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UK Government plans police overhaul but devolution of powers ruled out

Tuesday, January 27, 2026Tuesday, January 27, 2026

There is no clear indication of Gwent Police’s future following the announcement of what’s been dubbed the biggest reform of policing in 60 years. 

Council to weigh up proposal for HMO conversion

Monday, January 26, 2026Monday, January 26, 2026

New plans submitted by applicant Oliver Dean set out proposals for “minor internal alterations” at 98 Queen’s Road.

Green light for nine new flats in former pub

Monday, January 26, 2026Monday, January 26, 2026

A former pub in Cefn Hengoed can be converted into new homes, council planners have agreed.

Office proposal for town’s former GP surgery

Monday, January 26, 2026

The North Celynen Medical Centre closed its branch on Ashfield Road late last year and moved services into its main centre, in Crumlin.

Man jailed 28 years after sexually assaulting 13-year-old following DNA breakthrough

Monday, January 26, 2026Monday, January 26, 2026

Richard Downey, who was 26 when he attacked the school girl near Wyllie in September 1997, has finally been brought to justice.

Storm Chandra set to hit south Wales with heavy rain and strong winds

Monday, January 26, 2026

Storm Chandra is expected to bring a spell of severe weather to south Wales, including Caerphilly County Borough, from Monday afternoon through to Tuesday, according to the Met Office.

New visiting rules at hospital following ‘significant increase’ in norovirus cases

Monday, January 26, 2026Monday, January 26, 2026

New visiting rules have been introduced at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr following a “significant increase” in norovirus cases.

Share of £1.5m for community groups that ‘make a real impact’

Friday, January 23, 2026Friday, January 23, 2026

The UK Government’s Pride in Place Impact Fund will support a wide range of recipients ranging from rugby and tennis clubs to churches and wellbeing groups.

Schools’ private finance deal has cost council £91m to date

Friday, January 23, 2026Friday, January 23, 2026

As part of the deal, the council agreed a 30-year contract for maintenance, catering and cleaning at the two sites, which was due to run until 2032.

Talks ‘progressing’ on future of mothballed Llancaiach Fawr

Friday, January 23, 2026Friday, January 23, 2026

Plans to reopen Llancaiach Fawr with new operators are “progressing”, as talks continue behind closed doors.

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Latest News

  • Gwent Police officer
    UK Government plans police overhaul but devolution of powers ruled outTuesday, January 27, 2026
  • 98 Queen's Road (left), Elliot's Town, pictured in July 2025
    Council to weigh up proposal for HMO conversionMonday, January 26, 2026
  • The Cross Keys Inn, Cefn Hengoed, pictured in June 2025
    Green light for nine new flats in former pubMonday, January 26, 2026
  • The North Celynen Practice branch on Ashfield Road, Newbridge, pictured in May 2021
    Office proposal for town’s former GP surgeryMonday, January 26, 2026
  • Richard Downey
    Man jailed 28 years after sexually assaulting 13-year-old following DNA breakthroughMonday, January 26, 2026
  • Storm Chandra set to hit south Wales with heavy rain and strong windsMonday, January 26, 2026

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