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Cleveland Pools future still uncertain as flood damage fully assessed Friday 20th February 2026

Aston Martin driver hit stationary cars while drunk, Bath court hears Friday 20th February 2026

Guildhall to host solidarity event marking four years of war in Ukraine Friday 20th February 2026

Praise for ‘highly-inclusive’ infant school in new-look Ofsted report Friday 20th February 2026

Council consults on plans for two proposed zebra crossings in Bath Friday 20th February 2026

Cleveland Pools future still uncertain as flood damage fully assessed

Cleveland Pools future still uncertain as flood damage fully assessed

Friday 20th February 2026
Aston Martin driver hit stationary cars while drunk, Bath court hears
Friday 20th February 2026

Aston Martin driver hit stationary cars while drunk, Bath court hears

Guildhall to host solidarity event marking four years of war in Ukraine
Friday 20th February 2026

Guildhall to host solidarity event marking four years of war in Ukraine

Praise for ‘highly-inclusive’ infant school in new-look Ofsted report
Friday 20th February 2026

Praise for ‘highly-inclusive’ infant school in new-look Ofsted report

Council consults on plans for two proposed zebra crossings in Bath
Friday 20th February 2026

Council consults on plans for two proposed zebra crossings in Bath

More proposals submitted to convert three-bed houses into HMOs
Friday 20th February 2026

More proposals submitted to convert three-bed houses into HMOs

Milestone for Carr-Smith in PREM Cup tie at star-studded Chiefs
Friday 20th February 2026

Milestone for Carr-Smith in PREM Cup tie at star-studded Chiefs

Business

‘Vintage style’ brasserie being proposed for popular city centre street

‘Vintage style’ brasserie being proposed for popular city centre street The Beagle on Gay Street will be a 58-seater restaurant in what was the Daisy & Bean Bakeshop. Thursday 19th February 2026

Keynsham pub raises nearly £100,000 for charity in just one year

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

Community

£20m ‘Pride in Place’ boost for Twerton and Whiteway set to begin

£20m ‘Pride in Place’ boost for Twerton and Whiteway set to begin Work to bring Pride in Place to life will begin with a series of community events running from 27th February. Thursday 19th February 2026

Bath MP visits city’s A&E department to celebrate “incredible” staff

Bath MP visits city’s A&E department to celebrate “incredible” staff This winter has seen an early and challenging flu season, alongside a prolonged cold snap after Christmas. Thursday 19th February 2026

Crime

Man sentenced for criminal damage and having an offensive weapon

Man sentenced for criminal damage and having an offensive weapon After damaging the door, Beer had been picked up by CCTV in the city centre. Thursday 19th February 2026

CPS offers no evidence before start of teenagers’ assault trial

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

Education

School pupils benefit from rugby masterclass with Jonny Wilkinson

School pupils benefit from rugby masterclass with Jonny Wilkinson The visit was arranged through the Global Rugby Players Foundation, of which Wilkinson is a founding member. Wednesday 18th February 2026

Access improvements at historic Prior Park College are approved

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

Health

Spotlight on dementia at special information evening in Keynsham

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

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 leader tells fellow councillor to ‘back off’ during cabinet meeting

Council leader tells fellow councillor to ‘back off’ during cabinet meeting Just 59 people had their say on the council's £193 million budget and the proposals to raise council tax. Thursday 19th February 2026

City’s heritage said to bring in equivalent of £150 council tax rise

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

What's On

Queen makes special visit to Bath to explore city’s arts and culture

Queen makes special visit to Bath to explore city’s arts and culture The Queen visited the Holburne Museum, the Theatre Royal Bath and Persephone Books. Wednesday 18th February 2026

Butcombe Brewing Co renews partnership with Bath Half event

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

Sport

Extending commitment to Bath was very special, says back row Hill

Extending commitment to Bath was very special, says back row Hill The 26-year-old back row has renewed his contract, making him the fourth player to put pen to paper this Friday 20th February 2026

Romans rout Stockwood to reach Somerset Women’s Junior Cup semis

Romans rout Stockwood to reach Somerset Women’s Junior Cup semis The Romans took control of the county-cup encounter in the first half, building up a 3-0 lead by the break. Friday 20th February 2026
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Cleveland Pools future still uncertain as flood damage fully assessed

Cleveland Pools future still uncertain as flood damage fully assessed

Friday 20th February 2026
Aston Martin driver hit stationary cars while drunk, Bath court hears

Aston Martin driver hit stationary cars while drunk, Bath court hears

Friday 20th February 2026
Guildhall to host solidarity event marking four years of war in Ukraine

Guildhall to host solidarity event marking four years of war in Ukraine

Friday 20th February 2026
Praise for ‘highly-inclusive’ infant school in new-look Ofsted report

Praise for ‘highly-inclusive’ infant school in new-look Ofsted report

Friday 20th February 2026
Council consults on plans for two proposed zebra crossings in Bath

Council consults on plans for two proposed zebra crossings in Bath

Friday 20th February 2026
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