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Wales is focussed on covid recovery - Hefin David, MS for Caerphilly

With the summer and recess over, I will be back in the Senedd this week. I will be asking the First Minister about the Welsh Government’s response to the UK government’s new plans for funding social care, through a rise in National Insurance.

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Have you seen these two Newport men wanted as part of police drug investigation?

GWENT Police are appealing for information to locate to Newport men in connection with drug offences. Officers would like to speak to Phillip Wainfur, 36, and Mark Wainfur, 32 - both from the Newport area. If you have any information on their

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Shamima Begum begs for forgiveness and offers to help in fight against terror

Former Isis-bride Shamima Begum has begged the British public for forgiveness, saying there is “no evidence” she was a key player in preparing terrorist acts and is prepared to prove her innocence in court. Begum, who fled her east London home

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'Disheartening' - tree installed on Chepstow high street in lockdown is snapped

A TREE planted along Chepstow high street during lockdown have been snapped in what the council has branded a "disheartening" act. The incident took place on the evening of September 11. Photographs from passers by show the tree snapped almost

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Dragons forward becomes a Pirate to develop dark arts after switch to hooker

DRAGONS forward James Benjamin has joined Cornish Pirates on a short-term loan to continue his transformation from back rower to hooker. The 27-year-old from Rogerstone has headed to the Mennaye Field with immediate effect ahead of the upcoming

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Mark Drakeford opens £1.7 million training centre for engineers in heart of city

MARK Drakeford officially opened a new training centre for Openreach engineers in Newport today. The centre cost £1.7 million to build and is designed to train telecoms engineers to build and maintain broadband services. It was built back in

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Sex Education series two recap - everything you need to know before you watch the new series

You'll be forgiven for needing a recap of what happened in series 2 since it's been over 18 months since we've seen the students of Moordale. But Sex Education is back on Friday and we need a little revision before diving back in with Otis (Asa

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Former Gwent Police officer appears in court over misconduct allegations

A FORMER Gwent Police officer has appeared in court charged with two counts of misconduct in a public office. Former Police Constable Paul Chadwick, of Churchwood in Griffithstown, is alleged to have entered into inappropriate relationships with

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Robert Jenrick sacked as housing secretary in cabinet reshuffle

Housing secretary Robert Jenrick has been sacked from his role as Boris Johnson carries out his cabinet reshuffle today. Jenrick was appointed in July 2019 after Johnson was elected as Prime Minister in the same month. In a tweet following 

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City kickboxing academy wins honour in first year back as students thrive

A NEWPORT kickboxing academy has won academy of the year. Newport Kickboxing Academy, run by Matthew Rosier, is based on Corporation Road and won the academy of the year 2021 award, after opening back up at the start of the year. The academy

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County facing crushing midfield blow after 'Mr Reliable' leaves field in agony

NEWPORT County AFC are braced for a lengthy spell without lynchpin Scot Bennett in the side after his serious injury against Northampton. The 30-year-old Cornishman has been mainstay of the Exiles’ starting line-up since arriving in 2016. He

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This is why a Newport fitness group is climbing a mountain 10 times in one day

A fitness group from Newport is embarking on an ambitious and physically exhausting challenge – climbing a mountain 10 times in one day. Next month, a number of members from Evolve Fit will be ascending Pen y Fan. But, while most people tend

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Youth team inspired to buy defibrillator after Christian Eriksen health scare at Euros

A MONMOUTHSHIRE junior football club is raising money for a defibrillator following their rapid expansion. Portskewett & Sudbrook Junior Football Club are raising funds for the defibrillator to be available in case of an emergency at their grounds

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200 cars gather in borough supermarket car park

200 CARS were gathered in a supermarket car park in the Caerphilly borough on the weekend. Gwent Police were called to the Tesco car park in the Pontymister Industrial Estate on Sunday, September 12, to reports of anti-social use of cars. It

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New ITV show about serial killers Fred and Rose West explores new leads

Fred and Rose West are infamous serial killers known for the murder of at least nine people between them, and three by Fred on his own, between 1967 and 1987 in Gloucestershire. When they were eventually caught Fred hanged himself in HMP Birmingham

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Look: Cannabis plants uncovered in Gwent village

A cannabis farm has been found inside a property in a Caerphilly village. Officers from Gwent Police were called to an address in Pontlottyn late last week (Friday, September 10). While carrying out enquiries as part of an arrest warrant –

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Sex Education season three starts this week - when to watch the Netflix hit

Sex Education, the hit Netflix show, is set to return with season three this week. It’s a new year at Moordale as we check back in with Otis Milburn. The hugely popular show will return to screens on Netflix on Friday. The UK release date

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Boyfriend threatened to kill on/off partner while painting her bathroom

A MAN threatened to kill his on/off girlfriend after going “crazy” when he lost his temper while painting her bathroom. Paul Davey’s victim was terrified after he “lost it” at her home in Pontypool and attacked her. Sign up to our Crime

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Father of man who died in Michael Barrymore's pool dies from cancer aged 76

The father of a man found dead in entertainer Michael Barrymore’s swimming pool 20 years ago has died, a friend has said. Terry Lubbock, 76, had been diagnosed with terminal cancer earlier this year. His son Stuart Lubbock, 31, died at Barrymore

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Leaked letter from cancer expert warns Velindre proposal could harm research

A LEAKED letter from a top cancer expert has warned the plans to build a new cancer hospital in Cardiff could harm research. A new Velindre Cancer Centre is proposed to be built in Whitchurch, near the existing hospital. But the plans are controversial

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Dedicated volunteer honoured at opening of carriage shed at Blaenavon railway

