16-month ban for drink-driver who fell off his motorbike near Bath
Bath College unveils new early years suite and Norland bursary
Bath traffic warden was racially abused by driver, court hears
Request to turn Keynsham HMO into children’s care home is refused
Bath Rugby tight five for Harlequins clash entirely homegrown
Six-month road rebuild of Manvers Street in Bath set to begin in May
Business
Discount supermarkets fighting to build a store in Keynsham
Planning consultants for Lidl recently lodged an objection to Aldi’s proposed store on Bath Road.
Tuesday 14th April 2026
Bath Building Society sets new targets after finance charter pledge
The move formalises the society’s commitment to improving gender balance and expanding opportunities.
Tuesday 14th April 2026
Community
Woman dies after collapsing during visit to Weston retirement home
Ambulance crews attended, along with a critical care team from the Wiltshire and Bath Air Ambulance.
Thursday 16th April 2026
Plans to transform outside spaces at Assembly Rooms are approved
The scheme will complement the refurbishment and alteration work taking place at the heritage attraction.
Wednesday 15th April 2026
Crime
Warrant without bail issued for driver who caused serious injury
Henderson-Lyons had been driving in Oldfield Park when she caused serious injury to the victim.
Thursday 16th April 2026
Drug-dealer from Corston caught in city centre with 5kg of cannabis
Banks had been found in possession of 4,882 grams of the class B drug.
Thursday 16th April 2026
Education
Norland marks graduation day for nannies and degree students
The graduation events took place on 27th March and brought together students, families, friends and staff.
Tuesday 7th April 2026
Praise for Bath’s newest school following recent Ofsted inspection
Hambling View Independent School on Claverton Down Road caters for pupils with complex SEND.
Tuesday 7th April 2026
Health
Appeal lodged after plans for private health centre are refused
The refusal is said to be “inconsistent” with the approval of comparable development nearby.
Thursday 16th April 2026
Permission to turn Bath care home into accommodation for RUH staff
The conversion into seven apartments will require limited external alterations to the property.
Thursday 16th April 2026
Politics
Bath builder jailed after admitting £166,000 fraud against resident
Bryan Adams, 36, was sentenced at Bristol Crown Court to two years and six months in prison.
Wednesday 15th April 2026
Major £5 million road resurfacing work gets under way across Bath
Alongside the £5 million being spent on roads, the council is also putting £950,000 into resurfacing...
Tuesday 14th April 2026
What's On
Dyrham Park’s tulip display returns with art and spring events
The National Trust property near Bath will host “Tulip Mania” from Monday 13th April to Monday 4th May.
Wednesday 8th April 2026
Newbridge Arts Trail set to return with over 30 artists this May
Organisers say this year’s trail will include several new artists and makers alongside many familiar faces.
Tuesday 24th March 2026
Sport
Odd Down pipped after recovery threatens to hold up neighbours
The first half was a goal-fest, Bitton holding a 3-2 lead at the change of ends.
Thursday 16th April 2026
Walcot humbled in derby, Combe win yet again, Avon fall to Saints
Walcot’s derby humbling by Frome has effectively handed the Counties 1 Southern South title to Sherborne.
Thursday 16th April 2026