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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

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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.

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Damage and disruption across Bath after intense thunderstorm

Significant damage was caused to roads in the city, along with flooding and trees coming down.

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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.

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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.

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Council staff could be offered apprenticeships as part of pay reforms

The council is planning to offer apprenticeships to members of staff who are being placed on a lower pay grade.

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Bear Flat win thriller by one wicket off last ball at Crewkerne

Bear Flat 1st XI squeezed home by one wicket off the final ball when they faced Crewkerne 1st XI.

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Bath 1st XI overcome early wobbles to reach Major Cup quarter-finals

The city side were 54-run winners against the villagers, who ply their trade in the third tier of the regional structure.

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Riverside footpath where boats evicted in Bath to close for rugby matches

The council said: 'This is not connected with the council’s removal of unauthorised boats'

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Lightning strikes and 'tornado' warning as Met Office issues yellow alert

Thunderstorms are rolling across parts of the South West

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Starmer resigns, Bath shrugs: city gripped by political fatigue as sixth prime minister in ten years resigns

Bath has had their fill of politics

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PREM Rugby play-offs set move to neutral venue from 2029-30 season

Neutral venues are set to host semi-finals in future

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Red heat warning issued as temperatures set to climb in Bath

The increasing temperatures are likely to bring widespread impacts for people, transport and infrastructure.

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Concern whether boaters are being moved on for rugby match days

The council is planning to start temporarily closing the river footpath when Bath Rugby is playing.

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Police won’t support proposed 20mph on Lansdown Road in Bath

The council says the reduction from 30mph would be appropriate as Lansdown Road is residential.

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Ex-child prodigy violinist appears in Bath court to admit charges

Russian-born Goldsmith, now 35, was in court to face two offences.

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Plans submitted for new Japanese restaurant to open in city centre

Tonkotsu is a UK-based chain founded in 2012, with its first location in Soho, London.

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Bath quintet can’t prevent loss for England A, despite Ojomoh try

Despite a try for Ojomoh, the home side emerged 35-19 victors at Stade de La Rabine in Vannes.

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Vastly experienced striker with ‘outstanding attributes’ joins City

Reid, 37, has played extensively in the professional ranks, having made his debut at the age of 17.

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Bath declared worse than London for student housing demand

There were almost 1,700 searches per student property available