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The work of Tŷ Hafan is vital
As Torfaen MS, I recently visited the Tŷ Hafan charity shop in Cwmbran to hear how it raises money to support the incredible work Tŷ Hafan children’s hospice does to support critically ill children and their families across south and west Wales.
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Covid-19 inquiry hears Welsh Government response to care home threat ‘inadequate’
ELDERLY residents living in care homes in Wales during the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic were put at risk by the Welsh Government’s “inadequate” response to the threat posed by the virus, an inquiry has been told. Helena Herklots, Older People
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Driver in hospital with 'life threatening injuries' after crash
A DRIVER has been left with “life threatening injuries” after a crash which closed a main road for more than 10 hours. Dyfed-Powys Police said that a driver is in critical condition after a crash on the A470 near Storey Arms yesterday evening.
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Infected blood scandal victims rally outside Parliament for justice compensation
VICTIMS of the Infected Blood Scandal have rallied outside Parliament to call for compensation for their family members who died. The lengthy fight for justice for the victims of the infected blood scandal continues, after a debate over proposals
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Closure of coffee shop with a spectacular view confirmed after council scraps funding
COFFI Vista in Caerphilly town centre will shut down after a last-ditch attempt to save it failed. The cafe was earmarked for closure in Caerphilly Council’s budget proposals for the coming financial year. The council argued it was effectively
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Work begins on construction of £1.65m all-weather 3G pitch at secondary school
BUILDING work has begun on a new all-weather 3G pitch at a Pontypool school. The new £1.65 million pitch at Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw in Pontypool will transform sports facilities at the school in Pontypool and will also be available for hire by local
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Drug dealer caught out with cannabis and thousands in 'criminal' cash
A DRUG dealer is in custody after admitting to intending to supply class B drugs and having thousands of pounds of "criminal" cash on him. Cally Fisher, 23, used to be based in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, where he was first caught in possession
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Call for social media training after video of councillor's foul-mouthed rant
A PLEA for extensive training on social media has been made after a councillor’s foul-mouthed rant was captured on video. The near three-minute-long clip of Cllr Sue Malson apparently ranting at unnamed men who she promised to “take down”, and
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Vehicle 'completely destroyed' by fire in supermarket car park
FIREFIGHTERS were called to put out a car on fire in an Aldi car park. Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service were called out to put out a fire which “completely destroyed” a vehicle in the car park in the Aldi in Brecon this afternoon (February
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Welsh Government accused of being caught with ‘trousers down’ during pandemic
A GRIEVING woman who lost her mother during the Covid-19 pandemic has accused the Welsh Government of being “caught with their trousers down” when the virus hit Wales. Elizabeth Grant told the UK Covid-19 Inquiry the Welsh Government then “sat
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Senedd united in calling for more flexibility to Welsh Government financial rules
A RARE cross-party consensus emerged as the Senedd united in raising concerns that some community councils have more financial flexibility than the Welsh Government. Senedd members unanimously backed a motion calling on the UK Government to ease
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All options being considered for future of free-to-use tennis courts
NO DECISION has been made on whether charges will be introduced on tennis courts that have historically been free to use when a £220,000 revamp is completed. The courts in Old Cwmbran have been upgraded with funding from governing body the Lawn
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Look: Farmers come from across Wales to stage huge protest on Senedd steps
THOUSANDS of farmers rallied outside the Senedd today in a massive protest against Welsh Government plans. Opposition has been growing against proposals for a Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) which would mean farmers have to dedicate a fifth of
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A&E waiting times in Wales longer than in England and Scotland for most of a decade
THE proportion of people waiting more than four hours to be seen in A&E departments has typically been higher in Wales than either England or Scotland over the past decade, analysis shows. All three nations have recorded a steady rise in recent
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Parent fined hundreds of pounds for failing to make sure children went to school
A PARENT who failed to make sure their children went to school has been fined hundreds of pounds. The Torfaen parent was convicted of failing to ensure their primary school-aged children regularly attended school last week. Between September
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Woman who fled Russian invasion of Ukraine re-opening 160-year-old Newport pub
A WOMAN who came to Newport after fleeing Russia's invasion of Ukraine is behind the re-opening of a 160-year-old pub. The Lamb in Bridge Street, will welcome customers back under new management on Friday March 1 at midday. The legendary pub
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Newport Bus announces earlier and later services for hospital workers and new routes
NEWPORT Bus has announced changes to its timetable with new evening and Sunday services and routes outside of Newport. The changes will come into effect from Monday, April 1, following the end of the Welsh Government’s pandemic transition fund.
