Computer tycoon Sir Terry Matthews OBE, who grew up in Newbridge, is worth a mammoth £1.33 billion, according to the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.
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Newbridge School wins national prize in NSPCC Number Day fundraiser
Newbridge School won a bespoke maths-themed wall art installation designed to show pupils how numbers and maths connect to everyday life.
Two guilty of violent disorder after barber shop turf war brawl
Two men have been found guilty of affray for their part in a mass street brawl between rival barbers.
Footbridge refitted – but it will remain closed for ‘several weeks’
The Pantside Footbridge was removed in July 2025, having been damaged six years earlier – and was repaired off site before being reinstated over the weekend.
Weekend of St David’s Day celebrations at Newbridge Memo
Newbridge Memo has launched its St David’s Day weekend celebration, bringing together community spirit, Welsh culture and creativity across three days.
Office proposal for town’s former GP surgery
The North Celynen Medical Centre closed its branch on Ashfield Road late last year and moved services into its main centre, in Crumlin.
Police renew Kyle Vaughan appeal 13 years after his disappearance
Gwent Police is renewing its appeal for information on the murder of Newbridge man Kyle Vaughan on the 13th anniversary of his disappearance.
Newbridge Memo gets £200k funding to preserve its heritage for future generations
Newbridge Memo has received more than £200,000 funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
18-year-old man appears in court charged with murder and attempted murder
An 18-year-old man has been charged with murder and attempted murder following the death of teenager Lainie Williams in Cefn Fforest last week.
Murder investigation launched after girl, 17, dies
An 18-year-old man from Newbridge was arrested on suspicion of murder and attempted murder after a 56-year-old woman suffered “serious injuries”.