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Newport make it 12 wins on the spin to leapfrog Drovers to top of Premiership
NEWPORT beat title rivals Llandovery to overtake the champions and give themselves a shot at finishing top of the Premiership. The Black and Ambers won their 12th game on the bounce to down the Drovers 24-6 at Spytty Park to go four points clear
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Invitation to bank's governor to visit Islwyn
Most people have heard of the Bank of England, but many might not realise what impact it has on their day to day lives. As the UK’s central bank, many will know the Bank of England issues cash banknotes. This is part of their role in making sure
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Colchester's pitch problems mean County are ready to turn to their bench
NEWPORT County AFC’s bench will be vital on Good Friday because of Colchester United’s struggles with a boggy pitch, believes assistant manager Joe Dunne. The Exiles take on the relegation-threatened U’s in League Two and go from the wind of Barrow
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Review: Bonnie and Clyde, Wales Millennium Centre
Bonnie and Clyde Wales Millennium Centre Cardiff "Another relaxing night of theatre" a man in the crowd remarked, following the unannounced volley of gunfire and flashing white lights that set the show off . The story of Bonnie and
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WATCH: Lightning hits tallest building in Newport and turns off Argus computers
THIS is the moment lightning struck the tallest building in Newport - and shorted the electricity inside Argus towers. David Watts captured the moment an electric bolt hit the top of the Chartist Tower on Upper Dock Street. Lighting bolt
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Emergency services close main road between towns after crash
5:40pm The AA live traffic map shows very heavy congestion on the Heads of the Valleys Road near Rassau. We have asked
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Why do people eat fish on Good Friday? Everything you need to know
Over the course of the Easter weekend, people all across the globe will be marking the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Christ. The celebration is kicked off by Palm Sunday and continues over the course of the Holy Week before ending on Easter
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Looking for the perfect weekend getaway? The best 'indulgent' mini-breaks in Wales
Are you looking for a "luxury" weekend away where you can get away and spoil yourself with a hot spa, five-star restaurant or something cold and fizzy? Perhaps you're looking for a last minute Easter treat this weekend or looking ahead to an upcoming
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Man arrested in connection with death of Gogglebox star George Gilbey
A man has been arrested in connection with the death of Gogglebox and Celebrity Big Brother star George Gilbey. Essex Police was called to a road in Shoeburyness near Southend-on-Sea on Wednesday after reports that a man working had fallen from
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Freddie Flintoff to return to TV for first time since serious Top Gear crash
Andrew “Freddie” Flintoff is returning to TV for the first time following his Top Gear accident. He will return with the second series of BBC One’s cricket documentary, Field of Dreams. Flintoff will go on tour with his young sports team that
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Police discover body in River Ebbw as family of missing man notified
POLICE have notified the family of a missing man after discovering a body in the River Ebbw. The body was found at around 4pm yesterday, March 27. Formal identification is yet to to take place, but Gwent Police have notified the family of Leigh
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Council searches for new tenant of coffee shop it controversially shut down
Caerphilly Council is looking for a new tenant for Coffi Vista, weeks after finalising the controversial decision to close the coffee shop down. An advert with Cardiff-based property firm EJ Hales shows the council is seeking £16,500 in annual
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Pontypool RFC granted freedom of the borough of Torfaen
A Torfaen rugby team has been given the freedom of the borough. Representatives of Pontypool Rugby Football Club congregated at the Pontypool Civic Centre on Wednesday, March 27, to formally accept and sign a scroll enshrining their evolved status
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New location plan for closed Caerphilly borough Post Office
A Post Office in the Caerphilly borough is set to move to a new location. The Phillipstown Post Office, which used to operate from 5 Derlwyn Road, Phillipstown, had to temporarily close its doors in February due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Second dispersal ordered in a week for this Gwent neighbourhood
A SECOND dispersal order in a week has been issued by Gwent Police for a neighbourhood in Newport. A dispersal order on the Bettws Estate in Newport came into effect at 6.40pm on Wednesday 27 March following a spate of anti-social behaviour.
