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Bath Chronicle (now weekly)

September 27, 2007

Bath Chronicle's first weekly edition hits the streets
New look unveiled as news team wait to see if readers take to the weekly habit

September 20, 2007

Chronicle 'looking forward not back' as switch from daily to weekly looms
Redesign and promotional drive under way as daily edition comes to an end

August 10, 2007

Western Daily Press to revive dedicated Bath edition
Four journalists to be set on to fill gap left when Bath Chronicle goes weekly

August 09, 2007

'Smallest paper' keeps one eye on developments in Bath
Midlands paper which survives on circulation of less than 10,000 has no plans to change

Bath Chronicle conversion team prepares for series of challenges
Editor reveals priorities as city's daily prepares for historic move to become weekly

August 02, 2007

Bath Chronicle to turn weekly
Speculation turns to fruition as daily paper makes the big switch

Rule Three: Never, Ever, Volunteer. For Anything.
Web editor Hugh Dixon reflects on the three basic rules in journalism - and how he fell foul of them

July 16, 2007

Editor's apology wins over Chronicle critics
Paper's prompt response, openness and willingness to publish letters criticising the title is praised

July 13, 2007

'Dull' teaching claim sparks backlash for city paper
Controversial press report draws apology from editor in 2,200-word column

July 06, 2007

Northcliffe snaps up 26 Trinity Mirror weeklies for £64m
Sale of south-east titles will affect more than 400 staff and boost circulation by 872,000

June 18, 2007

News group targets sports fans with network of new websites
Dedicated football and rugby team websites will aim to capitalise on papers' unique relationship with clubs

May 24, 2007

Strong first half of the year for Northcliffe owners DMGT
More than half the £159m operating profit came from outside group's printed titles

April 25, 2007

Wiltshire steps up to deputy editor at Bath
Internal promotion as successor to John McCready is chosen

April 02, 2007

Latest resolved complaints dealt with by the PCC
"Pagans don't like animal sacrifices", says reader - plus more from the PCC

March 19, 2007

Newsdesk embarks on running story - literally
Journalism trio are in training for long-distance races

March 09, 2007

Chronicle website shows it's a big noise in the city
Print/audio link-up gives an extra dimension to story

November 14, 2006

Chronicle petition attracts signatures from more people than buy the paper
Fight to keep rugby club in the city attracts strong response

November 08, 2006

Bath Chronicle moves to overnight production
Readers can now 'Wake up to the Chronicle' as paper begins printing at 5am

October 25, 2006

Reporter has a wheel of a time as a bus driver
Emma swaps her newsroom desk for a 36ft single decker bus

September 25, 2006

Paper's fight to save spiritual home of rugby club
Rallying call to Keep Rugby at the Rec launches stickers, posters, petition and more

September 21, 2006

Latest Northcliffe figures confirm tough year
Trading update shows ad revenues are down but group remains on target to make £45m annual saving

July 11, 2006

Independents Day launch by Chronicle
Key retail campaign aims to protect "the heart of Bath's unique appeal"

June 27, 2006

Death of dedicated former editor Bernard Edwards
Journalist had worked at the Bath Chronicle, Bucks Free Press and Midweek

June 06, 2006

Pride supplement celebrates 101 great citizens

May 25, 2006

850 leave Northcliffe as cost-saving moves kick in
Business report shows progress of £45m reduction plan - and half-yearly results

May 04, 2006

DMGT merges its digital businesses
Northcliffe Electronic Publishing and Associated New Ventures to become AN Digital

April 07, 2006

New regional editors for Northcliffe
Editorial directors add extra management layer as restructured company takes shape

March 27, 2006

Northcliffe to merge with Associated Newspapers
New company to use economies of scale to cut costs and boost online business

Northcliffe to sell Aberdeen newspapers for £105m
DC Thomson to buy Scottish business

March 15, 2006

£20m savings for Northcliffe in 'tough' trading conditions
Trading report issued - but no news yet on company's reorganisation

February 17, 2006

'No deal' on Northcliffe - regional newspapers to be retained by DMGT
"Bids did not fully reflect the long term value of the business"

