An 87-year-old woman is being treated for chest, hand and knee injuries after she was involved in a three-car crash in Pontllanfraith.Gwent Police said the collision happened at 8.23pm on Friday, July…
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Gas bottle in 4×4 explodes as fire crews called to deliberate fire in Phillipstown
A 4×4 was completely destroyed in Phillipstown, near New Tredegar, after a gas bottle exploded during a deliberate fire.The cylinder exploded just as a South Wales Fire and Rescue crew arrived from…
Man arrested on suspicion of drink-driving after crash on Newport Road, Bedwas
A 36-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of drink-driving after a two-car collision on Newport Road, Bedwas.Emergency services were called at around 11.30pm on Friday, July 29, after a crash between a…
Overwhelming support for Blackwood Little Theatre as it meets fundraising target
The future of a well-loved theatre in the heart of Blackwood has been secured after raising enough funds to repair its leaking roof.
Police impose ten-hour dispersal order in Newbridge following cricket club vandalism
Gwent Police has imposed a 10 hour dispersal order in Newbridge over the coming weekend, following recent reports of anti-social behaviour in the area and damage being caused to Newbridge Cricket Club.
Charity food drive sees over 6,000 items donated to Caerphilly Tesco stores
Food shoppers in Caerphilly have demonstrated their generosity by donating over 6,000 items of food at Tesco branches around the town.
Newbridge electronics firm welcomes local primary school pupils
A Newbridge electronics manufacturer opened its doors to two local primary schools recently in an effort to inspire the next generation of bright Welsh minds.
Paint recycling project celebrates second anniversary
A project which collects leftover paint from decorating and building projects and distributes it for community use, has celebrated its second anniversary.
Three youths rescued from Cefn Fforest roof
Three youths have been rescued by firefighters after getting stuck on a roof in Pencoed Avenue, Cefn Fforest.
Islywn MP demands action over Forces’ housing
Islwyn MP Chris Evans has said action is needed to improve accommodation provided to families of Armed Forces personnel after a damning report by the Public Accounts Committee exposed significant failures.