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13 headlines in the last 24 hours from local newsrooms, the council and the police. The latest: “Bath Voice News: Museum leader joins BPT” from Bath Voice.

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Bath Voice News: Museum leader joins BPT
Bath Preservation Trust has appointed museum and heritage specialist Spencer Hancock as its first Chief Operating Officer.
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Bath Voice News: Overnight Visitor Levy moves closer in West
Plans for an Overnight Visitor Levy, sometimes called a ‘tourist tax’, have moved a step closer after the Government confirmed that mayors…
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Fringe 2027
Bath Fringe 2027 will run Friday May 28 – Sunday June 13
- e-connect 1 October
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Making merry & money!
Can you believe it?
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‘Safer, fairer access’ to Royal Victoria Park
Work gets underway this autumn on a package of walking, wheeling and cycling improvements in Royal Victoria Park aimed at … More
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Somerset’s Finest Military Cadets Receive Prestigious Honour
Four of Somerset’s finest military cadets have been appointed as Lord-Lieutenant cadets.The award is given to cadets who have excelled in…
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The Deep Read – Issue no.13
We celebrate National Poetry Day with historian Catherine Clarke, and Kate collates novels about tinkling the ivories...
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Top up your protection this winter
Top up your protection this winter by getting your flu vaccination if you are eligible.
- Bath Spa University to lead international research exploring creativity, movement and environmental change
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Announcing Mr B’s Charity of the Year: Read for Good
Mr B’s is incredibly excited and honoured to announce that we have chosen a new Charity of the Year – Read for Good.
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Community-owned pub fears new development would sound death knell
There are no rules to stop people who move into houses next to pubs from making noise complaints.
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Waitrose objects to Lidl’s plans to open a new store in Keynsham
The discount retailer wants to demolish the industrial units at the Jewson and Glenavon Timber Services site.
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Woman is sentenced at Bath court for three road rage incidents
Jackson was ordered to pay £500 compensation to the victim who she struck over the head with a hockey stick.
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Rent in Bath more expensive than Bristol for the first time ever
Bath and Bristol have the highest rents than any other major cities outside London
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Bath Voice Letters: October 2026
Inclusive Opportunities Every young person deserves the opportunity to build skills, gain confidence and prepare for the world of work.
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Bath Voice: New owners for Bath City FC
A new era has begun at Bath City FC after the club’s takeover by a new ownership group was officially completed alongside a…
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Bath Voice Sport: Padel courts approved
Padel courts are set to be built in Bath after winning planning approval.
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Cameron Redpath on Bath's semi-final defeat, Friday nights at The Rec and Scotland hopes
“We needed to be better in every aspect of our game, but we’re in a good spot now” - Cameron Redpath on welcoming Exeter back to the Rec…
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Five wins in a row for Bath City as Romans recover against Malvern Town
Substitutes Matt Bowman and Enzio Boldewijn scored their second goals in two games as Bath won 2-1