£20m ‘Pride in Place’ boost for Twerton and Whiteway set to begin
Man sentenced for criminal damage and having an offensive weapon
‘Vintage style’ brasserie being proposed for popular city centre street
Bath MP visits city’s A&E department to celebrate “incredible” staff
Queen makes special visit to Bath to explore city’s arts and culture
School pupils benefit from rugby masterclass with Jonny Wilkinson
Business
Keynsham pub raises nearly £100,000 for charity in just one year
Operation Community Hamper began five years ago in a local kitchen and has grown into a vital community...
Monday 16th February 2026
New retail unit to be built at Walcot Service Station on London Road
The station already has a forecourt shop, and the new single-storey development will be at the rear corner.
Monday 16th February 2026
Community
City’s heritage said to bring in equivalent of £150 council tax rise
The Heritage Services department is projected to deliver the council a surplus of £13.3m in the next...
Wednesday 18th February 2026
Council awarded £800k for local bus network improvement study
The project will focus on improving bus infrastructure to enhance the reliability and efficiency of bus...
Tuesday 17th February 2026
Crime
CPS offers no evidence before start of teenagers’ assault trial
The victim was taken to the Royal United Hospital following the assault, suffering from blurred vision.
Wednesday 18th February 2026
Bath man is sent to Bristol Crown Court on GBH assault charge
Hallsworth is charged with unlawfully and maliciously causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
Tuesday 17th February 2026
Education
Access improvements at historic Prior Park College are approved
The Grade I Mansion House, which dates from 1748, is the main hub for the school.
Thursday 12th February 2026
Tennis club’s link with Weston primary school proves a smash hit
The club welcomes eight pupils for an hour-long fun coaching session once a week.
Wednesday 11th February 2026
Health
Spotlight on dementia at special information evening in Keynsham
The evening focused on improving understanding of dementia, and the affects it can have.
Friday 13th February 2026
Brothers urge men to get checked after prostate cancer surgery
David and Robert both had successful robotic surgery after being diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Thursday 12th February 2026
Politics
Council turns down controversial plans for eight-bed HMO in Bath
The three-storey end-of-terrace house has no off-street parking but is said to be in a sustainable location.
Monday 16th February 2026
Developer appeals over council’s failure to decide housing plans
The appeal has been submitted due to delays by the council deciding for or against the housing.
Friday 13th February 2026
What's On
Butcombe Brewing Co renews partnership with Bath Half event
Every Bath Half finisher will be handed a can of Goram IPA Zero at the end of the race.
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Two centuries of eye-catching poster art go on show in Bath
Highlights of the exhibition also include posters by Bath designers Clifford and Rosemary Ellis.
Thursday 29th January 2026
Sport
Way hails ‘really important point’ after Bowman’s last-gasp goal
Bowman netted in the seventh additional minute to earn the Romans a precious point.
Wednesday 18th February 2026
Walcot overwhelm bottom club, Combe extend run, Bath Ladies win
Walcot maintained top spot in Counties 1 Tribute Ale Southern South by dismantling bottom side Chippenham.
Wednesday 18th February 2026