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Half a Sixpence, Christchurch Hall, Newport
It was a night of firsts for Christchurch Music Society's excellent production of Half a Sixpence. Sadly for me, it was a first opening night without the company of the society's much-loved president, Ernest Fuller, unable to make it this time
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Church praying for glory
NEWPORT’S Simon Church is dreaming of Wembley glory with Premier League football the glittering prize in the Championship play-off final. The Reading striker helped see off Cardiff City in Tuesday’s semi-final and has now set his sights on beating Swansea
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Teenagers 'think it's OK to cheat'
One in four teenagers thinks it is acceptable to cheat in exams, new research found. And many see no harm in shoplifting or fare dodging on public transport.The report raises concerns that many students will start adulthood believing that unethical
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Dogs on show in Newport charity event
A CHARITY dog show takes place in Newport on May 30. The event, organised by the council’s Coronation Kennels, will raise money for canine charity Hope Rescue. There will be stalls and refreshments plus advice and demonstrations on howto look
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Caldicot police get tough on underage drinking
A POLICE operation was successful in tackling anti-social behaviour and underage drinking in Caldicot on this year’s school leaver’s day. The Severnside Neighbourhood Team spoke to off-licences, asking them to be vigilant when selling alcohol
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Cwmbran residents' garage views wanted
RESIDENTS in south west Cwmbran will be asked for their views on the garages in the area as part of a consultation by Bron Afon Community Housing. The organisation will start with a survey of people living in Greenmeadow, St Dials, Two Locks
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Tributes paid to Senedd's former presiding officer
ASSEMBLY Members have paid formal tribute to the Senedd's former presiding officer Dafydd Elis-Thomas. Last week, Lord Elis-Thomas stood down after being in the job for 12 years - though he will remain as an AM for Dwyfor Merionydd. He was suceeded
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Mike and the Mechanics, Motorpoint Arena
Genesis guitarist Mike Rutherford successfully resurrected his Mechanics solo project at Cardiff's Motorpoint Arena with an injection of new life provided by Andrew Roachford and Tim Howar. Confident and indeed content enough to remain in the
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Bid to reinstate AMs withdrawn
TWO AMs remain disqualified from the Welsh Assembly after the case to reinstate them was withdrawn. The Liberal Democrats had planned to put a motion to the Siambr this afternoon for Aled Roberts and John Dixon to be allowed back into the Assembly
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Wales unemployment figures down by 10,000
UNEMPLOYMENT has fallen in Wales - but there has been a rise in the number of those claiming jobseekers' allowance. New figures published today by the Office for National Statistics showed that across the principality there were 10,000 fewer people
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Delight as Newport projects get funds
FOUR Newport community projects are celebrating after receiving a share of £800,000 from the Big Lottery Fund, with help from the Argus. Newport Chinese Community Centre was awarded £245,261 to provide more information, education, activities
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Plans for new Cwmbran homes submitted
MORE than 60 homes could be built on an industrial site in Cwmbran if plans get the go ahead. Barratt Homes (South Wales) has submitted plans to Torfaen council to build 64 houses on the site known as The Cold Store in Llantarnam. This is
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Llanmartin scout scoops golden prize
A NEWPORT scout received the highest scouting accolade when he was presented with the Chief Scout’s gold award last week. Duane Murphy, 14, of Llanmartin, was given the award as testament to his hard work and commitment to his troop. The
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Pontypool families unite for fundraiser
TWO Pontypool women are holding a charity fun day to raise funds for causes close to their hearts. Frances Johnson, of New Inn, and Christine Ward, of Tranch, will hold the event on May 21 to raise money for the Llandough Hospital and charity
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Mixed messages on Gwent house prices
THE average cost of a house in Blaenau Gwent is now almost half that of Newport’s, new figures show. Statistics from the Land Registry show the average price of completed house sales in Blaenau Gwent was just £65,305 in March 2011. The price
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Future unclear for Cwmbran ice cream factory
