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NewsSouth Wales Argus

Demolition begins on fire-damaged former pub as 36 flats get green light

Demolition begins at Pontllanfraith’s former Tredegar Junction Hotel, set to become 36 affordable flats, including nine for social rent, backed by the Council.

11 October 2026
South Wales Argus

"It is rare to see such an arrogant proposal" - Quarry expansion blocked

A planned quarry extension near Tredegar has been blocked over its impact on common land.

29 September 2026
South Wales Argus

Major Newport employer closes office for final time after decades in the city

Lloyds closes its Tredegar Park office in Newport in a blow for city, relocating staff to Cardiff. The bank says there will be no job losses.

26 September 2026
South Wales Argus

New children's care home plans aren't on the table - but there's a catch

Blaenau Gwent Council has no current plans for more children’s care homes, following two facilities in Tredegar, but future development is not ruled out.

17 September 2026
South Wales Argus

Drink-driver banned after getting behind the wheel whilst over the limit

Michael Szefler, 37, of Tredegar, has been banned from driving for three years after being caught over the drink-drive limit in Cardiff.

16 September 2026
South Wales Argus

Revealed: Picture of woman who made false claims ex-husband cop was a rapist

Jennifer Pritchard, 47, from Tredegar was jailed after falsely accusing her police officer ex-husband of being a rapist and baby killer in a malicious Facebook campaign

14 September 2026
Wales Online

Girl, 13, from Tredegar missing for days

Officers are appealing for information to help them find Lacey

14 September 2026
South Wales Argus

Man admits controlling ex-girlfriend for 15 months on day of trial

A Tredegar man admitted controlling and coercive behaviour towards his former girlfriend over a 15-month period and pleaded guilty to a burglary offence at Cardiff Crown Court

10 September 2026
South Wales Argus

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

6 September 2026
South Wales Argus

First look - Images reveal new adventure play area planned for historic estate

National Trust Cymru to open a new inclusive children’s play area at Tredegar House, Newport, celebrating heritage and sustainability.

4 September 2026
South Wales Argus

Drivers blocked pavements and roads, so police took action

Police have issued parking notices in Tredegar following reports of vehicles blocking pavements and causing obstructions.

30 August 2026
South Wales Argus

What happened after residents reported a suspicious vehicle?

A damaged and unsecured vehicle has been recovered by police in Tredegar following a report from the public.

30 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Man admits stealing £7,000 quad bike and racially abusing police officer

A Tredegar man has admitted stealing a £7,000 quad bike from a garage in Clydach and racially abusing a police officer

29 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Tredegar House to welcome visitors for free during Cadw Open Doors

A historic house in Newport will open its doors to the public free of charge next month as part of Cadw's annual celebration of Welsh heritage.

28 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Residents told to shut windows as Category 3 wildfire keeps burning

South Wales Fire and Rescue Service is tackling a Category 3 wildfire at Cefn Golau, Tredegar.

24 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Police are carrying out regular patrols - but what are residents being urged to do?

Regular police patrols are taking place in Tredegar as part of ongoing community engagement efforts.

23 August 2026
Wales Online

People desperately try to stop New Tredegar wildfire spreading to homes

A fire broke out in a Welsh village and locals took it upon themselves to stop it spreading

21 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Sexual 'predator' who humiliated and degraded two women jailed for 12 years

Tredegar man jailed for 12 years after being convicted of raping one woman and sexually assaulting another

21 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Men facing jail after they plead guilty to heroin and cocaine supply offences

David McPaul and Nicky Harris have admitted supplying heroin and cocaine in Tredegar and now face immediate jail sentences at court

17 August 2026
South Wales Argus

Man pleads guilty to urinating in public in town centre

Jason Llewellyn from Tredegar has pleaded guilty to urinating in public in Castle Street

15 August 2026

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