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Make a dream come true
REBECCA Maggs is a little girl who is part of a big dream - and we want you, our readers, to help make it come true. The Newport seven-year-old is among 1,200 disabled children across south Gwent whose lives are made all the harder for want of a modern
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TaketheFamily.com
STUCK for ideas about where to take the family this summer? Help is at hand from a new online travel service. Designed by parents for parents, TaketheFamily.com offers advice, destinations and booking all in one place. "We're hoping to make it easier
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Sparkle Appeal hits the £50,000 mark
SEVEN months after launching our Sparkle Appeal and we have raised £50,000 from people eager to support the worthwhile cause. People from across Gwent have taken the appeal to their hearts and have raised money to help special children. We launched the
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Airport rail link could be open by next spring
Work has started on the new station which will create a direct rail link to Cardiff International Airport. escape... reports THE re-opening of the Vale of Glamorgan line and the opening of Rhoose station is to cost in the region of £17m and is possible
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Canine Partners
Canine Partners is a progressive charity which aims to transform the lives of people with disabilities (Partners) by providing them with highly trained assistance dogs, enabling them to live more independently and enjoy an enhanced lifestyle. People,
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Prize vouchers will help you have a great break at luxury hotel
To help you enjoy some time away from it all escape.... has teamed up with Leisure Vouchers to offer one lucky reader the chance to win £50 worth of vouchers WHEN you've had a bad day at the office a two-week holiday sounds like a dream But in reality
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How you can help Sparkle
YOUR help will be vital if the Argus campaign to raise £250,000 for the Sparkle Appeal is to be successful. Special fundraising packs are available from the Sparkle Appeal Office, South Gwent Children's Foundation, Block 10 Friars Field, Newport, NP20
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Bid to stop care work strike
TRADE unions representing Newport's home carers are today meeting councillors in an attempt to stop strike action. Newport's home carers voted by more than 94 per cent in favour of striking over overtime and bonus payments. In June Newport council issued
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Welcome...
Welcome to July escape.... Once again we have teamed up with another company to offer you a great competition and the chance to win £50 worth of leisure vouchers to use at one of several possible venues. We are looking forward to a great summer
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Wacky wheels ready to roll
IT is billed as a cross between Formula One and the Wacky Races, and one Newport daredevil is hoping to skipper his team to success in this summer's Red Bull Soap Box Race. Andrew Cornell, 33, will captain a team in the Red Bull Soap Box Race, as he leads
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One-stop unit will ease the stress for families
EIGHT-year-old Sophie Hennah is, by any definition of the term, a battler - and she has had to be. Severe disablement and a string of serious health problems mean she has spent much of her life in hospitals and clinics. That she has reached eight years
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A super star for social housing
'I wanted the opportunity to take hard business skills into an environment where rewards went beyond the bottom line'. These are the words of Amanda Davies (pictured), the high-powered chief executive of Gwent's newly-formed social housing conglomerate
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Eastern promise guaranteed
The Far East is fast becoming the holidaydestination for those seeking once-in-a-lifetime experiences IMAGINE bathing with elephants in a beautiful mountain stream, walking along one of the world's greatest man-made structures, the Great Wall of China
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What is Meningitis?
Bacteria and viruses are not the only cause of Meningitis, but are the main causes in the UK. Any germ is capable of causing Meningitis. Viral Meningitis is more common than the bacterial form but generally less serious, although it can be debilibating
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Choc full of Swiss delights
JEANNINE WILLIAMSON satisfied her sweet tooth with a trip to Switzerland THE shoes on display, with their turned up toes and scruffy uppers, were a world away from those worn by well-heeled Swiss ladies taking a morning stroll. But they were positively
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County close in on ex-Cardiff stars
NEWPORT County boss Peter Nicholas hopes to confirm a double swoop on ex-Cardiff City players this week, writes Michael Pearlman. Nicholas confirmed to the Argus that both Scott Young and Jason Bowen are close to completing moves to Spytty Park as his
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Helping disabled kids - and their families
Why do people choose to share their spare time with disabled children from their local community? In the middle of a busy life, it is all too easy to lose sight of the benefits to be gained from taking part in a well-run voluntary scheme. Rose Brown is
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Hoppe steps down from enterprise role
THE CHAIRMAN of Newport and Gwent Enterprise and ngb2b is stepping down after 12 years' distinguished service. Ben Hoppe is 71 and is aiming to reduce his workload. He is chairman of engineering group Rowecord, a past president of the British Constructional
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Cheap - but is it good value?
