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BBC News
4 days ago
- BBC News
Ebbw Vale: Man released on police bail after murder arrest
A man arrested on suspicion of murder after an alleged assault has been released on police Police said a 52-year-old man was found unresponsive at a house in Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent, on Wednesday, following an incident near The Picture House pub on force said a 45-year-old man arrested in connection with the incident has now been released pending further Ch Supt Nick Wilkie said: "Our investigation is continuing and we would still like to hear from anyone who witnessed the alleged assault or was inside The Picture House pub between 9am and 11:30am on Tuesday. "We understand that reports of this nature cause concern for our communities."Police said the victim did not want hospital treatment following the incident near to the pub on Market Street at about 11:25 BST on Tuesday, and later family have been informed and are being supported by specially trained Ch Supt Wilkie said they believed this to be an isolated incident and they did not believe there was any ongoing risk to the public.
BBC News
6 days ago
- BBC News
Murder arrest as man dies after alleged Ebbw Vale assault
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after another man died following an alleged assault near a were called to the scene near The Picture House pub on Market Street in Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent, at about 11:25 BST on Tuesday, Gwent Police 52-year-old victim from Ebbw Vale did not want hospital treatment, the force said, and was found unresponsive at an address in King Street, Ebbw Vale, on Wednesday.A man, aged 45, from the Ebbw Vale area, was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody. His family have been informed and are being supported by specially-trained officers."We understand that reports of this nature will cause concern for our communities," Det Ch Supt Nick Wilkie said."We do not consider there to be any on-going risk to the public," he added.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'We are a chubby community', locals respond after famous ‘gymfluencer' slams town
A valleys town has responded after, yet another famous internet content creator decided to visit the UK's 'fattest' town. Ebbw Vale earned the unofficial title of UK's 'fattest' town back in 2023 after a report published by 'Now Patient' revealed Blaenau Gwent has highest rate of obesity in Wales. The report highlighted nearly 80 per cent of adults were deemed either overweight or obese (with a BMI score of 25 or higher). Since then, the town has played host to a range of popular internet content creators fascinated by these stats. Youtuber Will Tennyson at Ebbw Vale train station (Image: You Tube) Most recently was Will Tennyson,= a 30-year-old 'gymfluencer' hailing from Canada. Having travelled over 3,000 miles from greater Toronto. Tennyson has 3.39 million subscribers. Whilst in Ebbw Vale Tennyson didn't leave the town centre frequenting takeaways and neglecting chain supermarkets located only a few miles down the road. Youtuber Will Tennyson in Ebbw Vale Greggs (Image: You Tube) To begin the video, he claims: 'I'm in Ebbw Vale where fast food isn't just a treat it's a way of life. 'For the next 24 hours I'm going to eat like a local eating my way through this town to understand the real struggles behind these stats.' Other statements included: 'I feel really bad for people who are here because it's all they know…they only know what they know' So, what do locals think about being called the UK's 'fattest' town? Sarah Clay of Caffe Della Citta reacting to label of UK's 'fattest' town. (Image: NQ) 41-year-old Sarah Clay runs Caffe Della Citta. She raised the issue of food poverty. Sarah said: 'I'm overweight myself and I know my BMI is obese. I think most people around here could do with eating a little bit healthier. 'But we are stuck in a crisis, aren't we? If a punnet of strawberries is £3.50 and a family sized bag of crisps is £2.00, what do you do? 'Nobody ever wants to hear the truth we probably are quite a chubby community, but he was quite rude about it.' Ebbw Vale town centre (Ebbw Vale reacts after famous 'gymfluecner' slams town in new mockumentary) (Image: NQ) Councillor Helen Cunningham Cabinet Member for Adult and Communities said: 'It is always disappointing when people seek to capitalise on and peddle derogatory stereotypes of our communities. 'We are talking about places that have endured high rates of poverty that harms people in multiple ways throughout life. 'As a council we are committed to working for an equitable settlement and addressing the invidious structural inequalities at the root of these challenges.' Keyon Davies in Ebbw Vale town reacting to label of UK's 'fattest' town. (Image: NQ) 30-year-old Keyon Davies said: 'I think it's pretty spot on to be honest. I've lived here most of my life and my grandparents are quite obese as well. 'I do find that it's the older generations that are stuck in their ways.' I wouldn't say it's the fattest town, but we do struggle with healthy living.' Jodie of Fresh and Fruity Ebbw Vale (Image: NQ) 39-year-old Jodie works in Fresh and Fruity. She was interviewed by Tennyson. She said: 'I thought he was quite genuine, but he never said anything about obesity. 'It would have been nice to know that was his intentions. It's the same as everywhere there's some people that look after themselves and there's some that don't.' Wayne Grist of Grist's Butchers Ebbw Vale reacting to label of UK's 'fattest' town. (Image: NQ) 60-year-old Wayne Grist runs Grist's butchers. Commenting on the label of 'fattest' town he said: 'I don't think it's what they eat I think it's the amount they eat if you are living in Greggs and are eating quite a lot, you're going to put that weight on.' Beryl and Malcolm Cross reacting to label of UK's 'fattest' town. (Image: NQ) Beryl and Malcolm Cross (75 and 77) are retirees. They thought it was a generational issue. Malcom said: 'That's all there is here fast-food places we look around at some people that live here, and we are lucky that we are like we are because we take care of ourselves. 'They're not exercising and once you get a certain size you can't exercise.' Beryl added: 'It's a different generation, not enough home cooking.' The controversial video can be viewed here.