A LONG-TIME volunteer at Blaenavon Heritage Railway was commemorated with the opening of a new carriage shed on Friday. The Eric Edwards Carriage Shed was officially opened by Torfaen MS Lynne Neagle, and means the railway can now store carriages

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Stories of bravery and sacrifice by Gwent crew in the Battle of Britain

A NUMBER of Gwent airmen will be highlighted in an exhibition in Cardiff later this week to celebrate the Welsh pilots’ efforts during the Battle of Britain. The exhibition is to be held at City Hall, Cardiff on Thursday, September 16 and Friday

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Sex Education season three starts this week - when to watch the Netflix hit

Sex Education, the hit Netflix show, is set to return with season three this week. It’s a new year at Moordale as we check back in with Otis Milburn. The hugely popular show will return to screens on Netflix on Friday. The UK release date

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Author tells historic tales of Welsh pubs - including several in Newport

An AUTHOR has published a book telling the historic tales of 89 pubs across Wales - including Newport, Caerphilly, and several cross Gwent.  Graham Loveluck-Edwards has announced the release of his new book 'Historic Pubs of Wales' where he relishes

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Magical woollen wonderland created by crafters delights village visitors

PLAYGROUP toddlers created quite a buzz when they helped secret crafters to unveil a woollen wonderland which has enveloped a village memorial garden. Caerleon Cherubs got in among teddy bears enjoying a picnic, Bill and Ben the Flowerpot Men and

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In the Dock: Look who’s been in court from across Gwent

A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court. DANIEL ROBERTS, 24, of North Street, Beaufort, Ebbw Vale, was banned from driving for 12 months after he admitted drug driving with cannabis derivative delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol

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This is why the A465 was closed yesterday

THE A465 was closed near Llangua for about five hours yesterday afternoon after a lorry crashed into a bridge. Nobody was hurt in the incident, but it did force the closure of a busy road near the border. West Mercia Police responded to the

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Staff on the frontline have borne the brunt of covid, say officials as sickness levels revealed

FRONT line social care workers have borne the brunt of dealing with Covid-19 in Blaenau Gwent, councillors were told. At a meeting of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s Corporate Overview Committee councillors discussed a report on council

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Great British Bake Off reveals bakers for new series

The Great British Bake Off is back for a new series this month and has announced its list of bakers. Series 12 starts on September 21 on Channel 4, and will see Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith return as judges. Noel Fielding and Matt Lucas will

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Deaths continue to be reported in Gwent - four new ones today

FOUR of the ten newly reported deaths in Wales are in the Gwent area according to the latest Public Health Wales statistics. This brings the total in Gwent to 995 and in Wales as a whole to 5,770. Out of the 2,298 newly recorded cases in Wales

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Talking points: Long-ball County play into Cobblers' hands with lack of control

NEWPORT County AFC suffered a 1-0 defeat to Northampton Town in a low-quality game at Rodney Parade. The Exiles were aiming to thrive on home soil after a strong start to the League Two campaign on the road but produced an abject performance.

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Pick your own pumpkin event coming to farm near Pontypool in first for region

A PICK your own pumpkin event is coming to a farm in Torfaen in a first for the region. Ty Poeth Farm situated in New Inn, Pontypool, has been run by the Morris family since 1840  Previously supplying high quality meat for wholesale, they have

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Traffic and Travel: How the roads are looking across Gwent

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'He's a natural leader' - Dragons boss on why abrasive Wales star is captaincy material

DESTRUCTIVE Wales forward Ross Moriarty is proving to be a calm and astute “natural leader” for the Dragons, believes his boss Dean Ryan. The 27-year-old was given the responsibility of captaining the Rodney Parade in the Rainbow Cup last season

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Green Man Festival announces 2022 dates: How to get tickets

The Green Man Festival has released tickets for its 2022 event, which will be its 20th anniversary. It is set to take place from August 18-22 next year, with the festival taking place in the Brecon Beacons. Green Man, like many other festivals

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Furious Flynn takes blame for County shocker - and vows to wield the axe

MANAGER Michael Flynn took the blame for Newport County AFC’s defeat to Northampton after getting his selection wrong – and vowed he won’t make the mistake of giving the players that misfired a shot at redemption. The Exiles suffered a 1-0 defeat

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'They brought a smile to everyone’s faces,' fundraiser in tribute to two beloved residents

MACHEN Rugby Club will be holding a sponsored event in memory of two beloved members of the community. Around 70 participants are taking part in a sponsored run, walk or scoot for 2km every two hours for 24 hours on September 18 and September 19

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Farm shop set to expand with Newport city centre store

A popular farm shop on the outskirts of Newport is set to expand – announcing plans to open a city centre store. Castle Farm Shop, a popular retailer at Castle Farm in Bishton, has earned rave reviews in recent times, selling their fresh produce

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Students face 'dire consequences' as courses shelved due to safety concerns

COLLEGE pupils in Gwent face "dire consequences" for the future in education after courses were suspended due to physical risk. The was the view of Monmouth MS Peter Fox, speaking after Coleg Gwent warned it may have to suspend courses which carry

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How many Covid patients are in intensive care and in hospital in Gwent?

FIVE coronavirus patients are currently in intensive care at the Grange, with a further 32 needing specialist breathing support. Earlier this month, Wales’ rolling seven-day case rate reached its highest level in 2021 – passing 500 cases per 100,000

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Teenage drug dealer with ‘shocking criminal record’ behind bars

A TEENAGE drug dealer with “a shocking criminal record for someone so young” is behind bars for the first time after being caught with crack cocaine. Joshua Seivwright, 18, gave himself up to police days after he fled from a house in the Pill area