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Children in Monmouthshire have been leading the way in encouraging people to buy Fairtrade Easter eggs and chocolate this Easter by designing posters for a competition organised by Monmouthshire County…

Monmouthshire County Council has taken the decision to close the Old Wye Bridge in Chepstow to all users following recommendations from specialist engineers. The bridge, which connects Bridge Street with…

The Gwent Green Grid Partnership hosted a celebration of a spectacular new multimedia artwork celebrating the incredible biodiversity of our region. The BioTapestry is an ambitious 70-metre-long creation, created by community groups…

A new exhibition has recently opened at Chepstow Museum tracing the ever‑changing rhythms and moods of the River Wye from its source at Pumlumon to its tidal meeting with the…

Monmouthshire County Council has finished 2nd in Wales for its recycling rate. Figures for 2024-5 recently released put Monmouthshire at 72.3% for the proportion of waste collected that is reused,…

Monmouthshire and Gloucestershire County Councils have agreed to the creation of a cross-boundary work group to develop solutions to the long-standing congestion issues in the Chepstow area. The working group…

Monmouthshire Children’s Services Christmas Wishes campaign returned for its 9th year and brought much needed support to vulnerable families and young people. In a year where so many people and businesses…

Volunteers from Monmouthshire’s four Benthyg Libraries of Things gathered at County Hall recently to celebrate all that the projects have achieved to date. Benthyg is the Welsh word for borrow…

Schools, village halls and community groups have taken up the challenge to join in Monmouthshire’s biggest ever Fairtrade coffee morning. More than 30 different events are being held by schools…

Following the success of the Thriving Communities Event in 2024, we are excited to announce its return, this time with two separate events.  The events will be hosted in Magor…

Monmouthshire County Council would like to reiterate its thanks to the people and organisations who contributed to the consultation on its Deposit Replacement Local Development Plan in November and December 2024.  More…

Schools and community groups in Monmouthshire are invited to be part of the county’s biggest ever Fairtrade Coffee Morning during this year’s Fairtrade Fortnight from 22nd September to 5th October….

Today, 21 August 2025, Monmouthshire students have collected their GCSE results. This date marks the end of months of hard work and is one which learners will have marked out,…

Today, 14 August 2025, Monmouthshire students have collected their A-Level, AS Level and BTEC results. This date is one which learners will have marked out, as they plan their next…

Monmouthshire County Council is proud to be supporting World Breastfeeding Week this August with a new Breastfeeding Welcome Scheme. World Breastfeeding Week runs from August 1st to 7th and is…

Have your say on Monmouthshire County Council’s plans to transform two Chepstow playgrounds.  The council has received a limited share of the £5million allocated by the Welsh Government for improving…

On Saturday, 19 July, 2025, Monmouthshire County Council met with the Monmouthshire Ukrainian Group in Chepstow (MUGiC) at the Upcycle Café in the town. The community engagement event was well attended…

Monmouthshire County Council is delighted to announce that our attractions and open spaces continue to gather recognition, with the Green Flag Award. This award gives recognition to locations which offer…

Monmouthshire County Council has received funding from the Welsh Government to make improvements to Linda Vista Gardens in Abergavenny. The funding has been secured as part of the Brilliant Basics…

Monmouthshire County Council is proud to announce the launch of its STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) Programme. The programme, supported by the Welsh Government, aims to attract new businesses…

Last week, the MonLife Sports Development Team hosted primary school pupils from across Monmouthshire at their annual PlayMaker Conferences. The conference brings together Monmouthshire’s young leaders for training and to celebrate their leadership journeys….

Monmouthshire County Council held its annual youth conference on Friday 23 May at County Hall in Usk. The youth conference allows young people from schools across the county to unpack…

Monmouthshire County Council are celebrating the incredible work of Food Partnerships across the country, including the work of Monmouthshire Food Partnership. Food Sense Wales has recently published the Local Food…

The National Exercise Referral Scheme (NERS) has positively impacted more than 1,000 individuals in Monmouthshire over the past 12 months. The programme, funded by the Welsh Government, helps improve the…

A six-metre common swift tower has been installed at County Hall in Usk as part of the Gwent Green Grid Shared Prosperity Funding for enhancing Green Spaces. The tower, which…

A giant puppet, poetry, community choir and advice on funding were amongst the highlights of Monmouthshire’s second Creative Celebration. On Friday, 11 April, County Hall was once again full of…

West Gloucester and Dean Forest Motorcycle Club are holding the 38th Wyegate Motorcycle Trial on Sunday 13 April.  The club is a member of Trail Riders Fellowship, which requires members to follow…

Mechanical tree felling at Mill Common in Magor as part of The Woodland Investment Grant (TWIG) has been paused due to the progressing spring and the discovery of several bird nests in the area. Ecologists have been working…

Monmouthshire County Council’s Assistive and Smart Technology Service, along with the Social Care and Health directorate, provides technological solutions to help people live comfortably and securely in their own homes….

