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Last call as entries for Admiral City of Newport half marathon about to close
THE Admiral City of Newport half marathon will begin in two weeks and the deadline to register your run ends on Monday (February 19). Those that want to take part in the race will need to register by Monday, February 19, at 10.00am. The half
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We need to safeguard the UK’s sovereign steelmaking capability
This weekend I was in Newport at a rally to support our steelworkers, including those at Llanwern. It’s been quite a month for the steel industry in south Wales, with the worrying news from Tata in Port Talbot. The potential loss of nearly
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Arrest made in murder inquiry following man's death
A MURDER investigation has been launched following the death of a 64-year-old man, police said. A 38-year-old has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the incident in Butetown, Cardiff. South Wales Police said officers were called
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Aldi issues product recall due to possible health risk to customers
Aldi has been forced to recall one of its pasta products after the packaging failed to mention an ingredient which could pose a health risk to some customers. The supermarket giant and the Food Standards Agency (FSA) issued an alert to customers
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Hot Stuff! Hollywood comes to Gwent with the Full Ponty dance event
YOU'VE heard of the Full Monty - now experience the Full Ponty! The beloved 1990s British film is getting a Welsh remake from a dedicated team of locals in Pontypool who will be performing the iconic dance as a fundraiser for Cancer Research UK
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Dad and two sons become a viral hit on TikTok with their comic darts challenges
A NEWPORT father and two sons have hit the bullseye on social media with their comedic dart challenges. Neil Pattinson and his sons launched their TikTok channel Family Darts after his eldest son Kieran suggested putting a video of his darts challenge
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Look: You can see for 'miles and miles' from this Swinging Sixties house
A SEMI-DETACHED house in the former Roman city of Caerleon is being sold for the first time since the Swinging Sixties. And the views from the property are so good, you can see for miles and miles. The three-storey house, with a three room
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Newport woman creates family heirloom cake toppers which can 'outlive humans'
A NEWPORT woman has found a new career creating cake toppers for special occasions. Michaella Glass, 34, turned her attention to the creative cake decorations two years ago after creating superhero and princess-style toppers for her kids and opened
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Look: When King Charles visited Gwent, in pictures
WE DUG through our archive to find pictures of times King Charles visited Gwent through the years. Have a look at the pictures below. Then-Prince Charles at Tredegar Spartans Youth Club in July 1979 Prince Charles, now King Charles
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Plans to re-wild former Gwent coal tip brought forward - have your say
A COMPANY behind a scheme to make Bedwas' coal tips safer and return them to their original state has announced three public consultations to hear residents' views on their proposals. ERI Reclamation, the company responsible for the proposals
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Beloved village pub with 'huge heart' nominated for community hero award
A BELOVED pub in a village near Caerphilly has been nominated for a community hero award. The White Cross Inn, Groeswen, has been nominated for the PubAid Community Pub Hero Award in recognition for the dedication and hard work of the team running
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Welsh footballer reveals moment he 'literally died' as his heart stopped mid-game
Luton Town captain Tom Lockyer said he “literally died” after his heart stopped for nearly three minutes after suffering a cardiac arrest during his sides match with Bournemouth last year. The 29-year-old Welsh international footballer, who hails
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Power cut leaves more than 800 homes without electricity
MORE than 850 homes were affected by power cuts in Caerphilly, with some reporting that they were without power for more than half an hour yesterday. A total of 853 homes were reportedly without power today in Risca, Caerphilly at around 1.35pm
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Teen skater dreams of representing GB after competition win
A YOUNG skater from Chepstow who only took up the sports two years ago has won her first competition. Sofia Mikulova, 14, a pupil at Chepstow School, won the Guildford Open, a national competition which attracts skaters from all over the country
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Look: Lambs, flowers and a frog - it's springtime in Gwent
LAMBS and flowers make up most of the pictures this week to tie in with our theme of spring. This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and you can see more by visiting the SWACC page on
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Ambulance Service recruiting Community Welfare Responders following successful trial
THE Welsh Ambulance Service is inviting members of the public to apply for a brand-new volunteering position. Community Welfare Responders (CWRs) are trained by the ambulance service to support the delivery of urgent care for patients in their
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Meet the Welsh dog who might be the oldest of his breed in the whole of the UK
