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Superb Dragons end Irish hoodoo in style with bonus-point win in Galway

THE Dragons ended their Irish hoodoo by securing their first win in Galway since 2004 with a magnificent 35-22 win over Connacht. Dean Ryan's men had suffered frustration after narrow defeats to the Osprey and Leinster at Rodney Parade but got

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St Asaph-born Gareth scoffed 5,000 calories a day during epic 60km swim

AN EPIC swim across 60 kilometres of some of the wildest water in Wales’s seas, rivers, lakes and reservoirs is no easy task - as TV presenter Gaz Top discovered. Gareth Jones: Nofio Adre (Gareth Jones: Swimming Home) – tells the tale of how star

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What to do and not do when sighting a seal

WELSH Marine Life Rescue has published a list of what to do and what not to do when sighting a seal on land in Wales. If seals are disturbed on land, they may flee back into the water and have a tough times, especially in rough and stormy weather

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'I didn't hear anything' - Bradford boss claims County boos fell on deaf ears

BRADFORD City manager Derek Adams insisted he didn’t hear the heckles from the Newport County AFC crowd after copping plenty of flak at a raucous Rodney Parade. The Scottish boss led Morecambe to promotion with a contentious victory over the Exiles

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South Wales teenager named as one of Britain's best young drivers

A PENARTH teenager has been named one of Britain’s best young drivers. Cameron Redwood, 14 from Llandough, came fourth in the Young Driver Challenge 2021 in the 14-16 age category. Cameron said: “I had such a brilliant day. It was great to

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Volunteers celebrated for their work in the community across Torfaen

THE work of volunteers from across Torfaen was celebrated at the first Torfaen Community and Volunteer Awards ceremony. The ceremony, organised by Torfaen Voluntary Alliance, saw more than 170 people coming together at Pontypool Active Living Centre

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Hatswell: Dominant County deserved victory against Bradford

CARETAKER manager Wayne Hatswell hailed Newport County AFC’s best performance of the season despite having to settle for a 0-0 draw with Bradford City - and says the side will be a joy for the new boss to work with. The Exiles bossed much of a

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County have to settle for a point after pulsating clash against Adams' Bradford

NEWPORT County AFC had to settle for a share of the spoils after being frustrated by Derek Adams’ stubborn Bradford City at a raucous Rodney Parade. The man that guided Morecambe to a controversial League Two play-off win over the Exiles was left

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Fines handed out in court to Newport and Gwent covid rule-breakers

THOUSANDS of pounds worth of fines have been dished out to covid rule-breakers from Newport and surrounding areas. Last week, a number of individuals appeared before Newport Magistrates Court, having fallen foul of lockdown rules. Below, you

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Newport D-Day veteran's final wish granted as medals return home from Canada

THE last wish of a decorated Newport D-Day veteran has been granted – after his medals were returned to Wales from his home in Canada. Lyndon Sheedy, CStJ, CD, ADC from Crindau had a decorated career in the Armed Forces and regularly returned from

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Watch: Fairytale of New York to tour the UK - including night in Newport

A CHRISTMAS classic is embarking on a huge UK tour – including a stop in Newport. From the producers of the internationally acclaimed Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of The Dubliners comes a new show, Fairytale of New York, the ultimate feel-good

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Police close road near Wales-England border: What we know so far

A major road linking Monmouthshire with England has been shut by police this afternoon, as a result of a crash. The A465 has been closed in both directions between Pandy and Llangua – just outside Abergavenny. It comes after reports of a crash

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New team will bring Blaenau Gwent children in care back home

CREATING a new care team will bring children in residential care outside of Blaenau Gwent back home. At a meeting of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s Social Services scrutiny committee on Thursday, October 8 councillors were told of the need

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This is why so many ladybirds are inside your home and what you should do

If you have you noticed a horde of ladybirds invading your home this week there is a reason why. Social media users across the UK have been preparing for the “end of days” as lady birds swarm into homes One user tweeted: “A plague of ladybirds

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Pupils put their best feet forward to take part in mini marathon event

PUPILS from Chepstow School stepped up to take part in a mini London Marathon event at the school as part of a nationwide initiative with schools across the UK taking part. The aim was for pupils to run 2.6 miles as a curtain raiser for the real

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AS IT HAPPENED: County v Bradford - Exiles have to settle for a draw

6:23pm That's all from Rodney Parade. Next live blog on Tuesday night in the EFL Trophy. Good night all!

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Updates after crash closes A465 near Wales-England border

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Crash closes A465 in Monmouthshire - police on scene

A busy stretch of the A465 in Monmouthshire is closed, due to a crash. The incident is believed to have happened early this afternoon. Emergency services, including Gwent Police, are on the scene. This is a breaking news story, check back

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Locked Up: Drug dealers, thug and conman jailed

THESE six men were recently handed prison sentences for crimes like drug dealing, assaulting a police officer and burglary. We look at their cases. Sign up to our Crime and Court newsletter to get all the day’s news direct to your inbox

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12,000 women could be living with breast cancer amid screenings disruption

BREAST Cancer Now has said that around 12,000 women could be living with undiagnosed breast cancer due to missing out on NHS screenings due to the coronavirus pandemic. The charity estimates there has been a 50 per cent rise in the number of women

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Look: Staff at a local disability charity awarded for their work

STAFF at a Newport charity have been awarded for their efforts throughout the Covid pandemic. Newport Mayor, Cllr David Williams, council leader Cllr Jane Mudd, and Ruth Jones MP recently presented awards at Llanhennock Lodge to disability charity

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Why police helicopter was spotted over Barry harbour in early hours

A helicopter was called upon to help rescue a man from the waters in Barry harbour. The emergency services were alerted to reports of a stricken man in the waters near to Barry island’s old harbour pier early this morning (Saturday, October 9).

