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Bath Rugby star Finn Russell makes injury return as Scotland tilt at history in South Africa
Scotland face South Africa on Saturday in the second round of games in the inaugural Nations Championship
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Health leaders urge Bath residents to take extra care as heat returns
Health leaders say the last spell of very hot weather placed NHS services under extreme pressure.
Developer unveils plans for four energy-efficient houses in Bathford
The proposal would see two pairs of semi-detached houses built on a site described as a “field”.
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44-year-old man fined for hurling racial slur at police officer in Bath
The 44-year-old was “very regretful” of what happened and has not drunk alcohol since then.
Bath Park & Ride evening buses secured thanks to fresh funding
The later journeys will remain in place on the routes serving Newbridge, Lansdown and Odd Down.
Pearce stars as Lansdown 1sts rout Weston, last-ball agony for 2nds
Sam Pearce was the star as Lansdown 1st XI destroyed Weston-super-Mare 1st XI by 189 runs.
Wins for Hampset 1sts, 2nds and Sunday XI – but 3rds are crushed
Hampset 1st XV continued their strong start to the season with a four-wicket victory over Long Ashton.
'It's really hard' says Bath Big Issue seller as heatwave hits
Vendors have been given free sun cream and hats to help keep them safe
Suspect description shared after girl, 11, sexually assaulted
The sexual assault happened in a wooded area near a playground
Police issue fresh appeal over assault of 11-year-old girl in Bath
A man in his 40s was arrested last week, but has since been released under investigation.
Bath Rugby confirm trio of 2026/27 pre-season fixtures as Johann van Graan takes control of preparations
The Blue, Black and White are heading to France for their first pre-season outing
RUH cuts compression sock use to boost comfort and reduce waste
Compression socks have traditionally been used in hospitals to help prevent blood clots.
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.
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.
Pre-season friendlies provide Bath with familiar opponents
Bath and Glasgow Warriors will meet again this year, although the game will be in Scotland on 18th September.
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