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Two Monmouthshire towns voted amongst the best in the UK

Two of Monmouthshire’s towns have been named amongst the best towns and villages in the Uk, by Which? members. Consumer group Which? recently conducted survey to determine the best destinations for peace and quiet, beautiful scenery, as well as food and…

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Torfaen Tigers WheelChair League team

Wheelchair Rugby League Team needs your help

A Wheelchair Rugby league team is on the look out for players and sponsors to ensure their continued growth. Wheelchair Rugby League is an inclusive sport that offers both disabled and non-disabled players the opportunity to compete both with and against…

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Call for English versions of place names to be banned

Call for English versions of place names to be banned

Following news that Brecon Beacons was officially switching it’s name to Bannau Brycheiniog by National Park chiefs, a petition has been started to change the English version of towns throughout Wales. The campaign launched by a language extremist, Mihangel ap Rhisiart,…

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20 MPH

20mph speed limit to spread across Wales

The 20mph speed limit will be rolled out across Wales on 17 September 2023. The new law to make Wales the first nation to impose 20mph as the default on all restricted roads was passed by the Welsh Parliament in July…

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Alison Tod World Renowned Miliner

Exquisite Dress Boutique Opens in Abergavenny

AN ABERGAVENNY-based hat designer, renowned in the fashion world for her signature plumes, has expanded her brand with the opening of a dress boutique in the heart of the historic market town. Alison Tod is an award-winning milliner whose career spans…

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Small Business Saturday

Saturday, 3rd December sees the return of Small Business Saturday. Now in its tenth year,, the campaign has grown significantly year on year encouraging millions to shop small. Our small businesses are vital to having thriving high streets and bustling communities. They…

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HSBC to close branches in Abergavenny and Chepstow

HSBC to close branches in Monmouthshire

HSBC will close 114 branches in Britain from April 2023, the British lender said on Wednesday, the latest in a string of such announcements by retail banks in the country as they slash their networks to try and cut costs. The Abergavenny…

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Poppy Appeal

This year’s Poppy Appeal takes place from Thursday 27th October until Remembrance Sunday on Sunday 13th November. By donating to the Poppy Appeal you’re helping to provide ongoing vital support to the Armed Forces community, ensuring their unique contribution is never forgotten. Your…

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Abergavenny Post Office Relocation Proposal

The Royal Mail are proposing to relocate the Post Office branch from St John’s square, Abergavenny to a new location in the Ryman store at 17A Cibi Walk, Frogmore Street, Abergavenny The lease at the current premises is due to expire…

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Road to close during the weekday for three weeks

A BUSY Monmouthshire road will be closed for three weeks whilst resurfacing work takes place. A stretch of the Blaenavon Road which runs between Govilon and Blaenavon Monmouthshire council will carry out work to resurface Blaenavon Road (B4246) in Govilon, from…

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