The Bath and North East Somerset Councillors for Peasedown St John, Gavin Heathcote and Karen Walker (Independents), will be holding their next Advice Surgery on Saturday 6th September, at Peasedown St John Community Library, located in The Hive Community Centre. It will be an opportunity for residents to discuss issues and any concerns they have about the community….
A continued decline in nitrogen dioxide concentrations and ongoing improvements in air quality across Bath and North East Somerset are evidenced in two new reports published today (August 26). The Bath Clean Air Zone (CAZ) Annual Report 2024 compares 2024 data with the 2019, pre-Covid pandemic baseline and shows average nitrogen dioxide (NO2) concentrations in the Clean Air…
Work is set to start on the makeover of vacant ground floor units in the centre of Keynsham, bringing them back into employment use. The units at Riverside Square and Temple Street, which are owned by the council, are being remodelled, refurbished and retrofitted with energy efficiency measures to create four new self-contained commercial units….
Young people living in the Somer Valley who have special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) and are looking for their first step on the career ladder are being encouraged to join a new Supported Internship being offered in Bath and North East Somerset. The Somer Valley Skills Pathway Supported Internship offers young people aged between…
Ever thought about volunteering in your spare time, but not sure where to start? Join 3SG at this year’s Volunteer Fair, which will be held at the Apex Hotel, Bath on Friday, 17th October, from11 am – 3 pm. The event, now in its third year, celebrates over 40 local charities and the amazing work that…
Businesses, organisations and community groups in Peasedown St John are being asked to ‘make a pledge for dementia’ – as part of a campaign to mark World Alzheimer’s Month this September. Since its launch in 2019, the Dementia Friendly Peasedown initiative has attracted support from across the community. More than 300 residents have taken part in a…
A church in Peasedown St John has launched a new brand-new initiative to support those in need. St John’s Anglican Church, which is part of the wider St J’s Group Benefice, aims to go the ‘extra mile’ with its ‘Good Neighbour Network’ – a volunteer led programme which aims to provide both practical and spiritual…
Bath & North East Somerset Council is appealing to dog owners to ensure their dogs are kept on leads in cemetery grounds for the safety of the public and the animals themselves. Following a number of complaints from residents about significant issues caused by dogs being allowed to run free, as well as dogs fouling…
This September, sites across Bath & North East Somerset will once again throw open their doors for Heritage Open Days, England’s largest festival of history and culture. Running from 12–21 September, the festival offers a rare opportunity to explore the area’s most fascinating buildings, landscapes, and stories — all completely free. The 10-day celebration features over 20 venues offering guided…
This weekend (16/17 August) marked a milestone for the Royal United Hospitals (RUH) Bath NHS Foundation Trust’s ambitions to be more energy efficient, with the delivery by crane of equipment that will help the hospital to upgrade its heating infrastructure. This marks a milestone for ‘Project Clean Heat’, which aims to make the RUH a…
