A new mural has been unveiled in Pontypool town centre celebrating the town’s history. The artwork in Riverside Car Park by artist Andy O'Rourke was commissioned by artREGEN, with additional work designed by West Monmouth School pupils still to come. The work is being done alongside plans to improve the car park by the Pontypool Community Taskforce and the council. #TorfaenDeal https://orlo.uk/daCBu | Torfaen
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A new mural has been unveiled in Pontypool town centre celebrating the town’s history. The artwork in Riverside Car Park by artist Andy O'Rourke was commissioned by artREGEN, with additional work designed by West Monmouth School pupils still to come. The work is being done alongside plans to improve the car park by the Pontypool Community Taskforce and the council. #TorfaenDeal https://orlo.uk/daCBu | Torfaen
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Torfaen Bowls has hit the jack-pot thanks to funding from the council and Halo Leisure. They will receive an additional £82,000 from the council's Members' Choice Fund towards the cost of repairs to the roof of their centre in Cwmbran. It means they can also look to upgrade the flooring, which will be supported by Halo Leisure. The club has 170 members, aged between seven and 97. | Torfaen
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Torfaen Bowls has hit the jack-pot thanks to funding from the council and Halo Leisure. They will receive an additional £82,000 from the council's Members' Choice Fund towards the cost of repairs to the roof of their centre in Cwmbran. It means they can also look to upgrade the flooring, which will be supported by Halo Leisure. The club has 170 members, aged between seven and 97. | Torfaen
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Late-night introductions and last-minute stays. They are part and parcel of emergency foster care. But it’s a warm welcome that makes them feel at home. Watch Gwynfor’s video as he talks more about emergency foster care Visit: https://orlo.uk/i2GaS | Torfaen
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Late-night introductions and last-minute stays. They are part and parcel of emergency foster care. But it’s a warm welcome that makes them feel at home. Watch Gwynfor’s video as he talks more about emergency foster care Visit: https://orlo.uk/i2GaS | Torfaen
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If you're fretting about cooking next week's Christmas dinner - spare a thought for the council's school catering team. This month, the team has served up over 7,000 turkey dinners across 26 primary schools and two secondary schools. Read more: https://orlo.uk/onA1z | Torfaen
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If you're fretting about cooking next week's Christmas dinner - spare a thought for the council's school catering team. This month, the team has served up over 7,000 turkey dinners across 26 primary schools and two secondary schools. Read more: https://orlo.uk/onA1z | Torfaen
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🎃 Don't let your pumpkins go to waste this Halloween season! ♻️ Recycle them, compost them, or turn them into delicious meals. Find out more about recycling your food waste in Torfaen here 👉 https://orlo.uk/hvFUv | Torfaen
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⚠️ Storm Goretti is on the way ⚠️ Rain and snow are expected tomorrow evening into Friday morning, which could cause disruption across Torfaen. ✅ Our teams are out gritting roads and monitoring conditions closely. Stay informed: • Keep up to date with the latest weather by visiting the Met Office: https://orlo.uk/XEXlV • Find out more about our winter maintenance program here: https://bit.ly/49vKtRv 📚 School closures: Check your child’s school website and social media for closure updates. ❄️ Se
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Unfortunately due to the extent of the damage caused to the public toilets in Blaenavon last month, the toilets will remain closed for the time being. Details of alternative public accessible toilets can be found here: https://orlo.uk/ACrLO | Torfaen
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Grassland managed for biodiversity to more than double Over the next two years, an additional 58 hectares (127 sites) will be added to the council’s environmentally-friendly and sustainable grassland management programme, more than doubling the current areas included. Cabinet members approved the decision this week following a public consultation in July, in which 64 per cent of people said they supported the proposals. https://orlo.uk/1VOq7 | Torfaen
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Storm Éowyn is expected to bring very strong winds and some disruption to Torfaen on Friday. Our teams will be out working hard, but there are ways you can help yourself and your neighbours too. Here are a few tips ahead of the storm: • If you spot a flooding risk, such as a drain requiring cleansing or an issue with a manhole in a public place, contact us here: https://orlo.uk/opXhg Please don't take matters into your own hands and lift covers off drains as this can be dangerous for response te
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Don’t miss out! More than 1,000 local people have responded to the Let’s Talk: Living in Torfaen residents survey already. Make sure you’re a part of this important survey and take part today. Thank you! https://orlo.uk/3Jh45 Closes 10/1/25 | Torfaen
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Improvements to Cwmbran Library were officially unveiled by Council Leader Cllr Anthony Hunt today. Guests were welcomed with traditional songs performed by the Pontnewydd Male Voice Choir, while the library’s Knit & Natter group led craft activities with children from Our Lady of the Angels RC Primary School. Upgrades include a brighter layout, new teenage and wellbeing areas, more study space, flexible shelving, and Hublet tablets for digital access. The project was funded by £300,000 from the
