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The best deals you will find at Aldi and Lidl this weekend

This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Aldi and Lidl have announced a range of new items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores this weekend.  From home

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The Royal Mint reveals collection celebrating The Royal Tudor Beasts

This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. The Royal Mint has unveiled a new range of collectable and bullion coins celebrating The Royal Tudor Beasts. The first coin in the collection

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Newport show to tell true story of 'worst opera singer in the world'

THE true story of soprano Florence Foster Jenkins is set to shake the rafters of the Dolman Theatre when Newport Playgoers new season commences on October 12. In Peter Quilter’s comedy, Glorious: The True story of Florence Foster Jenkins, audiences

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Shawn Mendes 2022 UK tour tickets go on sale today - how to buy them

This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. SHAWN Mendes is going on tour next year and tickets go on sale today. The Canadian singer will visit the UK in April and May 2022 during

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Works to refurbish play park at Llandaff Fields to begin this month

WORKS to refurbish the play park at Llandaff Fields in Cardiff will begin with new slides and climbing ropes. The current play equipment will stay open for most of the works, according to Cardiff council. Earlier this year the parks departments

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The 'UK's Disneyland' set to start work next year - when will it open?

A NEW theme park dubbed the ‘UK’s Disneyland’ will start building work next year. The huge resort built in Kent announced building work for site, built in Swanscombe Peninsula in Kent, will start in 2022 when the planning application is expected

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Universal Credit cut is 'going to really hurt a lot of children in Wales'

REDUCING child poverty in Wales will be very difficult if the Conservative government keeps cutting public spending, a Welsh Government minister has said. Health and social services minister Eluned Morgan accused Boris Johnson’s Government of “

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Housing support for residents after end of £20-per-week Universal Credit uplift

AROUND 700 vulnerable residents in Torfaen will receive additional housing support after the end of the £20 Universal Credit uplift. A temporary £20-a-week increase to Universal Credit was introduced at the start of the coronavirus pandemic, but

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Asda to offer one-hour delivery from these two Gwent stores

TWO Gwent supermarkets will be offering a one-hour express delivery service The service will allow customers to make an order online – from the full range of products – and get delivery within one hour if they live in a three-mile radius of the

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Ebbw Vale football club celebrates as housing developer installs new pathway

A FOOTBALL ground in Gwent has been made more accessible to the community with the installation of a new pathway, thanks to a local housebuilder. RTB Ebbw Vale Football Club – which was formed in 1951, and hosts matches and training for senior

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Gwent runners celebrate London Marathon success

NEWPORT resident Rob Ollerton was one of 350 British Heart Foundation champions who took to the streets of London on to conquer the Virgin Money London Marathon and raise funds for the charity’s life saving research.   This is the first time since

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Further court hearing will be held ahead of Ryan Giggs domestic violence trial

A FURTHER court hearing for suspended Wales manager Ryan Giggs will be held ahead of his domestic violence trial, a judge ruled. Former Manchester United footballer Giggs, 47, who was not in court for the hearing on Friday at Manchester Crown Court

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Tonight's EuroMillions jackpot could create UK's biggest ever lottery winner

ONE lucky Brit could scoop the biggest National Lottery win in history tonight if they choose the correct numbers in Friday's EuroMillions draw. An estimated £172 million is up for grabs if the jackpot is won by a single ticket holder. The

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L.O.L. Surprise! LIVE UK tour dates - including date in South Wales

L.O.L Surprise and Visit Malta have made Christmas come early with the announcement of their first ever UK live tour. Lady Diva, Royal Bee, Swag, Neonlicious and many more of their friends will be taking to the stage to enterain you and your family

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Man found guilty of Newport sex attacks

A MAN is facing a prison sentence after he was found guilty of committing sexual assaults and making threats to kill. Bradley Bullock, 25, of Stelvio Park Court, Newport, was convicted after a trial at the city’s crown court. • Sign up to our

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Plans revealed to transform derelict Cardiff Bay buildings into top college

PLANS have been revealed to transform derelict buildings in Cardiff Bay into the home of a top college. Merchant Place and the adjoining Cory’s Buildings, on the corner of Bute Place and Bute Street, have been empty for more than two decades.

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1,021 deaths in Gwent as three more recorded

THERE have been three new Covid-19 related deaths in Gwent – out of 23 in Wales. This brings the total in the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board region to 1,021 and the Wales-wide total to 5,965 according to Public Health Wales. Out of the

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Man denies tax evasion charges

A MAN is set to go on trial next year after he pleaded not guilty to tax evasion charges. Russell Donald, 61, of Ffordd Bevan, Pontrhydyrun, Cwmbran, faces two allegations. • Sign up to our Crime and Court newsletter to get all the day’s news

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Parking charges in council-owned car parks won't be scrapped - this is why

A MOTION calling for free parking at council-owned car parks has been rejected by members of Caerphilly County Borough Council. Proposed by Blackwood Independent councillor Kevin Etheridge, the motion sought to abolish the charges permanently.

