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Soup Workshop

Soup Workshop

Published: 12 Sep 24

Make delicious soup and take home. Free goodies and a £10 voucher for attending Read More...

Donations July 2024

Donations July 2024

Published: 5 Sep 24

Donations given to those in need for residents and groups in Nantyglo and Blaina Read More...

Have your say on policing in Blaenau Gwent

Have your say on policing in Blaenau Gwent

Published: 1 Aug 24

The new Police and Crime Commissioner for Gwent, Jane Mudd, wants to hear your views on policing in Blaenau Gwent. Read More...

Default 20mph speed restrictions

Default 20mph speed restrictions

Published: 19 Jul 24

Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council have been asked to survey with our residents their thoughts on the 20mph speed limit throughout our streets/roads. We would very much appreciate if our residents could let us know their thoughts using the format below, to indicate if the speed should remain or change through the streets/roads of Nantyglo and Blaina. Please email your recommendations to: clerk@nantygloandblainatc.co.uk Read More...

Princess Day

Princess Day

Published: 18 Jul 24

Free event in Blaina Town Friday 9th August 11:30 - 2pm. Read More...

Windrush Exhibition

Windrush Exhibition

Published: 18 Jul 24

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council will be holding a small Windrush exhibition within the Council Chamber. Please see poster for more details Read More...

Play In the Park

Play In the Park

Published: 9 Jul 24

Play days at Banner Road Play area, Nantyglo & Duffryn Park, Blaina. Please see poster for more details. Read More...

Free Cinema Tickets

Free Cinema Tickets

Published: 5 Jul 24

Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council will be providing the families from Nantyglo & Blaina free cinema tickets at Brynmawr Market Hall Cinema through the school summer holidays. Please get your tickets from Town Council, proof of address will be required on collection of tickets. Tickets to be collected from Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council, Blaina Institute, High Street, Blaina, NP13 3BN. Office hours: Monday to Thursday 9am - 3pm, Friday 9 - 1pm. 24th July Inside Out 2 31st July Despicable Me 4 7th August The Garfield Movie 14th August IF Read More...

Help is at hand

Help is at hand

Published: 4 Jul 24

ABUHB school nursing referral line Read More...

Donations given in June 2024

Donations given in June 2024

Published: 28 Jun 24

Donations given to those in need from Nantyglo & Blaina. Read More...

care and Repair

care and Repair

Published: 13 Jun 24

Care and Repair improving homes and changing lives for older people in Blaenau Gwent. Please call 01495 321091 for general enquiries. Read More...

Let’s talk… about vaping!

Let’s talk… about vaping!

Published: 6 Jun 24

An online question and answer session for young people 11-18, will take place on Tuesday 2 July, 5.30pm – 6.30pm. Read More...

Funds and Donations provided in My 2024

Funds and Donations provided in My 2024

Published: 4 Jun 24

Grant funding given to organisations to support their groups & Donations provided for families in need of Nantyglo and Blaina residents from Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council Read More...

Volunteer Wildflower Planting Day

Volunteer Wildflower Planting Day

Published: 4 Jun 24

Cwmcelyn, Blaina. Come along and help plant some native wildflowers at Cwmcelyn, Blaina. Do your bit for biodiversity! Read More...

10 year healthcare plan in Gwent

10 year healthcare plan in Gwent

Published: 30 May 24

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board are currently starting to develop a 10-year plan for healthcare in Gwent. Read More...

Town Councillor vacancies available

Town Councillor vacancies available

Published: 24 May 24

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council currently has 3 vacancies for a Councillor for the Blaina Ward and 5 vacancies for Nantyglo Ward which may be filled through the process of co-option (please see the vacancy details below). Co-opted Councillors are expected to attend monthly meetings of the Council and to serve on Committees. The role is varied and enables local people to use their skills and experience to represent people in their local communities and enhance the work undertaken by the Council for the benefit of the community. Read More...

D Day 80 Service

D Day 80 Service

Published: 23 May 24

There is a memorial Service for a Local D-Day Veteran Mr Hayden Brooks. Held at Blaina Cemetery Thursday 6th June at 6pm. All welcome to attend. Please note the start time as now been changed to 6pm start and NOT 5pm as stated on poster! Read More...

The Late Cllr Keith Jenkins, Town Mayor 2023- 2024

The Late Cllr Keith Jenkins, Town Mayor 2023- 2024

Published: 17 May 24

Town Mayor, Cllr Keith Jenkins sadly passed away 16th May 2024 Read More...

