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Newport win at a canter in Pontypridd to keep heat on Premiership leaders
NEWPORT RFC made it eight bonus-point wins on the spin when cruising to victory against Pontypridd in the Premiership. The Black and Ambers won 45-10 at Sardis Road on Thursday evening to close the gap to leaders Llandovery to 10 points with a
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South Wales chippy recognised among the best at National Fish and Chip Awards
A Cardiff-based chippy has been recognised at The National Fish and Chip Awards 2024. The 2024 awards were held on Wednesday (February 28) celebrating "excellence throughout the fish and chip industry". Businesses across the UK have undergone
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Missing man last seen in Gilwern now found
A MAN who had last been seen near Gilwern has been found by police. 46-year-old Christopher Harris had been reported as missing on Tuesday, February 27, having not been seen since 9.30am that morning, near Dan Y Bryn in Gilwern. Police were
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Leisure centre closed for almost a month set to reopen tomorrow
THE LEISURE centre in a small town in Caerphilly county is set to reopen its swimming pool and changing rooms to the public tomorrow, Friday, March 1. Bedwas Leisure Centre has been closed for almost a month after it was revealed that "essential
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Dragons boss knows underperforming ‘sleeping giant’ must get set-up right - Gatland
WALES boss Warren Gatland believes the Dragons are a “sleeping giant” who can make strides if they get their set-up right. Gatland said ahead of the Six Nations defeat to Ireland that Welsh professional rugby feels like a “sinking ship” and that
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New hourly rate for council's lowest paid staff to be introduced from April
THE 300 lowest paid staff in a Gwent council are to earn £12 an hour from April this year. The rate is in line with that set by the independent Living Wage Foundation, and is 56 pence more an hour than what the legal minimum National Living Wage
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Inside former much-loved shop as work begins on new store
WORK HAS begun on a former much-loved store in Newport city centre. Shaws the Drapers, which sold curtains and home goods, sadly closed stores across the UK after entering liquidation in December 2022. The family run store was more than 100 years
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Sainsbury's to axe 1500 jobs in the UK in effort to cut costs
Sainsbury’s has announced it will cut around 1500 jobs across stores in the UK in an effort to cut costs by around £1 billion a year. The supermarket giant said it would look to cut roles in its contact centre in Widnes, in Cheshire, at its in-store
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This busy Gwent road will be closed next week for work to remove diseased trees
A ROAD in Torfaen is set to be closed temporarily for the next couple of weeks to allow tree removal work to continue. Torfaen County Borough Council have confirmed that Foundry Road in Abersychan will be closed for a short period each day over
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First minister didn't expect to be in charge of Wales lockdown, inquiry told
The First Minister of Wales believed the UK Government would be in charge of the country’s pandemic response until just days before the first lockdown, an inquiry has heard. Mark Drakeford, the outgoing leader of the Senedd, was under the impression
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Cod-gratulations: Gwent family chippy crowned the best in the UK
Cod-gratulations are in order as a family run Caerphilly chippy has been crowned the best in the UK. Dreams really do come true as Ship Deck in Trethomas took home the Takeaway of the Year prize at the National Fish and Chip Awards beating competition
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Discount retailer Aldi could offer 40 jobs with application for Co-op store
AN AWARD-WINNING discount food retailer is applying to open a new food store in the village of Nelson. Popular budget supermarket giant Aldi is bringing forward a planning application for a new food store on Mafon Road, Nelson, Treharris, CF46
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'I could see the hate' - County striker Bogle after being victim of racist abuse
NEWPORT County AFC striker Omar Bogle believes being subjected to racist abuse at Gillingham laid bare the challenges still facing football. A Gills fan, who has autism and dyspraxia, was this week given 40 hours of community service and ordered
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The double-chasing Gwent club hunting Principality Stadium final after total rebuild
JASON Strange believes Ebbw Vale are reaping the rewards of a total rebuild as the Steelmen attempt to earn a first Principality Stadium final. Only one team will be left chasing a league and cup double after the meeting between Ebbw and Llandovery
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A48 St Mellons crash: Seven officers under investigation for conduct
SEVEN serving police officers from Gwent Police are under investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) for their conduct after a group of young people were reported missing and later found in a fatal crash on the A48 near St Mellons
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Firm fined £300,000 after father-of-two tragically killed at work
A RECYCLING company has been fined £300,000 after a father-of-two was killed at work. Anthony Bilton from Barry died when he was run over from behind by a Volvo shovel loader at Atlantic Recycling Limited’s Atlantic Ecopark site in Cardiff.
