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BBC star Ashley Jensen's journey from personal tragedy and new beginnings

Ashley Jensen, who stars in BBC One's Shetland, has had an illustrious career on screen - and Somerset links

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Convenience store owner in Bath fined for selling illegal vapes

Businesses are being warned they could face court proceedings if the products they sell are illegal.

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RUHX’s Walk of Life fundraiser set to return with new distance

The Walk of Life 2024 event saw over 300 people take part and raised over £60,000.

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Alcohol licence permitted for events at Bathampton playing fields

King Edward's School applied for a licence to sell alcohol and play music and films at its sports pitches.

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Government appeal lodged after Southdown HMO plans refused

Planning officers said the proposal would result in 13 HMOs within a 100-metre radius.

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Council insists LTN will be monitored after safety warning

An independent report published the night before it was set to be installed raised concerns about visibility at the junction

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Bath Rugby's young guns challenged to back up Ampthill win when Bristol Bears come to town

Bath Rugby thrashed Ampthill 73-0 on Saturday in Round One of the 2024/25 Premiership Rugby Cup

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Homeless charity warns funding 'at risk' but demand 'higher than ever'

Julian House - who say that demand is "higher than ever" while funding is at risk- has launched a Christmas appeal.

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Bath charity Julian House launches Christmas fundraising appeal

Julian House relies on donations and fundraising from the public to keep services running.

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Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s chief officer announces retirement

Chief Fire Officer Shilton stepped up from assistant chief fire officer in March 2022.

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Appeal launched for warm clothing for people in need this winter

Donations for adults and children are being invited to help keep people warm over the colder months.

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New bridge set to be built over stream at Bathampton Meadows

The new pedestrian bridge at Meadow Lane will be made of steel and timber and set at ground level.

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Bath mum's leaking roof leaves her and children distraught

Curo are investigating the source of the leak in her home

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Urgent safety warning about Bath LTN due to be installed on Wednesday

An independent report, commissioned by the group who brought a legal challenge against the scheme, has raised major safety concerns

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Quiet village next to Bath fears being 'turned into a Glastonbury'

Locals warned that a plan to serve alcohol at events on a field in the village would cause 'havoc'

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Row erupts over cancellation of festive drive-in cinema near Bath

Wonder Cinema is selling tickets to a planned drive-in cinema at the field in Saltford.

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Week of celebrations held for care leavers across the Bath area

National Care Leavers’ Week was an opportunity for young care leavers to have their voices heard.

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Policing awards celebrate outstanding acts of public service

The awards saw 56 individuals from across the region receive awards for their outstanding work.

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Popular Birthday Buses initiative set to return for a second year

Residents will again enjoy unlimited free bus travel throughout the month of their birthdays.

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New website launched to help residents work out parking charges

Different cars pay varying amounts to park in Bath & North East Somerset Council car parks.