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Newport East residents asked for views in 12-week fireworks consultation

Newport East residents have been invited to give their views during a 12-week government consultation on fireworks and pyrotechnics. The UK Labour Government launched the consultation, which closes...

Pill Carnival brings colour and crowds to Newport on Bank Holiday Monday

Pill Carnival returned with a parade, live entertainment, rides and stalls around Pill Millennium Centre.

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Toxic giant hogweed spotted along River Usk in Gwent

Concerns have been raised regarding dangerous vegetation appearing along waterways in the Gwent region. Giant hogweed, classified as an invasive and perilous species, has been observed at multiple lo...

Newport family appeals for information after 12-year-old injured by rock thrown from bridge

Blake O'Shea was knocked unconscious near the river after a rock was allegedly thrown from a bridge above him.

Newport council refuses Boss Park wedding and events venue

Newport City Council has refused plans to convert a vacant Boss Park office into a large wedding, events and community venue.

Pill Carnival 2026 brings Bank Holiday crowds to Newport

Pill Carnival brought families and residents together in Newport for its annual Bank Holiday celebration. Stalls and fairground rides opened from midday before the main parade began at 2pm. People...

Two South Wales alternative bands reunite after 16 years for charity gig

Two established South Wales alternative acts from the 2000s era are set to reunite for a charitable fundraiser later this year. Last of the Okinawa Fighters and Life! Death! Prizes! will take to t...

Pill Carnival returns to Newport streets on Bank Holiday Monday

Pill Carnival will return to Newport on Bank Holiday Monday, August 31, with music, entertainment and celebrations in Pillgwenlly. The long-running community event will begin at 2pm at the Dock Gates. Its parade will...

Newport landscape adviser raises concerns over Wentwood Lodge balcony plan

A formal request for planning permission has been lodged with Newport City Council regarding modifications to Wentwood Lodge in Llanvaches. The proposal encompasses a two-storey addition to the side o...

Welsh Government won’t rule out M4 junction closures around Newport

Traffic congestion on the M4 motorway presents ongoing difficulties for drivers travelling between England and Wales. Motorists frequently experience significant delays near Newport, and the absence o...

Newport council refuses plan for children’s gymnastics centre over flood concerns

Newport City Council has rejected a planning bid to transform five recently completed industrial units into a gymnastics facility. The proposal, put forward by Starburst (UK) Ltd, sought permission to...

Newport council pushing for full Burns measures delivery including Old Green removal

Newport Labour group has backed plans to remove the Old Green roundabout as part of a wider package of transport improvements. Councillor Rhian Howells, cabinet member for assets and infrastructure at Newport City...

Five Newport break-ins prompt calls for stronger city-centre security

Newport representatives have called for stronger city-centre security after five businesses were targeted in break-ins over seven days.

10 cheapest places for petrol and diesel in Newport now

Newport residents seeking the lowest fuel prices have been provided with a list of the ten most affordable petrol stations in the area, according to data from petrolprices.com. The cheapest unleaded fuel was available...

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Newport East residents asked for views in 12-week fireworks consultation

Newport East residents have been invited to give their views during a 12-week government consultation on fireworks and pyrotechnics. The UK Labour Government launched the consultation, which closes...

Pill Carnival brings colour and crowds to Newport on Bank Holiday Monday

Pill Carnival returned with a parade, live entertainment, rides and stalls around Pill Millennium Centre.

Toxic giant hogweed spotted along River Usk in Gwent

Concerns have been raised regarding dangerous vegetation appearing along waterways in the Gwent region. Giant hogweed, classified as an invasive and perilous species, has been observed at multiple lo...

Newport family appeals for information after 12-year-old injured by rock thrown from bridge

Blake O'Shea was knocked unconscious near the river after a rock was allegedly thrown from a bridge above him.