Keynsham pub raises nearly £100,000 for charity in just one year
New retail unit to be built at Walcot Service Station on London Road
Bath woman found to be more than four times over drink-drive limit
Olympic glory for Bath-based skeleton aces Weston and Stoecker
De Glanville pledges future to Bath, Arundell sees red for England
Stunning try as Bath give hopes of PREM Cup semis spot a big boost
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
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
Special hockey match is held to honour former player Daniel
The friendly fixture on 1st February was held in memory of their former player Daniel Money.
Friday 13th February 2026
Crime
Second trial involving Bath woman collapses with no CPS evidence
It's the second time that Taylor has appeared in court with the CPS offering no evidence.
Thursday 12th February 2026
Shoplifter banned from four Bath stores while he awaits sentence
The 46-year-old had not met the Probation Service as required and committed further thefts.
Wednesday 11th 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
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
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
Politics
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
Watchdog group will review decision to keep traffic restrictions
The council’s scrutiny panel will meet at the Guildhall on Monday 23rd February.
Thursday 12th 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
Derby win leaves Bath’s de facto head of rugby Lilley ‘very proud’
Lilley has been given the reins for the current block of PREM Cup matches.
Monday 16th February 2026
Recent England stars to play for Bath in PREM Rugby Cup derby
The sold-out encounter will see the Blue, Black & White looking for a third consecutive victory.
Friday 13th February 2026