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This Week in Cwmbran

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News

Residents spotted a police helicopter circling overhead - here's what was happening

A police helicopter was deployed to assist Gwent Police with a vehicle search in Cwmbran on Sunday afternoon, October 11.

South Wales Argus·1d ago
News

Man accused of raping woman appears in court

A Cwmbran man has appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court charged with rape

South Wales Argus·1d ago
News

Police officers stopped a moped - then they uncovered a string of safety concerns

A moped rider has been reported for multiple offences after being stopped by police officers in Cwmbran town centre.

South Wales Argus·1d ago
News

Man to be sentenced over cocaine and ketamine trafficking offences

Harry Morgan, 23, of Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran has admitted possessing cocaine and ketamine with intent to supply and will be sentenced later this month

South Wales Argus·3d ago
News

Man jailed after being caught handling stolen Gwent Police electric bike

A 28-year-old Cwmbran man has been jailed after admitting handling a stolen electric bike belonging to Gwent Police

South Wales Argus·4d ago
News

Teenager bailed after police seized suspected drugs, cash and phones in dawn raid

A 17-year-old boy has been released on conditional bail after being arrested in connection with a drugs investigation in Cwmbran earlier this week

South Wales Argus·4d ago
News

Cwmbran car wash fundraiser to fund Christmas party for people supported by service

A car wash fundraiser has helped raise money for a Christmas party.

South Wales Argus·4d ago
News

Canal rescue plan brought forward after alarming drop in water levels

Cwmbran's Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal in Torfaen is being cleared to improve water flow, protect biodiversity and prevent drying out during hot weather.

South Wales Argus·4d ago
News

Teenager arrested after raid uncovers massive amount of drugs and cash

A 17-year-old teenager has been arrested after police seized suspected crack cocaine, cannabis, and cash during a drugs raid in Cwmbran.

South Wales Argus·6d ago
News

Late-night sports bar proposed for site left empty after gym closure

A West Country sports bar firm seeks a licence to operate in a former Cwmbran gym.

South Wales Argus·6d ago
News

Pub ranked among world's best vegan eateries lands major awards nod for 2026

A Cwmbran pub ranked among the world's best vegan restaurants has been shortlisted for a Welsh food award.

South Wales Argus·6d ago
Council

Planning permission approved for two shipping containers in Torfaen garden

Planning permission approved for two shipping containers in Torfaen garden  Cwmbranlife

Cwmbranlife·6 Oct
News

We tried the revamped noodle bar that ended up feeding half the office

Chan's Noodle Bar in Cwmbran is under new ownership, with updated recipes, huge portions and a new menu inspired by mystery chef 'Uncle Chan'.

South Wales Argus·4 Oct
News

Man faces four fraud charges involving Audi A7 SUV vehicle and insurance

Phillip Shortman, of Cwmbran, faces four fraud by false representation charges, including allegations he sold an Audi Q7 he did not own and made false insurance claims

South Wales Argus·2 Oct
News

In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court

In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

South Wales Argus·2 Oct
News

A new use has been proposed for this former neighbourhood shop and off licence

This former shop in Cwmbran could become a takeaway if new plans are approved.

South Wales Argus·2 Oct
News

Disqualified driver jailed after being caught behind wheel of Audi in Newport

A disqualified driver from Cwmbran has been jailed after he was caught behind wheel of Audi A3 car in Newport

South Wales Argus·30 Sept
Council

Council gives ‘support and solidarity’ to Nepalese community

Council gives ‘support and solidarity’ to Nepalese community  Cwmbranlife

Cwmbranlife·30 Sept
News

Twin sisters celebrate 100th birthday after witnessing a century of history together

Twin sisters from Cwmbran who have witnessed a century of history are celebrating their 100th birthday.

South Wales Argus·27 Sept
News

Mother, son and friend planned to take drugs into notorious prison

A mother, her son and a friend from Cwmbran have been sentenced after admitting involvement in a plan to smuggle cannabis into HMP Parc in Bridgend

South Wales Argus·24 Sept
News

Live – Two men and a woman set to be sentenced for dealing drugs

Two men and a woman from Cwmbran are set to be sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court for dealing drugs

South Wales Argus·24 Sept
News

Man accused of raping woman to stand trial in late 2027 after not guilty plea

Callum Townsend, 23, from Llantarnam, Cwmbran has denied a rape allegation

South Wales Argus·22 Sept
News

Everything we know so far as family behind "prolific drug enterprise" are sentenced

A family who were running a "drug enterprise" out of a property in Cwmbran were due to be sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court on Tuesday, September 22.

South Wales Argus·22 Sept
Council

Membership of Torfaen’s leisure centres increase under new operator

Membership of Torfaen’s leisure centres increase under new operator  Cwmbranlife

Cwmbranlife·21 Sept
Council

Torfaen Council to put £50,000 towards ‘wildfire response’

Torfaen Council to put £50,000 towards ‘wildfire response’  Cwmbranlife

Cwmbranlife·21 Sept
What's On

How to bag yourself a few million next week...no, really...