Monmouthshire County Council are working to install new waste mitigation measures in Chepstow to help alleviate the impact of residential and business waste and recycling left on the street in…

A Monmouthshire Primary School has become the first in the county to have achieved the Armed Forces Friendly Schools Bronze Award. As well as being the first school in Monmouthshire…

Monmouthshire County Council have collaborated with Streetwave to provide a mobile coverage checker for its residents to check their mobile signal. The council began working with Streetwave to measure signal…

Monmouthshire County Council held a festive event in Caldicot to highlight all the good work in the region’s libraries. Caldicot Community Hub was the setting for the Christmas Celebration this…

Following Storm Bert over the weekend, Monmouthshire County Council’s officers are working diligently across the county to address the aftermath of the flooding. As of today, November 25, a significant…

Changes to the recycling and waste collection schedule across Monmouthshire have come into force as of this morning. From 21/10/2024, recycling and waste collection days in all areas of Monmouthshire…

Residents and dignitaries gathered on a beautiful sunny Friday afternoon in early September to celebrate the completion of an important project for Monmouth town. The project, funded by the Welsh…

At the Abergavenny Food Festival on Sunday, September 22, 2024, students from four Monmouthshire primary schools showcased their culinary talents, impressing judges and audiences with their innovative chickpea korma.  The…

1st October is the International Day of Older People. To mark the occasion, Monmouthshire County Council’s Older People’s Champion, Cllr Jackie Strong, Cabinet Member for Cabinet Member for Social Care, Safeguarding…

Monmouthshire County Council are working closely with Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for Wales (RFCA) to find a solution to issues arising from the closure of Inglis Bridge in Monmouth…

Pupils in Monmouthshire are joining with thousands of people across Britain to celebrate 30 years of the Fairtrade Mark, as they take part in Fairtrade Fortnight from 9th – 22nd September…

This week, Monmouthshire County Council’s Community Learning team proudly participated in Adult Learners Week. This annual campaign, organised in partnership with the Welsh Government, encourages lifelong learning and highlights the diverse opportunities…

Monmouthshire County Council will host a pair of job and employment fairs next month. The fairs will take place on September 12 and 19, with the former at Abergavenny Market…

The Borough Theatre’s Autumn 2024 programme is packed with shows, concerts and events to suit all tastes. Drama enthusiasts are well catered for this season, with Black Rat Productions returning to…

A gardening calendar has recently been unveiled at the Royal Welsh Show and will soon be adopted by schools across Monmouthshire. The School Growing Calendar was launched by Adam Jones…

A once-neglected patch of land at TogetherWORKS in Caldicot has blossomed into a vibrant community garden, thanks to the tireless efforts of dedicated volunteers. Flower beds and thriving vegetable plots…

The Chainbridge at Kemeys Commander will be subject to a new weight restriction, as a result of the special monitoring measures which have been in operation for several years.  Monmouthshire County…

Monmouthshire County Council is delighted to announce that our attractions and open spaces continue to gather recognition, with the Green Flag Award. Rogiet Countryside Park is the latest addition to…

The Gwent Green Grid and Abergavenny Town Council collaborated on a project to enhance an area of Bailey Park in Abergavenny with a new art installation. Drawing on SPF (shared…

A series of free Family Volunteering Club are taking place in Abergavenny, this summer. Family Volunteering Club makes it easy for children aged and their grown-ups to help out at…

Wales Nature Week is an annual celebration of nature showcasing the fantastic habitats and species of Wales. There are many events available around Wales or you can simply get out…

To celebrate Healthy Eating Week, colleagues from Monmouthshire County Council recently joined forces with dedicated teachers from Monmouthshire primary schools and partners from The British Nutrition Foundation Food a Fact of Life Education…

 The Assistivetech Monmouthshire Hub was officially opened on 4th June at Chepstow Community Hospital. The launch allowed colleagues from Monmouthshire County Council and partner organisation Aneurin Bevan Health Board plus members of other external organisations to see…

MonLife volunteers were the guests of honour at a recent celebration event held on Wednesday 5th June at Old Station Tintern as part of the UK-wide Volunteers Week. The event was held…

Last week, MonLife Sports Development Team hosted Primary school pupils from across Monmouthshire at their annual PlayMaker Conference. The aim was to bring Monmouthshire’s young leaders together for training and to celebrate their leadership…

Family Volunteering Club are appealing for children and their families to help out as part of an upcoming event in Abergavenny. Family Volunteering Club makes it easy for children aged…