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Crowds enjoy Abergavenny Festival of Cycling - as traders get into carnival spirit
CROWDS gathered in the streets tonight for the circuit racing in Abergavenny Festival of Cycling.Races included the under 8’s, traders race , Welsh vets championship, Welsh women’s championship and the Welsh senior championship.The youth races
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Barrowman's Back With New Tour
Britain’s best all-round entertainer John Barrowman is announcing a 16-date tour for 2015 in support of his new album, ‘You Raise Me Up’ (June 30th release). This will be John’s first full UK tour in four years, and promises to
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Young artists asked for their sites of inspiration
ENTRIES are still open for our children’s art competition to celebrate some of the famous works of art in Monmouthshire.The beautiful landscape of the county is something which has inspired artists and writers throughout history and this summer
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UPDATE: Man dies after being found injured in Cwmbran field
9.15pm Gwent Police issued this statement: "Gwent Police were called at about 6.10pm this evening after a man was discovered injured in an area behind Springfield Close, Cwmbran. He was conveyed to the Royal Gwent Hospital where he was pronounced
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Meet Georgia Paterson
Andy Howells chats to singer/songwriter Georgia PatersonRosy-cheeked singer/songwriter Georgia Paterson is on a mission this summer to get people singing along! The lead track on her forthcoming EP ‘Not For Me (Na Na Na Nah)’ has that classic
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Bale relishing return to Cardiff
GALACTICO Gareth Bale is back in Wales – and relishing the prospect of winning another major trophy, this time in his home city, writes Michael Pearlman.The Whitchurch flyer capped a phenomenal first season at Real Madrid by winning the Champions
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WORK EXPERIENCE: Concierge at Celtic Manor
Carrying bags, organising transport and ensuring things run smoothly, it’s all in a day’s work as a concierge. Reporter SOPHIE BROWNSON tries it out at Newport’s Celtic Manor Resort.FAMED for its luxury experience, renowned events and
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County finish mid-table in attendance league
NEWPORT County had the 14th highest attendance in League Two last season, figures from the Football League show. Top was Portsmouth with 18,181, followed by Plymouth Argyle on 13,442. County's biggest gate was 5,387.
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Meet Danielle Lewis
Andy Howells chats to New Quay singer/songwriter Danielle Lewis following her recent appearance at Newport's Big Splash festivalWho are you and where do you originate from?My name is Danielle Lewis and I'm an acoustic Folk Pop Singer Songwriter
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Crash on Blaendare Road, Pontypool
FIREFIGHTERS are en-route to a crash Blaendare Road in Pontypool. Fire crews received the call at 5.21pm.
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iCounty strategy gets thumbs up
A WARM reception has been given to Monmouthshire council’s plan to make the authority one of the top areas for digital technology in the UK.Chepstow Chamber of Commerce's chairman, Andrew Griffiths, welcomed the authority’s iCounty strategy
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Firefighters rescue foal from Newport sewer
FIRE crews rescued a foal from a sewer shaft at Celtic Lakes in Newport earlier this afternoon. Firefighters used large animal rescue equipment and lines for the operation.