Webuyanycar Torfaen branches are giving away Millions and cash prizes next week.

Skiddle·16 Sept
News

Football pitch opened by Wales star Danny Gabbidon is 'surrounded by dogs' mess'

Wales star Danny Gabbidon opened the 3G pitch in Cwmbran but council accused of neglect.

South Wales Argus·16 Sept
News

Hopeful poem created by Torfaen residents goes on display at Cwmbran Library

A poem offering hope to those experiencing suicidal thoughts is now on display at Cwmbran Library.

South Wales Argus·12 Sept
News

Drug dealer caught selling cocaine and cannabis while riding Sur-Ron e-bike

A 20-year-old Cwmbran drug dealer who sold cocaine and cannabis while riding a Sur-Ron e-bike has been handed a suspended prison sentence after police uncovered evidence on his phone

South Wales Argus·11 Sept
News

Former coach house to be transformed into a new home under newly approved plan

The building behind a former Chinese takeaway in Cwmbran described as 'in a poor condition'.

South Wales Argus·11 Sept
News

Teenage dealer stopped by police but his frantic call home after arrest fails to stop justice

Connor Griffin from Cwmbran was found to be dealing crack cocaine and cannabis after messages were found on his phone.

Wales Online·11 Sept
News

Crash causes huge rush-hour queues as drivers crawl at just 5mph

An A4042 crash in Cwmbran caused severe rush-hour delays, with traffic between Newport and Cwmbran crawling at just 5mph.

South Wales Argus·8 Sept
News

Newport woman disqualified from driving after causing serious injury in crash

A Newport driver has been banned for 12 months after admitting causing serious injury by careless driving in Cwmbran

South Wales Argus·6 Sept
News

Locked Up – Neighbour from hell, festival thug and NHS car thief jailed

A neighbour who threatened to kill a baby, a festival attacker, a cannabis grower and other offenders from Newport, Cwmbran, Tredegar and Caerphilly have been jailed

South Wales Argus·6 Sept
News

Boy, 12, left impaled on door handle after game of tag goes badly wrong

Natalie Davey was finishing work when she noticed several missed calls from her son Ollie, who had been at a friend's house in Cwmbran. Warning: This story contains graphic images

Wales Online·5 Sept
News

Dangerous Newport carjacker jailed for eight years after knife-point robbery

A dangerous Newport offender has been jailed for eight years after carrying out a knife-point carjacking in Cwmbran

South Wales Argus·5 Sept
News

Drug dealer caught with ‘large quantity of cannabis’ after cloned car stopped

A Pontypool man admits dealing cannabis after police stopped cloned vehicle on the A4042 in Cwmbran

South Wales Argus·5 Sept
News

A football shirt worn by Fontaines D.C. has sparked worldwide demand - what's next?

Cwmbran Celtic FC has made headlines for a creative kit collaboration that blends football with music - but what's next?

South Wales Argus·4 Sept
News

Man admits on day of trial to sexually assaulting girl under 13

Cwmbran man admits on day of Cardiff Crown Court trial to sexually assaulting girl under 13

South Wales Argus·3 Sept
News

Man charged with 11 theft offences while wanted suspect held

Two men have been arrested following proactive patrols in Cwmbran, according to Gwent Police.

South Wales Argus·3 Sept
News

Three-bedroom packed with period features in Cwmbran up for sale for over £625,000

A well-preserved three-bedroom period property in Upper Cwmbran is up for sale for over £625,000.

South Wales Argus·2 Sept
News

Reading festival headline act walks on stage with Gwent football team shirt

A Cwmbran Celtic shirt has taken centre stage in a major festival headline performance

South Wales Argus·31 Aug
Council

Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen councils shortlisted for two Welsh Local Government Awards

Blaenau Gwent and Torfaen councils shortlisted for two Welsh Local Government Awards  Cwmbranlife

Cwmbranlife·30 Aug
News

'Idea for pet crematorium came to me at my mother's funeral'

Pets at Rest in Cwmbran seeking permission to continue operating beyond the end of this year.

South Wales Argus·30 Aug
News

Latest business to open in Cwmbran town centre welcomes first customers

A new independent opticians has opened in Cwmbran town centre, offering eye tests, urgent eye care and 20 per cent off until the end of September.

South Wales Argus·29 Aug
News

A mystery collection has been handed to police - does any of it belong to you?

A number of radios have been handed in to police after being found in the Coed Eva area of Cwmbran, according to Gwent Police.

South Wales Argus·29 Aug
News

Could this one-day closure disrupt your regular journey with specialist diversions?

A road in Cwmbran will be closed temporarily for poling works.

South Wales Argus·28 Aug
News

Could this overnight closure impact your weekend travel plans?

A section of Fairwater Way in Cwmbran will be closed for maintenance work.

South Wales Argus·28 Aug
Council

Council capital funding: £216k investment in cemeteries and £150k for canal improvements

Council capital funding: £216k investment in cemeteries and £150k for canal improvements  Cwmbranlife

Cwmbranlife·28 Aug