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Cwmbran High School pupils to perform Legally Blonde The Musical JR
Pupils at Cwmbran High School are stepping into the spotlight as they prepare to perform Legally Blonde The Musical JR. The show will…
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Learn traditional woodcraft in Cwmbran’s Blaen Brân Community Woodland
A group of volunteers in Upper Cwmbran are inviting people to pick up traditional tools and learn ‘the joy of crafting with fresh,…
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Get ready to get messy – Henllys PTA launches colourful fundraiser open to everyone
Henllys Church in Wales Primary School is inviting the whole community to lace up their trainers and take part in a fun Colour…
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Greenmeadow Primary School invites families to a fun‑packed Summer Fair
Greenmeadow Primary School is gearing up for a lively afternoon of games and music as the Friends of Greenmeadow PTA host their Summer…
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Cwmbran Celtic Walking Football Club hunt for a new 65+ goalkeeper
Are you aged 65+ with a sense of humour and fancy playing football again? Cwmbran Celtic Walking Football Club is searching for a…
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Castell y Bwch calls for school uniform donations ahead of community swap day
The Castell y Bwch pub in Henllys is asking local families to dig out any outgrown or unneeded school uniforms to help stock…
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Cwmbran mum turns to baking for calm and now helps others do the same
A Cwmbran woman who turned to baking to relax after her “world was turned upside down” has started a free online group to…
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Wales’ new finance minister announces first supplementary budget for 2026/27
The new Welsh Government has unveiled its first supplementary budget for 2026/27. A supplementary budget allows in-year adjustments and new spending allocations to…
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Wales’ new minister for government effectiveness quizzed on plans for constitutional reform
Renewing trust in the government and constitutional reform are key priorities for Wales’ new minister for government effectiveness. Dafydd Trystan Davies, who was…
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First Minister quizzed on further devolution, budget decisions, and misinformation in FMQs
Rhun ap Iorwerth fielded questions on further devolution, budget decisions, and misinformation, at this week’s First Minister’s Questions. Mr ap Iorwerth also answered…
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Llantarnam voters head to the ballot box this week
TORFAEN: Comments from some candidates contesting borough council by-election. v.1
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Local author finishes third Time‑Travelling Estate Agent book – and wants to sponsor a Cwmbran team
A local author wants to sponsor a Cwmbran sports or activity team for adults. I met Dale Bradford last week for a coffee…
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Congress Theatre in Cwmbran: What’s on during July 2026
Check out what’s coming up at the Congress Theatre in Cwmbran during July 2026. Scroll down to see the shows, a quick description…
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Senedd members agree motion to create a register for lobbyists
Calls for a new statutory lobbyists register have been backed in the Senedd. A motion, put forward by Reform UK’s Llŷr Powell, was…
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Senedd members walk out following contribution made by Reform MS
Comments made by a Reform MS led to a walkout in the Senedd during a debate on the Welsh Government’s international spending. A…
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Wales’ new minister for culture and sport sets out priorities for the next Senedd term
Culture and sport “are not a nice to have – they are part of the solution to creating a healthier, more prosperous society”,…
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Wales’ new minister for the constitution quizzed on government’s plans for further devolution and independence
Wales needs more say over justice, policing, and rail investment, the new constitution minister has said. Plaid Cymru’s Dafydd Trystan Davies faced questions…
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New Senedd committees confirmed – What are they and what are their responsibilities?
The new Senedd committees have been decided, meaning detailed scrutiny of the Welsh Government’s decisions can begin. The titles, remits, and which party…
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School Admissions 2027: Key dates for Torfaen families
Torfaen Council has published the key application dates for nursery, reception and secondary school admissions for children starting in 2027. Parents and carers…
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Former Wrexham and Swansea City player Lee Trundle signs for Cwmbran Town
49-year-old Lee Trundle has signed for Cwmbran Town FC after a long career where he built a cult following thanks to his skills…
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