Plans move forward for two new SEND schools for city’s youngsters
Newbridge Arts Trail set to return with over 30 artists this May
Leisure centres back latest diabetes fundraising drives in B&NES
Community effort to plant hundreds of new trees in Keynsham wood
Inconsistent Larks concede double to relegation-threatened Brixham
Du Toit: I was itching to get back to Bath from extended holiday
Business
Partial reopening of Jolly’s store pulled as restoration work continues
Initial plans would have seen the store partially reopened this month, followed by a grand opening in
Friday 20th March 2026
Holiday let being proposed for empty student apartments in Bath
The proposal would see the use of the building include short-term holiday lets for this academic year only.
Friday 20th March 2026
Community
Plea for volunteers to support Keynsham Community Fridge initiative
The team of volunteers work to prevent food waste and help local people put extra food on their tables.
Monday 23rd March 2026
Read Easy Bath group marks two graduations and £2,500 donation
The voluntary group provides free, confidential, one-to-one reading coaching for local residents.
Monday 23rd March 2026
Crime
Police appeal after cash stolen during burglary at home in Twerton
A wallet containing cash and bank cards, a silver Ford Focus and other items were taken.
Monday 23rd March 2026
Teenager admits threatening people with knives at care home
Smyth pleaded guilty to three charges of unlawfully and intentionally threatening individuals.
Wednesday 18th March 2026
Education
Ex-England star Crouch at Larkhall to help kids eat and play well
During his time at the Camella Stadium, the 45-year-old joined a training session before hosting a Q&A.
Sunday 22nd March 2026
Bath students weren’t at club linked to deadly outbreak as feared
Anyone who visited Club Chemistry in Canterbury on 5th, 6th or 7th March is urged to receive treatment.
Wednesday 18th March 2026
Health
Controversial plans for new private health centre are refused
The proposal was developed in collaboration with health professionals from the RUH in Bath.
Thursday 19th March 2026
Local social workers set to strike after industrial action is reinstated
Team managers and deputy team managers in children’s social care will take strike action this Thursday.
Wednesday 18th March 2026
Politics
Council presses on with latest Local Plan after record response
The council said the exercise prompted the highest level of engagement it has ever seen.
Monday 23rd March 2026
First phase of works to improve route along River Avon completed
The Bath River Line project will create a 10km linear park that links riverside spaces across the city.
Friday 20th March 2026
What's On
Village to stage first community fair to showcase clubs and activities
The first ever Bitton Community Fair will be held on Saturday 18th April at St Mary’s Church.
Monday 23rd March 2026
More than 100 classes set to enter the Keynsham Spring Show
It will be held at Keynsham Scout HQ and Keynsham Girlguiding HQ at Ashton Way in the town centre.
Friday 20th March 2026
Sport
How Bath look after players and their families makes van Graan proud
Van Graan emphasised the need for clubs such as Bath Rugby to look after players.
Tuesday 24th March 2026
Grim case of deja vu for Way as Bath fire beleaguered manager
The 46-year-old had masterminded only one victory in his final 15 league matches at the helm.
Monday 23rd March 2026