The annual Ponthir Bonfire Night held by the Ponthir Sports and Community Club was back with a bang this year with a sparkling show including classics such as Catherine wheels, rockets, roman candles and fountains which lasted for around half an hour.
‘Trespass incidents’ at Gwent Police’s former HQ in Cwmbran
NEW hoardings are needed to replace a fence that has failed to secure the site of Gwent Police’s now demolished former headquarters.
Mobile catering van refused permission to operate on estate
A MOBILE catering van that employs two people “undermines” the good design of an industrial estate where it has been operating without planning permission.
Concern over ‘highest-ever’ school bullying rates
Rates of bullying in Welsh schools have reached record levels, with more than one in three children and young people reporting being bullied, the Senedd heard.
Senedd debates Eluned Morgan’s first 100 days as first minister
Senedd members debated Eluned Morgan’s record following her first 100 days, with the first minister rejecting claims she has failed to stand up for Wales.
Alarm over domestic violence ‘epidemic’
Domestic violence against women and girls is the scourge of Wales and a national emergency, Senedd Members warned.
Torfaen’s meals on wheels contract renewed
A CONTRACT for ready meals supplied by Torfaen Borough Council’s meals on wheels service has been renewed.
VIDEO: Pre-match interview with Cwmbran Celtic’s Georgia Shwartz
Cwmbran Celtic FC’s women’s team played Wrexham last weekend in the first round of the Adran Tropy.
Pontypool indoor market toilets closed for two weeks
THE toilets at Pontypool Indoor Market are to be closed for two weeks for refurbishments.
Second delay to Torfaen’s new local development plan
MORE time is needed to consider the impact of future developments on Torfaen and how the public can have their say.
