Local politicians have hailed the decision made by Natural Resources Wales to reject a permit application for a waste plant at Nine Mile Point Industrial Estate.
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Appeal for witnesses after Oakdale man killed in Croespenmaen car crash
Police are appealing for information after a man from Oakdale died in a single-car crash in Croespenmaen this morning, Tuesday January 10.
Projects can get slice of seized cash, says Gwent PCC
Community projects are being urged to apply to the Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent to get a share of around £250,000 seized from criminals.
Proposed Cwmfelinfach waste plant has permit refused over health fears
Natural Resources Wales has turned down a permit application for a waste plant in Cwmfelinfach after raising concerns over the future health of local residents.
Sir Tom Jones to mentor Blackwood duo on The Voice after successful blind audition
A musical duo from Blackwood have made it through the first round of auditions on talent show The Voice UK, and will be mentored through the process by Welsh singing legend Sir Tom Jones.
Bedwas Junior School pupils awarded second environmental Green Flag
Pupils from Bedwas Junior School have successfully achieved their second Green Flag award in recognition of their environmental efforts.
Newbridge care home manager wins annual award
A care home manager has won a prestigious award for her dedication to caring for older people.
Gwent Police appoints new deputy chief
Gwent Police has appointed a new Deputy Chief Constable.
Over 350 local businesses benefit from funding scheme boost
More than 5,600 businesses have been launched by jobseekers across Wales in the past five years with the support of a scheme designed to boost innovation.
Christmas tree damaged by vandals in Bargoed
Vandals have damaged Bargoed’s new reusable Christmas tree.