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'Bale out' - lorry overturns on Monmouthshire roundabout

THERE is slow traffic on a Monmouthshire roundabout – after a lorry overturned. It happened on the Hardwick Roundabout in Abergavenny – when one of two lorries carrying bales of hay overturned, spilling some of its load. MORE NEWS:  

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Covid: What does the winter plan mean for Wales?

MARK Drakeford has today launched the coronavirus winter plan for Wales, setting out the options available to manage the pandemic over the coming months. With the health service still under pressure, there are already warnings that this could be

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Welsh band Bullet For My Valentine release new album and tour dates

Welsh band Bullet For My Valentine have announced the release of the seventh album on November 5th 2021. Following the release of new single Rainbow Veins, their self-titled album marks the beginning of a new era for the band, with this being the

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Aldi Special Buys adds Harry Potter range, and it launches on Sunday

This article contains affiliate links. Newsquest may receive a commission on any sales generated from them. Aldi have announced a Harry Potter range in its Special Buys magazine, the collection will eb available to buy online only from Sunday October

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Residents exploring option to buy nearby £50,000 woodland

CAERLEON residents are exploring the option to purchase a nearby woodland and keep it accessible to the community. The 4.6 acre land has recently been listed for sale by estate agents DJ&P Rennie. The property is close to Celtic Manor Golf

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Newport RFC yet to sign long-term deal for Spytty home after Rodney Parade move

NEWPORT RFC will play their first game at Spytty Park tomorrow afternoon but a long-term deal is yet to be sealed for it to be their second home. It was announced on Wednesday that the Black and Ambers had come to an agreement with the Dragons

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Two talented loan stars, one spot - County boss admits to selection problem

CARETAKER boss Wayne Hatswell admits that Newport County AFC are struggling to fit exciting loan stars Ollie Cooper and Finn Azaz into the same line-up. The duo have caught the eye since heading to Rodney Parade, Azaz signing from Premier League

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Martin Lewis warns millions in the UK they face losing £400

MARTIN Lewis has warned millions in the UK face losing up to £400. The Money Saving Expert founder was took to social media to warn his 1.2 million Twitter followers about a a predicted 30 per cent energy bill rise. Research agency Cornwall

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Everything Mark Drakeford said about PCR test changes in Wales

LATERAL flow tests could be offered to people in Wales instead of PCR tests over the winter – if demand for tests surges. Speaking at a Welsh government press conference, Mark Drakeford revealed that plans have been drawn up in case the demand

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Major changes to care home visiting rules in Wales: Everything you need to know

MAJOR changes have been introduced to the rules around visiting care homes in Wales. Today, Mark Drakeford set out the changes as part of his three-week review into the nation’s handling of the ongoing covid pandemic. While much of the briefing

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Lidl middle aisle offers car pressure washer for under £40

The Lidl middle aisle can offer up a treasure trove of weird and wonderful items for its customers to buy. It could arguably make the shopping experience a bit more fun, not knowing what you might fancy from the shop aside from the usual groceries

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Warning shared with anybody who buys Quality Street chocolate at Christmas

BRITS are being warned they may face a Christmas without a tub of Quality Street chocolate as Nestle has said it is currently experiencing some supply chain problems. A number of sectors have recently had problems with their supply chains due to

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Pleasant weekend weather predicted according to the Met Office

THIS weekend is set to be unseasonably warm in Gwent before the temperature begins to dip as the week goes on, according to the Met Office. Highs of 18 degrees are expected but there is a chance of rain early on Saturday evening. It is not

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New digital marketing technology announced to help get your business noticed

LOCALiQ has announced a first of its kind digital advertising technology designed to help get your business noticed online. The UK’s leading digital marketing solutions provider here at the South Wales Argus revealed the cross media optimisation

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Former housing minister James Brokenshire dies aged 53, colleagues pay tribute

FORMER UK Government minister and Conservative MP for Old Bexley and Sidcup James Brokenshire, has died from lung cancer at the age of 53. Brokenshire, the former housing minister, had been suffering from lung cancer before his death his family

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'Road to nowhere' on the A48 to be cleared by Newport City Council

PILES of waste dumped at a notorious fly-tipping site on the A48 so large they can see from space will be cleared up, Newport City Council has announced. The road, dubbed 'the road to nowhere' is on the A48 near Coedkernew and was originally built

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Public Health Wales Covid-19 daily stats delayed

PUBLIC Health Wales have announced that the daily update on coronavirus in Wales will be delayed today. It is unknown how long the delay will take or when the stats will be released for today. A network issue is the cause of the delay and Public

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Jealous man bombarded girlfriend with ‘vile and menacing’ text messages

