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Gurney makes County’s point
County 1 Eastbourne 1 THIS certainly wasn't the result County wanted, but after a remarkable day in the Blue Square South, it looks as if four points from their last two games should be enough to clinch a play-off place. Manager Peter Beadle was far
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Cannabis farmer kept as 'slave'
A VIETNAMESE man was kept prisoner in appalling conditions at a cannabis farm in rural Monmouthshire. Judge Roderick Denyer said the conditions under which Tien Nguyen, 31, was kept as a cannabis farmer were, "as close as you can possibly get to slavery
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"Our hero was taken too soon"
THE FAMILY of a Newport pipe fitter paid tribute to their "hero" after his death from suspected asbestosis. Roger Bird, 61, of Ogmore Crescent, Bettws, was described as one of life's true gentlemen, by the dozens of relatives, friends, neighbours and
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Joe on top of the world
JOE Calzaghe, the Pride of Wales, will fly home tomorrow rightfully acclaimed as one of the greatest sportsmen ever to come out of Great Britain. By vanquishing Bernard Hopkins, Calzaghe has secured his legacy as a Hall of Fame fighter on both sides
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Scouts' tribute to retiring leader
MORE than a thousand Newport Scouts taking part in the annual St George's Day Parade gave a rousing cheer for their retiring district commissioner David 'Polly' Pollard. The tribute was led by the Mayor of Newport Councillor Allan Morris who wore the
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CALZAGHE: Hometown fans celebrate
HUNDREDS of boxing fans packed out Newbridge rugby club in the early hours of today to cheer on their hero Joe Calzaghe. Argus reporter BEN FRAMPTON joined them. Newbridge's prodigal son was cheered on by hundreds of the town's residents who couldn't
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Flats plan for historic Valleys building
A RUNDOWN corner of a Valleys village could be given a new lease of life with new homes and apartments. Torfaen councillors are set to approve plans to demolish the historic Co-operative building and a row of former shops in High Street, Abersychan.
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BREAKING NEWS: Two dead in crash
TWO people died in a head-on collision between two vehicles at lunchtime today, said South Wales Fire and Rescue Service. A spokeswoman for the fire service said they were called to the crash outside The Hardwick pub in Abergavenny just before 12.30pm
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Mayor of Torfaen's Award
Many congratulations must go to Mike Parry of The Park, Blaenavon, for being honoured with an award from the Mayor of Torfaen, Councillor Bill King. Mike Parry was presented with his award recently at a reception at the Civic Centre, Pontypool. Mike received
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Litter Pick
Six Bells Tenants & Residents Association are holding a litter pick on Saturday, April 26, starting at 10am from the Six Bells Community Centre. There will be a free bag of chips for all participants. We are looking for people to come and help us make
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Mail choir concert at Congress
THE multi-award winning and internationally acclaimed Cwmbach Male Choir demonstrate their vocal talents at Cwmbran Congress Theatre on Saturday, May 10, at 7.30pm, when they visit the town for the first time. The 60-strong choir will be demonstrating
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PONTHIR WI
MEETING: Mrs Jean Wiltshire, president, welcomed all to the April meeting held in the Ponthir Village Hall on Monday, April 7. Mrs Agnes Heath, secretary, dealt with the necessary business, read minutes, correspondence and the County Letter. She
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Shortage of seating
During the recent half term holidays I happened to walk past the children's playground opposite the Leisure Centre and was delighted to see that it was absolutely packed with youngsters who, to judge by the screams and shouts, were thoroughly enjoying
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Is the truth out there?
THE trouble with online 'encylcopaedia' Wikipedia is that anyone can add to it - however insane or mischievous they may be. Take the tale of the village of Denshaw in the Pennines, where the Wikipedia entry said its population was devastated by a tapeworm
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Two hurt in crashes
TWO people are in a serious condition after two separate crashes overnight. One was taken to the Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport, after a Fiat Bravo was involved in a collision in Thornhill Road, near the junction with Hafren Road, Cwmbran, at about 12.45am
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Pupils help friends get on their bikes
YOUNGSTERS at Cefn Fforest Primary school treated their friends in the special needs department to three new bicycles. The school's council raised £2,000 through a bring and buy sale, an easter raffle and a circuits challenge, in which children were
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BREAKING NEWS: Woman dies in Valleys crash
A 20-year-old woman died and another person is in a serious condition following a crash in the early hours today. Five people were in the car which was involved in the collision on the A467, about one mile north of Abertillery, at the junction with Roseheyworth
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UK NEWS: Cuba detainees 'to sue Government'
A group of former Guantanamo Bay detainees are set to sue the British Government, it has been reported. Legal representatives for eight men freed from the notorious detention camp in Cuba are said to have issued writs against MI5 and MI6. It is
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Calzaghe beats Hopkins on points
Joe Calzaghe battled back from a stunning first round knockdown to score a disputed split decision victory over Bernard Hopkins in Las Vegas and reign as light-heavyweight world number one. Calzaghe extended his unbeaten record to 45 fights but only
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CALZAGHE BEATS HOPKINS
JOE CALZAGHE - knocked down in the first round - has beaten Bernard Hopkins by split decision on a thrilling night in Las Vegas. Calzaghe was cut for only the second time in his career and floored for only the third time by a huge right hand to his nose
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Cleverly in dominant win
NATHAN Cleverly got Team Calzaghe off to a dream start here in Vegas tonight, comprehensively beating American Antonio Baker. Cleverly won the eight rounder by unanimous decision, all three ringside judges scoring the contest 80-72. For full report
