Plans to merge two Newport primaries have taken a symbolic step forward after pupils helped choose the new school’s name.
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Mystery of pointed windows found during Caerphilly Indoor Market demolition solved
The mystery of whether an old chapel or church had been uncovered during demolition of Caerphilly’s old indoor market has been solved.
Air rifle range and burger restaurant proposed for industrial estate
The unit could become a “mixed-use leisure” space featuring an indoor range, a “burger restaurant and dessert cafe”, and a public gaming area.
Caerphilly Council must reconsider cat fouling complaint after High Court ruling
Caerphilly County Borough Council has been ordered to reconsider a resident’s complaint about repeated cat fouling in his garden after the High Court ruled the authority applied the law incorrectly.
Six-bed HMO proposed for ‘substantial’ city home
New proposals have been submitted to convert a five-bedroom house in Newport into a six-bed HMO (house in multiple occupation).
Offices near hospital could become flats for health workers
A property near Newport’s Royal Gwent Hospital could be revived as residential accommodation, after spending some time as office space.
Cleaning firm plans revamp of former bank building
A cleaning company in Newport is seeking planning permission to open a new base at a former bank building.
‘Truly disgraceful’: Police sergeant dismissed from force over gross misconduct
A Gwent Police sergeant has been dismissed without notice after being found to have breached the force’s behaviour standards.
Housing development on former colliery site set to be completed by 2029
Caerphilly-based United Welsh is behind the development, which was approved by the council’s planning committee in 2023.
New food and drink venue proposed for city centre
A new business could open in Newport’s Upper Dock Street, according to plans submitted to the city council.