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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Plans for 60 homes on 'dangerous and uncrossable' Somerset road delayed
Locals fear 'irreversible damage to the village's character'
£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
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
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.
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.
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
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.
Ranjuo Tomblin wins FOUR Golds at European Aquatics Championship
He had an outstanding games, winning four Gold medals in the artistic swimming events
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.
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.
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.
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.