IF you are still planning to book a holiday this summer, your mantra should be 'Is it value for money?' While it's great to have discounts, bargain-basement deals often have a downside. We've all bought a cheap Little Black Dress and found it didn't hang
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Record of success
The Newport and Gwent Chamber of Commerce, Enterprise & Industry has had a vast amount of experience in helping businesses in the former Gwent area to achieve their goals. The organisation is exceptionally proud to have forged strong links with local
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Fake DVDs seized
HUNDREDS of pirate DVDs - many of films not yet being shown in UK cinemas - were seized in a raid at a car boot sale in Ebbw Vale. Hollywood movies such as I, Robot, and The Punisher, not yet on cinema release in the UK, were among hundreds of counterfeit
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Olympic starting line
If you are thinking of going to Athens for the 2004 Olympic Games from August 13 then heed this advice from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office * GREEK Law requires you to carry ID at all times. * Ensure you have a valid passport with completed next of
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Ex- internationals should not go on tour
THERE is no way retired international stars Scott Quinnell, Robert Howley, Martin Johnson and Bryan Redpath should be considered for the British Lions tour to New Zealand next year. The subject has reared its ugly head again after Lions coach, England's
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£10m defence deal delight
A NEWBRIDGE firm says a £10 million Ministry of Defence contract means it will secure the company for "the long haul". Axiom boss Shaun Ashmead said: "We have been trying to break into the defence sector for the last year. "This contract will run for
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Closer to home
THE Garth Hotel, Stafford, is offering bed and breakfast accommodation and the price of entry into Alton Towers theme park for a family of four for £132.50 The package is available throughout the week until November. * Call 0845 300 2000 to make a booking
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Face to face with wonders of the wild
ANDREW DOUGLAS travels to South Africa and gets up close and personal with the wildest of animals TWO lionesses appear from the inky darkness and pad slowly along the red dust track. Caught in the Land Rover's headlights, they glance in our direction
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Festival set to be bigger and better
SINCE the Eisteddfod last visited Newport 16 years ago, it has expanded to become one of the UK's largest music and arts festivals. And for visitors to the festival, which opens in Newport this Friday, that means more singing, dancing, performances and
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Order for man who attacked wife
A HUSBAND who carried out a frightening attack on his wife was sentenced to a community rehabilitation order for two years yesterday. Prosecutor Kevin Seal told Cardiff crown court that Gordon Jones, 28, rang the police himself after the attack. Jones
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Eastern promise guaranteed
The Far East is fast becoming the holidaydestination for those seeking once-in-a-lifetime experiences IMAGINE bathing with elephants in a beautiful mountain stream, walking along one of the world's greatest man-made structures, the Great Wall of China
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Fit for a right royal break
KEN BENNETT travels to Windsor to visit the Queen's weekend haunt ONE of the best views you get of Windsor castle is crossing the common land where lazy cows munch on buttercups as you take the 10-minute drive from Taplow to Windsor. It's become the Queen's
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Mum owned car in toddler accident
THE car involved in an accident in which a toddler died belonged to the girl's mother, police revealed today. But officers say they still do not know who was behind the wheel at the time of tragic incident. Erin Kate Wright, two, died on Friday afternoon
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Latest notices: Saddle up for north east HF Holidays has introduced a leisurely eight-day cycle route on the coast of Northumberland. The base is HF Holidays own country house hotel, Nether Grange in the harbour village of Alnmouth in the heart of Northumberlands
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Head off to the sunshine
From Alicante to Zakynthos we have an A to Z of last-minute travel offers for you From Cardiff Direct Holidays are offering the following late deals: Departing July 27, 14 nights in Crete, 3 star self-catering, £329 per adult. Departing July 28, 14 nights
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Best of two countries
IMAGINE a place that mixes the best of France with the best of Switzerland, that is hidden away from tourists yet is at the same time easily accessible. The Franche-Comte region of France is just such a place. If the map of France was a body, Franche-Comte
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New face of transport in the city
Newport Transport is a private limited company trading as Newport Transport Ltd controlled by a board of directors similar to any private business. Previously the Borough of Newport Transport department was under the direct control of the borough council
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Prize vouchers will help you have a great break at luxury hotel
To help you enjoy some time away from it all escape.... has teamed up with Leisure Vouchers to offer one lucky reader the chance to win £50 worth of vouchers WHEN you've had a bad day at the office a two-week holiday sounds like a dream But in reality
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Welcome...
