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The tree was removed by Bath & North East Somerset Council on Wednesday 19th November. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Couple say they are “very lucky” after tree comes down in city centre
The tree was cut up into sections, which were then lifted out of the narrow pedestrian street with a crane.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The tree was removed by Bath & North East Somerset Council on Wednesday 19th November. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Magistrates remanded him on unconditional bail until 17th December, when he will be sentenced. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/t...
Bath teenager admits various offences including carrying a knife
The 18-year-old admitted to being in possession of cannabis and having a bladed article.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Magistrates remanded him on unconditional bail until 17th December, when he will be sentenced. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/t...
The new four-bed house will replace a go-kart-style racetrack in the garden of Grove House at Englishcombe Road. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Approval given for self-build detached house to replace racetrack
The new four-bed house will replace a go-kart-style racetrack in the garden of a property in Englishcombe.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The new four-bed house will replace a go-kart-style racetrack in the garden of Grove House at Englishcombe Road. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
“This is an exciting opportunity for someone to work with us to bring this great pub in Kelston back to life" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
Popular village pub on outskirts of Bath suddenly closes its doors
According to Butcombe’s website, The Old Crown Inn is one of its tenanted pubs.
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November 25, 2025 at 2:00 PM
“This is an exciting opportunity for someone to work with us to bring this great pub in Kelston back to life" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
Reverend Chantal Mason, Acting Rector of Bath Abbey, has thanked everyone who has contributed so far. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Abbey unveils updated window design as appeal passes £33,000
The Abbey is aiming to raise £90,000 for the project, and is encouraging further community support.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Reverend Chantal Mason, Acting Rector of Bath Abbey, has thanked everyone who has contributed so far. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Curo is proposing to include the land which contains the garage block on Lansdown Crescent to improve views. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Curo reveals plans for more than 50 homes in village near Bath
The neighbourhood is proposed on land by Lansdown Crescent, a site already allocated for development.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
Curo is proposing to include the land which contains the garage block on Lansdown Crescent to improve views. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
The court heard that Attinger has three separate fines accounts with the courts and owes more than £4,000. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/w...
Woman with string of convictions is fined for stealing beauty items
Attinger appeared in court on Monday 17th November charged with theft from Sally Beauty in Bath.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The court heard that Attinger has three separate fines accounts with the courts and owes more than £4,000. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/w...
The plans will see 96 homes built in two blocks of flats on Green Park Road Car Park, as part of the Bath Quays North project. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Council’s proposed development will feature no affordable housing
The plans will see 96 homes built in two blocks of flats on Green Park Road Car Park.
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November 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The plans will see 96 homes built in two blocks of flats on Green Park Road Car Park, as part of the Bath Quays North project. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
The land at Locksbrook Road currently comprises the council’s street cleansing depot and an adjoining car park used by VW. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
Council still awaiting permit to operate Locksbrook recycling Centre
A number of businesses in the area have publicly opposed the scheme, including Bath Spa University.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The land at Locksbrook Road currently comprises the council’s street cleansing depot and an adjoining car park used by VW. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/politic...
The retailer said it would work with the council, which owns the Stall Street premises, on its future use. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
Options open for future of Stall Street M&S store ahead of move
The relocation to SouthGate shopping centre was announced in July 2024 and is costing £17 million.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The retailer said it would work with the council, which owns the Stall Street premises, on its future use. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
The report highlights that Larkhall is the only substantial commercial and service centre on the east side of Bath. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Fears that Residents’ Parking Zone would ‘damage’ Larkhall village
84.2% of respondents stated that the RPZ proposed by B&NES Council would make life in Larkhall worse.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The report highlights that Larkhall is the only substantial commercial and service centre on the east side of Bath. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The donation was made by Bath & North East Somerset Council through the Recycling of Metals Scheme. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Haycombe Cemetery donation supports families affected by cancer
The Ben Saunders Foundation will use the money to cover the 2026 bills for one of its retreat holiday lodges.