Donations provided for April 2024

Donations provided for April 2024

Published: 17 May 24

Nantyglo & Blaina Continue to support B G Foodbank with those in need living in Nantyglo and Blaina. Read More...

In Bloom

In Bloom

Published: 14 May 24

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council In Bloom 2024 competition for all residents of Nantyglo & Blaina to apply. Read More...

Thinking of joining Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council?

Thinking of joining Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council?

Published: 19 Apr 24

Please click on the highlighted link for video that will help you decide if the role is for you! Read More...

Did you know?

Did you know?

Published: 19 Apr 24

£9200 donated to date to Blaenau Gwent Foodbank Read More...

Bereavement Help POint

Bereavement Help POint

Published: 18 Apr 24

The bereavement Help Point is available the first Friday of every month 2 - 3pm Read More...

Financial donations provided to those in need in the year 2023 - 2024

Financial donations provided to those in need in the year 2023 - 2024

Published: 18 Apr 24

Financial donations given to organisations and families of Nantyglo & Blaina Residents for grant funding and donations from Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council April 2023 – March 2024 Read More...

Blaenau Gwent CBC Advice Hub & Citizens Advice Bureau

Blaenau Gwent CBC Advice Hub & Citizens Advice Bureau

Published: 16 Apr 24

Blaenau Gwent CBC Advice Hub & Citizens Advice Bureau available at Blaina ICC Read More...

Statement

Published: 12 Apr 24

Statement in respect of unauthorised works near Nantyglo Rugby Club: Read More...

Donations provided in March 2024

Donations provided in March 2024

Published: 12 Apr 24

Donations given to residents of Nantyglo & Blaina who are in need. Read More...

Donations Jan

Donations Jan '24

Published: 23 Feb 24

Donations given to those in need for the residents of Nantyglo & Blaina Read More...

Donations Feb

Donations Feb '24

Published: 23 Feb 24

Donation given to those in need for the residents of Nantyglo & Blaina. Read More...

Donations given in December

Donations given in December '23

Published: 16 Jan 24

FINANCIAL DONATIONS GIVEN TO ORGANISATIONS TO SUPPORT THE RESIDENTS & GROUPS OF NANTYGLO & BLAINA WHO IN ARE IN NEED. Read More...

MAKE EVERY CONTACT COUNT IN BLAENAU GWENT

MAKE EVERY CONTACT COUNT IN BLAENAU GWENT

Published: 19 Dec 23

MAKE EVERY CONTACT COUNT IN BLAENAU GWENT Use every opportunity for brief intervention - a positive and non-confrontational approach to behaviour change. It can take just 30 seconds of smoking cessation very brief advice to save a life: - Ask about smoking status at every opportunity - Advise smokers about the best ways of quitting and discuss support available - Act by referring smokers to Help Me Quit Smokers who are not ready to quit should be asked to consider the possibility and encouraged to seek help in the future. The smoking status of those who are not ready to stop should be recorded and reviewed once a year where possible. To view a very brief advice film on the 3 A’s approach go to - https://elearning.ncsct.co.uk/vba-stage_1. Read More...

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas

Published: 19 Dec 23

Wishing all our friends, colleagues and residents a very Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year. Read More...

Donations November 23

Donations November 23

Published: 15 Dec 23

Donations given to those in need. Read More...

Christmas lights

Published: 12 Dec 23

Christmas lights throughout Nantyglo & Blaina main streets. Read More...

Welsh Blood Service Donation

Welsh Blood Service Donation

Published: 5 Dec 23

Welsh Blood will be visiting Blaina Community Centre Monday 18th December 10:00 - 12:00 & 14:00 - 17:00. Read More...

Joint Christmas Carol Concert

Joint Christmas Carol Concert

Published: 1 Dec 23

What a lovely afternoon had by all and Blaen y Cwm Primary School for a joint Christmas Carol Concert with Blaen y cwm Primary school, Coed y Garn Primary, Ysgol Bro Helyg & Ystruth Primary schools. Read More...

Christmas Extravaganza

Christmas Extravaganza

Published: 23 Nov 23

Saturday 25th Nov '23 Free Children's activities from 12 - 5pm Fun fair located on surgery Road until 9pm Read More...

Donations October

Donations October '23

Published: 3 Nov 23

Donations provided to those in need of support within Nantyglo & Blaina Read More...

