Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s latest novel is a real treat. Ifemelu and Obinze are young Nigerian lovers. Both have dreams for a future away from Nigeria. Obinze has always been obsessed with everything American and this is where he is determined to go for his education and work. But he fails to get the desired US […]

This cake is easy to make and is a treat for anybody with a chocoholic tendency, thanks to its satisfyingly fudgey texture.  Interestingly it is made without eggs, so is a good recipe for those with egg allergies. It is impressive enough to serve as a dessert at a dinner party with a splash of […]

Did you know that here in Wales, May averages as the sunniest month of the year, with around 170-180 hours of sunshine? Good news for gardeners, as this means you can get outside and get lots of gardening hours in the bag! With the lengthier periods of sunshine during May, comes lengthier dry periods too. […]

More than 14,000 men from Monmouthshire went to war in 1914. Many did not return. Helen Morgan from Abergavenny Local History Society reports After war broke out against Germany on August 4th, events moved rapidly. Within hours, the order was sent to mobilise the 3rd Battalion, Monmouthshire. Throughout the night, men from towns and villages […]

A study, backed by the Welsh Government and Monmouthshire County Council, is asking businesses in Abergavenny if they will support setting up a Business Improvement District (BID) in their area. A Business Improvement District is an arrangement whereby businesses get together, decide what additional improvements they want to make in their town, how they are […]

How do you tend to spend your free time? Gardening, exercising, reading or meeting up with friends? Well, have you ever thought about volunteering? There may be lots of skills you have that could benefit your community and the young people who live there. The Young Dragons scheme is an initiative that was set up […]

During April, the team at Lucy Hockey Hair Studio raised money for Water Aid clean water projects around the world through the sale of Aveda candles that were available to buy in the salon. 100% of the candle purchase price went to supporting clean water projects. However, Lucy and her team decided to go one […]

Excitement is mounting as for the sixth consecutive year artists will open the doors of 37 venues to visitors during the Spring Bank Holiday weekend (24 – 26 May) to reveal some of the wonderful art and craftsmanship inspired by the area. For three days art can be found in many an unexpected place. Businesses […]

The hills around Llanthony Priory will be alive with hundreds of walkers and runners on May 17th, all raising money for the local mountain rescue team. The Big Black Mountains Challenge is celebrating its 29th year of raising funds for Abergavenny-based Longtown Mountain Rescue Team. More than 900 walkers and runners from across Britain come […]

25th May & 26th May  Abergavenny Steam, Veteran & Vintage Rally Last year, a whopping figure of more than £22,000 was given away to local worthy causes following the success of the Steam Rally in Bailey Park Abergavenny. This was an increase of £7,000 over the previous year and this May Bank Holiday weekend, organisers […]