Yahoo
15-07-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Gwent team unveiled ahead of Street Child World Cup journey
Squad announced for girls football team from Blaenau Gwent Youth Service who will be jetting off to Mexico next year to represent Wales in the Street Child World Cup (Image: Submitted) A girls football team from Blaenau Gwent Youth Service will be jetting off to Mexico next year to represent Wales in the Street Child World Cup. The girls who will be taking part were unveiled at a special event at the Metropole Theatre in Abertillery. Advertisement The event introduced the 10 girls aged from 14 to 17, who were selected to take part in the tournament in Mexico City organised by Street Child United. Cllr Sue Edmunds, Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council cabinet member for children, young people and families, said: 'This is more than football - it's about empowerment, equality, and giving young people the platform they deserve. 'These girls are ambassadors for Blaenau Gwent and for children's rights around the world.' The Blaenau Gwent team will not only compete in football matches but also participate in a festival of arts and a youth-led Congress focused on children's rights. Advertisement The Football Association Wales is providing sponsorship of £5,000 towards the trip but the team is looking for more sponsorship opportunities. If you are interested, contact Kristian Gay at or call 07412 614067. Team member Lilly-May York said: 'This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for us. We're proud, we're ready, and we can't wait to represent our community in Mexico City.' A big supporter and mentor for the team is Neville Southall, former Wales and Everton goalkeeper, who works for Blaenau Gwent Council as a sports, health and wellbeing employability ambassador. He said: 'I'm absolutely delighted that Blaenau Gwent Youth Service has managed to win a place in the Street Child World Cup in Mexico City, it's the first time I think that a female team from Wales has got to a world cup! Advertisement "For the 10 girls and staff it will be an unbelievable experience and history making for our area and country. The team must raise some of the money, so any donations are welcome, and there are sponsorship opportunities so get on board with our history making girls.' The team who will compete are: Sienna-Mae Cripps, Darcy Gallier-Morgan, Lexi Hamer, Emily Brown, Ayva Batkin, Alexandra Carpe, Peyton Ayears, Ruby Jarett, Lilly-May York and Phoebe Lane.
BBC News
09-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Change of plans for Ebbw Vale glass factory
A company which was set to open a glass factory in Ebbw Vale has changed its investment plans. Ciner Glass announced it would not proceed with its plans for a new glass bottling facility but was seeking alternative investment projects for the same site. The original plans for the factory, which is based on the Rassau Industrial Estate, was set to create 650 jobs. A spokesperson for the company said it remained fully committed to making long-term investments in the UK and south Wales. The decision not to proceed with the initial plans follows an extensive review of the commercial viability of its previous scheme, which has shown significant changes in UK market company said there would be no impact on the community and sporting initiatives it supports, including Ebbw Vale Rugby Club and the Welsh Rugby Union's Fit , Fed, Fun campaign.A spokesperson for Blaenau Gwent Council said it acknowledged the changes in plans. "The council remains committed to supporting economic growth, attracting investment, and creating opportunities for our residents, and we look forward to continuing to work closely with Ciner and partners as they look to develop new plans for the site."A spokesperson for the Welsh government said it was disappointed that the plans for a Ciner Glass plant would not be progressed. "The company has indicated global market forces mean the glass packaging facility is no longer viable, but the decision will nonetheless be felt by the local community," they said.
