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New DVLA digital service allows drivers to report medical conditions online

Car and motorcycle licence holders with health issues can now notify the relevant authority electronically following an update to the system. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency has introduced an...
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Personal trainer wins permission for home garage gym in Cwmbran with conditions

A personal trainer from Cwmbran has secured permission to operate fitness sessions from her residential garage, subject to specific restrictions. Emma Quinn initially sought a certificate from the co...

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New DVLA digital service allows drivers to report medical conditions online

Car and motorcycle licence holders with health issues can now notify the relevant authority electronically following an update to the system. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency has introduced an...
Health

Personal trainer wins permission for home garage gym in Cwmbran with conditions

A personal trainer from Cwmbran has secured permission to operate fitness sessions from her residential garage, subject to specific restrictions. Emma Quinn initially sought a certificate from the co...
Health

Wales requests River Severn drought order as reservoir levels fall

Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has submitted an application to the Welsh Government seeking a Drought Order for the River Severn as prolonged heatwaves and arid conditions continue to exert significant...
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Aneurin Bevan health board warns cigarettes can start fires in hot, dry conditions

While emergency crews and military personnel work to bring five major blazes under control across South Wales, health authorities are pleading with people to handle cigarette waste responsibly. Aneur...
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Military support confirmed as South Wales wildfires continue to rage

Armed forces have been sent to assist with blazes that have covered sections of Gwent in a smoky haze. The infernos, which have scorched extensive tracts of South Wales, have caused significant chaos...
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Cefn Golau Together lodges plans for new community centre in Tredegar

A fresh community centre could be built on a site in one of Wales's most disadvantaged neighbourhoods after plans were submitted to Blaenau Gwent council. The Cefn Golau Together group is seeking per...
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Gwent care homes ‘national treasures’ at risk without Welsh Government support

A social care advocate has cautioned that small residential care facilities throughout Gwent represent invaluable community assets that the country cannot afford to see disappear. Mario Kreft, who le...
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Iris Care Group acquires Newport’s Elysium Cymru Ltd services

A care organisation has broadened its operations by taking over supported living facilities. Iris Care Group has purchased Elysium Cymru Ltd, which runs The Grove and Kensington Place in Newport. Th...
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Heart charity calls for CPR training overhaul to help women in Gwent

A cardiac charity is urging for CPR instruction that better mirrors real-world scenarios, aiming to give members of the public the assurance needed to administer life-saving treatment to all individua...
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Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbeing Hub on track for March 2027 opening

Work is underway on a new sports and health facility in Caerphilly county borough, representing a significant investment in community wellness and physical activity. The Caerphilly Leisure and Wellbe...
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Irish pilots rescued after sea crash present €10,000 to Welsh RNLI rescuers

Two pilots were discovered sitting on the wing of their aircraft after bringing it down in the sea. Jim O'Connor and JP Smith had been piloting a microlight aircraft on a journey from Ireland to Ital...
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Blackwood Town Council celebrates Lewis Street allotments after awards

Lewis Street allotments were recognised by council representatives during a recent ceremony. Deputy mayor Jan Griffiths and Councillor Delwyn Davies toured the site and presented accolades to those ma...

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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...
Events

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.
Property

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...
Crime

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.

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