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Disappointment as Newport's 2025 City of Culture bid fails
NEWPORT's bid to become the UK's 2025 City of Culture has been unsuccessful. The city failed to make the eight-strong longlist that has been announced by the UK government today. But Newport City Council said while it was disappointed to not
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Morrisons urges customers to return popular dairy product amid health fears
Morrisons has issued an urgent recall over a it’s own brand chocolate-covered ice cream amid health fears. Amour Classic Vanilla Ice Cream is being recalled over fears it may contain pieces of plastic. The Food Standards Agency issued the health
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Wales to outline Winter Covid plan tomorrow
NEW plans to keep Wales open and safe during the autumn and winter period will be released tomorrow (Friday, October 8). First Minister Mark Drakeford will publish the updated Coronavirus Control Plan that will outline the key actions that could
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Warning signs for pet owners to watch out for amid return to normality
OVER a thousand pets were rehomed by the RSPCA in Wales last year. But, while many of these pets found a new home during lockdowns, there are fears that changes to people’s routines may cause distress among animals. It comes as the animal charity
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Tesco's selling gold Quality Street tins for just £5 - but you'll have to be quick
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. What's the best Quality Street chocolate is a debate around kitchen tables up and down the country. But at least you won't be fighting
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Unite criticise "hideous practice" from Stagecoach as pay dispute continues
TRANSPORT company Stagecoach and Unite Wales are continuing their talk on pay rises for drivers after Unite announced strike action for October 19. Stagecoach has offered drivers at Blackwood, Brynmawr and Cwmbran a pay increase of up to 10.5 per
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Young women drug dealers were trafficking to fund their own habits
TWO young female drug dealers who were trafficking cannabis to fund their own habit have both been handed suspended prison sentences. Eleanor Brown, 20, and Ella Powell, 21, were caught after police officers carried out a raid in Pontypool.
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'Surreal' - Caerphilly cartoonist lands worldwide deal with American publisher
A CARTOONIST Josh Hicks from Maesycwmmer is set to take his work across the pond after landing a publishing deal with an American studio. Josh Hicks, 30, has been writing, drawing and self-publishing Glorious Wrestling Alliance: Ultimate Championship
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Wales call up six novices for tough autumn Test series
WALES have named six uncapped players in their squad for the three-match autumn series. The Welsh women take on Japan, South Africa and Canada at Cardiff Arms Park next month and will be captained once again by influential back row forward Siwan
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Red Hot Chilli Peppers announce 2022 UK tour dates - how to get tickets
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. The Red Hot Chilli Peppers have announced dates for their global tour in 2022. In a video posted on their Twitter today, the band announced
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Neglect and reduced observation levels contributed to patient's death, jury finds
THE DECISION to downgrade a hospital patient’s observation levels and neglect contributed to her death, an inquest found. A jury found that Sarah Price took her own life on February 2, 2016, while a patient at St Cadoc’s Hospital in Caerleon.
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Meet all the Dancing On Ice 2022 celebrity contestants confirmed so far
The next series of ITV's Dancing On Ice doesn't return until the new year but the gossip off the ice has already begun. This week alone, we've seen the sacking of the actor John Barrowman as a judge following the revelations of his sexual misconduct
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Council sandbag shed vandalised one day after installation in Lliswerry
A SHED intended to hold sandbags for use in the event of flooding has been vandalised one day after it was installed. The shed was installed by authorities on 'Muddy Lane' between Pont Faen Road and Broadmead Park. As it was placed at the lowest
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Burglar who stole jewellery and cash across South Wales jailed for six years
A CAREER criminal who went on a crime spree across Gwent and Cardiff after targeting empty homes has been jailed for six years. William Price, 55, stole jewellery and cash in a series of burglaries and thefts carried out over the summer. The
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Aldi releases frightfully-good recipe ideas for Halloween - see the full list
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Aldi has released some eerie-sistable recipes, perfect for your horrific Halloween party or to give to terrifying trick-or-treaters.
