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How Newport Homeowners Can Remove Invasive Plants

The Wye and Usk Foundation has released guidance for addressing invasive species affecting local waterways. Louis Macdonald - Ames from the organization produced a video covering methods for dealing w...
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Wales communities urge visitors to clean up their litter

As Wales grapples with its mounting waste problem, worries are mounting as the forthcoming bank holiday weekend approaches — a period when scenic locations throughout the area typically receive more v...

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Environment

How Newport Homeowners Can Remove Invasive Plants

The Wye and Usk Foundation has released guidance for addressing invasive species affecting local waterways. Louis Macdonald - Ames from the organization produced a video covering methods for dealing w...
Environment

Wales communities urge visitors to clean up their litter

As Wales grapples with its mounting waste problem, worries are mounting as the forthcoming bank holiday weekend approaches — a period when scenic locations throughout the area typically receive more v...
Environment

Villagers discover river health benefits at Gwent community event

A session showing locals how to evaluate river health was arranged by the Wye and Usk Foundation together with the Freshwater Habitats Trust. The event sought to teach attendees how to identify diffe...
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Welsh farming union attacks government water quality rules

The farming organisation is urging the new Welsh government to rethink its position on water quality requirements. NFU Cymru has described current pollution regulations as impractical and says change...
Environment

Initiative seeks to conserve salmon in Wye and Usk rivers

A campaign is under way to boost numbers of Atlantic salmon through focused conservation efforts. The Wye and Usk Foundation is seeking to collect £20,000 via its Big Give Earth Raise Campaign to fin...
Environment

How long will Gwent’s early summer heatwave last?

Gwent is currently experiencing unseasonably warm conditions this week, with temperatures more typical of early summer than late April. Across the county, daytime figures are reaching levels usually ...
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Most young people in Wales worried about climate change

A study carried out by Climate Cymru member bodies has found that Welsh residents remain deeply concerned about climate change and show considerable support for the suggested solutions. The data show...
Environment

Discover Seven Compelling Reasons to Explore Newport’s Wetlands

Nature lovers, families and birdwatchers ought to think about visiting Newport Wetlands this summer. This 438-hectare protected area in South Wales showcases changing wildlife across seasons, rare bo...
Environment

Government proposals aim to strengthen wildlife sanctuary protections

Elected members have backed moves to improve safeguards for notable wildlife and biodiversity areas in Blaenau Gwent. At a gathering of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council's Economic Development and...
Environment

Big Give launches record campaign to safeguard Earth’s future

Big Give has launched an unprecedented environmental funding campaign. Earth Raise 2026 aims to gather more than £10 million across seven days to support over 330 groups tackling urgent ecological is...
Environment

MP partners with river conservation group on water testing

Ongoing waterway assessments are providing a more comprehensive understanding of contamination levels in the River Wye. Monmouthshire MP Catherine Fookes took part in water quality checks alongside m...
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Advocates push for trees to be classified as vital infrastructure

A fresh initiative is calling for trees to be designated as essential infrastructure. Coed Cadw, operating under the Woodland Trust in Wales banner, has released its Rooted Together policy document a...

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Child protection reforms prompt demands for answers about postponement

Council officers informed members that they are still unable to verify whether the substantial reorganisation of support for children and families has produced the intended outcomes, though initial si...
Community

Lifeboat service issues essential summer beach safety advice

Anyone planning trips to the coast during the warmer months is being advised to adhere to simple safety advice to ensure the protection of both themselves and their relatives. The Royal National Life...
Community

Elderly driver covers 1000 miles in battered vehicle for charity

A man in his sixties is taking part in a banger driving event to collect money for charitable purposes. Two competitors from Caerphilly – Marshal Wilson, aged 61, and co-driver Shadritk, aged 43 – ar...
Traffic

Newport traffic: expect delays, leave extra time

Drivers are being notified that the M4 in the westbound direction is seeing heavy traffic volumes this morning. Further updates will follow. Delays are currently building up between Junction 28 Trede...

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