Councillors in a neighbouring local authority have raised concerns over pupils from their area being ‘lost’ to a school in Caerphilly County Borough.
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Reasons for city’s air quality improvements ‘not entirely clear’
Air quality improvements in five areas of Newport have come as welcome news to the city council, even if they cannot be fully explained.
Gas works finally completed after nine-month project
Wales and West Utilities has confirmed gas pipe upgrades in the Pontygwindy Road area have been completed, a month later than planned.
Two released on conditional bail after man, 20, dies in collision
Two men have been released on conditional bail as police continue to investigate the death of a 20-year-old man over the weekend.
Calls for independent Senedd harassment complaints process
Witnesses called for a fully independent process to deal with bullying, harassment or sexual misconduct by Senedd Members amid concerns about politics trumping fairness.
Risca Beach Party is back this weekend
Risca’s annual beach party is back this weekend, bringing sand, deckchairs, funfair rides and more to Tredegar Park.
Further education students aged 19 and older could be able to claim nearly £2k
Applications are now open for the Welsh Government’s Learning Grant for Further Education, covering the 2025/26 academic year.
Ffiliffest: Celebration of Welsh language and culture returns this Saturday
Caerphilly’s annual celebration of the Welsh language and culture will be back in town this weekend – promising a “vibrant day of entertainment and activities for all ages”.
‘Growing problem’ of abandoned trolleys could land supermarkets with £100 return fee
Abandoned trolleys are a “growing problem” in Newport and bring a host of “negative impacts” including visual pollution, antisocial behaviour and environmental damage, the council said.
‘Reckless and thoughtless’ motorcyclist dragged police sergeant across main road
A motorcyclist who dragged a police sergeant across a main road while resisting arrest has been handed a suspended sentence and a driving ban.