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HMO plans turned down over flood risk

Thursday, April 2, 2026Thursday, April 2, 2026

A council report shows the application drew six objections during a recent public consultation period, with concerns including antisocial behaviour, noise and disruption.

Fire engines from south Wales donated to war-torn Ukraine

Thursday, April 2, 2026Thursday, April 2, 2026

Eight fire engines from south Wales are being donated to firefighters in war-torn Ukraine, as part of South Wales Fire and Rescue’s vehicle replacement programme.

Family home extension approved despite neighbour objections

Thursday, April 2, 2026Thursday, April 2, 2026

Councillors have backed a family’s extension plan for their Coedkernew home despite dozens of neighbour objections.

One week to go for election hopefuls to submit their nomination papers

Thursday, April 2, 2026

Senedd election hopefuls for the Blaenau Gwent Caerffili Rhymni constituency have a week to get their nomination papers in to Caerphilly Council.

New pre-loved shop supporting adults with learning disabilities into work

Thursday, April 2, 2026Thursday, April 2, 2026

A new community shop in Pontllanfraith is helping adults with learning disabilities gain valuable work experience and build confidence on their journey into employment.

Ambulance response times improve across Gwent

Thursday, April 2, 2026Thursday, April 2, 2026

Ambulance response times across Gwent have shown an improvement in latest figures published. 

Wales Green Party ready to be ‘kingmakers’ in Senedd election

Thursday, April 2, 2026Thursday, April 2, 2026

The Wales Green Party are ready to be “kingmakers” at this year’s Senedd election, its leader Anthony Slaughter said as the party launched its campaign.

HMO approved after being branded ‘neither wanted nor desirable’

Wednesday, April 1, 2026Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Local opposition has failed to stop planning permission for a new HMO in Newport’s St Julians neighbourhood.

Bargoed Spring Fair brings 2,250 visitors to town

Wednesday, April 1, 2026Wednesday, April 1, 2026

More than 2,250 visitors came to Bargoed as the town hosted its spring fair on Saturday March 21.The fair brought a range of food and drink, craft stalls, and entertainment to the…

Villagers bemoan ‘Wild West’ road issues and relentless lorry traffic

Wednesday, April 1, 2026Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Residents say relentless HGV traffic poses a constant nuisance in their village – with cars damaged, round-the-clock noise, and pollution.

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