Cabinet members have agreed to start the paperwork on a compulsory purchase order for the land alongside the A469, but would prefer to negotiate a deal.
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Welsh greyhound racing ban backed by Senedd Members
The last remaining greyhound racing track in Wales faces closure after plans to ban the sport were approved.
Police investigating after car and bank cards stolen in burglary
A car and bank cards went missing following a burglary on Blackwood Road, Pontllanfraith earlier this month.
Thumbs up for new padel court at empty industrial unit
The unit will feature a padel court, check-in kiosk and lounge area – and players will book sessions using an online system.
Brass band earns chance to represent Wales on national stage
Markham and District Band have secured their place at the prestigious National Brass Band Finals in York this September.
Risca could lose a council seat under latest boundary review
The Democracy and Boundary Commission Cymru has published its final recommendations for changes to the borough’s wards.
By-election could be on cards following councillor’s resignation
A by-election could be called in Rogerstone following the resignation of a Newport city councillor.
‘Historic milestone’: Senedd backs British Sign Language bill
The BSL bill – introduced by Conservative Mark Isherwood – will end Wales’ status as the only UK nation without specific sign language protections.
Woman to walk length of Hadrian’s Wall in father’s memory to raise money for charity
An Abercarn woman will embark on a journey like no other this August- an 84-mile walk across Hadrian’s Wall in memory of her dad, Peter, who passed away last year with cancer.
New flatter route confirmed for this year’s Caerphilly 10k
Ahead of this year’s edition, the course has been redesigned to give runners a more consistent route, reducing elevation by 14.29% compared to 2025.