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Stitch in time boosts economy
SEW in tears, reap in joy is an old (and slightly adapted) saying, but it's an appropriate one for New Tredegar entrepreneur James Mellor. Formerly the chief engineer with Gossard, when the firm pulled out of the area three years ago he decided to recruit
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Protecting valued employees
A FORMULA ONE driver is responsible for a 900 brake-horse-power petrol bomb which he must navigate as quickly as possible around a track at speeds of more than 200 mph. After performance, safety is the car designer's main priority, and manifest systems
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Urgent Memo - Vote now
VOTE for the Newbridge Memo! That is the message from this tireless group of volunteers who want to transform the fortunes of the glorious building. The Friends of Newbridge Memo are urging everyone in Gwent to pick up their phones and make the call that
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The euro debate
EVERY citizen will soon have to make choices about Britain's future in the EU. Newport Business School has recently carried out research examining the attitudes that will shape these choices to answer the question: Will Britain remain the odd one out?
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Cycling - the perfect exercise
Cycling is a superb workout for the heart and lungs. From a gentle twenty minutes to several hours in hilly terrain, cycling can offer you the perfect form of exercise, whether you are seeking an alternative to walking or looking for a full-on sport.
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Tee off with a friend or two
There's never been a better time for juniors to get started. There are lots of opportunities for the young golfer. There is no other sport where an amateur has the chance to play with a professional and compete on level terms. You can play on some of
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Mixed response to Hawker's WDA resignation
CREATED by act of parliament in 1975, the Welsh Development Agency had the rug pulled from under it last week by Assembly leader Rhodri Morgan. Celebrated in a number of places, and especially within its own offices, the WDA has become so powerful that
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Wales has it all - a holiday to suit every taste and activity
The surroundings you choose for your family holiday or day out can make all the difference between a harmonious happy home and a fraught family feud. You will know from your own brood the more tastes, interests and age groups among them the harder it
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Fun for families all year round
Whether you're entertaining the children outside or in, South Wales can offer family fun all year round. Not only are there the traditional destinations of beaches and country parks, but you'll also find a whole host of exciting attractions dotted around
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Welcome to Blackpool
Britain's most popular holiday destination. It's a town full of firsts: taller, faster rollercoasters, bigger clubs, even the biggest mirror ball in the world plus world-class shows, cosmopolitan restaurants, vibrant nightlife, an active sports scene
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Timeless style for little lambs
WHEN Alison Williams became mum to baby Mia in October 2002 it was just the inspiration she required to launch an individualistic clothing line for young children. She didn't need to look far for a name: her company, Mama Mia, was founded in April 2003
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Gwent mourns Sir Julian
TRIBUTES have been paid to Gwent financier Sir Julian Hodge, 99, who died at the weekend. Political figures, friends and charities were deeply saddened by his death. Multi-millionaire Sir Julian was raised in Pontllanfraith and died at his Jersey home
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Dragons scheme backed
NEWPORT Gwent Dragons have launched a joint season ticket initiative with Gwent's Premier Division clubs. The idea is to encourage supporters from Premier clubs Cross Keys, Newbridge, Pontypool, Ebbw Vale, Bedwas and Caerphilly to support the Dragons
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Head to the Welsh Coast for a 'whale of a time'
If you're aiming to keep the whole family entertained, active and happy... take a look at the Haven and British Holidays Parks around the coast of Wales. Whichever Park you choose, there's plenty to lure your little cherubs away from their Playstations
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Gower Peninsula
If you venture west from Wales' second city, you come across a laid-back world which seems a million miles away from any form of urban life. The Gower peninsula stretches 15 miles to the west of Swansea, a limestone arm jutting out into the Bristol Channel
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Toiling with intent - 07.07.04
WITH just weeks to go until the start of this summer's Eisteddfod in Newport work on the festival site in the grounds of Tredegar House is drawing to a close. Work started on the site in mid-June, when former Newport mayor Councillor Ray Truman cut the
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Seeing Ireland on a bus tour
WHILE bus tours are often seen as a holiday for the more senior traveller, Paul White reports on the advantages they offer young and old, following a week in Ireland. Standing at the bus depot in Normanton, Leeds, waiting for the bus taking my girlfriend
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Appeal blow for Wasps
Tim Stone, Newport Wasps speedway promoter, was fuming after learning that he had lost his bid to get the home Premier League meeting with Workington rerun. The Speedway Control Bureau have pointed out that rules could not allow an appeal against the
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All systems go for biggest party in Wales - 21.05.04
IT'S WALES' biggest party - and this year it's in Wales' newest city. The Eisteddfod, which every year alternates between North and South Wales, last came to Newport in 1988. This summer's festival will be in the same location at Tredegar House, but the
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Confectioners get just desserts
