Primary school pupils who held a ‘mock wedding’ have won a national award for their efforts to raise awareness of climate change.
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‘Idle and vacant’ town-centre unit could become funeral director business
An “idle and vacant” commercial unit in Blackwood could be converted into a new funeral director business.
Welsh Government’s tourism tax plans get green light
The Senedd passed plans for a £1.30-a-night tourism tax in parts of Wales from 2027.
Organisations sign up to HIV testing and treatment scheme
Public sector organisations across Gwent have joined a new regional scheme to improve access to HIV testing and treatment.
Revamped Transporter Bridge centre will be ‘really great’ for young visitors despite delays
A new visitor centre for Newport’s famous Transporter Bridge will include “really great” activities and spaces for schoolchildren.
‘Truly historic’ Welsh language bill becomes law after royal approval
The bill, which received Royal Assent on Monday July 7, forms part of the Welsh Government’s ambition of reaching a million Welsh speakers by 2050.
‘A knockout event’: Pride Caerffili praised as event returns to town once again
It may have rained on the parade, but the wet weather certainly didn’t dampen spirits as Pride Caerffili returned for a third year.
‘Beautiful tribute’ unveiled to mark memorial garden’s 100th anniversary
Aberbargoed Memorial Garden has marked 100 years since its Grade II listed gate was installed, with a heartfelt tribute to a young girl who died during a remembrance service there in 1954.
Up to £200 available as grant to help with school costs reopens
Up to £200 is available to low-income families to help cover the costs of school uniforms, sports kits, stationery and more.
‘A true friend and gentleman’: Tribute to Risca dad, 40, who died in motorbike collision
The family of a Risca man who passed away in a motorbike collision in Newport have paid tribute to a “true friend and gentleman”.