Bath Echo

Special day for Bath’s RUH as three cousins are born just hours apart Georgie said the family had joked about the babies arriving together, but never expected it to come true.

"It was so special seeing the cousins all together and being able to pop down the hall and see one another on the ward" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...

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.

The application said visitors to the countryside venue sometimes have functions over a number of days and late at night. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

Man must pay £600 in compensation for assaulting four police officers Officers found Snook in the road receiving treatment for a self-inflicted cut.

Snook deliberately spat at one of them and was placed in a spit hood as a result. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

Application to keep primary school’s temporary specialist classroom The Portakabin has been in situ at the school at Lympsham Green since 2019.

The Portakabin has been in situ at the school at Lympsham Green since 2019. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/educati...

Fire crews leave historic station for last time ahead of redevelopment Bath’s fire crews are now operating from a new temporary station just off the Lower Bristol Road.

For the next year and a half, crews will operate from a temporary fire station located just off the Lower Bristol Road. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/es/fire...

More bus electrification works being lined up at First’s Bath depot First has submitted an application for six steel gantries to house more electric vehicles at the site.

First has submitted an application for six steel gantries to house more electric vehicles at the depot. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

Conflict of interest issue halts Bath trial of police employee There were no other prosecutors at the magistrates’ court that day who could take over the case.

There were no other prosecutors at the magistrates’ court that day who could take over the case. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/c...

Plans submitted for five padel courts next to railway line at Bathampton Demand for padel facilities is growing, particularly for venues to accommodate quality coaching.

Demand for such facilities is said to be growing, particularly for venues to accommodate quality coaching. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

£20,000 reward offered in fresh appeal over Melanie Hall murder Crimestoppers has launched a new appeal for information into the unsolved murder of Melanie Hall.

Crimestoppers is offering a reward of up to £20,000 for information passed exclusively to the charity that leads to a conviction. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/2...

Thousands of people eligible in region for shingles jab haven’t had it Although shingles can occur at any age, the risk and severity of shingles and its complications increase with age.

Although shingles can occur at any time, the risk and severity of shingles and its complications increase with age. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/health/...

Crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Snow Hill sees two arrested Officers attended Berkeley House and a man and woman were arrested and taken into custody.

Officers attended Berkeley House and a man and woman were arrested and taken into custody. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/c...

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.

Plans have been submitted to convert the vacant shop between Jolly’s and Waterstones in Milsom Street. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...

51-year-old man faces charges including rape and sexual assault Evans also faces a charge of engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour dating from 2023.

Evans also faces another charge of engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour dating from 2023. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

BrewDog’s Bath branch closes following craft beer firm’s sale 38 bars have closed immediately this week following the sale of the brand to a US company.

The Bath branch in SouthGate and the branch in Baldwin Street in Bristol have closed. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/busines...

Fitness challenge set to raise vital funds for Bath Neonatal Unit Around 300 people take part in the Mad March Mile challenge each year, committing to a daily activity.

Participants can choose any activity, as long as it matches the time and effort of a mile run. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Woman hurled racial abuse at young police officer while drunk While undergoing a search in custody, Jarvis said she did not want the police officer's skin touching her.

While undergoing a search in custody, Jarvis had said she did not want the police officer’s skin touching her. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/w...

Bath Restaurant Week returns for second year to showcase venues Diners will be able to choose from 50 exclusive offers at a range of venues across Bath.

Diners will be able to choose from 50 exclusive offers, ranging from discounts and set menus to more playful ideas. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/bath-re...

Man sparked armed deployment after making threat to kill people Grant said he could not cope with being on the outside and preferred the walls of a prison.

Grant said he could not cope with being on the outside and preferred the walls of a prison. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

Fire service sees budget approved with £800,000 of savings due The extra income on the way will still leave the fire authority facing a £838,000 deficit from April.

A report to authority members said the extra income still left the authority facing a £838,000 deficit in the year from April. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/es/fire...

Vandals wreak havoc at Bath City Farm sparking police investigation A pond containing breeding newts as well as the play area at the farm were targeted by vandals.

“We know life is complex, and early adolescence in particular can be a confusing and pressured time at home" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

18 months of city centre disruption on the way due to roadworks Remedial works are anticipated to take place between spring and winter, with the final dates to be confirmed.

The council will be carrying out GPR and below-ground service and drainage surveys. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Man brandished baton at stranger on petrol station forecourt He also pleaded guilty to the two further charges of being in possession of offensive weapons in Peasedown.

Francis also pleaded guilty to the two further charges of being in possession of offensive weapons in Peasedown St John. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

Special Sycamore Gap tree sapling is planted in Bath’s Alice Park Named the “Tree of Life”, it has been dedicated to children and young people in the area.

Named the “Tree of Life”, it has been dedicated to children and young people who are living in care. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

32-year-old drug dealer is jailed for five years after pleading guilty Mulholland was arrested after patrolling officers witnessed him dealing drugs.

He was found in possession of crack cocaine, heroin, amphetamine and cannabis, as well as more than £4,000 in cash. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/d...

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 Q&A.

The event will feature a live interview exploring Bishop Rose’s life, ministry and leadership. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...

Decision over Whiteway HMO is deferred over data accuracy issue The planning officer at the meeting said calculations had been based on latest council data.

The planning officer at the meeting said calculations had been based on latest council data which should be accurate. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

Man charged with offences including robbery at Bath supermarket Murray was said to have been in possession of a screwdriver at the Sainsbury's store in Odd Down.

The criminal damage charge involves an allegation of spitting in the police vehicle after he was arrested. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/m...

Bath arts venue plans wins retrospective permission from council The change of use took place in 2024 but the applicant was unaware of the need to secure permission.

The change of use took place in 2024, but the applicant was unaware of the need to secure planning permission. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/plannin...

38-year-old woman admits stealing thousands from care home resident Yasmin knew it would catch up with her, but was “not in the right frame of mind” at the time to sort it out.

As activities coordinator at Newbridge Towers, Yasmin had been expected to safeguard the financial interests of a resident. www.bathecho.co.uk/news/crime/w...

Council acts over fears that tree loss could bring down Bath hillside The landowner denied their removal was part of “wholesale clearance” of the site.

“These trees form part of an amenity which those at the top end of Ivy Avenue have a right to" www.bathecho.co.uk/news/communi...