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NEWS HEALTH
Health Board working to reduce deficit

Powys Teaching Health Board (PTHB) finance chiefs have revealed that they need to make savings to bring their budget deficit down to £12 million by the end of March.

1 day ago   Elgan Hearn

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NEWS POLITICS
Councillors to be updated on Wellbeing project

An update is due to be given to Powys County Councillors on the future of the North Powys Wellbeing Programme – but it will take place behind closed doors.

1 day ago   Elgan Hearn

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NEWS
Shop locally this Small Business Saturday

On December 2nd, 2023, Newtown residents have a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on their community by participating in the annual Small Business Saturday - with free parking and lots of independent small retailers to choose from.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
Mayor pays tribute to 20 year old from Newtown

The Mayor of Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn, Cllr John Byrne has paid tribute to 20 year old Joshua Ainsworth who was tragically killed in a road traffic incident.

1 day ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
Cold nights to continue for the next few days

The weather in Newtown is forecast to remain chilly and cold over the next few days and nights.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
Vote for your favourite christmas display

Newtown residents now have the exciting opportunity to cast their votes for their favorite festive display among the participating businesses.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
Lloyds announces closure of Newtown branch

Lloyds Bank's decision to close its only branch in north Powys has been met with dismay from customers and businesses in Newtown.

2 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
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.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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SPORT
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

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
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.

3 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
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.

3 days ago   Elgan Hearn

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NEWS
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. 

4 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
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.

4 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
Town Council to change meeting arrangements

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

5 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
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.

5 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS BUDGET 24
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.

5 days ago   Richard Williams

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NEWS
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.

6 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS CRIME
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.

6 days ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
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.

6 days ago   Richard Williams

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NEWS
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.

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS
Get in the festive spirit!

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

1 week ago   All About Newtown

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NEWS POLITICS
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

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NEWS POLITICS
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

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NEWS POLITICS
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

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NEWS
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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