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Big extension to Powys caravan park called in to be heard by councillors
PLANS to extend a caravan park near Hay-on-Wye could be decided by Powys councillors at a future meeting. Last month James Lloyd-Jones of Hillandale Caravan Parks lodged a planning application with county planners to change the use of a field to
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First football player to score for Newtown in Europe dies aged 49
The man who scored Newtown Football Club’s first ever goal in Europe has died at the age of 49. Romilly Brown, who also played for Llansantffraid, Oswestry Town and Shrewsbury Town, died on Saturday, May 11. Tributes poured in across mid Wales
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Pesky mice knock out internet connections in part of Powys town
Homes in Llanfair Caereinion were left without internet after pesky mice chewed through vital broadband cables. Rodents in the Powys town caused several houses to be left without internet for the day on Tuesday (May 14), while engineers were dispatched
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Natural Resources Wales reveals why stretch of Powys river has turned brown
Parts of the River Wye have turned a light brown colour as a result of both torrential rain and landslips over the weekend. Natural Resources Wales has been investigating reports about the colour of the Wye, stating that a combination of heavy
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Teachers taking strike action TWICE at Powys primary school this week
TEACHERS at a Powys primary school who have mounting concerns over management practices, redundancy and staff wellbeing are striking again this week. Members of NASUWT – the teachers’ union – at Llangors Church in Wales Primary School are taking
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Controversial Welsh farming subsidies scheme delayed for a year
The controversial sustainable farming scheme in Wales has been delayed for a year after countrywide protests including several in Powys. Welsh Government Ministers have now accepted “changes will be needed” to the scheme and have delayed its roll
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Powys political rivals vie to be Senedd's top dog - in pet contest!
Powys MSs James Evans and Jane Dodds are stepping up to compete for the inaugural ‘Senedd Dog of the Year 2024’ title. On May 23, the Mss will be calling on their constituents for canine support. Mr Evans and Ms Dodds, Members of the Senedd
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Electric charging points to be installed at service station on edge of Welshpool
PLANS for eight electric vehicle charging points at a petrol station on the outskirts of Welshpool have been given the go-ahead by Powys planners. Back in March, Rontec Service Stations who run Welshpool Service Station at Buttington Cross just
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Well-known Welshpool town centre building goes up for sale for £150,000
A historic landmark building in the centre of Welshpool is to go under the hammer at an auction next month. The Old Coach Chambers, a grade II-listed former pub on Church Street opposite the Royal Oak Hotel, is going up for sale with a guide price
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'Active' Welshpool farmer died after fall at home, says coroner
A ‘FIT and active’ Welshpool farmer died after a fall down stairs at his home, a coroner has ruled. John Harold Breeze, 80, died at Royal Shrewsbury Hospital (RSH) on Tuesday, May 7 after he was found at the bottom of his stairs by his wife on
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Expert reveals how to keep spiders out of your home
With the weather warming up, many of us have been noticing more and more spiders in our homes. While spider mating season doesn’t begin until September, spiders still aren’t the most welcome house guests regardless of the time of year. Experts
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Newtown after school club gets highest possible rating after recent inspection
A Newtown after school club has been given the highest possible rating after a recent inspection. The Kids World Out of School Club based at the Northside Centre in Newtown was lavished with praise by the Care Inspectorate of Wales (CIW) for having
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Two-week countdown to Urdd Eisteddfod as tens of thousands set to visit Powys
With just two weeks to go until the 2024 Urdd Eisteddfod, Powys is preparing top welcome people from across Wales for one of Europe’s biggest youth festivals. In a fortnight, Powys will welcome the Maldwyn 2024 Urdd Eisteddfod. Excitement is building
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London couple ridiculed for branding Powys 'inconvenient' and 'unfriendly'
A couple who swapped big city life for Powys during the pandemic, but who then moved back to London after finding rural life “inconvenient” and the people “unkind”, have been criticised for their claims. Jimi Aldcroft and wife Tess left London
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Powys man who admits supplying Class A drugs charges to be sentenced
A POWYS man will be sentenced next month after he admitted multiple drugs offences – including supplying Class A drugs. Cole Williams, 22, appeared at Merthyr Tydfil Crown Court on Monday, May 13, and was told to return to court in June for sentencing
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Powys company welcomes eye-catching bright pink road machines
A PAVING company is supporting the fight against breast cancer - by revealing two bright pink pieces of heavy machinery that have been added to its fleet. Claire and David Francis, directors of MP Paver Hire & Surfacing Ltd in Penrhos by Llanymynech
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Powys prisoner died after being found unresponsive in his cell, inquest hears
A Powys man who was found unconscious in his prison cell died in hospital only less than a month after being sent to jail, a pre-inquest review into his death has heard. Shane Davies, who had lived in both Llandrindod and Rhayader, was 33 years
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Powis Castle's head gardener shares spring's best garden highlights
Powis Castle and Garden’s Head Gardener has shared the best blooms to spot in May. The world-famous garden in Welshpool comes alive in May, showcasing towering rhododendrons and tumbling wisteria. David Swanton, the head gardener, is eager