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15-year-old arrested after robbery at knifepoint in Caerleon
POLICE are investigating a report of an armed robbery which occurred yesterday in Caerleon. The incident took place at approximately 5.55pm near the stands of Caerleon Football Club on Cold Bath Road. Three males, 17, 18 and 21-years-old, were
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The marquee signing already proving to be a huge hit at the Dragons
DEAN Ryan knew when watching Will Rowlands slug it out with Exeter in the Premiership final at a sodden Twickenham that the towering lock would be the perfect addition to the Dragons pack. Less than a year on and just two games into his Rodney
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Virtual Reality for veterans in Gwent among projects supported by Bevan Commission
A MONMOUTHSHIRE project to help treat anxiety in military veterans using virtual reality is being supported by the Bevan Commission. It is one of 47 projects as part of the Bevan Commission’s Exemplars Programme. 10 of the projects are based in the
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Go stargazing in Wales with this incredible Not On The High Street gift experience
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Christmas is the the time of year where dreams come true and the same can be said for wishing on a star. Now, with Not On The High Street
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Students crammed into busy trains feel 'unsafe' and call for extra carriages
STUDENTS who travel from Gwent to Hereford for college are being crammed into train carriages, with little chance of social distancing. On some days, the carriages are so full that students have problems getting off the train at their stations,
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Cwmbran giant veg grower wins UK record with cantaloupe the size of a coyote
A DECORATED giant vegetable grower from Cwmbran has added another national title to his collection. Kevin Fortey secured the UK record for the heaviest cantaloupe melon at the National Giant Vegetable Championships. Mr Fortey won the title
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Road re-opened after tanker rolls over on M4
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Aldi announce new £500 product sure to help with your Christmas shopping
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Aldi has revealed it will be releasing gift cards for customers in the UK. The new feature comes as Aldi was once again named the UK
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Aldi Halloween Specialbuys: what’s available and how to buy
This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Aldi has released its Halloween Specialbuys, which are available online only. There are some delays due to global shopping disruptions
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Leeds man arrested after car crashes through wall on Newport dead end street
A MAN has been arrested following a crash which saw a car end up embedded in a brick wall in Newport last night. The incident occurred on Bishop Street in the Maindee area of the city - a road which is a dead end. One car, a silver BMW, was
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Andrew RT Davies MS to take 'complete break' from work to recover from Covid and mental wellbeing issues
A MEMBER of the Senedd is taking a “complete break from work” while he recovers from coronavirus. Andrew RT Davies MS, a member of Welsh Conservatives, has been unwell for the past two weeks – now revealed to be a case of Covid – and has announced
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Do you know the cause of this fiery image in Rogerstone?
A PHOTO taken in Rogerstone has got some people scratching their heads wondering what the cause of fiery image was. Howard Davies took the photo as the sun was setting on September 23 while walking on St John's Crescent. He was bewildered at
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More than 650 new Covid cases in Gwent as Wales records eight more deaths
THE latest coronavirus figures from Public Health Wales have been released. The Aneurin Bevan Health Board (ABHB) area has recorded 654 new cases of Covid-19 while Wales in total has 3,400. Eight more deaths have been recorded in Wales, taking
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Former Exiles loan star Cooper aims to keep rising with club and country
Swansea defender Brandon Cooper plans to build on his progress for club and country while on Wales Under-21 duty. Former Newport County AFC loan star Cooper has made five starts for Swansea this season and was last month drafted into an injury-hit
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Dragons learn dates for European campaign
THE Dragons will kick off their Challenge Cup campaign at Perpignan on a Saturday night in December. Dean Ryan's men will head to the Stade Aime Giral on Saturday, December 11 (kick-off 6.30pm local time). They then have a swift turnaround
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'Indian summer' set to bring highs of 21C to the UK this week
Despite colder temperatures and darker nights, Britain could be set for one last blast of warm weather this week. Despite recent storms and heavy rain across much of the country, warm sunshine is set to return. Temperatures could soar to 21C
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Ryanair launches buy one get one half price sale with tickets starting from £13.99
Ryanair has announced a buy one get one half price sale on tickets. The offer from the budget airline ends tonight at midnight so those interested must book fast. The deal offers flights from all across England and Scotland, with tickets costing
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ITV reveal Olympian Kye Whyte as the latest contestant on Dancing On Ice 2022
ITV have confirmed that Olympic BMX rider Kye Whyte is the latest celebrity to join Dancing On Ice. The 22-year-old athlete is best known for winning Team GB's first ever BMX Olympic medal with a silver at the 2020 Tokyo Games in the summer.
