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Couple who transformed popular Bath suburb celebrate 60th anniversary

They won an MBE for their work in the community

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Council takes action to help its struggling housing company Aequus

Since 2016, it has delivered 280 homes and generated more than £6 million for its sole shareholder, the council.

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Another protest planned over Royal Victoria Park’s dried-up pond

Campaigners will be gathering again in September as they say the pond has fallen into further decline.

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Bath museum plans to install stairlift to become fully accessible

Visitors who use a wheelchair or who have impaired mobility can currently see most of the museum displays.

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Man admits three offences in Keynsham but faces trial for fourth

Wilcox admitted three out of four charges, all relating to an incident in Keynsham on 6th February.

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Defeat by Thorns costs Bear Flat 1sts top spot, 2nds lose again

The Bears went into the game at Tor Sports & Leisure holding a 13-point lead at the summit.

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Trophies head to Wiltshire after great day of sevens rugby in Bath

Trowbridge retained the Bath Combination 7s Cup, having also secured it in the 2025 competition at Midsomer Norton.

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Larks looking to make higher status count on FA Cup away day

Victory for the Larks at Yarnton Road will give them £1,125 in prize money.

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Plans for 60 homes on 'dangerous and uncrossable' Somerset road delayed

Locals fear 'irreversible damage to the village's character'

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£7m from National Lottery to return iconic attraction to Bath

It is expected to attract a quarter of a million visitors a year when it reopens in the city

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Iron Age grave discovered on site of proposed 115-home village development

The Iron Age activity on the site is believed to be related to a settlement nearby

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Fashion Museum Bath secures £7.2m National Lottery Heritage grant

Construction on the city centre Fashion Museum is currently due to begin in late 2027.

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Bath Rugby's U18 squad for the 2026/27 season announced

The young Blue, Black and White, who were crowned champions in 2023/24, having reached the final of the age-grade competition in three consecutive seasons.

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Bath Rugby's Santi Carreras named in Argentina squad for Visa Galicia Cup

Argentina will face South Africa and Australia in a three-match series - but could see him miss start of the season for Bath

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Police arrest more drug than drink-drivers in World Cup campaign

The proactive patrols resulted in 113 arrests for suspected drink and drug-driving offences.

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Ranjuo Tomblin wins FOUR Golds at European Aquatics Championship

He had an outstanding games, winning four Gold medals in the artistic swimming events

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Bath McDonald’s reopens following restaurant and drive-thru revamp

The restaurant at Weston Lock Retail Park now features a new layout and updated technology.

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Man given suspended jail sentence for GBH and must pay victim £3k

After an initial visit to A&E, the man had to attend four outpatient appointments for close monitoring.

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City centre kebab van loses bid to extend its late-night opening hours

The application was refused after the Abbey Hotel said that noise from its patrons was disturbing guests.

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Bath to launch season with free event for fans, U18 squad named

The highlights from a purely rugby perspective will be exclusive interviews with Blue, Black & White players and coaches.