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Police appeal to find man reported as missing since Tuesday morning
AN APPEAL has been launched to find a man last seen in Gilwern yesterday morning. Gwent Police are growing concerned for the welfare of 46-year-old Christopher Harris, who was last seen at around 9.30am on Tuesday, February 27, near Dan Y Bryn
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County blessed with different options up front as fit-again Oz stakes a claim
FIT-AGAIN Offrande Zanzala wants to give boss Graham Coughlan something different up front as Newport County AFC aim to pull off a League Two surprise. The Exiles host leaders Mansfield on Saturday in high spirits after a midweek win at Harrogate
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Six young Dragons get the call for Wales U18s double-header in Ystrad Mynach
SIX Dragons youngsters will feature in a double-header for Wales Under-18s against Scotland in Ystrad Mynach on Sunday. There will be a fixture between the development teams at 12.30pm before the firsts lock horns at 2.30pm. Dragons full-back
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Foreign rapist and murderer allowed to stay in UK after no checks were made
A FOREIGN rapist and murder was allowed to stay in the UK after no checks were made into his serious criminal background. Lithuanian national Lauris Terasas, 30, from Newport was granted leave to remain in Britain for five years after he’d entered
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Road reopens after Caerphilly crash with emergency services at scene
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Organisers are 'bombarded' with bookings for mum and daughter exercise classes
A FREE class for mothers and daughters to exercise together has proved so popular that the organisers are "bombarded" with booking requests each week. Cwmbran Community Council is running two health and well-being sessions in the town over eight
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Statement of support agreed by Gwent council for Tata steel workers facing job losses
A GWENT council has passed a motion of support for thousands of steelworkers who face losing their jobs at Port Talbot and elsewhere. Across the UK steel firm Tata has said 2,423 jobs are at risk, with 1,929 of those in Port Talbot, which employs
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‘Major improvement necessary:’ Chain coffee shop given hygiene rating of one
A POPULAR chain coffee shop has been given a hygiene rating of 1 and told ‘major improvement is necessary.’ Caffe Nero in Newport Retail Park was awarded the second lowest hygiene rating, the coffee shop has 625 stores across the UK with 15 in
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Gwent nursery praised for focus on supporting additional needs children
A NURSERY in Gwent has been given a glowing report from Estyn following its most recent inspection. Abersychan Under Fives nursery was subject to an inspection in December 2023, where the wellbeing and care and development of the children in their
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6.9 per cent council tax rise confirmed after heated debate over budget plans
CAERPHILLY residents will pay an extra 6.9 per cent in council tax from April, after councillors clashed over the county borough’s final budget proposals. During a heated full council debate on Tuesday, February 27, opposition members criticised
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Man broke ex-girlfriend’s nose after knocking her out with one punch
A MAN broke his ex-girlfriend’s nose after knocking her out with a single punch in her own home. Mitchell Dyke struck her while she was on her mobile phone to a friend she had called asking her to tell the defendant to leave. The woman’s glasses
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Man jailed for 20 years after raping woman and strangling girl in woodland
A RAPIST humiliated a woman in a “degrading” sexual assault shortly after strangling a 16-year-old girl he took to isolated woodland. John Harding from Newport was told he's a serious threat to young women before being jailed for 20 years at Merthyr
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Title-chasing Newport warned Ponty will be fuelled by revenge in Premiership
By Rob Cole NEWPORT head to Sardis Road tomorrow evening hunting an eighth straight bonus-point win in the Premiership but head coach Ty Morris has warned of a severe Pontypridd backlash. The last time the two teams met at Newport Stadium it
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'Smart' South Wales eatery revealed as new 3 AA Rosette restaurant
A Cardiff-based restaurant has been recognised in the spring update of the AA Rosette Awards 2024. AA has revealed a list of the latest 3 and 4 Rosette restaurants as part of it spring update in what they labelled "recognition of culinary excellence
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County within striking distance of play-offs after mad February in League Two
WALSALL became the fourth team in February to climb into seventh in the congested League Two table on Tuesday night. The Saddlers, who were booed by their own fans when hammered 3-0 by Newport County AFC on February 10, beat Accrington 2-1 to record
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Thousands of farmers attend Senedd protest in Cardiff Bay
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County get their snap back to get fans dreaming again in bonkers League Two
NEWPORT County AFC recorded another big win on the road when outplaying Harrogate in League Two on Tuesday night. The Exiles bossed the game at Wetherby Road to run out 4-1 winners and climb to tenth in the table, just two points off the play-offs
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Four-year deal brings high-end drama production to Wales
More top shows will be produced in Wales over the next four years following a £4m deal between the Welsh Government and Cardiff-based company, Bad Wolf. The agreement - brokered through Creative Wales - will support the production of at least four
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Only Men Aloud to visit Caerphilly borough in first tour in five years
Only Men Aloud, the award-winning male voice choir, have announced their first tour in five years. The group will be performing in Newbridge at the Memo on December 14. Known for their strong vocals, their set will include a range of songs
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Free Newport careers fair to boost job prospects in March
People seeking a new career are being offered a free leg-up, with a careers fair in Newport next month. On March 8 at Rodney Parade, the UK Careers Fair is linking job seekers with local companies from 10am till 2pm. It aims to "bridge the
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Wales Heating Grants - Government funding to upgrade your heating for free
Do you currently have out of date or substandard heating in your property? Apply today for funding to upgrade your heating system for free using the Eco4 Scheme. All you need to do is complete the form at FreeBoilerGrantsUK.com to check if you qualify
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Low- and non- alcohol drinks surge in popularity in Wales
Welsh drinkers lead the UK in the consumption of low and no alcohol products, according to The Portman Group. Its sixth annual survey, in association with YouGov, indicates that 40 per cent of Welsh drinkers also semi-regularly drink low and no-alcohol
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Family fun and fresh food at spring fair in Abergavenny
Abergavenny is set to host a new Spring Food Fair in March. The family-friendly event will be held from 10am-4pm on Saturday, March 9 at the historic St Mary's Priory and Tithe Barn and entry will be free for all attendees. The fair will provide
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Gwent firms given shares of £5.9m in funding to bolster innovation
The Welsh Government has given financial support to several Gwent businesses as part of an initiative to spur innovation, growth, and climate change solutions. More than £5.9m was distributed to more than fifty projects across Wales through the
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Welsh Caerphilly cheese earns protection status in Japan
Welsh Caerphilly cheese has joined a list of around 40 British foods receiving protection against imitation in Japan. As of February 27, 37 Welsh items, including traditional beef, lamb, and Anglesey Sea Salt will also get similar safeguards.
