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Gwent Police’s Chief Constable Mark Hobrough on police reforms
CHIEF constables of smaller forces will be worried about a takeover by larger neighbours under the government’s proposed police reforms, Gwent’s chief has said. However Chief Constable Mark Hobrough has…
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24 new ‘eco-houses’in Cwmbran recommended for approval
A plan for a new estate in Ty Canol of more than 20 “eco-houses” is being recommended for approval after two previous rejections.…
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Portraits of Wales’ oldest man by Sarah Cullen Photography
These are the best photos I’ve ever seen of Owen Filer. The character and personality of Wales’ oldest man were captured perfectly by…
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Review: Grease by West Monmouth School at the Congress Theatre
West Monmouth School’s three-night sell-out of Grease at the Congress Theatre will be remembered by every single member of the talented 90+ pupils…
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Kalamity to perform live at Cwmbran’s HMV store
Cwmbran’s HMV store is set to host a live performance by Kalamity, a three‑piece alt‑rock and hard‑rock band fronted by local musician Kaylene…
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Cwmbran trio qualify for the 2026 Junior European Snooker Championships
Three young Cwmbran snooker players have qualified for the 2026 Junior European Championships in Spain. The trio all play for Redz Snooker Club.…
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Cwmbran trio bring home medals from Algarve Box Cup
Three young boxers from Cwmbran have returned from Portugal with medals after competing in the prestigious Algarve Box Cup -and their club, Torfaen…
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Friends’ football match raises £395 for mental health charity Tidy Butt
A fun football match in Cwmbran between friends raised £395 for Tidy Butt, a local mental health charity. The annual game between ‘Croesy’…
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Cwmbran dancers selected to represent Wales at prestigious Blackpool festival
Two young dance pairs from Cwmbran’s Rhythmic Dance Academy have earned the honour of representing Wales at the upcoming Blackpool Junior Dance Festival…
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Pontypool teenager takes major step toward BTCC dream
An 18‑year‑old racing driver from Pontypool is preparing to make motorsport history as he moves closer to competing in the British Touring Car…
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Torfaen Council to contribute £35k for Bannau Brycheiniog levy
ALL external funding that comes to Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Authority – which includes the levy from its seven constituent council areas –…
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Reform UK choose Dan Thomas as Wales leader
REFORM UK sprang the first surprise of the 2026 Senedd election campaign when they unveiled a Gwent-born, former London councillor as its leader in…
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Safran Seats: Apprenticeship sessions to be held in Cwmbran
A global aviation manufacturer with a major base in Cwmbran is inviting young people to learn more about careers in the industry at…
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Red telephone box stolen in Cwmbran
This disused red phone box in Cwmbran has been stolen while contractors were dismantling it ahead of a planned move to a new…
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Extra funding to boost youth support, apprenticeships and ALN aervices
A BETTER than expected funding award from the Welsh Government has led to a proposed council tax rise being reduced. Torfaen Borough Council…
Keep readingFees and service charges for Torfaen’s temporary accommodation to increase
FEES and charges paid by people living in temporary accommodation for the homeless in Torfaen and rents at a Gypsy Traveller site are to increase. …
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Council buys new recycling centre site to help meet targets
A SITE for a new recycling centre to sort items collected at the kerbside has been purchased by a council struggling to meet…
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Planning error with new heating system at Big Pit
A NEW heating and ventilation system was installed at the Big Pit mining museum nearly two years ago without planning permission due to…
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Santander to close Cwmbran branch in May 2026
Santander has announced that its branch in Cwmbran town centre will permanently close on Wednesday 13 May 2026. The bank says it is…
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Kyokushinkai Karate: Morgan Mates wins two medals in New York
A Cwmbran teenager has returned from America with two trophies after competing in an international karate tournament. Morgan Mates, 17, flew to New…
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