Remembrance In Blaenau Gwent 2023

Remembrance In Blaenau Gwent 2023

Published: 2 Nov 23

Please see below for the list of services that will be carried out throughout Blaenau Gwent. Read More...

ARC Awards Ceremony

ARC Awards Ceremony

Published: 27 Oct 23

A ceremony for participants to receive their Award and certificate for Arc Awards competition 2023. Read More...

Awards Ceremony of In Bloom

Awards Ceremony of In Bloom

Published: 26 Oct 23

A ceremony for participants to receive their Award and certificate for In Bloom competition 2023. Read More...

Christmas Extravaganza

Christmas Extravaganza

Published: 24 Oct 23

Saturday 25th Nov '23, 12pm - 9pm. Free activities for children. Christmas light switch on at 5pm Read More...

Supporting Veterans families at Christmas

Supporting Veterans families at Christmas

Published: 19 Oct 23

Veterans families are invited to apply for £250 worth of vouchers for Christmas Read More...

BLAINA POSTMASTER SOON TO RETIRE AFTER 41 YEARS’ OF POST OFFICE SERVICE

BLAINA POSTMASTER SOON TO RETIRE AFTER 41 YEARS’ OF POST OFFICE SERVICE

Published: 21 Sep 23

Long-serving Postmaster, Garth Collier, is soon to retire after nearly 42 years running Post Offices in Gwent along with his wife Julia. Read More...

Affected by Parkinsons?

Affected by Parkinsons?

Published: 18 Aug 23

Tell us what will make a difference for you. We are here to listen, learn, support and connect you with a bigger network of community action. Read More...

AskSARA

AskSARA

Published: 17 Aug 23

AskSARA can help you find useful information about products to make daily living activities in your home easier. It's free, easy to use and can be accessed by the individual, family, friends or carers. AskSARA is an alternative option to contacting the LA directly for a needs assessment, but citizens can be directed via the normal route should they still feel an assessment is needed. Read More...

Monthly Car Boot Sale

Monthly Car Boot Sale

Published: 17 Aug 23

Cwmcelyn Care Home will be holding a monthly car boot sale (last Sunday of every month) Starting Sunday 27th August. £5 per car. Please telephone 01495 290550 to book your vehicle in. Read More...

Lasting Power of Attorney

Lasting Power of Attorney

Published: 15 Aug 23

It’s important that older people have someone they can trust to make decisions about health and finances if they are no longer able to make these decisions for themselves. The Office of the Public Guardian to develop an easy guide to Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA). The guide is intended to help people across Wales to better understand the importance of having an LPA to manage their finances, health and welfare. Putting these arrangements in place can help to provide peace of mind and allow older people to stay in control of the decisions that matter to them. The guide also provides answers to frequently asked questions about an LPA. Read More...

Red Ensign Day

Red Ensign Day

Published: 11 Aug 23

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council will be marking their respect to honour and remember the sacrifices of the, often forgotten and invisible, but very hard-working, Merchant Navy seafarers. With Flying the Red Ensign flag Read More...

Donations

Donations

Published: 4 Aug 23

Donations given to organisations and groups to support those in need of Nantyglo & Blaina Read More...

Town Mayor Inauguration

Town Mayor Inauguration

Published: 20 Jul 23

A few photographs of the Town Mayor, Cllr Keith Jenkin's inauguration for 2023/24 Read More...

Welsh Blood Service

Welsh Blood Service

Published: 11 Jul 23

The Welsh Blood Service is coming to our area and they need your help! Read More...

Award and Recognition in the Community (ARC Awards)

Award and Recognition in the Community (ARC Awards)

Published: 27 Jun 23

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council will be holding their annual ARC Awards this year and urge those to apply for those who deserve such a worthy award. Read More...

In Bloom

In Bloom

Published: 27 Jun 23

Annual In Bloom competition is open for residents & businesses of Nantyglo & Blaina to apply . Read More...

Financial Donations donated to date

Financial Donations donated to date

Published: 2 Jun 23

Donations donated from Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council to organisations in need. Read More...

Financial Donations provided in April

Financial Donations provided in April

Published: 19 May 23

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council has given out a total of £699.00 donations for the month of April '23 Read More...

In Bloom

In Bloom

Published: 12 May 23

Our annual In Bloom event is open for Nantyglo & Blaina residents, businesses, school, churches & open spaces etc to apply. Read More...