A Welsh family have shared the secrets of their dog’s long life after finding out their four legged friend may be the oldest dog of its breed in the whole of the UK. Ceri Harris’ family brought Roc, a Staffordshire Bull Terrier, as a puppy for
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Wheelchair user covers same distance as Blaenau to Wembley on trike around local lake
A WHEELCHAIR user from Blaenau Gwent cycled the equivalent distance to Wembley Stadium on a specially adapted trike. Thomas Hughes, 25, from Blaina, suffers from a rare genetic condition called Angelman Syndrome, which causes severe physical and
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Gwent Christian charity given 12-month lifeline in Church in Wales eviction row
A CHRISTIAN charity in Caerphilly has been granted a much-needed lifeline after being served an eviction notice by Church in Wales. The Parish Trust now has a further 12 months to find a new home after the Church in Wales granted a lease at the
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Here's the race route and road closures planned for Newport Marathon
The ABP Newport Wales Marathon 2024 returns in a few months, and upcoming road closures and race routes have been announced. The popular race will take place on Sunday, April 28, with the main event - the marathon - starting at 9am. This year's
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What time is Dancing on Ice tonight? See when to watch latest episode on ITV
Dancing on Ice returns for week six of the 2024 series on ITV1 and ITVX tonight (Sunday, February 18) as the likes of Love Island's Amber Davies and Olympic Gold Medallist Greg Rutherford take to the ice. Dancing on Ice returned to television screens
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Sunday traffic on the M4 and weather updates
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Dragons' defence stats make for grim reading after a nightmare to rival Cardiff
GOOD news for long-suffering Dragons supporters – the Six Nations is back this weekend. The Rodney Parade club returned to United Rugby Championship action with a 40-7 hammering at the hands of Glasgow at Scotstoun Stadium on Saturday. The
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Nothing to fear for County in race for play-offs but injury gives them a problem
WILL Evans produced a moment of magic to get Newport County AFC back to winning ways against Gillingham in League Two. The striker scored the only goal of the game at Rodney Parade to help the Exiles respond to their midweek disappointment against
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Dragons boss angry with seniors after 'unacceptable' start in Glasgow hammering
DRAGONS boss Dai Flanagan pointed the finger at the senior figures in his side after the 40-7 United Rugby Championship hammering at Glasgow. The Rodney Parade club suffered a six-try defeat at Scotstoun Stadium on Saturday night and it would have
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The five dogs looking for forever homes at Many Tears Animal Rescue
HERE is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes. If you think you would be able to rehome one of them go to www.manytearsrescue.org/ for full contact details and to find out more. Or telephone
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Newport death notices and funeral announcements from the South Wales Argus
THE South Wales Argus has published 16 death notices in the last seven days. Every week, the South Wales Argus publishes death notices and funeral announcements from the families of loved ones who have passed away. As well as appearing in print
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In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court GARETH OWEN JONES, 40, of Edgehill, Pontllanfraith, Blackwood was banned from driving for 12 months for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a
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Watch: Newport teenager thanks NHS staff after being cured of rare bone cancer
A TEENAGER from Newport who endured a gruelling 14 cycles of chemotherapy after being diagnosed with bone cancer last year has thanked the health staff who helped her through her treatment, three months after being declared cancer-free. Isabel
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Look: This Georgian former pub in charming part of Gwent town needs new owners
AN HISTORIC pub building in Chepstow has been put up for sale with a seven-figure asking price fit for a king. The Bridge on Bridge Street is a Grade II-listed Georgian property and former watering hole in the town’s lower district close to the
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Junior doctors strike will cause 'significant disruption', Welsh NHS leaders warn
URGENT and life-threatening care will continue to be provided during a 72-hour junior doctors’ strike in Wales next week, but “significant disruption” is expected to other services, the head of Wales’ NHS has said. Junior doctors will stage the
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Multiple roads set to close overnight next week due to 'abnormal load'
SEVERAL roads are set to close overnight next week due to an 'abnormal load' travelling from Newport Docks, making its way through Newport and reaching its destination at a new power station site in Hirwaun. Traffic Wales has announced the road
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Council in legal battle over claim it built drainage works on private land in secret
CAERPHILLY Council is facing a £500,000 legal battle over claims it built drainage works on private land without telling the owner. Pine Ridge Homes Ltd alleged its land, on St Mary Street, Bedwas, was turned “into a flood water attenuation facility