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What’s in the middle of Lidl and Aldi this week?
THE “aisle of dreams” in Aldi and Lidl is popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening tools to clothing. Whether it’s Aldi’s Specialbuys or Lidl’s Middle of Lidl, the latest offers are always worth checking out and there
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Gwent supermarket set to close down
A popular supermarket in a Gwent town is set to close, store bosses have confirmed. Earlier this week, staff at the co-operative food store in Newbridge were informed that in a matter of weeks, the store would be closing. A spokesman has confirmed
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Get your hands on a Sex Education varsity bomber jacket - here is how
AS season three of the hugely popular Netflix show launches, you can now get your hands on a Sex Education varsity bomber jacket. As season three of Netflix show ‘Sex Education’ returns to screens today, Superdry has released a varsity bomber jacket
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The best universities in Wales according to the Good University Guide
THE top universities in Wales have been revealed. Cardiff University is top of the Welsh university rankings, sitting in 35th place nationally and has also been named Welsh University of the Year, according to The Times and The Sunday Times Good
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Wannabe Caldicot Paralympian inspired by visit from Team GB gold medallists
AN ASPIRING Caldicot Paralympian who was treated at Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH) received a special visit from Team GB gold medallists. Paralympic triple gold medallist in swimming and former GOSH patient, Ollie Hynd MBE, and Tokyo 2020
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Owners could be forced to repair dilapidated shops in town centre under new rules
Owners of dilapidated shops in Bargoed could be forced by the council make repairs on their crumbling properties as part of a drive to smarten up the town centre. Caerphilly County Borough Council’s cabinet has approved £100,000 of funding for its
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Changes to international travel rules in England - what it means for Wales
The Transport Secretary is set to make an announcement on international travel rules in England - but what could his announcement mean for Wales? Downing Street confirmed that Grant Shapps will give an update on England’s travel controls, with
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This is why major Gwent supermarket closed for 10 hours
THE Tesco superstore in Ebbw Vale was closed for most of Friday, September 17 because of a power failure. The store was forced to close from around 5am after equipment at the site caused a power cut. It repoened 10 hours later at 3pm after
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Motorcyclist dies in crash in Machen - Gwent Police investigating
GWENT Police are investigating the death of a motorcyclist in Machen in a car crash. The crash occurred at around 9.25am on Wednesday, September 15 and the motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The motorcyclist has been named as 50
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Get your hands on a Sex Education varsity bomber jacket - here is how
AS season three of the hugely popular Netflix show launches, you can now get your hands on a Sex Education varsity bomber jacket. As season three of Netflix show ‘Sex Education’ returns to screens today, Superdry has released a varsity bomber jacket
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Police warn drivers could face prosecution if barriers moved near Newport sinkhole
POLICE are warning motorists in Newport to stop moving the barriers to drive through Cromwell Road as repair works continue. The busy road has been closed for the past week after a sinkhole was discovered on the road. The cause of the sinkhole
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Air ambulance called out to crash in Newport
EMERGENCY services were called out to the scene of a crash in Caerleon, Newport. Police and ambulance services are attending a crash on Mill Street, which has not long been reopened, near Sainsbury's. Pictures from the scene show an air ambulance
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'Devastated' - Blaenavon firm banned from aging their cheese in Big Pit
A CHEESE company has been banned from maturing cheddar 300ft beneath the ground in Big Pit near Blaenavon - on health and safety grounds. The cheese-makers have spent the last 15 years of getting their distinctive flavours by burying their cheeses
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Burglar stole charity boxes from vets
A BURGLAR stole charity boxes from a vets after breaking in to “feed his heroin addiction”. Carl Hodge, who has 57 previous convictions for 160 offences, raided Summerhill Vets in Newport last month. Sign up to our Crime and Court newsletter
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This is how you can get a covid vaccine pass in Wales
People in Wales will soon have to produce a covid vaccine pass – or a vaccine passport, to attend nightclubs and events in Wales. It has today been announced that the drastic step has been introduced in a bit to prevent the spread of the potentially
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Covid vaccine passports introduced in Wales - how it differs from England
Vaccine passports will be needed in Wales to enter nightclubs and events from next month. First minister Mark Drakeford confirmed the changes at a Covid briefing in Cardiff this afternoon. But how does that approach compare with the one taken
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Why the NHS Covid Pass is being introduced for nightclubs & events in Wales
AN NHS Covid Pass will be needed to enter nightclubs and events in Wales from next month. First minister Mark Drakeford confirmed the incoming changes at a Covid briefing this afternoon. Mr Drakeford said NHS Covid Passes would be required
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Another covid death as one Gwent region among the worst for new cases
Another covid death has been recorded in the Gwent area, the latest Public Health Wales figures show. According to data released by the health body today (Friday, September 17), one person has died as a result of the virus within the Aneurin Bevan
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Covid vaccine passports introduced in Wales - how it differs from England
Vaccine passports will be needed in Wales to enter nightclubs and events from next month. First minister Mark Drakeford confirmed the changes at a Covid briefing in Cardiff this afternoon. But how does that approach compare with the one taken
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Covid vaccine passports to be introduced in Wales for nightclubs and events