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'That boy can sing', Dante sings in front of 5,000 rugby fans at Dragons game
Raglan schoolboy Dante Valaydon-Pillay sang his heart out for Children in Need at a special half time performance at Rodney Parade in Newport. The 12-year-old South Wales Argus Pride of Gwent award winner was at the stadium for the Dragons vs Vodacom
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'Extremely disheartening:' Café owner speaks out after burglary
AN OWNER of a Newport café has called their attempted burglary 'extremely disheartening.' Horton's, in Millennium Walk, fell victim to an attempted break-in on Tuesday, March 19, between 3.20am and 3.35am. The same night the police received a report
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Bridge from hit drama Sex Education also has a role in protecting area from flooding
A BRIDGE that featured in Netflix series Sex Education will once again play a role in protecting the Wye Valley from flooding. A flood warning system has been housed on the grass verge at the Wireworks Bridge in Tintern since the year 2000 but
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Why there was a large emergency presence in the city centre today
AN INCIDENT prompted a large emergency services presence in Newport city centre today. Gwent Police received a report about the welfare of a woman in High Street, Newport, at around 10.40am today, Thursday March 28. South Wales Fire and Rescue
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Storm experts warn of isolated tornadoes and forked lightning in Gwent
THE UK’S leading tornado research organisation has issued a severe weather forecast with the risk of “isolated tornadoes”. The warning from Tornado & Storm Research Organisation (TORRO) is valid until 8pm tonight, March 28. The affected area
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Woman ‘ruined’ biker’s life in horror crash after cutting corner
A WOMAN “ruined” a biker's life on his 60th birthday in a horror crash after she cut a corner at a junction. Rebecca Jennings, 29, sent Brian Woodley flying through the air when her silver Vauxhall Astra hit him as he was riding a Yamaha motorcycle
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Main bridge closed both ways as crash causing long delays
5:27pm Due to the closure of the M48 bridge and bank holiday traffic, we are seeing severe delays to the T7 service
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You could be fined £100,000 if your smart doorbell is breaking the law - how to check
Millions of homeowners could be accidentally breaking the law, leaving them susceptible to fines of up to £100,000 or even criminal charges. Statistics show that nearly half of British homeowners have some form of surveillance system in place,
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County youngster playing for his future as opportunity knocks in run-in
DEFENDER Harrison Bright is playing for his Newport County AFC future in the League Two run-in ahead of summer talks with boss Graham Coughlan. The 20-year-old from Blaenavon has had to be patient since breaking into the senior squad at Rodney
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What is Maundy Thursday, how is it celebrated and what is Maundy Money?
Today (March 28) marks the fifth day of Holy Week, known as Maundy Thursday. The day, which occurs before Good Friday, commemorates the Last Supper and will be marked by Queen Camilla at the Royal Maundy Service at Worcester Cathedral in 2024,
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Heartbroken mum's horror as driver who killed her two children could walk the streets
A HEARTBROKEN mother has spoken on the 'devastating' news that the van driver who killed her two children in an M4 crash could walk the streets again Rhiannon Lucas, 27, is furious that the man who killed Gracie-Ann, aged four, along with her three-year-old
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Prop to make first Parade start as Wales forwards boost Dragons pack for Zebre
TIGHTHEAD Luke Yendle will make his first Rodney Parade start for the Dragons in their United Rugby Championship basement battle with Zebre Parma. The 23-year-old prop has been promoted to the XV for the Good Friday clash in Newport (kick-off 7.35pm
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Welsh dragon now flying over town's shire hall after dispute over Union Flag
A RETIRED teacher is claiming victory after the red dragon was raised at one of Monmouthshire’s most prominent public buildings and the Union Flag lowered. Peter Williams has been in dispute with the Shire Hall in Monmouth since June last year
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Welsh teacher attacked by pupil receives £150,000 payout for injuries and trauma
A teacher who suffered injuries and psychological trauma was awarded £150,000 in compensation after a pupil assaulted him, union figures show. The teacher, who worked at a school for boys with social, emotional and behavioural issues in Wales,
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'Scared to put rubbish out': Mum takes drastic action against rampant rats in garden
