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Getting out into the constituency is vital
One of the key aspects of my work is getting out and about to all parts of the Caerphilly constituency. I have had the opportunity to visit some brilliant businesses which bring a great deal of value to our local communities. Last week I visited
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Road vehicle hits bridge and causes almost an hour of train delays at busy station
A ROAD vehicle caused "needless train delays" at Newport station this evening after hitting a railway bridge. Network Rail says the vehicle hit the bridge in Bishton, near Newport, at around 5.47pm. They deployed personnel to inspect the bridge
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Teenager reported missing after last being seen two days ago in Hengoed
POLICE are concerned for the welfare of a teenager from Hengoed who has been reported as missing. Demi Edmunds, 15, was last seen in Hengoed at around 12.30pm on Saturday, February 17. She has been described as white, around 5ft 4in tall with
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How do I check my council tax band in Wales? Find out how in a few simple steps
Council tax is something that just about every household in Wales and across the UK has to pay. The money you pay as part of your council tax is used to pay for local services including the likes of schools, bin collections and street repairs.
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All the M4 road closures set to affect traffic in South Wales this week
There will be a number of road closures in place on the M4 this week that are set to cause diversions and disruptions across South Wales. These M4 closures come as a result of maintenance, resurfacing and construction works set to be carried out
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Former timber yard could be used to house Romany Traveller families
A ROMANY Traveller family has applied for permission to make their home at a former timber storage yard. The application has been made by Joe Thomas and it is intended he and his immediate family which includes his partner and three children,
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Police investigating assault in historic pub with 'friendly atmosphere'
GWENT POLICE are continuing to investigate a report of assault in an historic Newport pub. An assault reportedly took place in the historic Ye Olde Bull Inn, Caerleon on Saturday October 28. The pub which is just a short drive from the Celtic
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City to have offical tour guides showing off rich heritage
GET READY to see the sights as Newport is to have official tour guides who will show off the city’s ‘rich heritage.’ Newport is to hold tour guiding course designed in collaboration with Newport Rising, Newport City Council, and the Wales Official
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Murder investigation launched as man remains in custody
A CARDIFF murder investigation has been launched after the death of a 64-year-old man. South Wales Police were called to a property in Butetown, Belmont Walk shortly after 9am yesterday morning, February 18. A 38-year-old man has been arrested
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Police-hating thug attacked officers following shoplifting arrest
A THUG with a history of violence against the police attacked four officers following his arrest for shoplifting. Cops were called after Shaun Bilton stole bottles of Captain Morgan rum and Jack Daniel’s whiskey worth £36 from B&M in Caerphilly
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Questions over whether cash-strapped council can afford to run new Welsh school
CAN a cash strapped Gwent council afford running a new Welsh medium school when it gets built, a councillor has asked. At a meeting of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s Corporate Performance and Overview Scrutiny committee on Monday, February
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Jobs boost in south Wales with car maker creating new roles. See how to apply, here
ASTON Martin is increasing employment across its UK manufacturing facilities, including in the Vale of Glamorgan. Aston Martin’s DBX707 manufacturing hub in St Athan is to benefit from the employment boost. The car company, famous for producing
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Rishi Sunak's GB News show investigated by Ofcom over rules breach
Ofcom has launched an investigation into a GB News show hosted by the Prime Minister. The broadcast regulator is looking into whether People’s Forum: The Prime Minister on GB News breached impartiality rules. The programme, which saw Prime
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New BBC drama The Way created by Michael Sheen: Full cast list and how to watch
The BBC's new drama The Way tells the story of a local community facing the risk of closure of a steelworks in Port Talbot. As locals refuse to accept their fate, years of pent-up anger against politicians and business bosses start to arise leading
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The 3 South Wales seaside towns revealed among the wettest in the UK
Three South Wales towns have been named among the wettest in the UK in a study by Sykes Holiday Cottages and former BBC weather presenter, Owain Wyn Evans. The study, compiled by Wyn Evans and Sykes analysed Met Office figures, from 1991 to 2020
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How to claim your free £200 from NatWest when you switch to these bank accounts
NatWest has launched its latest initiative for customers, offering a £200 bank account switch offer. It applies to those who switch to the bank's Reward or Select bank accounts. Those wanting to get a bit of extra cash must apply for an account
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House fire shuts busy road in both directions near city centre
EMERGENCY services closed off a main road in Newport due to a house fire which took them almost an hour to clear. Gwent Police reportedly closed off Chepstow Road in Maindee on Saturday, February 17, at approximately 8.07pm. Chepstow Road was
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DVLA banned number plates revealed as new '24' plates set to hit the road
