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More retained firefighters recruited

Mid and West Wales Fire Service, whose budget rose by 17% last April has recruited more retained firefighters after concerns were repeatedly raised about a shortage of younger candidates joining up.

31 minutes ago   Richard Youle

 
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Gregynog awarded 246k in conservation funding

Gregynog, one of Wales' leading country estates located near Newtown, has been awarded £246,966 through the Welsh Government's Nature Networks Fund for its Welcome Home to Nature programme.

6 hours ago   All About Newtown

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Easter treat for visitors to award winning attraction

An award-winning Newtown escape rooms business has a special Easter treat in store for customers during the school half term holiday.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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Police searching for Audi 'getaway' car

Police are interested in a black Audi vehicle which they believe was used in the recent burgulary at Santander in Newtown.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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MMP success at professional awards

Local estate agents Morris Marshall & Poole (MMP), has recently been honoured with a prestigious Gold and Silver Award for Sales and Lettings in Wales.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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Councillors to consider Pride event proposal

Town councillors are set to consider for the second time, a proposal from Creative Stuff Newtown for a Pride event in Newtown.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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NHS dental charges to rise

Residents will soon see an increase in the cost of NHS dental treatment, with changes set to take effect from April 1st.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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Speed limit drop for Kerry approved

The speed limit on parts of roads going through a Powys village near Newtown will be dropped to 20mph from this Friday.

4 days ago   Elgan Hearn

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Successful inspection for Ysgol Rhiw Bechan

Ysgol Rhiw Bechan in Tregynon near Newtown has received commendation from inspectors, highlighting its nurturing environment and strong community ethos.

4 days ago   All About Newtown

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Local architect highlights benefits of straw bale construction

A Powys architect based in Newtown is advocating for the use of sustainable and locally sourced materials in the construction industry, highlighting the benefits of incorporating Welsh straw into building design.

4 days ago   All About Newtown

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Tenants satisfaction survey results revealed

Residents in Powys are giving a nod of approval to the housing services provided by Powys County Council, according to the latest satisfaction survey data.

5 days ago   All About Newtown

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Library challenges for all the family

Several new competitions have been launched following World Book Day, the county council has said.

6 days ago   All About Newtown

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Vacancy on Town Council 'declared'

Following the recent resignation of councillor Rex Shayler, a casual vacancy has been declared in the office of Town Councillor for North Ward.

6 days ago   Richard Williams

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Police investigate bank break in

Police are currently investigating a burglary that took place at Santander Bank on High Street, Newtown.

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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New Welsh Government ministers announced

New First Minister Vaughan Gething has announced his Ministerial team for a Wales full of optimism, ambition and unity. 

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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Road safety in crisis according to safety group

Road safety in Powys is in crisis and if something isn't done about it, it will continue to impact on the lives of residents and visitors, as well as the local economy, a safety group has said

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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How do you think the 50th anniversary of our council should be celebrated?

That's the question which town councillors will be exploring next week, as the 50th anniversary of Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn Town Council is fast approaching.

1 week ago   Adam Davies

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Vaughan Gething wins Senedd vote

Vaughan Gething has been officially confirmed as the new First Minister in the Senedd, making him the fifth person to hold this position in Wales.

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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Air ambulance future vote delayed

Newtown residents will have to wait a little longer to find out the fate of the north Powys Wales Air Ambulance air base, as a decision has been postponed until 28 March.

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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Town councillors to hear updates on loyalty scheme

Mid Wales Tourism will be presenting to town councillors their plans for a Mid Wales loyalty scheme, which is to include businesses in Newtown.

1 week ago   Richard Williams