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New chapter begins as Monmouth shop gets new ownership
Spar Monmouth has a new owner. Located on Wonastow Road, within a residential area, the Spar has been serving its community with everyday necessities and postal services for several years. Christie & Co, the business property adviser, announced
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Saint David's Day celebrations to showcase Welsh Lamb in gastropubs
As St David's Day approaches, the Welsh public can expect local gastro pubs to feature sustainably produced Welsh Lamb on their menus. This is due to a targeted marketing campaign by Hybu Cig Cymru - Meat Promotion Wales (HCC). Known traditionally
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Senedd Member demands changes to school holidays are scrapped
MS for South Wales East, Laura Anne Jones, is demanding the reversal of the Welsh Government's proposed changes to the school year. The alterations would cut short the summer holiday, a move widely opposed by Education Unions, Farming Unions, and
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MS criticises Welsh Government apprenticeship funding cuts
Local MS, Laura Anne Jones, criticised economy minister, Vaughan Gething for cutting Apprenticeships funding in Wales despite announcing an additional £5m. Ms Jones said that this is still significantly lower than the £17.5m funds that were previously
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Caerphilly Council pushed to tackle illegal dog breeding
Caerphilly County Borough Council has been urged to follow Carmarthenshire's lead on illegal dog breeding. South Wales East MS Delyth Jewell has asked Caerphilly Council to step up efforts on the issue after it was revealed that the county had
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High child mortality rates in Wales spark call for action
Welsh Liberal Democrats have called on the Welsh Government to address child health inequality in Wales. Public Health Wales reports show child mortality in the country is 70 per cent higher for the most deprived children compared to those less
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Takeaway boss sentenced to community service over health and safety failings
A TAKEAWAY boss was sentenced to community service and ordered to pay nearly £4,000 after admitting a number of health and safety failings at his business. Mohamed Adil, who owns Curry Kitchen on Edlogan Square in the Croesyceiliog area of Cwmbran
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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. JOJO ARTHUR, aged 25, of Llwynu Lane, Abergavenny must pay £398 in a fine, costs and a surcharge for speeding at 60mph in a 50mph zone on the A465 on July 21, 2023. His driving
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Look: Furry and featured friends in our latest gallery of Gwent's glorious pets
EARLIER this month we asked you to send in pictures of your beloved pets - and you delivered by the kennel-load. We published a special supplement last week with all of them in, and we've been publishing them online in the past days.
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Man started drugs line after his own dealers were arrested
A MAN started up his own drugs line after his dealers were arrested. Jonathan Lerry supplied cocaine, amphetamine and cannabis for eight months before his criminal enterprise was shut down by police. Nuhu Gobir, prosecuting, told Newport Crown
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Woman admits causing serious injury to 'well-loved' biker in horrific crash
A WOMAN has admitted causing serious injury by careless driving to a "well-loved" motorcyclist who lost his lower right leg in a horrific crash. Rebecca Jennings, 29, pleaded guilty to injuring Brian Woodley on the A4046 in Ebbw Vale on his 60th
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Driver who has never taken a driving lesson escaped police in high-speed chase
A MAN who evaded capture in a high-speed police chase - despite never having taken a driving lesson - has been banned from getting behind the wheel again. Lyndon Davies, 28, has been sentenced at Cardiff Crown Court for dangerous driving, driving
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County 'different class' in Harrogate as boss hails squad's reaction
MANAGER Graham Coughlan said Newport County AFC were “different class” when beating Harrogate 4-1 in League Two. The Exiles responded to their 3-0 defeat at Milton Keynes Dons by hammering the Sulphurites at Wetherby Road. Top scorer Will Evans