Weapons and drugs smuggler from village near Bath jailed for nine years
Bouncers ‘beat up’ man at Mumford & Sons gig in Bath, court hears
MP urges Government to ban children from having phones in school
Bath businesswomen launch modern design-led wellness brand
Plans for new SEND school and children’s care homes in Keynsham
Police highlight risks posed by illegal young drivers in villages near Bath
Business
Glamping pods plan for wedding guests at Priston Mill is refused
An application was submitted for four pods to cater for guests attending events at Priston Mill.
Friday 6th March 2026
Danish juice bar chain planning to open their second branch in Bath
Plans have been submitted to convert the vacant shop between Jolly’s and Waterstones.
Wednesday 4th March 2026
Community
Fundraising continues in memory of young doctor from Keynsham
More than £3,000 has already been pledged for Daniel’s CRUK Race Night, being held this Friday.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
City centre road temporarily closed after vault begins to collapse
St James’ Parade was closed to all traffic after significant cracks began to appear in the tarmac.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Crime
Coin collection among various items stolen in Twerton burglary
Personal items and a collection of coins were stolen from a property in Redland Park in Twerton.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
Man who repeatedly beat up Bath woman is given restraining order
The court was shown several images of the injuries Lee inflicted on the young woman.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
Education
Council meeting disrupted by protest over social care redundancies
Councillors were discussing a major restructure to the council’s children’s social care department.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
Plans submitted to turn Weston school campus into a private house
The building was a residential house until 1950, when it was converted to a nursing home and then school.
Wednesday 11th March 2026
Health
Locals being encouraged to visit mobile wellness van to quit smoking
The team will offer stop smoking support, health coaching and heart health check-ups.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Secondary students bring Winter Olympics fun to Keynsham care home
The students ran a variety of activities, from curling to ice hockey, giving residents the chance to join in.
Tuesday 10th March 2026
Politics
Bath MP reveals cost of new Fashion Museum is now £54 million
The MP revealed the latest figure for the Fashion Museum while speaking in the House of Commons.
Monday 9th March 2026
Work under way on latest city centre scheme to improve active travel
Work has begun on Upper Borough Walls, with the programme set to be completed by the end of 2026.
Monday 9th March 2026
What's On
Trailblazing Bishop to appear in conversation at Keynsham church
The event will feature an interview exploring Bishop Rose’s life, ministry and leadership, followed by a...
Monday 2nd March 2026
Popular Waiters’ Race to return ahead of Bath Restaurant Week 2026
The event will see waiting staff from venues across the city race around the curve of the Royal Crescent.
Monday 23rd February 2026
Sport
City Women recover from early shock to reach league cup semis
Bath City Women had to come from behind against struggling East Devon side Feniton.
Thursday 12th March 2026
Bath loanee Sweeten sets up clincher as Larks crash to Rockies
The Dorset side emerged 3-1 victors at the Camella Stadium to enhance their push for a place in Premier
Thursday 12th March 2026