ONE of Newport's sweetest business success stories is about to receive another layer of icing. Gemelli's Desserts is shifting its confectionery production from Kings Lane to larger premises on Enterprise Park (off Enterprise Way). Once established at
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Glenys goes potty for Eisteddfod - 26.04.04
A WOMAN is doing her bit to help the Newport Eisteddfod out of a sticky financial situation - by making jam! Sprightly Glenys Dean, 73, has already stirred up more than 700 pots of jam, marmalade and lemon curd, and is planning to make at least another
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First-time buyers - don't miss out on help
HUNDREDS of first-time buyers are missing out on government help because they aren't aware it is available. Certain areas throughout Wales qualify for a Welsh Assembly scheme entitled 70/30, which offers an interest-free loan to buy 30 per cent of a property
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Home carers vote to strike
NEWPORT'S home carers have overwhelmingly voted to strike after the city council tried to cut their pay and conditions. The 250 home carers, who are among the council's lowest-paid employees, received termination notices from the council last month. They
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From dream to contender
WHAT began as the pipe-dream of just a few a little more than 12 months ago is fast becoming reality. Last year, the Newbridge Memorial Hall was in a shocking state and was facing by a real prospect of demolition if its deterioration worsened. Alarmed
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Urgent memo - vote now
VOTE for the Newbridge Memo! That is the message from the tireless group of volunteers who want to transform the fortunes of the glorious building. The Friends of Newbridge Memo are urging everyone in Gwent to pick up their phones and make the call that
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Tragic history of accident victim
THE Ebbw Vale man who died after he was in collision with a car lost his wife and step-daughter in a road accident 12 years ago, his family said. Tony Padfield suffered fatal head and chest injuries in the incident involving a Land-Rover Freelander at
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Council chiefs suspended
TWO senior Monmouthshire council officers have been suspended as part of investigations into a £1.2m overspend on the new Monnow Bridge. The Argus has learned that director for the environment Jeff Martin and head of highways David Harris have been suspended
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Billen's back at Ebbw Vale
WELSH Premier Division Ebbw Vale say former skipper Chay Billen, pictured, is returning to the club as player-coach. They have also reached an arrangement with another former captain, ex-Wales flanker and now Sale forwards coach Kingsley Jones, to act
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The Fuel Monty
THE full Monty is set for Newport Gwent Dragons in the new season. The Dragons got Percy Montgomery pretty much head on last season, but when he returns to Rodney Parade late next month it will be even more fully frontal. For Monty has been starring for
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Have fun and go fishing
What is the attraction in fishing? Why is it that over three million people actually participate in this noble pastime, which is also one of the fastest growing sports today? Perhaps it is the challenge of catching a fish, whether it is for the table
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Toiling with intent - 07.07.04
WITH just weeks to go until the start of this summer's Eisteddfod in Newport work on the festival site in the grounds of Tredegar House is drawing to a close. Work started on the site in mid-June, when former Newport mayor Councillor Ray Truman cut the
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All systems go for biggest party in Wales - 21.05.04
IT'S WALES' biggest party - and this year it's in Wales' newest city. The Eisteddfod, which every year alternates between North and South Wales, last came to Newport in 1988. This summer's festival will be in the same location at Tredegar House, but the
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Top ten tips for perfect summer packing
If you've ever resorted to sitting on your suitcase whilst straining to pull the zip around its bulging girth, you need a holiday take-away solution that'll help lighten the load without lightening your wallet. At McArthurGlen Designer Outlets, you can
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Wales has it all - a holiday to suit every taste and activity
The surroundings you choose for your family holiday or day out can make all the difference between a harmonious happy home and a fraught family feud. You will know from your own brood the more tastes, interests and age groups among them the harder it
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Glenys goes potty for Eisteddfod - 26.04.04
A WOMAN is doing her bit to help the Newport Eisteddfod out of a sticky financial situation - by making jam! Sprightly Glenys Dean, 73, has already stirred up more than 700 pots of jam, marmalade and lemon curd, and is planning to make at least another
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Abbas back on the ball
ONE year ago he had the world at his feet thanks to his amazing footballing skills and tricks. So Newport man Abbas Farid took his freestyle skills around the world to teach others how to do it. Now Abbas is back and wants to teach youngsters in this
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Ten key messages for dog owners
The ten key messages that Newport City Council would like all dog owners to adopt are: 1. Train your dog in elementary obedience so that it is under control at all times 2. Train your dog to go to toilet at home - if he/she accidentally fouls in public
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Landlord and son deny pub attacks
CUSTOMERS celebrating New Year's Eve in a pub suffered serious injuries when the landlord and his son allegedly attacked them, a court heard. Two of them had a broken nose and one also suffered a broken eye socket. David Evans, 48, landlord of the Upper
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TICKET FRENZY
GLAMORGAN supporters face a battle for tickets to see their side at the Twenty20 finals day at Edgbaston on August 7. The county qualified for the day, when both semi-finals and final will be played, with a five- wickets win over Warwickshire at Sophia