UNCERTAINTY still looms over the future of a Cwmbran ice cream factory which closed last month, despite the brand being bought out. Loseley Dairy Ice Cream Ltd brands were bought out of administration by Beechdean Farmhouse Dairy Ice Cream,
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Newport teen denies part in robbery
A NEWPORT teenager took part in a knifepoint robbery of a city newsagents, a court heard yesterday. The 17-year-old, who cannot be named, was said to be part of a four-man gang who threatened a shopworker with the kitchen knife before making
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BREAKING NEWS: Cleverly world title fight off after opponent pulls out
Nathan Cleverly's world title fight against WBO light-heavyweight champion Juergen Braehmer has been called off because of an eye injury to the German. Braehmer, 32, was due to face Cleverly, 24, at London's 02 Arena this Saturday. The German could
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Turley turns to Clev for inspiration
CEFN Fforest fighter Rob Turley is looking to take a page out of the box of his mate and neighbour Nathan Cleverly by becoming a regular fixture on television as he nears a British title fight, writes Michael Pearlman. The super bantamweight got a taste
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Crosskeys guitarist going for glory in final
THIS youngster is just one step away from a national award after making the final courtesy of his guitar-playing skills. Callum Williams, 12, from Crosskeys, is in the final five of the Young Guitarist of the Year competition, run by Guitarist
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Unfancied Pryce could be all right
CWMBRAN coach Gary Lockett will pound the motorways this week as two of his fighters look to make a splash at opposite ends of the country. The former WBU world middleweight champion will be three years retired next month and has since built his boxing
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EDITORIAL COMMENT: A visit to savour
IT was inevitable the Queen’s visit to Ireland would not be without its critics. But this historic visit was in our view worth celebrating. For the first time in 100 years a British monarch has visited Ireland And the fact the visit took place
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CELL-DEATH INQUEST: Sergeants admit failing in duties
TWO Gwent policemen accepted they failed in their duties as custody sergeants at Newport’s central police station, in the hours before a 22-year-old man died after a night in a cell. And an inquest into Newport man Andrew Sheppard’s death in
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Hornets are safe - for now
THE Newport Hornets are safe from the axe – at least in the short term. Owner Steve Mallett had warned that the team might have to be pulled due to low attendances at Queensway Meadows. But the reprieve is not unconditional and crowd figures will be
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'No proof' Valleys council leader breached code
A WATCHDOG investigation into allegations Blaenau Gwent Council leader Des Hillman deliberately misled councillors into believing a senior officer had suffered a heart attack has found no evidence he breached the code of conduct. Cllr Hillman
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Elite Aussie signs for Wasps
Newport Wasps have signed an Australian Elite League star as the management’s drive to improve the team’s fortunes continues. The latest recruit is Jason Doyle of the Poole Pirates and Australia and he will spearhead the team alongside captain Leigh
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Hundreds say farewell to Nantyglo mum and daughter
A MOTHER and daughter were laid to rest in the same coffin yesterday almost three weeks after they were killed in a horrific Valleys road accident. Around 500 people attended the funerals of Stephanie Curtis, 35, and her six-year-old daughter
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Bignot pens a new deal
NEWPORT County have tied down defender Paul Bignot to a new contract, even though he could yet be departing for life in the Championship. The right back, who swept the board with individual honours this season including being named your Argus Player
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1,600 in fight against Newport incinerator
MORE than 1,600 people have signed petitions against proposals for a waste incinerator in Newport, although no firm plans have been decided on the scheme. Already residents have joined forces and formed the Stop Newport Incinerator Campaign
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Nash youngsters get play area from power station
YOUNGSTERS in a Newport village are enjoying a new play area thanks to a donation from the companies behind Uskmouth's Severn Power Station. Children living in Nash village helped chose the rides and slides they wanted for the new playground
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Goytre teen delivers greens to raise cash for school trip
AN Abergavenny student raised almost £1,000 towards a school trip to South Africa by delivering fruit and veg to local residents. Haydn Smith, 14, of Goytre delivers fruit, veg, potatoes and eggs to around 30 customers in the village each week