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More than 7,000 Christmas dinners have been enjoyed in schools, thanks to Torfaen Catering. Including these...warning don't watch when hungry! Thank you all our catering staff and schools | Torfaen
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Pupils from Llantarnam School have had the chance to try out the council's new mobile enforcement car! They learnt about how the car works and how it will help improve road safety by enforcing parking restrictions... ✅ Around schools ✅ At bus stops ✅ On zigzag lines ✅ In loading bays ✅ In no loading/unloading zones ✅ On double yellow lines with kerb markings Blue Badge holders can still park on single or double yellow lines for up to three hours, provided there are no loading restrictions and it
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Get ready to unleash your inner Rocky! Thanks to Shared Prosperity Funding, a brand-new outdoor gym is now open, and it's time to train like a champ! Whether you're looking to build strength, boost endurance, or just enjoy the fresh air, we've got everything you need to go the distance. Come on down to Northfields Recreation Grounds in Cwmbran, opposite the skate park, and start your fitness journey today. Children and adults welcome! Read the full press release: https://orlo.uk/9uXGU | Torfaen
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If you can’t make any meals out of your leftovers they can be recycled or composted. If you would like to start composting at home the Council offers subsidised compost bins. For more information call 0845 1306090 or visit https://orlo.uk/Wdrck | Torfaen
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The gritters will be out and about tonight as road temperatures fall below zero so wrap up warm. Tomorrow will see a cold and crisp day with wintry sunny spells in the morning. Turning cloudy from the west in the afternoon with a few spots of rain possible into the evening | Torfaen
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Work to transform a derelict piece of land in Pontnewynydd into an inclusive play park has been completed. This week, children from Osborne Lodge nursery and representatives from Ty Nant Ddu, a day centre for people with disabilities, were at the opening where they had the chance to try out the new play equipment. Read more: https://orlo.uk/WFLBu | Torfaen
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A new park and ride facility at Pontypool and New Inn Railway Station has opened. An accessible footbridge connects the station with a new car park, which includes disabled spaces and secure bike storage. https://orlo.uk/wcCKi | Torfaen
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Matt's hack of the day is to avoid putting liquid items, such as milk and oil in your food waste. Be Mighty. Recycle food waste 💯 Find out how to recycle in Torfaen https://orlo.uk/quqIf | Torfaen
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Today, community representatives and members of Torfaen Council held a flag raising ceremony at Civic Centre in Pontypool to mark the start of Armed Forces Week. The event, held in honour of brave service men and women, both past and present, took take place at 9:30am and was attended by local dignitaries and veterans. In addition, a small service took place with members of Gwent’s Royal British Legion, to unveil their Freedom of the Borough award at Civic Centre. Read more: https://orlo.uk/0eDf
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School children joined local community heroes at a special event at Greenmeadow Community Farm this week. The farm was chosen as the only place in Wales to host a Royal Foundation Together at Christmas carol service, alongside Westminster Abbey and 14 other places in the UK. It included performances by the Federation of Blenheim Road Community and Coed Eva Primary School and Ysgol Gymraeg Cwmbran choirs and a special message from HRH Princess of Wales. The Together at Christmas services will be
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🕒 Don’t forget – the clocks go back by one hour this Sunday! As the days get shorter and the nights draw in, it’s a great time to reflect on how our teams work around the clock to support the people of Torfaen. From helping children get the best start in life, improving health and well-being, to making Torfaen a great place to live – our services are here for you from dawn to dusk. 🎥 Watch our short 'day in the life' video... | Torfaen
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A huge thank you to Cardiff Rivers Group and Keep Wales Tidy - Cadwch Gymru'n Daclus for teaming up with us last Friday to clean up a section of the watercourse at Pentre Lane, Cwmbran. Three transit vans full of rubbish were removed — including the remains of a cannabis farm, a TV, netting, chairs, a divan bed, and 405 nitrous oxide canisters. By working together, we’re helping make Torfaen a cleaner and greener place to live, work and visit. 💚 | Torfaen
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Veterans of the Armed Forces, council, community representatives, and residents have gathered at locations across Torfaen to mark Armistice day. A two-minute silence was observed at the Pontypool Park war memorial gates, marking the exact moment the guns fell silent in World War I, and honouring those who gave their lives for our freedom today. "On the 11th hour of the 11th day of 11th month, we will remember them" | Torfaen
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Wondering what else can go in the garden waste bin apart from grass? Take a look here to find out how you can help raise the recycling rate in Torfaen here: https://orlo.uk/u7RC5 | Torfaen
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Ladies of Torfaen, our Torfaen Sports Development team are gearing up for the next IFYOUGOIGO programme due to start later this month. If you are looking for more ways to live | Torfaen
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