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The areas paying the most and least council tax in Torfaen this year revealed
THERE will be a difference of £67 between the most and least expensive council tax bills in Torfaen this year. The borough council has agreed its budget for the 2024/25 financial year, which includes a 4.95 per cent increase on the amount charged
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'We have no dentist:' City dental surgery closing its doors today
A DENTAL surgery in Newport is to close today leaving patients 'with no dentist.' Bupa Dental Care Gaer in Gaer Road took the "very difficult decision" to close today, Thursday, February 29. Patients of the practice received letters confirming
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Three puppies rescued from illegal puppy traders have found their forever homes
THREE puppies rescued by the RSPCA from illegal puppy traders have now found their forever homes. Twenty-one dogs were seized by Gwent Police back in 2020, with some of those rescued found in poor health and were kept in inappropriate conditions
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Senedd refuses to back law banning councils from boycotting nations on moral grounds
THE Senedd voted to withhold its consent to an “ill-conceived” UK bill amid concerns it amounts to a gagging order and rides roughshod over rights to freedom of speech. Rebecca Evans criticised the Economic Activities of Public Bodies (Overseas
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Britain's first leap year quadruplets celebrate birthday in Gwent
Britain's first leap year quadruplets are celebrating their 'third' birthday this week in Chepstow- 12 years after birth. Reuben, Samuel, Zachary and Joshua Robbins were all born within six minutes of each other on February 29, 2012. They celebrate
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Community launch recipe book celebrating their diversity through food, poetry and art
A NEW community recipe book launched this week, showing the diversity and culture within one Newport area, with case studies, artwork, and poems written by children in a local school for an added zing. 'A Taste of Maindee' recipe book launched
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Café going from strength to strength can now serve a cocktail thanks to licence
A CAFÉ in Cwmbran, named after the owner’s son, is to start serving alcohol. Shauna Richards and Daniel Laws opened Tommy's Café in Llantarnam Road on Sunday, November 27 2022 and since then the business has gone from strength to strength.
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Council leader slams ‘inadequate’ Westminster funding as ‘raw deal’ for Wales
RISHI Sunak’s government’s funding for councils is “utterly inadequate” and “a raw deal for the people of Wales”, the leader of Caerphilly Council has said. Sean Morgan decried Westminster’s funding settlement to the Welsh Government – which is
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Wales legend Harries to have one last game before hanging up boots
WALES great Sioned Harris will have one last hurrah on Sunday before retiring from rugby. The 34-year-old won 78 caps and played in four World Cups, with her final Test match being at the WXV1 tournament in 2023. Harries’ farewell appearance
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Hairy Biker Si King 'devastated' over loss of 'brother' Dave Myers
Si King has paid an emotional tribute to Dave Myers following his death at the age of 66, saying he was "devastated". Myers found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He was born in Barrow-in-Furness
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers' emotional final TV appearance before death, aged 66
Hairy Biker Dave Myers was seen in an emotional final TV appearance with friend Si King just days before he died, aged 66. The TV chef passed away on February 28 following a battle with cancer, according to a statement from his co-star Si King
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Yellow weather warning issued for South Wales with rain set to cause disruptions
A yellow weather warning has been issued for south Wales with rain expected to cause disruptions on Friday (March 1). The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning due to rain which will be in place across most of Wales on Friday from 12am to
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Dragons hopeful of new deal with Basham despite problem of Wales pecking order
THE Dragons are hopeful that talented back rower Taine Basham will sign a new deal to hit the next level at Rodney Parade despite English interest. The 24-year-old from Talywain will start the United Rugby Championship game at Ulster on Saturday
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Heavy snow forecast for these Gwent towns tonight
HEAVY SNOW is forecast for some areas across South Wales tonight. Ebbw Vale could wake up to a white St David’s Day with the snow set to start in the town at 4am tomorrow morning until 6pm in the evening. The town has a 90% chance of seeing
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Hairy Biker Dave Myers dies aged 66, co star announces
TV chef and one half of the Hairy Bikers, Dave Myers has died 66, his co star and “best friend” Si King announced. He found fame alongside King, his friend of 30 years, as part of the motorcycle-riding cooking duo. He reached new fans in 2013
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County on brink of rapid half-century in season that is surpassing expectations
NEWPORT County AFC are contenders for the League Two play-offs but manager Graham Coughlan prefers to focus on his magical 50-point mark. The Exiles boss has consistently rebuffed talk of the top seven and stressed the first target is a half-century
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Dragons boosted by Wales ace Basham as boss hunts short-term signing for Ulster
THE Dragons will be able to field a back row of specialists at Ulster after Wales released Taine Basham from their Six Nations squad for game time, with boss Dai Flanagan also set to bring in a short-term signing. Basham came off the bench to win
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Exit ramp closed on main road causing severe congestion
11:08am Traffic has now returned to normal levels. That ends our live blog, thank you for following along.