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Welsh rugby's new league structure is confirmed
A NEW national league structure for Welsh rugby has been confirmed for next season after a ballot of clubs saw a significant majority vote to adopt the new format.The board of the Welsh Rugby Union formally approved the new plan for the SWALEC Leagues
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FIVE MINUTES WITH: Dale Rooke, deputy mayor of Chepstow
If you had to be stuck in a lift with someone, who would it be and why?Warren Gatland. The changes he has brought to Welsh rugby have moved it along leaps and bounds. He’s sort of my hero.What is your biggest fear?At the moment it’s that we
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Grosmont road to re-open after winter damage
MONTHS of frustration for traders and residents in Grosmont, near Abergavenny, will come to an end when the main road into the village re-opens next week.Three landslips closed part of the B4347, between Grosmont and Norton, five months ago causing disruption
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Blackwood beach party is back
BLACKWOOD high Street will be transformed into a holidaymakers’ delight when a beach party washes ashore this weekend.The town centre will be transformed into a seaside resort featuring a promenade-style photo booth, donkey rides and Punch and Judy
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Worst world cup
HAVING read the unnamed article headed “England’s worst World Cup”, I would just like to point out to the writer that in 1974 and 1978, England failed to qualify for the finals. A jot worse, in my opinion, than this year. In addition, unnamed
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Cycle to work
NATO Summit is bringing traffic chaos to Newport on September 5 and 4. But Cycletoworkday.org have announced that September 4 2014 is Cycle to Work Day! Problem solved! Get on your bike and avoid the traffic jams and road closures. Come
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Home Issues
I REFER to the Argus on Tuesday June 24 The extent to which I have to agree with Dennis Jones’ letter “Concentrate on issues at home” saddens me because he is so right. It simply won’t do to do nothing about it. Those who are causing trouble have
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Safe Cycling
I AM writing with great concern regarding the safe management of cycling in the Crosskeys area, particularly the route from Crosskeys canal towards the Cwmcarn scenic drive. The canal route is not segregated and often cyclists ride at speed with
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Volatile Mix
INDEED, it’s rather worrying that UK residents are going to the Middle East to wage war, to kill and be killed, Dennis Jones. Perhaps if the west stopped invading foreign countries in order to control their resources, ie. the invasion of Iraq,
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Too many cooks
ALTHOUGH it appears that in Newport and the rest of Wales’, front line services are being cut in the name of austerity, there is one section on the public payroll that is ballooning and it is that of our political classes. Newport itself now has
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Mametz, National Theatre Wales, Great Llancayo Upper Wood near Usk
As befits such hugely resonant and emotive subject matter, National Theatre Wales’ large scale, site – specific production was a highly vivid and ultimately numbing experience. Owen Shears’ play takes the audience on a journey. It begins matter
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Horrible Histories, New Theatre
Having seen one or two episodes of the children’s programme on the box I was not sure quite how it would transfer to the stage.The answer is – successfully , especially if you are aged between 7 and 15. Many of its elements were more associated
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Blaenavon gets ready for World Heritage party
THOUSANDS of people are expected to visit Blaenavon on Saturday for a fun packed day of family entertainment.Events at Blaenavon World Heritage Day on June 28 will run in the town centre between 11am and 4pm and as always, the highlight of the day will
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Man rescued from Markham car crash
A MAN was rescued from a car by a passer-by after it left the A4048 in Markham last night. The man was taken to hospital and firefighters made the area safe after the incident at around 7.30pm.
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Three large bulls on road cause alert
FIREFIGHTERS were alerted to three large bulls in the road in Ebbw Vale last night. The were obstructing Sirhowy Road near KFC at around 8.20pm.
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Council to report on flash flood measures
COUNCIL chiefs are producing a report to identify measures to minimise the impact of flash floods after freak weather conditions devastated parts of Cwmbran last month.Torrential downpours left St Joseph’s Meadow Estate in Llantarnam under several
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COUCH POTATO: Call time on this dull and repetitive format
JUST 21 days of isolation can send a person mad.Yet, somehow, I’ve just about clung to sanity, unlike the increasingly warped and clearly disturbed inhabitants of Channel 5’s secure holding facility Big Brother, which in no time at all has
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Newport has biggest fall in UK shop rental figures - report
A RETAIL report based on prime rental value has named Newport the worst performing centre in the UK. The Colliers International’s 2014 Midsummer Retail Report is widely recognised as the retail sector’s leading overview of out of town and High
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Ray Davies Announces Cardiff Show