A JEALOUS boyfriend bombarded his partner with “vile and menacing” text messages accusing her of being unfaithful to him. Aaron Preece, 26, had been “pleasant” during the early days of the couple’s relationship but turned increasingly abusive,

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Nursing is my life – it’s not simply a job or a vocation

THE search is on for nurses who demonstrate an innovative and caring approach to their work and show outstanding levels of commitment to patient care that puts the people they look after at the heart of what they do. The South Wales Argus Health

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What time is the Draconid meteor shower tonight: When to watch in Newport

Over the next few days Earth will be passing through what is known as a cloud of cometary dust, allowing us to view the spectacular Draconid meteor shower. The shower is taking place between October 7-11 but will be most visible late Friday evening

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Maternity services suspended across four hospitals due to staff shortage

MIDWIFERY services in four Gwent hospitals and home birthing services have been temporary suspended due staff shortages. Aneurin Bevan University Health Board has confirmed that, due to “short-term staff absence due to sickness and self-isolation

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From Gold Coast to Ireland's west coast - Pumas star makes rapid Dragons return

ARGENTINA scrum-half Gonzalo Bertranou will make a rapid return for the Dragons when featuring off the bench in tomorrow’s United Rugby Championship clash at Connacht. The 27-year-old started for the Pumas against Australia last weekend but will

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Aldi releases Spooktacular drink 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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Dancing On Ice: ITV reveals Lorraine's Ria Hebden as next celebrity contestant

TV presenter Ria Hebden is the latest celebrity to join the 2022 line up of Dancing On Ice.  Ria is most famous for presenting entertainment and TV segments on ITV's Lorraine. The broadcaster also has her own production company Carpe Diem Media

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How former boss Flynn is still helping County's bid to beat Bradford

COACH Wayne Hatswell has been picking the brains of former boss Michael Flynn to ensure Newport County AFC’s next manager takes charge of a side on the up. The Exiles are on the hunt for a new boss for the first time since 2017 after last week’

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Aldi release new 2021 Christmas hampers from £19.99

Aldi has dropped their new Christmas hampers for 2021 and with prices starting at £19 this is a deal not to be missed! The hampers are full of treats to suit everyone, from Aldi’s infamous wine to Christmas puddings to specially selected tea.

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Live: Mark Drakeford announces latest review into Welsh covid restrictions

3:06pm Everything said about PCR tests First minister Mark Drakeford spoke extensively about PCR tests today.

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Adele reveals reason for her weight loss and shares details on new album

Adele has revealed the reason behind her recent weight loss in a recent interview with Vogue. The global star appeared on the cover of both the UK and US edition of the magazine after confirming her comeback with new single ‘Easy On Me’. It

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Covid vaccine trial participants will get their booster jabs

PARTICIPANTS in the UK clinical trials for the Covid-19 vaccines will soon receive letters for how they are able to get their booster jab. A number of participants in the trials have been denied their booster – despite meeting the criteria – and

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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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Armed Forces to start working with Welsh Ambulance Service next week

MORE than 100 Armed Forces personnel will be joining the Welsh Ambulance Service next week to help with easing the pressures on the service. 110 members of the Armed Forces from the Army, Navy and RAF will begin working as non-emergency drivers

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Christmas market to take-over Newport city centre - with free stalls on offer

A CHRISTMAS market is set to take over Newport city centre - with free stalls on offer. Newport-based company Green Top Events, supported by Newport Now BID, is bringing festive fun to Newport with their popular Christmas market returning bigger

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County legend Ashurst's funeral to be streamed live for fans to pay respects

NEWPORT County AFC supporters will be able to pay tribute to Len Ashurst when the legendary former manager’s funeral is live streamed on Monday. The ex-Ironsides boss died last month at the age of 82 and his funeral is being held in Sunderland,

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Traffic and travel updates for Gwent roads

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Newport hoping for home comforts after swapping Rodney Parade for Spytty

NEWPORT RFC intend to make themselves at home at Spytty Park when they kick off a new chapter in their rich history against Merthyr tomorrow afternoon. The Black and Ambers have agreed a deal that will see them play most of their fixtures at Newport

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Man denies city robbery charge

A MAN is set to go on trial next year accused of carrying out a robbery. Joshua Seivwright, 35, of Nelson Drive, Newport, pleaded not guilty to robbing Jamie Symonds of cash in the city on April 29. Sign up to our Crime and Court newsletter

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Cat and her kitten abandoned in the bushes outside Newport Animal Centre

A CAT and her young kitten were abandoned in the bushes outside Newport Animal Centre on Saturday night. A passer-by spotted a pet carrier near the Hartridge Farm Road centre at about 9pm on Saturday and found the two cats inside when they went

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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. BILLIE ASHWOOD, 38, of Woodside Road, Cwmbran, was ordered to pay £369 in a fine, compensation, costs and a surcharge after she pleaded guilty to assaulting an emergency worker, paramedic