Superhero Day

Superhero Day

Published: 12 May 23

Saturday 3rd June 11am to 1pm at The Cwtch. A day to meet your Superhero, face painting, DJ and a superhero Trail. Come in your superhero fancy dress costume too. Read More...

Coronation gifts

Coronation gifts

Published: 27 Apr 23

Photographs of the local primary schools receiving their coronation gifts from Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council. Read More...

Coronation Donation to Sheltered accommodations

Coronation Donation to Sheltered accommodations

Published: 27 Apr 23

3 local sheltered accommodations in Blaina that applied for a grant to celebrate the King Charles III coronation receiving a cheque for residents to have an afternoon tea/buffet, bags and bunting. Read More...

Bunting Grant Available

Bunting Grant Available

Published: 25 Apr 23

Are you holding a street party to celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III Read More...

Cost of Living Event

Cost of Living Event

Published: 14 Apr 23

Cost Of Living Event 22nd April 2023 at Ebbw Vale Learning Action Centre. No appointment required! Read More...

Donation provided to Blaenau Gwent Foodbank

Donation provided to Blaenau Gwent Foodbank

Published: 13 Apr 23

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council supported the residents of Nantyglo & Blaina in crisis by providing contributions for Blaenau Gwent Foodbank Read More...

Grant Funding provided to organisation 2022/23

Grant Funding provided to organisation 2022/23

Published: 13 Apr 23

Grant funding to organisation that required support from Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council through the financial year 2022/23 Read More...

Easter Egg Donations

Easter Egg Donations

Published: 6 Apr 23

Our 4 Local Primary Schools have been donated an Easter Egg for every pupil. Read More...

To increase public understanding of the different roles in GP Practices and raise confidence in having an appointment with a different healthcare prof

To increase public understanding of the different roles in GP Practices and raise confidence in having an appointment with a different healthcare prof

Published: 24 Feb 23

Please see highlighted links below for videos through the different professionals that you could see rather than your GP. Read More...

Friendship Friday

Friendship Friday

Published: 24 Feb 23

Are you feeling lonely and isolated? why not pop along to The Cwtch, Blaina Community Centre, High Street, Blaina, NP13 3AN Read More...

BEWARE: Potential Pharmacy Scam to obtain patient Bank/Credit Card details.

BEWARE: Potential Pharmacy Scam to obtain patient Bank/Credit Card details.

Published: 22 Feb 23

An incident has been reported where a number of patients have been contacted via telephone, by a person pretending to be from Well Pharmacy. Read More...

Mayoral Appeal

Mayoral Appeal

Published: 22 Feb 23

Letters of thanks from Breast Cancer Now and Downs Syndrome association, which was raised by Town Mayor Cllr D Hillman 2021/22 Read More...

Cosy Crafts

Cosy Crafts

Published: 14 Feb 23

A fun family are crafts session in a warm and friendly space Read More...

Valentines Day

Valentines Day

Published: 9 Feb 23

A special way to show your love one is by adding a dedication to our website. You can add a photo and leave a message. Read More...

Mother

Mother's Day

Published: 9 Feb 23

Would you like to give a dedication of love to your Mother on Mother's Day? Read More...

Free Carers Wellbeing Groups

Free Carers Wellbeing Groups

Published: 27 Jan 23

Do you help and support someone aged 18+ who has an illness or disability to live independently at home? If yes, you're a Carer. Read More...

Did you care for someone  living with dementia during  COVID-19?

Did you care for someone living with dementia during COVID-19?

Published: 20 Jan 23

Researchers at Swansea University are looking for participants who are over 18 and provide regular care to someone who has dementia to take part in a research study. The study is exploring the impact of the COVID-19 restrictions on the experiences of people providing support and care and people living with dementia in Wales. This research has been granted Ethical Approval from the Research Ethics Committee, School of Health and Social Care, at Swansea University. Read More...

International Holocaust Memorial Day 2023

International Holocaust Memorial Day 2023

Published: 18 Jan 23

Friday 27 January 2023 is International Holocaust Memorial Day, marking the anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp in Poland on the same day in 1945. On this annual day of commemoration, the United Nations urges every member state to honour the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism, and to develop educational programs to help prevent future genocides. Read More...

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas

Published: 16 Dec 22

On behalf of Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council, we would like to wish all our residents, colleagues, and friends "Best wishes for a joyous Christmas filled with love, happiness and prosperity!" Read More...

