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Weather today: Cloudy, with outbreaks of light rain or drizzle affecting rural parts. Becoming rather misty too, with low cloud leading to patchy fog developing across the hills overnight. Cool under clearer skies in the north, but milder than recent nights. Minimum temperature 9 °C.

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NEWS
New postbox topper unveiled

The amazing ladies at Knit and Knatter Newtown have once again showcased their talent and dedication by unveiling a new postbox topper on High Street.

4 hours ago   All About Newtown

 
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NEWS
Mandatory bird registration now in force

Bird keepers in Powys need to register themselves with the Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) after it became a legal requirement earlier this month, the county council has said.

6 hours ago   All About Newtown



  Latest News
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NEWS POLITICS PLANNING NEWTOWN EAST
MOT testing station application approved

Powys County Council has granted full planning permission for the change of use at Unit 18 on the Vastre Industrial Estate to allow for the creation of an MOT testing station, which should create 2 to 6 jobs.

7 hours ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS WHATS ON
See what's on next week in our area (W42 24)

Here is the latest activities and events which are scheduled to take place in Newtown and the surrounding area next week.

23 hours ago   All About Newtown

Image for the article Newtown win away at Caernarfon
SPORT
Newtown win away at Caernarfon

In an exhilarating JD Cymru Premier match that had Newtown supporters on the edge of their seats, Newtown secured a victory against Caernarfon Town.

1 day ago   All About Newtown


  Upcoming Events / Activities
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Youth Club

Tue 15th October at 06:00pm

Hafan yr Afon

Free

Image for the article ECO4 Grant Advice
ECO4 Grant Advice

Tue 15th October at 07:00pm

Methodist Church

Free

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Newtown AFC v Barry Town

Tue 15th October at 07:45pm

Montgomery Waters Latham Park

From £2


  Latest Sport
Image for the article Newtown win away at Caernarfon
SPORT
Newtown win away at Caernarfon

In an exhilarating JD Cymru Premier match that had Newtown supporters on the edge of their seats, Newtown secured a victory against Caernarfon Town.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

Image for the article League action hotting up
SPORT
League action hotting up

The Newtown Pool League saw top contenders Llanbadarn, Jockey A, and Full Montys deliver commanding victories last week, strengthening their bids for the Premiership title.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

Image for the article Stunning comeback in pool action
SPORT
Stunning comeback in pool action

In a thrilling week of action in the Newtown Pool League, the Misfits pulled off a stunning comeback to defeat Jockey B in a closely contested encounter, while the Zimmers continued their fine form in Division Two with another commanding victory.

1 week ago   All About Newtown


  Latest Politics
Image for the article MOT testing station application approved
NEWS POLITICS PLANNING NEWTOWN EAST
MOT testing station application approved

Powys County Council has granted full planning permission for the change of use at Unit 18 on the Vastre Industrial Estate to allow for the creation of an MOT testing station, which should create 2 to 6 jobs.

7 hours ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
Councillors to consider STV consultation

Powys County Councillors will considery holding the next Powys County Council election under the Single Transferable Vote (STV) system after a consultation exercise which was supported by 60.5% of respondents.

3 days ago   Elgan Hearn

Image for the article Councils braced for black hole in budgets
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Councils braced for black hole in budgets

Councils in Wales are bracing themselves for a multi million pound “black hole” when they prepare their budgets for next year.

3 days ago   Nicholas Thomas


  Latest Crime
Image for the article New policing strategy focuses on community engagement and crime prevention
NEWS CRIME
New policing strategy focuses on community engagement and crime prevention

A new policing strategy in Dyfed-Powys is set to prioritize community engagement and early intervention in an effort to restore faith in the police and address crime at its roots.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS CRIME NEWTOWN EAST
Armed police deployed to ‘disturbance’

Residents and visitors of Newtown were startled on Friday as armed police officers and a police helicopter were deployed in response to a disturbance in the Plas Melinydd area of the town.

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS CRIME POLITICS
Wales’ justice system ‘on its knees’

The criminal justice system is in disarray due to years of chronic underfunding, the Welsh Government’s chief legal adviser warned.

1 week ago   Chris Haines

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