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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.
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.
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.
Government appeal lodged after Southdown HMO plans refused
Planning officers said the proposal would result in 13 HMOs within a 100-metre radius.
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
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
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.
Bath charity Julian House launches Christmas fundraising appeal
Julian House relies on donations and fundraising from the public to keep services running.
Avon Fire & Rescue Service’s chief officer announces retirement
Chief Fire Officer Shilton stepped up from assistant chief fire officer in March 2022.
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.
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.
Bath mum's leaking roof leaves her and children distraught
Curo are investigating the source of the leak in her home
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
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'
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.
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.
Policing awards celebrate outstanding acts of public service
The awards saw 56 individuals from across the region receive awards for their outstanding work.
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.
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.