Welcome to July escape.... Once again we have teamed up with another company to offer you a great competition and the chance to win £50 worth of leisure vouchers to use at one of several possible venues. We are looking forward to a great summer
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Head off to the sunshine
From Alicante to Zakynthos we have an A to Z of last-minute travel offers for you From Cardiff Direct Holidays are offering the following late deals: Departing July 27, 14 nights in Crete, 3 star self-catering, £329 per adult. Departing July 28, 14 nights
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Who's done what to help the cause
In the past seven months, many local people and businesses have raised funds for the Sparkle appeal. Here are some of them: l A group of Newport pensioners donated £50 from their social events fund to Sparkle. l Ellie Lebbon and Chloe Kostanjevec turned
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On your doorstep...
Celtic Cruises A WELSH cruise company is offering holidaymakers the chance to get a totally different view of Wales - from the sea. Celtic cruises offer a range of one and two-night cruises around the coast of south west Wales, exploring its natural beauty
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Cheap - but is it good value?
IF you are still planning to book a holiday this summer, your mantra should be 'Is it value for money?' While it's great to have discounts, bargain-basement deals often have a downside. We've all bought a cheap Little Black Dress and found it didn't hang
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Pedal cabs idea
PEDAL power is about to go large in Cardiff thanks to a postgraduate student of the University of Wales Newport Business School. Mike Parfitt has set up a company to operate a fleet of "city cruisers" in the capital. They will bridge the gap between the
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Tributes to former council leader
MOVING tributes are being paid to former Torfaen council leader Brian Smith, (pictured), who died on Sunday. The 63-year-old lost a long battle with cancer and a brain tumour. A civic funeral will be held for him on Friday. Among the hundreds of mourners
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Take time to enjoy Prague
Over the past decade Prague has reinvented itself, JEANNINE WILLIAMSON visited one of the newest members of the EU IT'S 11 at night, I'm only halfway through the 90-page hardback book and there are already others queuing up to see it. When I'd asked for
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Designed especially for children
THE new children's centre will provide extensive facilities under one roof. Currently there is no single facility that can support the co-ordinated range of assessments, therapies, support and advice services that children with disabilities and their
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How to adapt a home
Useful tips to make life easier There are many aspects to consider when adapting your home to accommodate a disability. Here are a few suggestions: Access to your Home Handrails Ramps Steplifts Hardstanding Dropped kerb Additional exterior lighting Locking
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Saddle up for north east - HF Holidays has introduced a leisurely eight-day cycle route on the coast of Northumberland. The base is HF Holidays' own country house hotel, Nether Grange in the harbour village of Alnmouth in the heart of Northumberland's
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Every little bit helps
THE SOUTH Gwent children's centre will be like nothing else in this area. It will seek to improve the lives of hundreds of disabled children, bringing together a unique combination of health, education and social services under one roof for the children
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Kasper back in action
AUSTRALIAN paceman Mike Kasprowicz returns from international duty to spearhead Glamorgan's challenge for triple honours at Sophia Gardens tomorrow. Before the rejuvenated 32-year-old returns to Australia for further internationals next month, he can
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Now let's go for it
SUPPORTERS of the Newbridge Memorial Hall's bid to win a makeover say they are confident with hard work they can now go all the way. On Sunday night the Grade II listed building polled 44 per cent of the votes to beat off tough competition and win the
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Take time to enjoy Prague
Over the past decade Prague has reinvented itself, JEANNINE WILLIAMSON visited one of the newest members of the EU IT'S 11 at night, I'm only halfway through the 90-page hardback book and there are already others queuing up to see it. When I'd asked for
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Olympic Profile - 18 days to go
Richard Vaughan, 26, from Llanbradach is undoubtedly the comeback kid of world badminton. A hip injury sustained in 1997 forced him out of the game for twelve months and experts were fearful that the star would never play again. As a consequence to that
