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The new generation of a design legacy
THE new Vespa LX is the latest chapter in the six-decade story of Vespa's design repertoire and represents the new generation of a truly unique legacy. A timelessly elegant design and compact steel body are the hallmarks of Vespa that make it stand out
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Irish talent heading this way
A MASS migration of folk singers is heading from Ireland to the UK. Damien Rice, David Kitt, and Paddy Casey have all been guilty of chart action on the Emerald Isle, with the former also bothering the top 40 in Britain. Now Paddy Casey is trying his
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55 series makes DVLA go early
DVLA Personalised Registrations will make prices for its list of more than eight million 55 series registrations available from May 9, three weeks earlier than planned due to the volume of public enquiries the government agency is receiving. "We have
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Retired players could have future - Tosh
Wales manager John Toshack has admitted any of the Wales players who retired since he took over from Mark Hughes could return to the international set-up. But while the way is open for the likes of Bolton's Gary Speed to come straight back into the team
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I hope my brother's killer 'rots in hell'
THE sister of a man who plummeted to his death from a 100ft cliff has branded his killer's sentence as "disgusting". John Storm, from Cwmbran, was yesterday sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of the manslaughter of his 40-year-old
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Ginny joins the Z set
GLAMOROUS Ginny Buckley is no stranger to the fast lane in her job as presenter of BBC1's Holiday programme. Here we caught her wasting no time at all getting off a plane, straight into her new Nissan 350Z Roadster. And revving its engine. Showing her
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Mama mia! What a meal
Vittorio, Stow Hill, Newport. WITH inviting aromas and lively chatter filling the room, we could have closed our eyes and imagined we were back at last year's holiday destination. But we were a long way from bella Italia and instead were not far from
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Dragons target home tie
A home draw in the Celtic Cup quarter-finals at the end of the month - that's the target for Newport Gwent Dragons as the league programme draws to a close. The title has already been decided in favour of Neath Swansea Ospreys, leaving the Celtic Cup
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Concern grows for Tracey
CONCERN is growing for a "vulnerable" Gwent woman who has been missing for nearly three weeks. Tracey Reed was reported missing from her mother's home in Oakfield, Cwmbran last month. The 25-year-old was last seen by her family on March 12 but was sighted
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Icon hits Mazda showrooms
AN ICON is about to make a hit in Mazda showrooms this month. The Mazda MX-5 Icon Special Edition, available from April is the latest special edition model of the world's most popular roadster. The Mazda MX-5 Icon is available at £16,600 on-the-road for
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We're all going on a ...
THE New Venture Players present the smash hit musical Summer Holiday at the Dolman Theatre, Newport, from Monday, April 4, to Saturday, April 9. While at this time of the year many of us are considering our summer holiday Newport's New Venture Players
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New R-Class unwrapped
FOR THE second time within the space of just one month, Mercedes-Benz is lifting the wraps on another brand new model series, the new R-Class, which is making its world debut at the New York International Auto Show. This groundbreaking vehicle concept
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Exciting entertainment
The summer is on its way and so is the Riverfront's new summer programme. Jam-packed with music, dance, theatre, comedy and an extensive workshop programme, the Riverfront is guaranteed to get your summer off to a sizzling start. Taking place from April
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Honour by committee
CUSTOMER deliveries have not yet begun, but Nissan's 350Z Roadster has already won its first European accolade. It has been awarded the honour of "Cabriolet of the Year" at the Geneva Motor Show. The jury of international automotive journalists voted
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Leaping at chance to try urban sport
THERE were ollies, flips and spins in Gwent when the UK Pro Workshop tour came to town. The tour was a first for Newport where local skating, break dancing, turntable and BMX enthusiasts had a rare opportunity to learn from top professionals. The Sprite
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A hybrid in New York
LEXUS continues to rock the luxury car market as it unveiled yet another ground breaking hybrid vehicle with the Lexus GS450h taking the stage at the new York International Auto Show. Based closely on the new GS luxury sport saloon, that goes on sale
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I'm ready to see off intruders
A PENSIONER who found an intruder in her bedroom has vowed never to be left terrified again - and so has borrowed a guard dog to protect her. Margaret Holmes, 75, saw a burglar standing at the door of her bedroom when she woke at 6.30am on Wednesday.