The legendary Ray Davies, formerly lead singer and songwriter for The Kinks, brings his ‘You Really Got Me’ show to St David’s Hall Cardiff this September, celebrating the 50th Anniversary of ‘You Really Got Me’ going to
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Kast Off Kinks To Relive 60s Heyday In Cardiff
Dedicated followers of fashion will not want to miss the ultimate tribute to 60s band The Kinks when The Kast Off Kinks play St David’s Hall on June 27. The Kast off Kinks feature former members of The Kinks who got together to play for Kinks Fan
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ARGUS COMMENT: Look on the bright side of shops report
ANOTHER report by another natioanl organisation paints a gloomy image of the retail picture in Newport But wherease in the past such reports may not have had anything positive to say, this is not the case.And we believe it is part of a wider feeling across
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Appeal over £40k Newport metal theft
POLICE are appealing for information to trace thieves who stole metal thought to be worth £40,000 from a Newport steelworks. Workers at Mir Steel, which is based on Corporation Road, reported a burglary on Tuesday but it is thought the items could
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LIVE: Newport murder trial - Day 3
FOLLOW our live coverage of the trial of Christopher Parry, accused of murdering his wife Caroline Parry in August 2013. Parry, 50, has pleaded guilty to her manslaughter but denies murdering his wife. Argus reporter Jen Mills is at Newport Crown
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Becky James out of Commonwealth Games
WELSH Cycling in conjunction with British Cycling has today confirmed that Abergavenny's Becky James has withdrawn from the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow due to injury. Speaking of the decision, double world champion James said: “As announced today
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DAVID HARRISON: Glamorgan will dig deep in hectic fortnight
THERE'S a saying that players don't get as tired when they are winning – hopefully that will be the case as Glamorgan enter another crazy block of the season.We start a crucial County Championship game against Worcestershire at New Road
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Nato summit logo is branded ‘wasted opportunity’
THE disappointment at the lack of representation of Newport on the Nato Summit logo and government’s website continued to be expressed in the city yesterday.The Argus reported yesterday how the bilingual English/French logo features a Welsh dragon
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Dance Is The Answer For Annual Show At Dolman Theatre
Sharon Fitzgerald Schools of Dance and Musical Theatre will appear at the Dolman Theatre with their annual extravaganza from 5 July to the 7 July 2014. This year's show entitled Dance Is The Answer will showcase the very best of the dance genre and
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Rhys Darby Heads for Cardiff With New Show
As the name of his forthcoming Cardiff show suggests, Rhys Darby is the adventurous type. Having recently performed around his New Zealand homeland, the Kiwi comic brings Mr Adventure to the UK, an action-packed rollercoaster ride of a show filled with
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NEWPORT MURDER TRIAL: 'Shots sounded like fireworks'
RAISED voices in a quiet city street were followed by 30 seconds of horrific violence that left a woman dead and her estranged husband severely injured, Newport Crown Court was told yesterday. Witnesses told the second day of the trial of Christopher
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Robert Plant Announces Newport Show
Robert Plant has announced a date at Newport Centre on November 9, following the release of his new album, ‘lullaby and…The Ceaseless Roar’, which will be released September 8th on Nonesuch/East West Records. Produced by Robert Plant
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Boy, 9, accidentally hanged himself with dressing gown cord
A "HAPPY-go-lucky" nine-year-old boy from Ebbw Vale died after he accidentally hanged himself while swinging from a dressing gown cord tied to his bunk bed, an inquest heard. Liam Gardner, also known as Liam Willis, who was described
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Darren Waters: I leave the Dragons with a heavy heart after overwhelming support
FLANKER Darren Waters admits it was hard to say goodbye to Newport Gwent Dragons after all that the region has done for him but the chance to test himself in the Aviva Premiership with London Welsh was too good to pass up. The 29-year-old has been
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Time to launch the Newport panto? Oh yes it is!
CHRISTMAS may be six months away, but Newport’s Riverfront Theatre is already gearing up for some festive fun courtesy of its annual family pantomime.This year’s show will be Dick Whittington – and cast members paid a visit to the city
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School breakfast club charge defeated
MONMOUTHSHIRE councillors yesterday agreed not to charge £1 for childcare provision in school breakfast clubs. The motion proposed by the Labour leader Councillor Dimitri Batrouni was to support the Welsh government’s free school breakfast policy
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Newport pub bite man’s jail appeal fails
A MAN who bit a middle-aged pub-goer in the face had his appeal to reduce his six-year jail term dismissed. Adam David Smith, 22, of Monnow Way, Bettws, Newport, buried his teeth in the cheek of Peter Robinson, in his 50s, outside a pub in the
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Top chef Stephen Terry helps launch school cafe
A TOP Gwent chef helped pupils launch their new school cafe.Stephen Terry, who runs the Hardwick in Abergavenny, was at Crownbridge Special School to open the new cafe, called Caffi Goron (Crown Cafe in Welsh).The cafe is based at the school on Turnpike
