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All 18 of Powys' towns are to benefit from an equal share of a £1.5 million investment aimed at improving local spaces, revitalising high streets and strengthening communities.

Three county council by elections will be held in Powys on Thursday 2 July 2026.

A Powys teacher has spoken at a Welsh Government event celebrating educators, sharing her journey into teaching and the impact the profession can have on young people.

Powys County Council is inviting residents, businesses and visitors to have their say on its draft Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure Strategy.

Improvements - including a new 2G pitch surface and external cladding on the sports hall which will cut energy use - have been completed at Llandrindod Wells Sports Centre.

Volunteers are wanted to help with the Tour de France stage in Powys next year (4 July 2027).

Powys County Council has confirmed strengthened leadership arrangements within its Place directorate, alongside refreshed Cabinet responsibilities, to improve oversight, responsiveness and accountability across frontline services.

Radnorshire Museum in Llandrindod Wells has been named among the UK's top museums by The Times, featuring in a national list of nine must-visit venues.

Further funding for the Elan Valley Lakes Project has been approved by the Growing Mid Wales Board (19 May). The decision marks an important step forward, enabling the next stage of the project to begin.

Powys County Council has approved the adoption of the Charter for the Rights of the River Wye, marking a significant step in protecting and restoring one of the UK's most iconic rivers.

Spades were in the ground this week as a turf cutting ceremony marked the official start of construction on a new, state of the art school building for Sennybridge C.P. School.

Representatives of the Marches Forward Partnership have taken part in a national policy roundtable exploring how nature and economic growth can be delivered together.