The grade-II listed former Co-operative department store in Pontypool was listed for auction in December but sold privately in advance.
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Fund’s end could have ‘devastating effect’ on community safety
A councillor has said that losing roles funded by the Shared Prosperity Fund could have a “devastating effect” on community safety in Merthyr Tydfil.
Community groups receive share of £12k funding
The money comes fro the Co-Op’s Local Community Fund, which has funded nearly 40,000 projects across the UK since it began in 2016.
Christmas hampers delivered to residents in need thanks to campaign
The ‘Everyone Deserves a Christmas’ campaign has seen 50 festive hampers delivered to families most in need around the Upper Rhymney Valley.
Machen Women’s Institute brings festive cheer to with Christmas coffee cup topper
The project rounds off a successful year for the group, which just two years ago was on the brink due to dwindling membership.
The urgent mental health support available in Gwent this Christmas
The Christmas period isn’t always a joyful time, and Aneurin Bevan University Health Board wants local residents to know what urgent support services are available to them when they’re struggling with their mental health.
Welsh Ambulance Service unveils first fully-electric vehicles
The Welsh Ambulance Service has unveiled its first fully-electric vehicles as it looks to reduce its carbon footprint.
Approval sought for cafe conversion five years after work was carried out
Planning permission is being sought for a cafe conversion in Newport, five years after the work was carried out.
Three homes proposed for village’s ‘underused’ green plot
The terraced houses and off-street parking area is proposed for land between Duffryn Road and Llanarth Street, which is currently a grass-covered banking.
New play area and all-weather pitch approved for school
A Newport primary school is in line to receive a new play area and all-weather sports pitch after receiving council approval.