A HORRIFIED mother from Newport has concreted over flowerbeds and stopped her daughter from playing in the garden as she fights a losing battle to ward off rampant rats. Lucy Hennessy, 42, lives on Ben Jonson Way in the Gaer with two of her daughters
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Police launch desperate appeal to find missing man
THE POLICE have launched an appeal to find a missing Newport man with Monmouthshire links. Anthony Gattrell, who has been reported missing, was last seen near Marshfield Street, Newport, at around 7am on Wednesday 27 March. The 61-yera-old
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Tredegar House's Easter trail is set to be an action-packed adventure
TREDEGAR HOUSE in Newport is holding lots of activities at their National Trust Cymru's heritage gardens this week, which means the entire family can get involved this Easter break. As the Easter holidays begin this week (March 25, 2024), one of
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LOOK: Hoggin' 2024 official launch by Caldicot Motorcycle Club in pictures
A BELOVED motorcycle event from Wales has made its big return for 2024. Hoggin' 2024 was officially launched in Aust by Caldicot Motorcycle Club from the big Aust car park near Bristol, with the help of children's charity Gympanzees, who are being
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Drivers warned of £5,000 for travelling with dogs in your car
Drivers could face fines of up to £5,000 if they travel with dogs in the car and breach the Highway Code. The code contains a rule that all pet owners should be aware of if they don’t want to be hit financially. The rule states that pets should
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Incident prompts large emergency services presence in city centre
2:36pm Emergency services leave scene The emergency services have now left the scene. That ends our live blog,
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Wales ring the changes for daunting Six Nations clash with England
WALES have made six changes for the ultimate test in the Women’s Six Nations against England in Bristol. Head coach Ioan Cunningham has freshened up his side for the short trip to Ashton Gate on Saturday (kick-off 4.45pm) after their opening weekend
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South Wales spot named among the best Easter days out in the UK for 2024
An Edwardian botanical garden located in south Wales has been revealed as one of the best Easter days out in the UK. The Times released its top seven best Easter days out in the UK ahead of the annual holiday this weekend. Featuring locations
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Ingle to remain as Wales captain for Euro 2025 qualification campaign
NEW head coach Rhian Wilkinson has confirmed Sophie Ingle will remain as Wales captain for the upcoming Euro 2025 qualification campaign. Wales meet Croatia and Kosovo next month and Chelsea midfielder Ingle leads a 26-strong squad that includes
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Snow falls across Gwent as Easter getaway begins
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Good Friday fixture presents County with tough call after defender's late return
A GOOD Friday fixture presents Newport County AFC with a dilemma as they monitor Matt Baker's workload on his return from international duty. The Exiles travel to Colchester United in League Two (kick-off 3pm) and playing on Friday rather than
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'Massive' young back Westwood has potential to be Dragons' physical 13
DRAGONS boss Dai Flanagan believes ‘massive’ homegrown prospect Joe Westwood showed against the Bulls that he has the physicality to be a big hit at 13. The 20-year-old is poised to be involved again in the Good Friday fixture with fellow United
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Prime Minister recognises teen for hedgehog awareness
A Blaenau Gwent teenager has been given an award by the UK Prime Minister for his work raising awareness of hedgehogs. The 17-year-old founder of 'Hedgehog Aware', Dylan Allman, was recognised on March 27, by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak with his
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Home repair service for Caerphilly residents to be overhauled
Caerphilly Council is planning to reform the way it supports people to repair, maintain or adapt their homes. The local authority offers help to private owners – including private sector landlords and tenants – with property maintenance and improvement
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High street bank closures across Wales to be investigated
The impact of the closure of dozens of high street bank branches in Wales will be investigated by the Welsh Affairs Committee. The committee is launching an inquiry into how declining high street banking services impact vulnerable individuals and
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Cwmbran pupils discover the ins and outs of house building
Cwmbran school pupils were able to learn about building houses with a special visitor. Johanne Jones, apprentice manager for Taylor Wimpey South Wales, recently held an interactive presentation that caught the attention of Maendy Primary School
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Easter joy spread to older adults with children's cards
