It is “a matter of time before a child is hurt or killed by a car” near two primary schools in Pengam, a concerned resident has warned.
Author: Nicholas Thomas - Local Democracy Reporting Service
Council car park charges set to rise
The council agreed to raise prices for its pay-and-display car parks as part of this year’s budget-setting process.
City council HQ branded ‘not fit for purpose’ with some areas ‘totally abandoned’
Public services in Newport could benefit from the city council moving to a new headquarters, a councillor believes.
Residents could see positive changes to city centre ‘in just a few months’
Plans for a “new era” of prosperity in Newport city centre have been largely welcomed by councillors.
Plans for three-weekly bin collections mean ‘people will have to recycle more’
Bin collections across Caerphilly County Borough could move to a three-weekly service, in the council’s latest plans to encourage more recycling.
Former soldier’s new home plan meets reluctant opposition
A former soldier’s hopes of building a new home in Fleur de Lis have met reluctant opposition from councillors.
Parking pressures not enough to stop HMO bid for ‘very narrow’ street
Plans for a HMO conversion in a “very narrow” Bargoed street have been approved amid warnings the neighbourhood is “already highly congested” with parked cars.
‘Professional and positive’ adult care staff win inspectors’ praise
In their report, the inspectors commended the department’s “effective” leadership and said staff show a “strong commitment to providing high-quality care and support”.
How Newport plans to usher in a ‘new era’ of prosperity for city centre
Newport’s residents and visitors can look forward to a “new era” for the city, with fewer empty buildings, a “booming” events calendar, and a celebration of heritage snaking alongside the River Usk.
Hopes for extension of fund which brought £32m ‘positive impact’ to city
Senior councillors and volunteer groups in Newport hope post-Brexit funding for local authorities will continue in future, after the city received more than £32 million towards various projects.