From Sunday June 1, single-use vapes will be banned across the whole of the UK to reduce the environmental harm caused by their production and incorrect disposal.
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Community hall gets new lease of life thanks to grant funding
Aber Valley YMCA has benefited from a £18,500 National Lottery grant to replace the floor in its hall, which it says will be “massive” for the community.
Health board wants to cover hospital car park with solar panels
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has unveiled plans to cover the near-300 space car park at the Grange Hospital in Cwmbran with a canopy of solar panels.
Town art exhibition showcasing quality of talent within the borough
Caerphilly’s annual art exhibition is open, and has already been described as a “great success” by those involved.
Decision to cut leisure centre opening hours is ‘not democracy’
Caerphilly County Borough Council is “acting like a dictatorship” by preventing further talks on the future of Cefn Fforest Leisure Centre.
Bar owner claims he is facing ‘prejudice’ in bid to open rooftop terrace
A Caerphilly brewery owner has alleged he is facing “prejudice” in his battle to open a rooftop terrace above his town-centre bar.
Two more arrests after burglary and M4 police chase crash
Two more arrests have been made after an M4 police chase following a burglary in Fair View, near Blackwood.
Hairdressers being trained to spot signs of skin cancer
NHS chiefs have made prevention and early intervention a key approach to tackling cancer rates across Gwent.
Bowls club wins booze sales bid despite noise worries
Members of Morgan Jones Bowling Club will be able to enjoy a drink inside the venue and on its veranda between midday and 9pm.
Health board reports best cancer performance – but still below national targets
Gwent’s NHS board has reported its best performance against cancer targets yet – but has still fallen short of national expectations.