spread across the city centre.
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Advice issued to residents as extreme heat engulfs the region
Such a rare warning indicates significant risk to life for even the healthy population.
Public reassured over Bath city crest as station demolition continues
The former fire station has been undergoing demolition as part of a major redevelopment of the site.
Decision on a new Lidl store for Bath could still be months way
Lidl is seeking full permission for the new store, with 81 car parking spaces, landscaping and access.
Council renews campaign pledge to protect councillors and staff
A council report acknowledged that aggressive and threatening behaviour does sometimes occur.
Oldfield Park takeaway to stay open until early hours after approval
The takeaway has been told it can stay open until 2.30am on Fridays and Saturdays.
Care worker admits four charges including £21k cheque fraud
Bassett committed fraud with the false representation of a £21,000 cheque.
Midfielder leaves Romans, Odd Down to start league term at home
The 26-year-old joined the Romans in 2023 and made more than 120 appearances in black and white.
Smith and Roberts spearhead Lansdown’s rout of Old Bristolians
The hosts were ripped out for 87 off 26.4 overs after being put in – and their guests romped to 89-2.
Bath 1st XI romp into ECB National Club Championship’s last 16
Bath 1st XI trounced Bristol by eight wickets with almost 16 overs in hand at North Parade.
Over 200 Somerset schools to close amid extreme heat warning
The number of schools due to shut continues to rise
Exploding roads in Bath not caused by lightning strikes
The city experienced 30mm of rain within an hour
Bizarre scenes in Bath as flash floods swamp streets during heatwave
Water levels rose quickly during an intense thunderstorm - and were not helped by burst mains
Bath Rugby confirm coaching departure as Johann van Graan looks for winning formula
Martin Gleeson will leave Bath Rugby after nine months in the job as attack and backs coach
Bath’s RUH backs major stroke study to help prevent future attacks
After a brain haemorrhage, people can remain at risk of further serious health issues.
Damage and disruption across Bath after intense thunderstorm
Significant damage was caused to roads in the city, along with flooding and trees coming down.
Dangerous dog case adjourned for expert report to be carried out
Millie slipped her harness and bit Archie repeatedly, as well as biting the woman walking him.
Defibrillator and lifesaving kit set to be installed in centre of Bath
An application to put a defibrillator and bleed kit in Stall Street has been submitted by Nationwide Building Society.