With the new ‘24’ vehicle number plates hitting the roads from March 1, many people will be eyeing up a personalised number plate to add some personality to their car. However, some people may find their creative juices stifled by the DVLA (Driver
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Hundreds of residents give feedback on 'masterplan' to transform town centre
MORE than 350 residents have given their views on plans to “transform” Caerphilly town centre. The county borough council hosted a four-week exhibition through October and November and will use the feedback to inform its Caerphilly Town 2035 proposals
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Supermarket giant to open massive store in city centre next month
SUPERMARKET GIANT Aldi is to open a massive new store in Newport next month. Located at Crindau Gateway, Albany Street, Newport, NP20 5NJ, the brand-new store will open in a matter of weeks on Thursday, March 7, at 8am. Formerly home to the
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Family "ripped apart" after being handed wrong ashes following son's death
A WREXHAM mum says her family will "never be the same" after being given the wrong ashes following the sudden death of her son. Yvonne Williams, from Wrexham, sadly lost her 52-year-old son Marc on January 13, 2023, following a bout of pneumonia
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New BBC drama The Way created by Michael Sheen: Full cast list and how to watch
The BBC's new drama The Way tells the story of a local community facing the risk of closure of a steelworks in Port Talbot. As locals refuse to accept their fate, years of pent-up anger against politicians and business bosses start to arise leading
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Ten month-old baby among three children found dead at a house
A ten-month-old baby boy is among three children who were found dead at a house in Bristol on Sunday, police have said. The other victims were a seven-year-old boy and a three-year-old girl, it is believed. Officers were called to the property
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Yellow weather warning issued for South Wales as heavy rain and flooding forecast
A yellow weather warning has been issued for south Wales with heavy rain and flooding expected on Wednesday (February 21). The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning due to heavy rain forecast for Wednesday which it said will cause flooding
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Pontypool on course for play-offs after completing Cardiff double
Pontypool can set their sights on the play-offs once again after they completed the double over fourth placed Cardiff in the Indigo Premiership. Pooler’s timely 20-13 triumph over Cardiff at Pontypool Park backed up their earlier win at the Arms
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'Do not eat' warning to Lidl customers over cookies containing pieces of metal
Lidl customers have been warned not to eat a range of cookies on sale at the supermarket as they may contain pieces of metal. The supermarket is recalling various Tower Gate cookies because of the possible presence of metal, making them unsafe
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Lane closed and 40mph speed limit imposed due to landslide
A LANDSLIDE has forced a lane to be closed and a 40mph speed limit to be imposed. The roads affected are the A40 east in Herefordshire between the A466 in Monmouth and A49 in Wilton on the Welsh/English. Previously the roads were closed to
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Coughlan has County fans dreaming of play-offs - but will keep players grounded
NEWPORT County AFC manager Graham Coughlan is thrilled to have the Amber Army dreaming of the League Two play-offs, but has urged them not to be disheartened if the ‘minor miracle’ doesn’t come off. The Exiles are 14th in the congested table, just
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Man admits engaging in sexual communication with a child
A MAN pleaded guilty to engaging in sexual communications with a child. Rhodri Griffiths, 27, appeared at Newport Crown Court on Thursday, February 15. The offence took place in Caerphilly county in October 2023. Griffiths, whose address
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Council says it is working to rectify 20mph mix-ups as old road markings remain
MONMOUTHSHIRE council says it is working to address inconsistencies in road signage around the 20mph default limit. The Welsh Government reduced the default limit on restricted roads from 30mph to 20mph in September. But in some areas road
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How this week's junior doctors strike will affect appointments in Gwent
WITH junior doctors in Wales to stage a 72-hour strike this week, Gwent's health board has explained how the action will affect people with appointments The British Medical Association (BMA) announced staff will walk out from 7am on Wednesday,
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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. SAMUEL NEILSON, 24, of York Place, Newport must pay £838 in a fine, costs and a surcharge after he pleaded guilty to the improper importation of cannabis into the UK and possession
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Five new arrivals to welcome to the world
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent. Every Monday on our New Arrivals page we give them a big welcome to the world. If you’ve recently had a baby and would like to share your news with us go to www.southwalesargus.co.uk/new-baby/ and
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Gwent Police records highest number of homicides in Wales: See the figures
THE number of homicides recorded in Gwent in the most recent 12-month period was at its highest level for five years, new figures have revealed. New data concerning the number of homicides recorded across England and Wales has been released by
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Morrisons announces new Aldi and Lidl price match scheme - see when it starts
Morrisons is the latest supermarket, following the likes of Asda, to announce it will be matching Aldi and Lidl prices on certain products. Morrisons revealed that from Monday (February 19) more than 200 products on its shelves will be marked as