VACCINE passports will be required to enter nightclubs and events in Wales from next month. The first minister announced today that people will have to show a NHS Covid Pass to enter clubs and attend events. The measure is being introduced
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Covid vaccine passports to be introduced in Wales for nightclubs and events
VACCINE passports will be required to enter nightclubs and events in Wales from next month. The first minister announced today that people will have to show a NHS Covid Pass to enter clubs and attend events. The measure is being introduced
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Why County's coach wants his players to be brave and avoid following the League Two crowd
COACH Wayne Hatswell says Newport County AFC need to be brave to get the ball down in a League Two that has reverted to blood and thunder football. The coronavirus pandemic meant that the 2020/21 campaign was largely played behind closed doors
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Charity festival Dollfest to raise foodbank stocks with return
A POPULAR charity music event is returning to Blaenau Gwent. Dollfest – The Return will be held at the Dolls House, Abertillery on Saturday, September 25. The festival is a key part of the venue’s calendar and for many bands across south Wales
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UK travel changes: See how double-jabbed travellers are expected to benefit
Coronavirus rules are set to see changes for travelling, making it cheaper and more straightforward for those who are double-jabbed. A change is expected to see the green and amber lists combine into one category of low-risk countries and the number
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Revealed: The traders returning to refurbished Newport market
Newport Market is just weeks away from reopening, and visitors will be able to see a few familiar sights inside. The city centre market has been closed in recent times, as part of multi-million pound renovation work. Now, ahead of the reopening
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County's midfielders urged to step up after talisman Bennett fractures foot
NEWPORT County AFC’s midfielders have been challenged to fill the boots of lynchpin Scot Bennett as they wait to learn if the stalwart has suffered ligament damage. The 30-year-old Cornishman was stretchered off with his left foot in a protective
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Live: Covid vaccine passes to be introduced next month
1:40pm Commenting on the decision by the Welsh Government to introduce Covid passports next month, UKHospitality Executive
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Ed Sheeran announces new UK arena tour - dates, venues and how to get tickets
GLOBAL megastar Ed Sheeran has announced the first leg of his ‘+ - = ÷ x Tour’ next year. Pronounced ‘The Mathematics Tour’ the shows will kick off in April, with Ed playing shows across Ireland and the UK. He will head to Central Europe and
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Welsh universities ranked from best to worst - including Newport's campus
UNIVERSITIES in Wales have been ranked from best to worst in a new league table for 2021. The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022 has released the new table for each institution as thousands of students head back to lectures.
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Discover artists of the future with new Cwmbran exhibition
AN EXHIBITION in Cwmbran will see 19 artists from universities across Wales showcasing their work. The exhibition – titled Portal 2021 – opened on Saturday, September 11 and runs until Saturday, November 6 at Llantarnam Grange, Cwmbran’s centre
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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. JAMIE LEE, 30, of Otter Close, Bettws, Newport, was banned from driving for three years after he admitted drink driving with 133 milligrams of alcohol in 100 millilitres of blood on
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Strictly Come Dancing 2021 line up - meet this year's contestants
Strictly is almost back on our screens and we finally have some answers. The final 2021 line up has been confirmed ahead of the show's return this Saturday night. This year, we'll see 15 couples take to the Strictly ballroonm after the show
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Mark Drakeford's vaccine passport decision to be announced today
First Minister Mark Drakeford is set to make a decision on whether proof of vaccination will be legally required to enter nightclubs and large events today. Covid passports will be part part of their latest three week review of coronavirus restrictions
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Tool seller and building merchant set to open new Gwent store
TOOL and building supplies merchant Toolstation is set to open a new store in Gwent, it has been revealed. The nationwide chain, which already has stores in Newport, Cwmbran, Caerphilly, Chepstow and Blackwood, is set to open another branch in
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Dragons forward aiming to push Wales stars out of side after pre-season blow
BACK rower Harri Keddie hopes to get the green light to challenge the Dragons' Wales internationals for starting spots in the opening rounds of the United Rugby Championship after a pre-season hamstring injury. The combative forward, who can play
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The wait is finally over as Gwent Premiership duo get set for 'proper' rugby
NEWPORT return to competitive action against Pontypridd in the Premiership Cup tomorrow, 567 days after leaving Sardis Road with four hard-earned league points. The Black and Ambers get the tournament under way in Ponty while Ebbw Vale are also
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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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24/7 drug dealer jailed
A DRUG dealer offering cannabis for sale 24 hours a day, seven days a week, returned to trafficking after he’d already been caught red-handed once before. Azeem Abbas, 25, from Newport, was jailed after a judge told him he had returned to a life
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Government in bottle latest as GP surgeries forced to cancel routine blood tests
GP surgeries in Gwent are continuing to cancel routine blood tests, as a shortage of a crucial medical supply continues. Earlier this month, it was reported that health services across the UK was facing a shortage of blood bottles required to carry
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Newport cafe loses £400 and 9/11 charity box in overnight burglary
A NEWPORT cafe lost hundreds of pounds and a fundraising box for a 9/11 charity after being targeted by burglars. Smoky's Cafe, in the Pill area of the city, was broken into over night from Tuesday to Wednesday this week. Owner Daniel Webb
