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Solar panels approved in Cwmbran hospital car park
A PLAN to place solar panels in the car park of Gwent’s biggest hospital that was criticised by a politician has been approved. …
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‘Noise and disturbance’- Application for three new units on Cwmbran estate refused
PLANS for three new units at an industrial estate have been refused as they would have caused “noise and disturbance” to residential neighbours. …
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Torfaen Sea Cadets and Royal Marine Cadets hold open day to recruit new members
Torfaen Sea Cadets and Royal Marines Cadets are holding an open evening in Cwmbran to encourage young people to join the unit. The…
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Phone box taken by ‘mistake’ in Cwmbran and returned to community council
A disused phone box in Llanyrafon that was reported as stolen shortly after being dismantled has been returned. The former BT box in…
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Cwmbran coffee shop starts collection for All Creatures Great and Small
A Cwmbran coffee shop has launched a community collection to support All Creatures Great and Small, the animal sanctuary and adoption centre charity…
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Health Board reminds holidaymakers about Winter sun safety
As many people jet off in search of winter sunshine or snowy mountain escapes, Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is reminding travellers to…
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Dogs Trust shares the doggy soulmates looking for homes together across Wales
This Valentine’s Day, Dogs Trust is playing matchmaker for four inseparable pairs of pooches who simply can’t imagine life without one another. These devoted duos have built…
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RSPCA and MONOPOLY GO! team up for Valentine’s Day
The RSPCA and MONOPOLY GO! are celebrating pets who love to play this St. Valentine’s Day – as part of a unique collaboration…
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Police working with council on area for off-road bikes in Gwent
POLICE are working with a council to establish an authorised area for off-road bikes in Gwent. Tackling illegal and anti-social off-roading is a priority for…
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Fairhill Methodist Church to host free Pancake Day event
Residents are being invited to enjoy a warm welcome, a free hot drink, and a freshly made pancake as Fairhill Methodist Church prepares…
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Secondary pupils swap classroom for the council in ‘Takeover Day’
A group of secondary school pupils swapped their classrooms for the boardroom this week as part of the council’s third Young People’s Takeover…
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Amateur boxing show in Cwmbran
Cwmbran Amateur Boxing Club will showcase some of the area’s top talent at its Night of Boxing event on Friday 20 February 2026.…
Keep readingCosta Cwmbran joins Chatty Cafe scheme
Costa Coffee in the town centre is taking part in the national Chatty Cafe scheme, offering a weekly ‘Chatter & Natter’ table to…
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Dogs in Bannau Brycheiniog allowed to poo ‘wherever’ they like, committee told
CONCERNS have been raised that visitors to Bannau Brycheiniog are allowing their dogs to poo “wherever” they like. The problem was brought up…
Keep readingPolice chief: 6.99% Gwent Police budget increase would have maintained force improvements
GWENT’S police chief has said a 6.99 per cent funding increase rejected by an independent panel would have helped the force maintain improvements. Local taxpayers would have been required to meet…
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New ‘eco-homes’ estate approved in Cwmbran
PLANS for a new estate of ‘eco-homes’ have been approved at the third time of asking despite the concerns of councillors. Planning committee…
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First women’s walking football tournament in Cwmbran
The first women’s walking football tournament in Cwmbran took place on Saturday 31 January 2026. It was organised by Cwmbran Celtic Walking Football…
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REVIEW: The Lakeside Cafe at Llandegfedd
My head is usually buried in a newspaper, magazine, phone or laptop, so I rarely choose places to eat for the view. I…
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Cwmbran Padel player defies sight loss to represent Wales
A 74-year-old international padel player from Cwmbran is proving that sight loss doesn’t have to mean giving up on sport – and he’s…
Keep readingGwent 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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