Local News

Somerset Live - Bath

Bath Rugby beat Gloucester to the signing of rugby league star Regan Grace

Grace has signed a one year contract with the club with the option of a second

Bath Echo

Hotel plan for farm where council leader has holiday cottage business

The farm site in Mill Lane already has nine self-catering cottages and apartments.

Bath Echo

Police appeal after deliberate fire in Southdown forces people to flee

Two people were inside the house at the time, but managed to get out without being hurt.

Bath Echo

Station clock set to be returned after listed building works approved

During a site inspection, it was noticed that the gable on the building had become displaced.

Bath Echo

Deer reintroduced to Dyrham Park site following three-year gap

Twenty-six fallow deer from a privately owned estate have been released into the 270-acre site.

Somerset Live - Bath

Dangerous man with large kitchen knife stole cash from village shop

The victim, who was robbed at knifepoint by Ian Gant, said the incident "changed who I am"

Somerset Live - Bath

Bath Rugby announce superstar academy intake: England captain, Bath U18s league-winning skipper, schoolboy champion

"They have already showcased immense talent" sayd Bath head of rugby Johann van Graan

Bath Echo

Locals urged to stay safe near water as part of fire service campaign

Statistics show that 40% of people who accidentally drowned had no intention of entering the water.

Bath Echo

SouthGate Bath customers raise more than £9,000 for local charities

Initiatives including a selfie station, events and an onsite donation box have contributed to the funds.

Bath Echo

Air ambulance charity visited by Vice Chairwoman of B&NES Council

The charity, which is completely funded by donations, provides a critical care and air ambulance service.

Bath Echo

People encouraged to look out for voter packs ahead of PCC election

The deadline for receipt of postal votes in the upcoming election is 10pm on Thursday 2nd May.

Somerset Live - Bath

‘Pop-up restaurant’ could open at former abattoir in Bath

The plan is set to go for a licensing hearing

Somerset Live - Bath

Local club plans new 250-seater football stand — replacing current repurposed bike shed

Other recent planning applications include a plan to build 14 flats in a Somerset town, and plans to replace 37 windows on a historic building

Somerset Live - Bath

Bath Rugby confirm the signing of GB Rugby 7s winger

Bath head of rugby Johann van Graan said: 'I have seen some real talent in Austin Emens play'

Somerset Live - Bath

Home and car wrecked as people flee from fire

Both a white car and the home were 'significantly' damaged in the blaze

Bath Echo

Police cracking down on youths riding stolen bikes into Bath

Police say there are ongoing problems with youths coming into Bath on stolen bikes from Bristol.

Bath Echo

New £50 million Dyson Cancer Centre at the RUH opens its doors

The new centre will provide a cancer services hub for over 500,000 people in the South West.

Bath Echo

Brewery given green light for late-night opening on Wednesdays

Concerns had been raised by neighbours over the amount of noise coming from the brewery.

Bath Echo

Locals being invited to sign up for this year’s Circuit of Bath Walk

Currently in its 23rd year, the event is a 22-mile walk to raise money for Bath charity Julian House.

Bath Echo

Controversial LTN restriction gets under way at Sydney Road in Bath

Six bollards have been installed to stop drivers from using the residential streets as a cut-through.