Council meeting disrupted by protest over social care redundancies
Man who repeatedly beat up Bath woman is given restraining order
Plans submitted to turn Weston school campus into a private house
Bath sex assault trial delayed over prison van’s late arrival to court
Fundraising continues in memory of young doctor from Keynsham
Hundreds of region’s fatal and serious collisions “entirely preventable”
Business
Glamping pods plan for wedding guests at Priston Mill is refused
An application was submitted for four pods to cater for guests attending events at Priston Mill.
Friday 6th March 2026
Danish juice bar chain planning to open their second branch in Bath
Plans have been submitted to convert the vacant shop between Jolly’s and Waterstones.
Wednesday 4th March 2026
Community
City centre road temporarily closed after vault begins to collapse
St James’ Parade was closed to all traffic after significant cracks began to appear in the tarmac.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Potential sites for solar farms and wind turbines spark alarm in village
More than 100 people attended a meeting last week, organised by a group of concerned residents.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Crime
Court bans pair from entering Bath after thefts from jewellery stores
As part of their bail conditions, Manea and the teenager must not enter the city of Bath.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Teen driver fled from police after ‘honest mistake’ on Bath roundabout
The 19-year-old was seen swerving across three lanes, and he sped away at around 60mph from police.
Monday 9th March 2026
Education
Secondary students bring Winter Olympics fun to Keynsham care home
The students ran a variety of activities, from curling to ice hockey, giving residents the chance to join in.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Application to keep primary school’s temporary specialist classroom
The Portakabin has been in situ at the school at Lympsham Green since 2019.
Friday 6th March 2026
Health
Locals being encouraged to visit mobile wellness van to quit smoking
The team will offer stop smoking support, health coaching and heart health check-ups.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Special visitors welcomed by staff and residents at Bath care home
Fudge, Splat and Woody spent around an hour moving through the home, mingling with residents and staff.
Monday 9th March 2026
Politics
Bath MP reveals cost of new Fashion Museum is now £54 million
The MP revealed the latest figure for the Fashion Museum while speaking in the House of Commons.
Monday 9th March 2026
Work under way on latest city centre scheme to improve active travel
Work has begun on Upper Borough Walls, with the programme set to be completed by the end of 2026.
Monday 9th March 2026
What's On
Trailblazing Bishop to appear in conversation at Keynsham church
The event will feature an interview exploring Bishop Rose’s life, ministry and leadership, followed by a...
Monday 2nd March 2026
Popular Waiters’ Race to return ahead of Bath Restaurant Week 2026
The event will see waiting staff from venues across the city race around the curve of the Royal Crescent.
Monday 23rd February 2026
Sport
Tillson sent off as Romans suffer disastrous home defeat
Tillson’s 89th-minute exit, for a second booking, paved the way for Boro bagging a 1-0 victory.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
Team Bath women’s 1s maintain cushion ahead of table-top tussle
A 15th-minute goal from Maria Gali handed the Buccaneers a 1-0 success.
Wednesday 11th March 2026