Donation of Selection Packs

Donation of Selection Packs

Published: 14 Dec 22

Town Council donatated every child with a selection pack for Christmas to Blaen y Cwm, Coed y Garn, Ysgol Bro Helyg and Ystruth Primary Schools Read More...

Christmas Carol Concert

Christmas Carol Concert

Published: 13 Dec 22

Christmas carol concert at St Peters Church, Blaina with Ystruth Primary and Ysgol Bro Helyg School Read More...

Polar Express

Polar Express

Published: 8 Dec 22

An event put on by Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council and Supported by Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council. Please come along and see Frosty the Snowman, Santa and his naughty elf, with a special visit from the Polar Express. Read More...

Santa Sleigh Street Run

Santa Sleigh Street Run

Published: 29 Nov 22

Santa will be visiting the street of Nantyglo and Blaina on Saturday 17th December from 5pm. See poster for more details. Read More...

Blaina Christmas Carol Concert

Blaina Christmas Carol Concert

Published: 23 Nov 22

Christmas Carol Concert is being held at St Peters Church, High St, Blaina on 30th November at 6:30pm. There will Christmas stalls available to purchase some lovely gift that will be open at 2pm. Plus Santa will be at his grotto for the little ones to visit. Read More...

Nantyglo Christmas Carol

Nantyglo Christmas Carol

Published: 23 Nov 22

Our Christmas Carol event at Nantyglo will be held at Nantyglo Rugby Club on 29th November at 4pm and Christmas stalls will be available to purchase gifts from 2pm. Read More...

In Bloom Ceremony

In Bloom Ceremony

Published: 18 Nov 22

In Bloom 2022 ceremony to give the awards and certificates to those who applied and won within the categories. Read More...

Aberfan Disaster

Aberfan Disaster

Published: 21 Oct 22

On the 21st of October 1966, Read More...

Memorial Service 19the September 2022

Published: 13 Sep 22

Following the sad news of the death of Queen Elizabeth II, a Memorial Service will take place on Monday 19th September 2022 commencing at 2.30pm at Central Park, Blaina. This service will be jointly hosted by the Town Council and the Blaina Branch of the Royal British Legion. Read More...

HRH Queen Elizabeth II

Published: 12 Sep 22

Following the sad announcement of the passing of Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September 2022, a Book of Condolence is available to sign at Blaina Institute, High street, Blaina, Monday to Thursday, between the hours of 9am to 3pm. If you cannot physically make it to the building you can send us a message to include via post or phone 01495 292817 and we will take a message for you. You can also sign the official Royal Book of Condolence online: https://www.royal.uk/royal-family Floral tributes can be left at the following locations: - Cenotaph, Central Park, Blaina - Cenotaph, Market Hall Square, Brynmawr (outside the railing) -Outside Anvil Court, Abertillery -Outside General Offices, Ebbw Vale -World War I Centenary Walled Garden, Tredegar (opposite Post Office) Read More...

Meetings 13th September 2022 - Cancelled

Published: 12 Sep 22

Following the sad news about the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the planned Committee Meetings for 13th September 2022 and all official Council business will be postponed until after the funeral as a mark of respect during this period of mourning. Read More...

HRH Queen Elizabeth II

HRH Queen Elizabeth II

Published: 9 Sep 22

It is with great sadness we receive the news of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen. She pledged her life to the service of the people and this she did to the end. Our condolences are sent to her family, they remain in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. A Book of Condolences will be available at Blaina Institute, High Street, Blaina from 9.30am on Monday 12th September 2022. Councillor Lilian Harris, Town Mayor Read More...

Queens Platinum Jubilee

Queens Platinum Jubilee

Published: 30 Jun 22

Photographs of Nantyglo and Blaina Queens Platinum Jubilee Events Thursday 2nd June 2022 Read More...

Queen

Queen's Jubilee

Published: 30 Jun 22

Part 2: Photographs of Jubilee Events at Nantyglo & Blaina Read More...

Queen

Queen's Platinum Jubilee

Published: 30 Jun 22

Part 3: Queen's Jubilee Events at Nantyglo & Blaina Read More...

Queen

Queen's Jubilee Competition Winners

Published: 30 Jun 22

Our Jubilee competitions winners for Art and Poetry Read More...