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Fit for a right royal break
KEN BENNETT travels to Windsor to visit the Queen's weekend haunt ONE of the best views you get of Windsor castle is crossing the common land where lazy cows munch on buttercups as you take the 10-minute drive from Taplow to Windsor. It's become the Queen's
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Olympic starting line
If you are thinking of going to Athens for the 2004 Olympic Games from August 13 then heed this advice from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office * GREEK Law requires you to carry ID at all times. * Ensure you have a valid passport with completed next of
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Give the children a better life
WELCOME to the second in our series of supplements which are part of our aim to help build a treatment centre for disabled children in our area. Once again we urge you to support us in our bid to help raise £250,000 towards the £6m cost of the centre
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Face to face with wonders of the wild
ANDREW DOUGLAS travels to South Africa and gets up close and personal with the wildest of animals TWO lionesses appear from the inky darkness and pad slowly along the red dust track. Caught in the Land Rover's headlights, they glance in our direction
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Out of School Clubs
Out of School Clubs exist to ease the childcare problems experienced by many parents due to work, training or other commitments. They aim to be affordable and accessible. They incorporate enjoyable, creative play opportunities with high quality care for
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Closer to home
THE Garth Hotel, Stafford, is offering bed and breakfast accommodation and the price of entry into Alton Towers theme park for a family of four for £132.50 The package is available throughout the week until November. * Call 0845 300 2000 to make a booking
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Store goes green
A FIRM claiming to be South Wales' largest contemporary furniture retailer has found a green solution for disposing of up to 100 tons of cardboard and polythene waste annually. Maskreys has shops across in Newport, Bristol and Cardiff and a £2m storage
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Family's agony over transplant
IT is every parents worst nightmare. To see your child ill and be unable to do anything about it. For Mel and Steven Campbell, of Rogerstone, the problem is twice as bad. Sons Luke and Ashley have now been waiting 17-months for life-saving operations
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Pick of the last-minutes
Whether touring in Turkey, browsing in Bangkok, lazing in Langkawi, or toasting in Tenerife, there's sure to be something here for you From Cardiff TOUR operator Direct Holidays are offering the following late deals: Departing May 4, seven nights in Crete
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Parents take pride in James' achievements
THERE is an eye-catching picture on the wall of James Allen's playroom at his Newport home. Four colourful figures are lined up, their stance unmistakably celebratory, and James is more than happy to explain what the picture means. It is an image that
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Choc full of Swiss delights
JEANNINE WILLIAMSON satisfied her sweet tooth with a trip to Switzerland THE shoes on display, with their turned up toes and scruffy uppers, were a world away from those worn by well-heeled Swiss ladies taking a morning stroll. But they were positively
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HE'S THE RIGHT MAN
UNDERESTIMATE Chris Anderson at your peril -- that is the warning from fellow rugby league ace David Watkins about the man who is set to become coach of Newport Gwent Dragons. Critics in Wales have been lining up, stressing that the Dragons' new man has
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Alcopops driver banned
A MAN was banned from driving for 20 months yesterday after he was caught behind the wheel after drinking up to 15 bottles of alcopops. Owen Thomas Morris, of Newport Road, Castleton, pleaded guilty at an earlier hearing to driving while above the alcohol
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Best of two countries
IMAGINE a place that mixes the best of France with the best of Switzerland, that is hidden away from tourists yet is at the same time easily accessible. The Franche-Comte region of France is just such a place. If the map of France was a body, Franche-Comte
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Horse power breaks show records
THERE was a record number of 67 entries at this year's South Wales Shire Horse Society show in Abergavenny. Competitors travelled from as far afield as Humberside, Derbyshire, Cheshire, Cornwall and Anglesey to take part in the Shire Horse of the Year