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Ambulance crews lose thousands of hours waiting to transfer patients, report finds
AMBULANCE crews in Wales are losing thousands of hours unable to respond to other calls due to being forced to wait outside hospitals, a new report has found. A report from Healthcare Inspectorate Wales (HIW) has highlighted such delays between
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'Welcome to Newport' - County to host rival boss who stuck boot in at Wembley
NEWPORT County AFC caretaker manager Wayne Hatswell is sure that Derek Adams will be given a lively Rodney Parade welcome by the Amber Army on Saturday afternoon. The Exiles are hunting successive League Two victories for the first this season
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Waste services in Torfaen hit by shortage of HGV drivers
WASTE services in Torfaen are being hit by the national shortage of lorry drivers, a meeting has heard. Disruption to the service was raised at a meeting of Torfaen council’s cross-cutting resources and business overview and scrutiny committee
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Millions of UK households warned they face £400 price hike on energy bills
UK households are set to see their energy bills rise by hundreds of pounds next year, analysts have said. Research agency Cornwall Insight has predicted that the energy price cap will soar by £400 in the spring. The firm said that a further
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One-way system coming to Abergavenny during four-week gas works
A ONE-WAY system will be put in place in Abergavenny next week as gas supply work is carried out. Wales and West Utilities is starting essential work to upgrade the gas network in the Lower Monk Street area of Abergavenny. The work will take
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Energy bills forecast to rise by 30 per cent in 2022
BRITONS could see their energy bills rise by 30 per cent next year, analysts have said. Research agency Cornwall Insight has predicted further volatile gas prices and the potential collapse of even more suppliers could push the energy price cap
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Look: Artist's impression released of bottle plant which would create 600 jobs
AN ARTIST'S impression has been included in a planning application for a glass bottle plant in Ebbw Vale. CiNER Glass UK’s planning application for a proposed Ebbw Vale plant is now live. The planning application to build a glass container manufacturing
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Traffic and travel news for Newport and surrounding areas
12:50pm There has been a crash on the M4 near Cardiff. A tanker has rolled over - long queues. More here
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My favourite five - Daniel Pontin
The South Wales Argus Camera Club has 4,600-plus members and we've been asking them to pick their five favourite photographs to share. Today we meet Daniel Pontin, 32, of Pontllanfraith. He said: "I'm a courier. I've only been taking photographs
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New delicatessen plans for Newport coach house in Bassaleg
A FORMER coach house in Newport looks set for a new lease of life, with plans to turn it into a delicatessen approved. Located next to the Tredegar Arms pub in Bassaleg, the site is thought to have been built in the mid-19th Century – and served
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Here's everyone who was in court in Newport for speeding this week
HERE is a round-up of everyone who has been before Newport Magistrates Court and fined for speeding over the past week. The following cases are for the week from September 29 until October 2. Daniel Jones Jones was fined more than £200
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Public notices: Residents only parking for some city streets
Here is a round up of public notices which have appeared in the South Wales Argus over the last week: * Newport City Council is to introduce residents' parking places on Clyddard Crescent and Kingsmill Terrace, St Julian Street and Rudry Street
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‘Blind’ drug driver nearly killed cop in horror crash
A VAN driver high on amphetamine and banned because he’s losing his eyesight crashed head-on into a police officer travelling in the opposite direction. Anthony George was “lucky he didn’t kill himself and his victim” after ploughing into him on
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Watch: Terrifying armed robbery at Gwent store
THIS is the moment an armed robber threatened to cut a terrified shopworker’s throat and kill him with a 12-inch knife. Finn Church, 20, burst into the One Stop shop in Monmouth town centre where manager Dane Wheatley was on duty on his own.