Covid 19 Vaccination Walk in Clinic

Covid 19 Vaccination Walk in Clinic

Published: 21 Jun 22

Vaccination or Booster Walk in Clinic Friday 24th June '22. No appointment necessary. ID will be required. Read More...

In Bloom

In Bloom

Published: 9 Jun 22

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council "In Bloom" Competition has been extended until Tuesday 17th June. Please complete the application form below to entre. Read More...

 Where Can you Get Medical Help Over the Jubilee Bank Holiday Weekend?

Where Can you Get Medical Help Over the Jubilee Bank Holiday Weekend?

Published: 1 Jun 22

Please see information for details on services that will be available during the Bank Holiday. Read More...

Queen

Queen's jubilee gifts for 4 local primary schools

Published: 31 May 22

Town Mayor Des Hillman and Town Mayor's Consort Carole Hillman presenting children of Blaen Y Cwm Primary School, Coed Y Garn Primary School, Ysgol Bro Helyg Primary School and Ystruth Primary School with gift to commemorate the Queen's Jubilee Read More...

Age - Friendly Communities in Partnership

Age - Friendly Communities in Partnership

Published: 18 May 22

This webinar aims to inspire engagement and celebrate action being taken towards the development of an age - Friendly Wales by communities, organisations and local authorities. Read More...

Royal British Legion

Royal British Legion

Published: 11 May 22

Commemorating the 100th Anniversary of The Royal British legion Saturday 14th May 2022 Read More...

Letter of Thanks

Letter of Thanks

Published: 28 Apr 22

Phillip Alderman, High Sheriff of Gwent 2021 - 2022 Read More...

2022/23 Gwent High Sheriff  Malgwyn Davies Esq OBE CStJ

2022/23 Gwent High Sheriff Malgwyn Davies Esq OBE CStJ

Published: 28 Apr 22

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council Members would like to congratulate Gwent High Sheriff Malgwyn Davies Esq OBE CStJ on his new role and wish him every success during his term. Read More...

ARC Awards 2021

ARC Awards 2021

Published: 28 Apr 22

Nantyglo & Blaina Town proudly presents 2021 ARC nominations for the participants achievements. Please see below. 2022 applications will be available in September to submit your recommendations to a rewarding family, friend, colleague or community group. Read More...

In Bloom winners 2021

In Bloom winners 2021

Published: 27 Apr 22

The winning & Highly Commended participants from In Bloom competition 2021. Our 2022 application is now open for all residents in Blaina & Nantyglo to apply, scroll down to bottom of page to download the application form. Read More...

World Immunisation Week

World Immunisation Week

Published: 26 Apr 22

LIVE on Thursday 28th April at 12pm with Mezz Bowley (Consultant in Public Health) Read More...

Covid 19 vaccination

Covid 19 vaccination

Published: 26 Apr 22

Walk in clinic at The Cwtch (Blaina Community Centre) Sunday 29th May 9 - 12 noon. Read More...

NHS online live surveys

NHS online live surveys

Published: 12 Apr 22

On behalf of the Aneurin Bevan Community Health Council, please see below for live surveys: Changes to hospital visiting Helping over 50’s plan for positive futures – webinar and Living with dementia survey. Read More...

Health advice and guidance

Health advice and guidance

Published: 12 Apr 22

Urgent medical and health advice is now available across Wales 24 hours a day. Read More...

National Child Employment Raising Awareness Month

National Child Employment Raising Awareness Month

Published: 7 Apr 22

Did you know it is illegal for any school age child to work part-time without a work permit, and that without a permit they will not be covered by employers' insurance? Read More...

Easter Egg Donations

Easter Egg Donations

Published: 6 Apr 22

Donation of Easter eggs given to the 4 local schools, Coed y Garn Primary, Ystruth Primary, Blaen y cwm Primary and Ysgol Bro Helyg Primary Read More...

Queens Platinum Jubilee Poetry Competition

Queens Platinum Jubilee Poetry Competition

Published: 5 Apr 22

Competition open to ages10 and under, 11 - 17 and ages 18 years plus. Only residents of Nantyglo & Blaina permitted to apply. Read More...

Queens Platinum Jubilee Art Competition

Queens Platinum Jubilee Art Competition

Published: 5 Apr 22

Competition open to ages 10 & under, 11 - 17 years & 18 years plus. Only residents of Nantyglo & Blaina permitted to apply. Read More...

Notice of Election

Notice of Election

Published: 30 Mar 22

Notice of election for Blaenau Gwent Borough Councillors and Community Ward Councillors. Read More...

