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Garage resubmits plan to convert part of building into takeaway

A planning application has been submitted to Blaenau Gwent Council to change a garage into a takeaway in Abertillery.

South Wales Argus·4d ago
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Man accused of strangling woman to face jury trial just before Christmas

A 38-year-old man accused of intentionally strangling a woman and causing actual bodily harm in Abertillery has pleaded not guilty and will stand trial

South Wales Argus·16 Aug
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Woman caught speeding at 42mph in 20mph zone gets six points

Kelly Hughes, 39, of Abertillery, was fined and given six penalty points after admitting driving at 42mph in a 20mph zone on Beaufort Road, Ebbw Vale

South Wales Argus·31 Jul
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Nearly everyone opposed school closure – but councillors could approve it anyway

Despite universal opposition Blaenau Gwent education chiefs will advise councillors to go ahead with the closure of a primary school in Abertillery.

South Wales Argus·10 Jul
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“No clear pathway” - Woman urges better support for people living with chronic pain

A woman from Abertillery has spoken out about the "cracks" in NHS care after waiting 25 years for a diagnosis

South Wales Argus·3 Jul
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Police launch search for missing 13-year-old Dominic last seen in Cwmbran

Missing 13-year-old from Abertillery has links to Cwmbran

South Wales Argus·2 Jul
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Car sales site ran for years without permission — now a bid to legalise it

Plans to legitimise a car sales showroom that has been operating without planning permission in Abertillery for nearly five years have been lodged.

South Wales Argus·11 Jun
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Two men killed in mining accident near Abertillery 100 years ago

This week, we take a look at some of the stories we reported back in 1926 and 1976.

South Wales Argus·8 Jun
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Locked Up - Dangerous driver, domestic abuser, thieves and drug dealer caged

THESE criminals from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Abertillery and Tredegar have been jailed recently.

South Wales Argus·7 Jun
Council

Protest held as opposition to Abertillery school campus closure mounts

Protest held as opposition to Abertillery school campus closure mounts  Wales Online

Wales Online·3 Jun
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'Cowardly' domestic abuser left ex-partner in 'constant state of fear'

DOMESTIC abuser Mark Powell, 44, of Abertillery, left his now ex-partner in a ‘constant state of fear’ after harassing her for almost two years.

South Wales Argus·30 May
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Police seize BMW after driver caught without insurance

BMW car seized by Gwent Police in Abertillery after driver was caught without insurance

South Wales Argus·17 May
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Thug pleads guilty to harassing and assaulting woman

Mark Powell, 44, of Attlee Avenue, Abertillery was remanded in custody ahead of sentence

South Wales Argus·10 May
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Man appears in court charged with GBH with intent after ‘alleyway assault’

Ian Hulme, 55, is accused of attacking Dean Howells off Division Street in Abertillery at around midnight on Monday, May 4

South Wales Argus·8 May
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55-year-old charged after man left with 'serious' head injuries

A 55-year-old man has been charged with grievous bodily harm with intent after a serious assault in an Abertillery alleyway. He is due before Newport Magistrates’ Court today.

South Wales Argus·6 May
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8-year-old from Gwent completes mud run in memory of her Nan

An eight-year-old girl from Abertillery has completed a mud-filled challenge, raising over £600 in memory of her grandmother.

South Wales Argus·6 May
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Arrest after 60-year-old found critically injured with 'serious head injury'

Police say a 55‑year‑old man has been arrested after a 60‑year‑old man suffered a serious head injury in an alleyway off Division Street in Abertillery.

South Wales Argus·5 May
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Man suffers serious head injury after late-night alleyway attack

Gwent Police are appealing for information following reports of a serious assault on Division Street in Abertillery

South Wales Argus·4 May
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Primary school closure moves closer – even as parents strongly object

A final decision on closing a primary school in Abertillery is set to be taken by all councillors this summer.

South Wales Argus·4 May
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Council faces huge dilemma after massive opposition to school closure

PLANS to close a primary school in Abertillery have gone down like a lead balloon.

South Wales Argus·3 May
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Elderly pedestrian taken to hospital after crash on this street

An 85-year-old man has been taken to hospital after a crash involving a car and a pedestrian on Alma Street, Abertillery.

South Wales Argus·23 Apr
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Part of former pub could be turned into 'temporary' bedsits

PART of a former pub in Abertillery could be turned into bedrooms for “temporary accommodation” as fresh plans for the building are revealed

South Wales Argus·20 Apr
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Man and woman plead guilty to cocaine and cannabis supply charges

Christian Byrne, 43, from Undy and Kristina Laing, 25, from Abertillery pleaded guilty

South Wales Argus·20 Apr
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In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court

In court from Newport, Abertillery, Pontypool and Blackwood

South Wales Argus·17 Apr
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Locked Up: Criminals jailed recently for drug dealing and violence

THESE criminals from Newport, Risca and Abertillery have been locked up recently.

South Wales Argus·12 Apr
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Woman with history of violence locked up for assaulting police officers

Alison Sanders, 50, from Abertillery jailed for assaulting police officers

South Wales Argus·9 Apr
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Drugs boss and his runner locked up for selling cocaine

A drug dealing duo from Abertillery who sold cocaine in the Gwent Valleys have been locked up

South Wales Argus·2 Apr
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Cwmbran Town FC vs. Abertillery Bluebirds AFC | Elite Stands UK Ardal South East League 25/26

Get ready, Abertillery! Our Bluebirds are taking on Cwmbran Town FC in the Elite Stands UK Ardal South East League. It's sure to be a thrilling match for all our local football fans!

FAW·16 Mar
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Abertillery cocaine dealer jailed for more than five years

Great news for Abertillery! A local man involved in dealing cocaine has been sentenced to over five years behind bars. This is a positive step for our community's safety.

South Wales Argus·28 Feb
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Chepstow Town FC vs. Abertillery Bluebirds AFC | Elite Stands UK Ardal South East League 25/26

Big match day coming up for our Abertillery Bluebirds AFC! They're heading off to face Chepstow Town FC in the Elite Stands UK Ardal South East League. Let's get behind our lads for the 25/26 season!

FAW·16 Feb
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OrangeBox Theatre Group: ABBA STARS live in Abertillery

Get ready, Abertillery! Our very own OrangeBox Theatre Group is bringing the magic of ABBA STARS to town for a spectacular live performance. It's going to be a fantastic night out right here on our doorstep!

Penarth Times·8 Jan
Council

Abertillery: Collapsed coal tip led to 'frightening' landslip

Abertillery: Collapsed coal tip led to 'frightening' landslip  BBC

BBC·25 Nov