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'School's fate is already decided'
DOCUMENTS obtained by parents fighting the closure of a Newport school show that the council had decided on its future as far back as the summer of 2003, protestors claim. Using the Freedom of Information Act, Malpas Park Action Group asked Newport council
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Strong features, big personality
TAKING long trips in comfort is one of the key attributes of the Chevrolet Lacetti four-door saloon. It is extremely spacious and offers the most rear legroom in its class. The elegant, sporty design by Pininfarina, the wide-ranging comfort and safety
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Sequel will leave you cool
Review: Be Cool (12A) IT has been a bad few weeks for sequels and no more so than this follow-up to the 1995 hit Get Shorty. That enjoyable thriller saw Miami debt collector Chili Palmer (Travolta) discovering that his true talents lay as a successful
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Coles relishing new challenge
Michael Coles is Exeter Falcons all-time appearance record holder - but he can't wait for the tapes to go up against Newport Wasps, his new club, on Sunday in the Premier Trophy (2.30pm). The 39-year-old Coles, who made 496 appearances for the Devon outfit
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Young fan joins greats - in miniature
A YOUNG Manchester United fan from Gwent has joined a dream team of soccer stars - even though they're only an inch tall. David James, 13, of Pontrhydyrun Road, Cwmbran, transferred from Pontnewydd B (under 14s) for the day, to join a special team at
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Tragic dad's body released to family
AN inquest into the death of Newport father-of-three who died after an incident at a city pub was opened yesterday. The hearing was told Lemy Bullock, 36, died from stomach wounds following an incident at Harvey's pub in Pill, on March 15. Gwent coroner
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Take a boat ride to tranquillity
WITH spring finally here, there's no better time to enjoy the peace and wildlife of the Brecon Beacons. Beacon Park Boats offer selection of boats for locals and tourists to enjoy the peaceful and relaxing national park. At Llanfoist, near Abergavenny
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See the light, with the new Pifco Workmate
A GOOD quality torch is one of those "must have" items for keeping around the home or in the car, often proving invaluable for those jobs which require a little extra light. In fact a torch's uses don't end there as a multitude of anglers and other outdoor
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TREBLE BOOST FOR COUNTY
JOHN Cornforth has boosted his ranks ahead of tomorrow's Conference South relegation showdown with Havant and Waterlooville by drafting in three new faces to Spytty Park. Cornforth has swooped to sign long-term target, Swansea midfield schemer Antonio
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Is a smaller CC a better CC?
LET'S NOT kid ourselves that Peugeot's 307CC is any kind of sporty car. Sure, the 180bhp 2.0-litre model shares an engine with the 206 GTi 180 hot hatchback but where the 206 is relatively slimline, the CC has a distinct weight problem resulting from
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Hopes soar for the future of centre
THE future of a Newport leisure centre under threat of closure looks brighter today as plans to save it gain pace. Last month the city council announced it was reviewing the future of Underwood leisure centre. It says the building needs urgent electrical
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Retired players could have future - Tosh
Wales manager John Toshack has admitted any of the Wales players who retired since he took over from Mark Hughes could return to the international set-up. But while the way is open for the likes of Bolton's Gary Speed to come straight back into the team
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The Blocked are back
This lot - The Blocked - were a band when Newport was being hailed as the new Seattle. Along with groups like 60ft Dolls, the trio had some success in the mid-90s before disappearing as the decade wound on. Their bittersweet tales of sexual encounters
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Blueprint for a better tomorrow
A LOCAL authority has developed a blueprint to improve the standard of living in one of the most deprived areas in Wales. Blaenau Gwent council has just published its Community Plan following widespread consultation over the last three years. It will
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The need for speed!
RENAULT Sport's fabulous Megane Trophy supercar will make its official UK debut at the 2005 Goodwood Festival of Speed in the capable hands of former Renault Formula One driver, 55-year-ol Frenchman Patrick Tambay. Megane Trophy's wheels turned for the
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I'm ready to fight Veit
SORRY I missed you last week, but after the huge disappointment of my world title defence against Brian Magee in Belfast being called off at such short notice I decided to chill out for a few days with my girlfriend in Rome to celebrate my birthday. I'd
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Big exposure for Camera
Wrexham's Camera leapt up the public awareness-ometer when they opened the show at the Tsunami benefit concert in the Millennium Stadium. Having released just one single, the quiet pop band were thrust in front of 61,000 people, plus millions of others
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Fire at historic building was arson - police
A FIRE which caused more than £1 million worth of damage to an historic Newport building was an arson attack, police confirmed. Work on restoring The Maltings, a former brewery and listed building, was just weeks away from completion when it was devastated