February 07, 2006

Life-saving op journalist warns: 'Smoke and you die'
Writer has his voice box removed after smoking 15-a-day for 23 years

February 03, 2006

Tributes paid to popular former editor
Jack Brennen edited the Wiltshire Times and also worked for the Bath Chronicle

January 31, 2006

Speedy Chronicle hack Ruth Kelly avoids three points on her licence
Three points or a workshop for speed trap drivers...? Reporter Ruth chose the classroom option

January 20, 2006

Police praise paper's role in bringing sex attacker to justice
Chronicle's coverage prompted victim to come forward - and may have stopped further incidents

December 15, 2005

Big reshuffle to streamline Northcliffe's Western Newspapers
More changes in the Westcountry:

November 30, 2005

Bids invited for Northcliffe Newspapers
DMGT considering selling off its regional titles

November 18, 2005

Chronicle extends schools safety campaign
Picture editor comes up with latest plan to make kids safer

November 15, 2005

Health reporter's hospital stay provides new insight
Isolation ward stay helps journalist find the right words from her sickbed

November 07, 2005

Newspaper staff pick up 'Oscars'

October 20, 2005

Chronicle headline is double Dutch
Front-page thank you message is anything but plain English as paper says 'veel bedankt'

October 14, 2005

Chronicle's campaign cites 101 reasons to take Pride
First major initiative for new editor reflects "enthusiasm and energy" of readers

September 12, 2005

Drivers the target in Chronicle's safety push
New school year prompts push to improve road safety

September 01, 2005

Sports reporter and shorthand trainer Bill Hawkins has died
Cancer claims life of former Bath Chronicle journalist

August 30, 2005

Death of former Derby Evening Telegraph and WMN writer
June Lander also worked for the Bath Chronicle

August 15, 2005

Northcliffe the focus of national day of protest
Plans to make £20m-a-year savings for next two years prompt outcry from union members

July 29, 2005

West Midlands editor looks forward to new role in Bath
Sam Holliday tells of his "delight" at appointment and answers rumours over newspaper's future

July 28, 2005

New Bath Chronicle editor is named
Sam Holliday will join South West title in September

July 15, 2005

Latest resolved complaints dealt with by the PCC
Woman complains to PCC over reporters' actions - find out how this and other complaints were resolved

June 29, 2005

Cost reduction programme launched at Northcliffe
£20m savings a year sought in two-year project to focus on policies and processes

June 24, 2005

Sub-editor Abby is catapulted to stardom as she becomes a circus star
Journalist was attached to a bungee band and ricocheted all over the ring

June 20, 2005

55 per cent pass rate for Spring NCE
More than 150 reporters qualify as seniors - find out who they are and where they work

June 17, 2005

Gledhill leaves the Bath Chronicle
A successor is sought as editor steps down after 11 years

May 27, 2005

Northcliffe operating profit up £100,000
Advertising revenues rise but regional publisher sees a drop in revenue from recruitment and motors

May 20, 2005

22 publications in frame for South West media awards

March 22, 2005

Northcliffe 'continuing to perform well'
Trading update shows circulation and advertising revenues are ahead of last year

February 08, 2005

Incarcerated MD generates £850 for charity
Publishing boss back at his desk after being "arrested" by police

December 24, 2004

High-flying adventure gives Chronicle a boost

December 22, 2004

Chronicle editor to chair newspaper journalism board

December 02, 2004

Northcliffe profits top £100m

November 24, 2004

Family, friends and colleagues mourn Bath journalist

November 15, 2004

'Voice of the Chronicle'dies at 65

November 10, 2004

MP listens to paper's SOS

September 27, 2004

Editor Gledhill set for vice presidency role

September 16, 2004

End of year trading shows Northcliffe 'performing well'

