Stephen Whitehorn topped the poll in the Two Locks ward by-election, securing almost as many votes as the four other parties combined.
Family tribute to girl, 17, killed in Cwmbran crash
The family of Demi Edmunds, 17, from Caldicot, have paid tribute after she died in a collision on the A4042 in Cwmbran.
Girl, 17, dies after collision on A4042 in Cwmbran
A 17-year-old girl from Caldicot has died following a collision involving three cars and a pedestrian on the A4042 in Cwmbran on Thursday afternoon.
Boy, 11, saves sister from rogue firework in Pontypool
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Reform UK achieves historic breakthrough in Welsh local politics as Stuart Keyte secures Trevethin and Penygarn by-election, defeating Labour by nearly 200 votes.