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November 21, 2025 at 2:00 PM
The donation was made by Bath & North East Somerset Council through the Recycling of Metals Scheme. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
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November 21, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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The appliance bay doors are not wide enough for modern fire engines, which compromises response times and safety. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Bath fire station demolition given green light by planning committee
The planning committee voted unanimously to approve the replacement station on Bathwick Street.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The appliance bay doors are not wide enough for modern fire engines, which compromises response times and safety. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The trial aims to understand how aerosols are currently disposed of in homes across the area. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
New campaign encourages residents to recycle empty aerosols
The trial aims to understand how aerosols are currently disposed of in homes across the area.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:30 PM
The trial aims to understand how aerosols are currently disposed of in homes across the area. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
The decision came just days after the council called for tougher powers to stop “family homes” being turned into HMOs. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Firm starts appeal after councillors refuse shared house application
The planning committee unanimously rejected Rivers Birtwell’s plans, against the advice of their officers.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
The decision came just days after the council called for tougher powers to stop “family homes” being turned into HMOs. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Prior to the collision, a number of witnesses had seen the Land Rover weaving across the road. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...
Drug-driver caused ‘catastrophic injuries’ to woman in head-on crash
Button had been driving a Land Rover when he ploughed into the car being driven by Ms Waddell.
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November 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Prior to the collision, a number of witnesses had seen the Land Rover weaving across the road. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...
Applications were previously invited from potential retail partners interested in running a branch. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
Post Office continues to search for a new outlet in Oldfield Park
Applications were previously invited from potential retail partners interested in running a branch.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Applications were previously invited from potential retail partners interested in running a branch. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
One building would accommodate two one-bedroom flats, and the other would be a one-bed detached property. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Three one-bed homes being proposed on brownfield site in city
Two new buildings are being proposed on land at the rear of Thornbank Place.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
One building would accommodate two one-bedroom flats, and the other would be a one-bed detached property. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
Simmerson is accused of stealing £232 worth of clothing and food from Marks & Spencer in the city on 10th September. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/f...
Five warrants without bail are issued after no-shows at Bath court
Five people who were due to appear in court on Monday failed to show up, with warrants being issued.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Simmerson is accused of stealing £232 worth of clothing and food from Marks & Spencer in the city on 10th September. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/f...
Independent women’s clothing company Busby & Fox is opening a shop in the street. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
Two new shops opening in Bath’s Broad Street as another closes
Gieves & Hawkes and Busby & Fox will soon be opening their doors on Broad Street.
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November 19, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Independent women’s clothing company Busby & Fox is opening a shop in the street. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
The upgrade has significantly improved the ability to treat sewage and safeguard nearby watercourses, including the River Avon. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
£17m upgrade of Keynsham’s sewage treatment site as town expands
The upgrade has significantly improved the ability to treat sewage and safeguard nearby watercourses.
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November 18, 2025 at 4:06 PM
The upgrade has significantly improved the ability to treat sewage and safeguard nearby watercourses, including the River Avon. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...
The proposed upgrade includes two new rooftop antenna support poles, complete with radio antennas. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
5G telecoms base planned for roof of Beechen Cliff School in Bath
EE already has telecommunications equipment on the main roof of the building, providing 4G coverage.
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November 18, 2025 at 3:15 PM
The proposed upgrade includes two new rooftop antenna support poles, complete with radio antennas. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...
The court heard there were ongoing issues between the Lyons and the complainant. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Man hurled brick through ex-friend’s window in ‘revenge’ attack
In delivering their sentence, magistrates said the offence had been motivated by revenge.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The court heard there were ongoing issues between the Lyons and the complainant. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...
Funding has also been secured to install a raised table speed hump to enhance the proposed zebra crossing. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...
New crossing proposed at Marlborough Buildings to improve safety
Funding has also been secured to install a raised table speed hump.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:39 PM
Funding has also been secured to install a raised table speed hump to enhance the proposed zebra crossing. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...