September 02, 2004

Chronicle fights for funds to Support Our Schools

August 03, 2004

Online this is relaunch project complete

July 29, 2004

Ten-year-old yob named after reporter's intervention

July 26, 2004

Chronicle coverage sparks national media frenzy

July 06, 2004

Ten years at the top for Chronicle editor

June 23, 2004

Journalism exams record 55 per cent pass rate

June 11, 2004

Insight into life at the Chronicle

June 04, 2004

Profits rise at Northcliffe as circulation decline slows

May 19, 2004

Editor treads the boards in "nightmare" experience

May 12, 2004

Supporters' rivalry leads to a verbal pasting in the press

April 06, 2004

Newspaper staff celebrate at the 'Oscars'

March 22, 2004

Northcliffe 'performing well'- trading update

March 04, 2004

Euro tour hacks to report from all ten new member states

February 05, 2004

I was punched in the face - editor

January 26, 2004

Paper hits back at drink drive name-and-shame critics

January 15, 2004

Raft of new appointments among Northcliffe top brass

December 29, 2003

A life behind the lens revealed

December 04, 2003

Parental fears could halt festive pictures

October 08, 2003

Bath title boosts its coverage

October 02, 2003

Topless bar stunt girl joins the Chronicle

August 20, 2003

Chronicle scores legal victory in abduction case

July 16, 2003

Reporter mugged in busy street

July 02, 2003

Vehicle U-turn for historic city

May 27, 2003

Chron secures football shirt sponsorship deal

April 02, 2003

Race allegations against Chronicle are dropped

March 05, 2003

Tragedy brings the headlines too close for comfort

February 11, 2003

Chronicle backing helps fans get a result

January 15, 2003

Bedding down in the sports ground

November 29, 2002

Former reporter strips off for acting debut

November 27, 2002

Press Gang gets all the news

November 20, 2002

News in brief

October 26, 2002

Time to pull the plug?

September 27, 2002

News in brief

September 11, 2002

News in brief

September 07, 2002

Paul gets put through his paces

September 05, 2002

News in brief

July 29, 2002

From hot metal to computer wizardry

July 19, 2002

City FC's future is close to safety

July 17, 2002

All change over the past five decades

July 08, 2002

Getting the news out despite strike action

July 04, 2002

The Bath girls who gave Thursdays a lift

July 01, 2002

How Tina broke new ground among staff

June 21, 2002

People's time is our only real competitor

June 12, 2002

Chronicle Ale boost for anniversary celebration

May 14, 2002

Editors will reveal how to "Win them back"

May 11, 2002

Weekend of horror recorded over 24 pages

February 28, 2002

When a man called Bath wed a woman named Chronicle...

February 20, 2002

News in brief

January 25, 2002

Surprising results for Chronicle test

January 23, 2002

News in brief

Former Chronicle MD dies on holiday

October 25, 2001

Beehive becomes community focal point

October 09, 2001

Picture of human tragedy

October 03, 2001

Brian retires after 40 years at the Chronicle

October 01, 2001

Putting the past in focus

September 26, 2001

Death of Chronicle community correspondent

September 03, 2001

Bath danger drivers to be named and shamed

August 09, 2001

New machines will help Chronicle Keep It Clean

August 07, 2001

Chronicle helps in drink drive battle as figures drop

August 04, 2001

Literary first for Bath's Jessica

June 19, 2001

Chronicle still in poll position

June 06, 2001

Chronicle website hitsnew highs

May 22, 2001

Five decades of pictures for Brian

Flying the flag for Local Newspaper Week

April 03, 2001

Team scheme praised

March 19, 2001

All around the world

February 20, 2001

Desperate appeal for organ donors

January 04, 2001

Name and shame threat keeps drink-drivers off the roads

December 13, 2000

Top-level backing forKeep it Clean

November 28, 2000

Hooligan brought to book

November 10, 2000

Business backing to brighten Bath

October 13, 2000

Bath is beautiful

September 16, 2000

No fuel for Bristol journos
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September 09, 2000

Wed - thanks to their local paper

September 08, 2000

Former Chronicle girl is contest finalist

August 16, 2000

Seagull cull support

May 19, 2000

West of England award winners

May 18, 2000

Theatre treat for MS teenager

April 27, 2000

Chronicle campaign hits a nerve