Up and coming volunteering days

Up and coming volunteering days

Published: 29 Mar 22

Would you have a few hours to spare to volunteer for some bio diversity projects. Read More...

Help Us, Help You

Help Us, Help You

Published: 29 Mar 22

NHS Wales Spring campaign by reminding people that small lifestyle changes can help improve wellbeing Read More...

Mayoral Appeal 2021

Mayoral Appeal 2021

Published: 25 Mar 22

Community praised for generous donation Read More...

Anne Robson Helpline

Anne Robson Helpline

Published: 25 Mar 22

Introducing the Anne Robson Helpline - If you or someone close to you is dying, you can talk to them. Read More...

Blaenau Gwent Foodbank

Blaenau Gwent Foodbank

Published: 12 Jan 22

Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council's Donations to Blaenau Gwent Food Bank Read More...

Blaenau Gwent Foodbank Donations

Blaenau Gwent Foodbank Donations

Published: 21 Dec 21

Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council to date has donated every month to help support with the pandemic. Please see table below. Read More...

Donations

Donations

Published: 21 Dec 21

Donations given to organisations throughout the pandemic. Read More...

DONATION OF SUNFLOWER SEEDS, COMPOST AND POTS

DONATION OF SUNFLOWER SEEDS, COMPOST AND POTS

Published: 21 Dec 21

Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council had donated all 4 local schools: Ysgol Brio Helyg, Ystruth , Coed Y Garn and Blaen Y Cwm Primary Schools with Sunflower seeds, compost and pots to help Biodiversity within Nantyglo and Blaina. Read More...

Easter Egg Donations

Easter Egg Donations

Published: 21 Dec 21

Every pupil within our 4 locals Primary Schools all received an Easter Egg in March 2021 Read More...

Donation of Selection Packs

Donation of Selection Packs

Published: 21 Dec 21

Every Pupil within our 4 local Primary Schools: Ysgol Bro Helyg Primary, Ystruth Primary, Coed Y Garn Primary and Blaen Y Cwm Primarty School received a Selection Pack. Read More...

Winter Fuel Support Scheme

Winter Fuel Support Scheme

Published: 14 Dec 21

In order to assist working age households on low incomes, Welsh Government has introduced a Winter Fuel Support Scheme Read More...

Blaenau Gwent Car Scheme

Blaenau Gwent Car Scheme

Published: 1 Dec 21

The Blaenau Gwent Car Scheme is for people who face barriers accessing other forms of transport or need some extra support in getting to medical appointments Read More...

Winter Preparedness

Winter Preparedness

Published: 16 Nov 21

Look after Yourself and Each Others this Winter Read More...

Remembrance Day &b Service

Remembrance Day &b Service

Published: 16 Nov 21

A few photographs taken of the day. Read More...

Freedom of the County Borough awarded to the Royal British Legion

Freedom of the County Borough awarded to the Royal British Legion

Published: 4 Nov 21

The Honorary Freedom of the County Borough of Blaenau Gwent has today been bestowed upon the Royal British Legion in recognition of the dedicated charitable work carried out by local branches. Read More...

Public and Patient Partnership in co-production of service at Aneurin Bevan

Public and Patient Partnership in co-production of service at Aneurin Bevan

Published: 26 Oct 21

Help re-design heart failure services in Wales equally between the people that use the service and the people responsible for service Read More...

Seafarers  Charity

Seafarers Charity

Published: 21 Oct 21

Participation Certificate Read More...

Aberfan Disaster

Aberfan Disaster

Published: 21 Oct 21

Wales will fall silent to remember those who were taken from us in the Aberfan disaster. 55 years may have passed, but we will never forget them. Read More...

New environmental role bringing people together to keep Blaenau Gwent clean #ProudofBG

New environmental role bringing people together to keep Blaenau Gwent clean #ProudofBG

Published: 13 Oct 21

As a former member of the Armed Forces John Mewett is used to getting the job done, and getting the job done well. Read More...

The Health Board will be launching a WhatsApp Messaging service to engage with residents across Gwent.

The Health Board will be launching a WhatsApp Messaging service to engage with residents across Gwent.

Published: 20 Aug 21

By subscribing to this service, you will receive frequent updates from the Health Board on a variety of topics including, COVID-19 messaging, our vaccination programme and other information about our healthcare services. Read More...

