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NEWS WHAT'S ON

New exhibition looking at sport and leisure before 1914

A fascinating summer exhibition capturing ‘Sport and Leisure in Newtown: 1875-1914’ opens in the town next week.

14 hours ago All About Newtown

NEWS

New postbox topper unveiled

Newtown residents are once again in awe of the creativity and dedication shown by the talented ladies at Newtown Knit and Knatter as they unveil their latest masterpiece.

17 hours ago All About Newtown

NEWS POLITICS

Mayor pays tribute as term comes to an end

Mayor of Newtown & Llanllwchaiarn, Cllr John Byrne, has paid tribute to Newtown in his retiring statement, as his term of office ends next week.

21 hours ago All About Newtown

NEWS POLITICS

County Councillors set for pay increase

Powys County Councillors will receive a 5.71 per cent pay increase this year, after the national Independent Remuneration Panel for Wales decided to increase their salaries.

1 day ago Elgan Hearn

NEWS POLITICS

Rural Affairs Secretary shares new timeframe for the Sustainable Farming Scheme

Local farmers will have more time before the new Sustainable Farming Scheme comes into force with the Basic Payment Scheme continuing in 2025.

1 day ago All About Newtown

WEATHER

The upcoming forecast in Newtown (14/05/24)

Residents in Newtown can expect a mix of weather today, according to the latest Met Office forecast.

1 day ago Met Office

NEWS POLITICS

Town Council launch flag design for 50th anniversary

Get ready to showcase your creativity and design skills as the Town Council launches their Flag Design Competition to celebrate their 50th anniversary.

1 day ago All About Newtown

SPORT

Robins lose in play off against Penybont

Penybont secured a comprehensive 5-0 victory over Newtown AFC in the Cymru Premier European play-off final held at Latham Park in Newtown.

2 days ago All About Newtown

NEWS

Newtown to host international trade workshop

Local businesses in Newtown are set to have a unique opportunity to learn about expanding their international sales and entering the export market at an upcoming event hosted by ITSG World in association with Mid Wales Manufacturing Group.

2 days ago All About Newtown

NEWS POLITICS

Fancy giving back to your local community?

Newtown residents are being encouraged to consider stepping up and becoming a town councillor to make a difference in their local community.

3 days ago Richard Williams

OPINION

Opinion: Powys County Council, elections, parking and more

Cllr Pete Lewington kicks off our new weekly Sunday opinion column with his take on the current state of Powys County Council and the issues which he has raised.

3 days ago Cllr Peter Lewington