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Residents’ associations deem controversial Lansdown LTN a “failure”

The scheme, which began in November 2024, is in place on a trial basis until councillors decide its future.

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Yeovil Town 'deserved something' but defeat extends winless streak

“We probably deserved something but sometimes in football you don’t get everything you deserve."

Bath Echo

Plans submitted to install lift at landmark Grade I listed Bath building

The changes have been “carefully considered” to minimise the impact on the significance of the building.

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Hammer attacker’s sentencing postponed due to lack of cells staff

Sentencing for the 17-year-old defendant could not take place without a cells team at the court.

Bath Echo

Julian House’s Bike Workshop closes its doors due to rising costs

The enterprise on Corn Street started in 2011 as a regular series of bicycle-related activities.

Bath Echo

Great day despite the result as international rugby comes to Rec

A capacity crowd of 14,509 saw the experienced tourists win 31-14 against the home nation.

Bath Echo

Mapletoft hails Bath trio after England A match at The Rec

Centre Ojomoh played the full 80 minutes against the All Blacks XV and was England A’s vice-captain.

Somerset Live - Bath

Bath gathers for Remembrance Sunday in touching scenes

Thousands of soldiers from Bath gave their lives in The First and Second World Wars.

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Land Girl who served Britain celebrates her 100th with royal birthday wishes

From wartime fields to royal recognition, Peggy’s century-spanning story is one of service, love, and resilience

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Inside the stunning new Mendip Hills retreat blending sport and fine dining

Set in the heart of the Mendip Hills, Mad Swans is rewriting the rulebook for leisure

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Scrapping roundabout upgrade has left residents ‘sick to death’ of traffic

'People in Bridgwater are sick to death of the traffic in the town, and the decisions that the council takes which make life harder for people just to go about their everyday lives'

Somerset Live - Bath

Somerset Funeral Notices as heartfelt tributes left for 38 loved ones

Tributes have been paid to much-loved family members

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Dazzling Bath candlelight concert with Christmas classics is the perfect festive event

Enjoy Christmas classics and festive film favourites all played by a string quartet

Somerset Live - Bath

‘Stalled’ plan to build new city quarter in Bath could get back in motion

The council is forming a limited liability partnership to get the homes built

Bath Echo

Historic Cleveland Pools may never reopen due to flood damage

The site has been closed since floodwater entered and caused considerable damage in January 2024.

Bath Echo

89-year-old man appears in court charged with historic sex offences

Bernard Lock, of King’s Lynn in Norfolk, is accused of sexual offences against two boys.

Bath Echo

Concerns raised over proposed residents’ parking zone in Larkhall

An independent survey is being run to understand how the RPZ could affect people who visit or use Larkhall.

Bath Echo

Special visit for RUH from Time is Precious charity and Greg Davies

The charity has donated £465,000 to the RUH and helped refurbish areas to support children.

Bath Echo

12 Bath players in matchday 23s for this weekend’s internationals

England head coach Steve Borthwick has named four of the Blue, Black & White in his team to play Fiji.

Somerset Live - Bath

Where banks have closed for good in Somerset - mapped

Hundreds of banks have shut across the UK in the past four years