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Cwmbran Celtic v Cwmbran Town- One of the world’s closest derbies?
As football derbies go, this is a pretty special one and could be one of the closest in the world. Cwmbran Town FC…
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Free hip hop workshop for children to be held at Cwmbran Library
Children aged 6 to 12 can take part in a DJing and breakdancing workshop at Cwmbran Library later this month. The hip hop…
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Former Pontypool shop can be converted to two flats
TORFAEN: Change of use of empty ground floor shop approved. v.1
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VIDEO: The Sorbrook Tough 10km in Cwmbran
Over 150 runners took part in the 2026 Sorbrook Tough 10km. Griffithstown Harriers organise the annual road race that starts and finishes near…
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Gwent towns fail to make UK Town of Culture shortlist
GWENT: Reaction is no Gwent bids are shortlisted for UK Town of Culture title. v.1
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Coffee trailer plan for popular Torfaen path used by walkers, cyclists and dog walkers
TORFAEN: Businesswoman wants permission to operate coffee trailer along former railway line. v.1
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Planning application for boutique cattery in Torfaen
TORFAEN: Homeowner is seeking permission to use shed as cattery. v.1
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Cinderella: Auditions for The Riverfront’s 2026 pantomime
Young performers from Torfaen can audition for a part in this year’s pantomime at the Riverfront Theatre in Newport. The Young Company is…
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Theodora Taylor sets new Welsh record at Commonwealth Games
Swimmer Theodora Taylor set a Welsh record in the 100m freestyle final in the Commonwealth Games this evening but just missed out on…
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Torfaen Council’s loans and borrowings with other authorities
TORFAEN: Overview of loans made and taken out by the borough council. v.1
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Cwmbran pub loses planning appeal over decking and play area
TORFAEN: Pub’s application to keep decking and play area refused. v.1
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Vote now: Cwmbran boy, 11, in running for £1,000 GoHenry award
An 11‑year‑old snooker player from Cwmbran is in the running for a £1,000 prize in GoHenry’s Dream Big competition. Freddie Smith is asking…
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Torfaen Dolphins’ Meghan Willis sets season’s best at Commonwealth Games
Torfaen Dolphins’ Meghan Willis finished in a season’s best time and came sixth in the final of S9 100m backstroke final at the…
Keep readingTorfaen swimmer wins bronze at the Commonwealth Games
A teenage swimmer from Torfaen Dolphins has won a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games. Theodora Taylor, 17, is in Glasgow with Team…
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‘Small girl, big dream’: Ella‑Louise Appleby goes from Congress Theatre competition winner to professional dancer and teacher
Ella‑Louise Appleby was eight when she won a ballet competition at Cwmbran’s Congress Theatre and knew she had found her future career. Nineteen…
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Enjoy Grease at the Congress Theatre this week with Beginners’ Call Cymru
This brilliant photo has been shared of the young cast from Beginners’ Call Cymru, who are performing hit musical ‘Grease’ at the Congress…
Keep readingHeatwaves prompt questions to council over air-conditioning and school timetable changes
TORFAEN: Question over school closures due to hot weather. v.1
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Families across Wales will be able to access ‘simpler, more consistent’ childcare by the end of Senedd term says Deputy First Minister
Families across Wales have been promised free childcare for all children aged nine months to four years by 2031, but the proposal could…
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Solar panel plan at Sainsbury’s given green light without planning bid
A SUPERMARKET has been told it can press ahead with its plans to cover its roof with solar panels without seeking planning permission. …
Keep readingTheodora Taylor wins four medals at European Junior Swimming Championships
A Torfaen Dolphins swimmer who won four medals at last week’s European Aquatics Junior Swimming Championships is heading to Glasgow to represent Wales…
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