Easter cheer will be spread to older adults across Newport, Torfaen and Monmouthshire. It came as home care company, Home Instead Newport, Cwmbran, Chepstow, and Monmouthshire partnered with Two Counties Nursery. The children created handmade
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South Wales builder's 15-year streak of customer satisfaction
A south Wales housebuilder has been given a five-star rating for the 15th year in a row. Barratt Homes South Wales has achieved the maximum rating in the latest Home Builders Federation (HBF) annual New Homes Customer Satisfaction Survey. The
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Pet incinerator could yet be coming to Blaenau Gwent after appeal
AN appeal has been lodged with Welsh Government planning inspectors in a bid to overturn Blaenau Gwent planners refusal of allowing a storage building to be used as an animal crematorium. In December 2022 Russell Lloyd had lodged a planning application
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Friends to tackle Welsh peak with paralysed former rugby player
A special fundraising activity will see a group of friends help a wheelchair-bound former rugby player up and down Pen y Fan. The unique endeavour is set to take place on April 6 where Jon Hobbs, accompanied by a group of 28 supporters, will attempt
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Man threatened to send ex-landlady poo during bombardment of menacing emails
A MAN called his ex-landlady “a fat b****” and told her was going to send her poo during a “disgusting” bombardment of offensive and menacing emails. Mitchell Day, 28, from Newport also threatened to pay drug addicts to hurt her and he sent her
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Sunshine or showers in Gwent for Easter? Find out here
SOUTH WALES is set to experience a mix of weather with temperatures as high as 13 degrees as residents prepare for the first long bank holiday weekend of the year. As Easter weekend approaches and clocks are set to go forward on Sunday, March 31
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Inspectors note pupils feel ‘safe from bullying at this Gwent school
PUPILS FEEL ‘safe from bullying’, noted inspectors at a Caerphilly school. Welsh Inspection team Estyn recently visited Newbridge School and have now released a report on their findings. At the secondary school "pupils feel safe and free from
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Welsh apprenticeships take centre stage in discussions
A number of ways that skills gaps could be improved in Wales were discussed at a recent conference. The National Training Federation for Wales (NTFW) conference panel discussed how to create connections between children in primary and secondary
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The K's bring debut album to life with Cardiff performance
Star indie musicians The K's will be coming to Cardiff in April as part of their latest UK tour. The band - James Boyle, Ryan Breslin, Dexter Baker, and Nathan Peers - will perform at the city's Tramshed on April 12. Following the release of
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Rugby sevens event draws together students from ten schools
Schools across Torfaen, Caerphilly, Newport and Blaenau Gwent took part in a rugby sevens tournament in Croesyceiliog. Held last week, it marked the first time the town has hosted a regional schools competition. Ten schools congregated at Croesyceiliog
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Work on agricultural track prompted complaint to council planning department
PLANNERS have approved a 63 metre long agricultural track after hedges were reduced to make way for it. Dr Richard Underwood was given permission for an agricultural barn in a field opposite a house known as The Garth between Sor Bridge and Clomendy
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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. KIAN MEEK, 22, of Valley View Road, Cwmtillery, Abertillery must pay £230 in a fine, costs and a surcharge for speeding at 38mph in a 30mph zone on the A48 SDR in Newport on August
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New research exposes alarming delay in endometriosis diagnosis in Wales
Research in Wales reveals the shocking delay in diagnosing endometriosis now extends to nearly ten years. The study, published by Endometriosis UK, highlights the severity of the situation. To help people navigate the right treatment and care
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Couple could be forced to leave their home in development row
AN appeal has been lodged with Welsh Government planning inspectors against enforcement action that could see a couple in Tredegar forced to leave their home. The appeal against Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council planners is the latest chapter
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We tried afternoon tea and one of the loveliest hotels in Bath
THERE are, for most of us, three types of hotel. There’s the budget chain, where you go when you’re cash-strapped or just want somewhere clean to sleep. Then there’s the city break hotel, somewhere that feels nice and is in a great location for