Annual Meeting & Mayoral Inauguration

Annual Meeting & Mayoral Inauguration

Published: 2 Jun 21

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council Annual Meeting and Mayoral Inaguration Monday 24th May 2021 Read More...

In Bloom

In Bloom

Published: 12 May 21

In Bloom Competition for premises and locations of Nantyglo & Blaina only. Read More...

Sunflower Project

Sunflower Project

Published: 6 May 21

Nanyglo & Blaina Town Council supporting the 4 local schools in their catchment. Read More...

The Queen

The Queen's 95th Birthday

Published: 21 Apr 21

Wishing The Majesty Queen a very Happy 95th Birthday. Read More...

We are deeply saddened at the passing of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip

We are deeply saddened at the passing of His Royal Highness, Prince Philip

Published: 13 Apr 21

His loss will be felt deeply across the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth Read More...

Easter Egg Donations

Easter Egg Donations

Published: 25 Mar 21

Town Council has donated an Easter Egg to Every primary school pupil within Nantyglo and Blaina Read More...

Nantyglo King Street and Blaina High Street

Nantyglo King Street and Blaina High Street

Published: 29 Sep 20

Planters positioned on road of King Street, Nantyglo down through to High Street, Blaina Read More...

Butterfly Garden Project

Butterfly Garden Project

Published: 29 Sep 20

Funding received from Keep Wales Tidy Read More...

Blaenau Gwent Foodbank

Blaenau Gwent Foodbank

Published: 8 Sep 20

Thank you letter received for the continued donations. Read More...

Merchant Navy Day

Merchant Navy Day

Published: 3 Sep 20

The PROMINENT building of Blaina Community Institute, High Street, Blaina, Gwent will fly the red ensign to pay tribute to the Merchant Navy. Read More...

The Grange Hospital

The Grange Hospital

Published: 27 Aug 20

The Grange Hospital will officially open mid-November this year, instead of the original planned date in March 2021. Read More...

Congratulations to our A/AS Level Students

Congratulations to our A/AS Level Students

Published: 20 Aug 20

Blaenau Gwent Council and Nantyglo and Blaina Town Council would like to congratulate all A/AS-Level students on their achievements today. Read More...

Vacancy - Councillor

Vacancy - Councillor

Published: 3 Jul 20

Declaration of Vacancy in respect of Nantyglo Ward Read More...

Vacancy - Councillor

Vacancy - Councillor

Published: 3 Jul 20

Declaration of Vacancy in respect of Blaina Ward Read More...

Dog Fouling

Dog Fouling

Published: 26 Jun 20

We have received a number of complaints regarding dog fouling, so please see below for the guidance. Read More...

Exercise and Sport

Exercise and Sport

Published: 2 Jun 20

Exercise and sport What sort of exercise can I do? Read More...

COVID - 19 Time Capsule

COVID - 19 Time Capsule

Published: 27 May 20

A brilliant 2020 time capsule activity for your children and there is also an adult capsule. Read More...

New Vale Recycle Centre

New Vale Recycle Centre

Published: 19 May 20

Opening Tuesday 26th May 2020 Read More...

Coronavirus: Pollution Control (Noise & Air Pollution)

Coronavirus: Pollution Control (Noise & Air Pollution)

Published: 14 May 20

You need to be aware that Blaenau Gwent Council can take enforcement action for a statutory nuisance caused under the Environmental Protection Act 1990. We are not trying to restrict your activities but are asking you to consider the impact of your activities might have on your neighbours at this difficult time. Read More...

COLONEL Tom Moore

COLONEL Tom Moore

Published: 30 Apr 20

Wishing a Very Happy Birthday to COLONEL Tom Moore a hero that turns 100 today! Read More...

Safeguarding vulnerable children & adults

Safeguarding vulnerable children & adults

Published: 29 Apr 20

Safeguarding Vulnerable Children & Adults During this crisis we are still here to protect the most vulnerable in our society Read More...

Tenants Support

Tenants Support

Published: 28 Apr 20

Support for tenants in Wales Read More...

Every Child

Every Child

Published: 28 Apr 20

Every child in Wales has the right to the very best start in life and to help them along the way, Public Health Wales has launched Every Child Wales. This website is full of ideas to help you give your child a healthy and happy future. Read More...

Foodbank donation

Foodbank donation

Published: 9 Apr 20

Nantyglo & Blaina Town Council donations to our much needed local foodbank Read More...