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Bill to tackle air and noise pollution passed in the Senedd

New legislation has been passed in the Senedd, giving the Welsh Government greater powers to improve air quality and reduce noise pollution across Wales.

11 hours ago   All About Newtown

 
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Robins beat Pontypridd at Tuesday clash

In a riveting match held at Latham Park on Tuesday, November 28th, Newtown AFC secured a decisive victory over Pontypridd

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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Christmas officially 'kicked off' in Newtown

In a spectacular display of festive cheer, the town came alive last Saturday to officially 'kick off' Christmas with an event organised by the Town Council.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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Powys taxi drivers lose licences

A Powys taxi driver has lost their licence to operate, and another driver has been given a five year suspension following a hearing by councillors.

1 day ago   Elgan Hearn

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Boost for Newtown food bank

Eleven food banks across Powys, including the one in Newtown have benefitted from the latest round of Welsh Government Direct Food Support grants. 

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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Advice sessions to boost economic growth

Businesses in Newtown and surrounding areas will have the opportunity to receive expert advice and support at a series of drop-in sessions organized by Powys County Council.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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Town Council to change meeting arrangements

Town councillors are to discuss a report tonight on changing the way it meets to reflect workload.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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Contractor appointed to build new council housing development

Powys County Council has announced that J. Harper and Sons (Leominster) Ltd has been awarded the contract to build a new affordable housing development in Newtown.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

Image for the article Residents could be in for a double digit percentage hike in town precept
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Residents could be in for a double digit percentage hike in town precept

Tomorrow town councillors will convene to discuss the budget for the upcoming financial year.

3 days ago   Richard Williams

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Increased energy bills from January

Newtown residents are set to be hit with an increase in their energy bills from January as Ofgem, the energy regulator, announced a rise in the price cap.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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Newtown drug driver banned over drug driving

A 20-year-old driver has been banned from the roads for over a year after being arrested twice within five days for drug driving in Newtown.

4 days ago   All About Newtown

Image for the article Knit and Natter unveil their festive tree
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Knit and Natter unveil their festive tree

Knit and Natter Newtown group kicked off the festive season with the setup of their Christmas tree at Caffi Hafan.

4 days ago   Richard Williams

Image for the article Celebrate the magic of Christmas tomorrow
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Celebrate the magic of Christmas tomorrow

Get ready for a festive extravaganza in Newtown as the town comes alive with Christmas spirit on Saturday, 25th November.

5 days ago   All About Newtown

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Get in the festive spirit!

Get ready for Christmas with Newtown High School's annual Christmas Concert!

1 week ago   All About Newtown

Image for the article Free parking for 5 Saturdays in Newtown
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Free parking for 5 Saturdays in Newtown

Newtown residents and visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy free parking for five Saturdays leading up to Christmas, courtesy of the Town Council and Powys County Council.

1 week ago   Richard Williams

Image for the article Town Partnership moves towards its inaugural meeting
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Town Partnership moves towards its inaugural meeting

A newly established town partnership in Newtown is to hold inaugural meeting at the end of November, town councillors have heard.

1 week ago   Adam Davies

Image for the article Taxi fees to increase in Powys
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Taxi fees to increase in Powys

Some Taxi licence fees set to rise, others to fall as report shows there are less taxi drivers in Powys than before Covid-19.

1 week ago   Elgan Hearn

Image for the article Powys Balance Programme returns for unpaid carers
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Powys Balance Programme returns for unpaid carers

A programme aimed at supporting unpaid carers in Newtown and helping them balance their own care needs with those of their loved ones is set to make a return.

1 week ago   Adam Davies

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Councillors recommend rejecting STV proposal

County Councillors will be advised to throw out a proposal to change the voting system in Powys for the next local elections in 2027.

1 week ago   Elgan Hearn

Image for the article Another successful quarter for Newtown Advice Project
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Another successful quarter for Newtown Advice Project

Town Councillors are set to examine a report from Citizens Advice Powys on the town council funded Newtown Advice Project, which provides advice and support to residents of Newtown.

1 week ago   All About Newtown