Tennis club’s link with Weston primary school proves a smash hit
Residential plans revealed for church which closed after 220 years
Shoplifter banned from four Bath stores while he awaits sentence
Social care managers vote to go on strike due to recent pay changes
Last-gasp penalty hands Bath Uni first league win at Sandy Park
City suffer third successive call-off due to waterlogged pitches
Business
Council proposes raft of repairs at city centre homewares store
Due to water leaking in and maintenance issues, ceiling and lime plaster works are being proposed.
Monday 9th February 2026
New flagship M&S store opens its doors at SouthGate in Bath
All staff from the Stall Street branch have transferred to the new store in SouthGate.
Wednesday 4th February 2026
Community
Corston man convicted of 21 sexual offences against children
The 30-year-old from Corston had previously admitted 13 sexual offences against children.
Monday 9th February 2026
Tributes paid to D-Day veteran Stan Ford who has died aged 100
Mr Ford's wartime service and work honouring fallen comrades made him a much-loved figure.
Monday 9th February 2026
Crime
Driver who had no insurance or valid licence ordered to pay £1,391
Magistrates heard that he was of previous good character and was sorry for his “lapse of judgement”.
Tuesday 10th February 2026
21-year-old man is charged with three drugs offences in Bath
McIvor was remanded in custody to next appear at Bristol Crown Court.
Tuesday 10th February 2026
Education
Residents are asked to have say on plans for new School Streets
School Streets use short, timed vehicle restrictions at the start and end of the school day to cut
Friday 6th February 2026
King Edward’s to close Weston pre-prep as part of £3m junior move
The school has announced a £3 million project to bring its pre-prep and junior schools together.
Monday 26th January 2026
Health
Council-run care home is rated ‘Good’ following CQC inspection
The rating follows a recent inspection of the home, which has been run by B&NES Council since 2020.
Thursday 5th February 2026
Safety boost as Labyrinth renews £3k sponsorship of Bath Safe Bus
The renewed backing will help keep the Safe Bus operating every Friday and Saturday night.
Tuesday 3rd February 2026
Politics
Council set to spend £1.85m on hydroelectric power plant plans
The Pulteney Radial Gate has been deemed to be “at the end of its life”.
Tuesday 10th February 2026
Latest plans to increase size of Twerton HMO refused by planners
Bath & North East Somerset Council received 59 objections, with one comment of support.
Tuesday 10th 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
Avon concerned over fixture backlog after yet another call-off
Avon are concerned about their fixture backlog, with a raft of 1st XV games being postponed this season.
Wednesday 11th February 2026
Larkhall seniors rained off but Devs chalk up another big win
The Larks were due to visit struggling Mid Devon villagers Willand Rovers for a Division One South match.
Wednesday 11th February 2026