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Newport and Gwent Brains pubs up for sale: Everything you need to know

Welsh brewery giants Brains have announced plans to sell nearly 100 of their pubs – including a number in the Newport and Gwent regions. Earlier this week, Brains revealed that they were looking to offload 99 pubs across the nation. However

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Still time to make nominations in the Argus' Schools and Education Awards 2021

THERE'S still time to send in nominations for the South Wales Argus Schools & Education Awards 2021, your chance to say thank you to schools, teachers, support staff and learning initiatives for the impact they have made to the education of somebody

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Teenager faces custody over wounding offence

A TEENAGER was warned he could be facing time in a young offender institution after he admitted wounding. Ethan Jones, 19, of Coedymoeth Road, Aberbargoed, Caerphilly, pleaded guilty to the charge at a Cardiff Crown Court hearing. Sign

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Martin Lewis reveals how you can get free or discounted cinema tickets

MARTIN Lewis has issued advice on how people can save money, and in some cases, get free tickets for the cinema. With Hollywood blockbuster like James Bond's No Time To Die and new Marvel hit Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings, cinema trips

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Caerleon Campus: Your memories as the demolition of the campus begins

THE demolition of Caerleon Campus has begun. Work to demolish the Rathmell building of the campus has begun according to social media reports – bringing Redrow Homes’ plans for flats and houses a step closer. The campus was sold to Redrow by

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Show your appreciation for pandemic’s ‘unsung heroes’

HARD-working family doctors deserve to be given a pat on the back by having their GP practices entered in the South Wales Argus Health & Care Awards, says the winner of the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ accolade in 2020. Dr David Hepburn is urging people

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New role will lead commercially-led approach at Greenmeadow Community Farm

A NEW business-focussed role could be created to help a community farm in Cwmbran operate on a more commercial basis. The position will shape the future operating model for Greenmeadow Community Farm as Torfaen council seeks to find ways for it

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Warning to Brits and their pets as killer 160ft 'jellyfish' hits UK shores

KILLER Portugeues 'jellyfish' have washed up on UK shores sparking an urgent warning from wildlife experts for Brits and their pets.  Portuguese man o'war have moved towards the UK following recent stormy weather and pose a risk to to anyone who

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'It was sink or swim' - The County striker shining after staying to fight for spot

DOM Telford is loving life as a ‘new signing’ at Newport County AFC after staying put on an uncertain transfer deadline day. The striker swapped Plymouth Argyle for the Exiles last January but failed to make his mark after dropping down to League

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East versus west - Price to take on fellow Welshman Clayton for title

DEFENDING champion Gerwyn Price set up an all-Welsh final at the World Grand Prix with a stunning 4-2 comeback victory over Stephen Bunting. World number one Price will meet compatriot Jonny Clayton in Saturday’s final in Leicester, but only after

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Giant Joe aims to help Dragons weather the Connacht storm on return to Galway

AFTER spending two years in Galway, sharing a house with Connacht fly-half Jack Carty in the suburb of Knocknacarra, Joe Maksymiw knows better than trusting his weather app for this evening. Tonight the Dragons hunt a first win of the United Rugby

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Wales stick behind keeper Ward after costly clanger in Prague

AARON Ramsey absolved Danny Ward of blame for his World Cup howler in Wales’ 2-2 draw with the Czech Republic. With the score 1-1 four minutes into the second half of a thrilling Prague qualifier, Ward miscontrolled a Ramsey back pass in front

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Thug headbutted police officer at hospital before making threats to kill

A THUG headbutted a policeman before threatening to kill his colleague and family after going on a drugs binge. Aaron Slade assaulted PC Rhys Pritchard who had helped him and taken him to the Grange University Hospital in Cwmbran over concerns

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Newport named among the spookiest places in the UK - see the full list

With Halloween almost upon us, Newport has been named as the UK's spookiest city. 2021 has proven to be a scary year in general, but it will soon get spookier as we approach October 31. And that is even more true for those of us living in Newport

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Careless driving at a hospital and speeding lands drivers in courts across Wales

DRIVERS from across Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent have had their cases heard in courts across Wales this week.  Offences included driving without due care and attention, speeding, and refusing to identify the driver of a vehicle involved in an offence

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The 10 areas of Wales with the worst Covid case rates over the last seven days

These are the ten areas of Wales which currently have the worst Covid rates in the country. All of the top ten have seen Covid cases in more than one in every 100 people over the last seven days. MSOA (middle layer super output areas) data

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Say hello to these ten Gwent pets

Here is your weekly fix of pets from around Gwent. Each Friday we bring you a selection of pictures which reader's have sent in of their beloved pets. If you want to be part of this just to go www.southwalesargus.co.uk/lockdown-pets/ and fill

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'A tiny miracle' - Mother tells her story of baby loss to break the stigma

CHLOE Whiting was only 24 years old when she lost her first child - and she is now hoping to break the stigma of talking about baby loss. Her daughter, Ella, was born two weeks early on February 19, 2013. Ella was only 1lb 10oz and was quite weak

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Permission granted for 178 new homes in Llanwern's Glan Llyn development

COUNCILLORS have backed plans to build 178 new homes in Glan Llyn, despite flood concerns. The application for the development was brought to Newport City Council’s planning committee following a request from Councillor Martyn Kellaway, who represents