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I tried Aldi’s YSL skincare dupe and it gave my skin the perfect nights sleep
For fans of all things beauty and skincare, wanting to splash out cash on big-name brands like Lancome or Estee Lauder (YSL) is a constant thought. Although in today’s cost of living crisis, spending upwards of £50 on a pot of moisturiser is a
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17 homes bought by council to aid homelessness problem
To combat housing issues, Caerphilly County Borough Council is purchasing private properties to provide for families at risk of homelessness. So far, the Council has bought and refurbished 17 homes through funding from the Welsh Government's Transitional
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Welsh statistics show drop in cancer death rates
Cancer death rates in Wales have declined by more than 16 per cent between 2002 and 2022, according to official Public Health Wales statistics. The findings indicate that the age-adjusted mortality rate has decreased. Despite this, a ‘deprivation
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Run 4 Wales chooses MND Association as charity of the year
Run 4 Wales will be backing Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association research, naming it as 2024's charity of the year. Committed to supporting those living with the condition, the event organisers aim to help the charity inch closer to a cure.
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Aldi teases middle aisle treasures coming to UK stores in March
Aldi adds new and returning items to its middle aisle twice a week and as we prepare for March, here are a few things customers can find at the supermarket. From Easter decorations to beauty and skincare products, there’s plenty to look forward
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Chase pledges support for Wales' football over a four-year period
Chase has become the Official Banking Partner of all four Men’s, Women’s, Youth and Para Welsh Teams. The digital bank will be working with these teams across a four-year period, with their logo visible on the Welsh National Team training kits.
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All-Wales choir raises £14,000 for crucial air ambulance service
An all-Wales choir has raised £14,000 to support the Wales Air Ambulance. The not-for-profit group, Choirs for Good, consists of 12 choirs with a total of 450 members spread across the country. The funds were raised through more than 120 performances
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Royal Welsh Agricultural Society celebrates 120 years of history
The Royal Welsh Agricultural Society (RWAS) marked its 120th anniversary with an event at the Houses of Parliament on February 26. The meeting room where RWAS was formed 120 years ago hosted members and guests as they celebrated the organisation's
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Crisis as thousands in Wales urgently need debt help, reveals report
More than 300,000 people in Wales urgently need debt advice and a further half a million are financially precariously placed, according to the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS). The research reveals approximately 36 per cent of Wales' population
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Veezu becomes official ride partner for major Newport sports teams
Private hire technology brand Veezu has announced partnerships with both Newport County AFC and Dragons RFC as their official ride partner. The agreement will see Veezu facilitating 'safe, reliable and convenient' travel for fans to and from the
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Stagecoach South Wales network changes
In December 2023, the local authorities required all bus operators in Wales to complete a full tender exercise ahead of post-COVID government support ending on 31 March 2024. This enabled Welsh government and the local authorities to review the
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‘Possessed’ man attacked neighbour after kicking his door in
A ‘POSSESSED’ man beat up his neighbour after kicking his door in. Well-built Michael Hill repeatedly punched and kicked Jamie Lewis when he was on the floor at the flats where they had lived in Tredegar. The 49-year-old beat up his victim
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Man jailed for driving while disqualified and drink-driving
A MAN has been jailed after he was caught driving while disqualified and drink-driving when he was more than twice over the limit. Liam Collins, 35, from Blaenavon was arrested on the A4042 in Newport on Saturday, February 24, the city’s magistrates
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Look: Fur, feathers, manes, and shells in our latest gallery of your beloved pets
WHEN we asked you to send in pictures of your beloved pets for Love Your Pet Day earlier this month, we weren't ready for the absolute flood of pictures which came in. We published them all in a supplement in the Argus last week - and we've been
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Bid to restore miners' institute to former glory helped by £92k cash windfall
A CHARITY in Cefn Fforest, in the Caerphilly county borough, is celebrating after receiving a large amount of funding from the National Lottery for their restoration project. The Cefn Fforest Miners' Institute will use the money to restore the
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Dad with cancer is half way through Welsh costal walk - has already raised £700k
A PENARTH dad-of-two who was diagnosed with incurable and inoperable lung cancer has reached the half way point of his Wales Coastal Path challenge - and has raised an incredible £700,000. Craig Maxwell is 13 days into his 26-day challenge - and
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Man accused of animal cruelty by masturbating dog appears in court
A MAN has appeared in court after being charged with animal cruelty by performing a sex act on a dog. Jayden Bruton, 19, from Newport is accused of causing unnecessary suffering to the animal by allegedly being “observed on a video clip masturbating
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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. SASHA VAUGHAN, 22, of Station Street, Pentwyn-mawr, Caerphilly must pay £146 in a fine, costs and a surcharge for driving when using a hand-held mobile telephone on Newbridge Road,
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Olympic sprinter from Newport caught speeding
A RETIRED Olympic sprinter from Gwent has been caught speeding. Jamie Baulch, 50, from Newport, who won a silver medal with the Great Britain team in the 4x400 relay at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta, broke the law in Cardiff. He was recorded