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Boy, 11, saves sister from rogue firework in Pontypool

Jordan Jones 3 days agoGood News, Pontypool, South Wales, Torfaen, Wales News Leave a Comment

Olly suffered burns to his head, neck and hands after pushing his two-year-old sister Daisy to safety when a firework toppled over at a Bonfire Night display.

Man charged with murder of Duane Keen in Blaenavon

Jordan Jones October 19, 2025South Wales, Torfaen, Tribute, Wales News Leave a Comment

A 34-year-old man from Torfaen has been charged with murder following the death of 47-year-old Duane Keen, who died at an address in Riverside Drive, Blaenavon.

Teen Charged Under Terrorism Act in Gwent Police Operation

Jordan Jones July 10, 2025Crime & Court, Cwmbran, South Wales, Torfaen, Wales News Leave a Comment

A 17-year-old from Cwmbran has been charged under the Terrorism Act and remanded in custody, with police addressing social media misinformation.

Cwmbran Man Arrested in Oakfield Cannabis Raid

Jordan Jones June 2, 2025Crime & Court, Cwmbran, South Wales, Torfaen, Wales News Leave a Comment

Police seize drugs, cash and paraphernalia during morning warrant as 27-year-old remains in custody on supply charges.

Torfaen Term-time Holiday Fines Rise by 11% in Past Year

Jordan Jones May 10, 2025South Wales, Torfaen, Wales News Leave a Comment

Torfaen Council issued more penalties to parents for unauthorised school absences, with 261 fixed penalty notices requested in 2024-25.

Tributes Pour in for Motorcyclist Killed in Cwmbran Crash

Jordan Jones March 20, 2025Cwmbran, South Wales, Torfaen, Tribute, Wales News Leave a Comment

The family of Jordan Thomas, 25, have paid tribute following his death in a motorcycle crash near Cwmbran Retail Park on Sunday.

Cwmbran Baker Fined £4,300 for Shocking Hygiene Failures

Jordan Jones March 16, 2025Cwmbran, South Wales, Torfaen, Wales News Leave a Comment

Greenmeadow Bakery owner Robert Iggulden pleaded guilty to three food hygiene breaches after inspectors found mould, dirt and unsafe food storage during a routine check that forced temporary closure.

Reform UK Claims First Welsh Council Seat in Torfaen Victory

Jordan Jones February 14, 2025Politics, South Wales, Torfaen, Wales News Leave a Comment

Reform UK achieves historic breakthrough in Welsh local politics as Stuart Keyte secures Trevethin and Penygarn by-election, defeating Labour by nearly 200 votes.

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