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How much does it cost to buy or renew a passport? Full list of prices
Do you need a new passport this year? Booking a trip abroad will require a valid passport so it’s worth checking the expiry date. If you’ve never had a passport or need to renew one, there’s a cost to it and knowing how much it will set you back
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Business expo coming to Abergavenny's market hall
BUSINESSES and organisations are invited to exhibit at a business expo in Monmouthshire this month. The ‘Expo Wales - Monmouthshire’ showcase will be held in Abergavenny Market Hall with the aim of bringing together businesses of all sizes from
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Business confidence in Wales has risen
Business confidence in Wales rose four points during March to 29 per cent, as hiring intentions climbed to a five-month high, according to the latest Business Barometer from Lloyds Bank Commercial Banking. Although firms’ optimism in the economy
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Kilsby Williams continues to grow with new appointments
Tax and accountancy specialist Kilsby Williams has strengthened its business services and tax teams as the Newport-based firm continues to grow. Ken Vargis has been appointed as a manager in Kilsby Williams’ business services team. An assurance
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I've let County down by failing in bid for play-offs - emotional boss Coughlan
NEWPORT County AFC manager Graham Coughlan said he has ‘let a lot of people down’ after coming up short in a bid for the League Two play-offs. The Exiles hopes of a late surge for the top seven were all but ended by a 4-0 hammering by Crawley at
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These are the dates an artisan market will return to Gwent town centre
AN ARTISAN market held in a town centre has had dates for returns later this year confirmed by the organisers. Cwmbran Artisan Markets are held in Monmouth Square, part of the Cwmbran Centre, now known as M Cwmbran, and are organised by Torfaen
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Five-year-old child taken to hospital after air ambulance lands in city
A FIVE-YEAR-OLD child has been taken to hospital following worrying scenes of two air ambulances landing in a park in Newport. Witnesses reported seeing an air ambulance landing in Lysaghts Park, just off Corporation Road in the city, around 12.30pm
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Flat County suffer third defeat on spin as Crawley cruise to 4-0 win at Parade
NEWPORT County AFC lost three games on the spin for the first time under Graham Coughlan after a nightmare start and a 4-0 hammering by League Two play-off hopefuls Crawley Town. The Reds took the lead inside the first minute at Rodney Parade through
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Urgent road closure in part of Gwent that will last for a week
A KEY road in a village in Caerphilly county borough is now closed for a week. Pengam Road in the village of Gelligaer is closed until next Monday, April 8, with the road planned to be reopened by 5.30pm that day. According to Dwr Cymru
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'Had goose bumps:' Gwent council celebrates after winning best-in-Wales award
PONTYPOOL Community Council has a reason to celebrate after winning three awards at the One Voice Wales Awards. The council won Best Annual Report in Wales and was commended for its new website and the Myfanwy Haycock Poetry Trail. Leader of
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Police hunting wanted man who has been recalled to prison
POLICE are hunting a wanted man who has been recalled to prison. Crimestoppers have launched an appeal to find Tom Doku, 48, from Tredegar. “He was released from prison with specific conditions to obey and has failed to do so therefore he needs
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Pensioners receive £900 increase - everything you need to know
Pensioners will see their state pension increase by up to £900 from this month, as an announcement made at last year’s autumn statement comes into effect. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt confirmed that the triple lock on pensions would be honoured, with
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Gwent wildlife group finally free bird caught up in a fishing lure for weeks
A BIRD at the lakes in Abertillery can finally move its leg with ease, as a fishing lure had been caught in its leg for weeks, said wildlife group. Gwent-based animal sanctuary Socelex teamed up with Swan Rescue South Wales to rescue a coot (a
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When are my bins being collected? Easter bin collections throughout Gwent
THE EASTER holidays for many of us mean staying at home and seeing our bins filled with extra food and chocolate egg packaging in the last few days. For others, who may have taken the opportunity to get away for a long weekend, it is still helpful
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The time of day you're most likely to be burgled according to a security expert
A security expert has revealed the time of day that you're most likely to be burgled. New data from the Office for National Statistics has revealed that a home in the UK will have been burgled by the time you finish reading this. In fact, one
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Garden experts share 7 tips for keeping rats out of your garden
Rats and other rodents roaming around our homes and gardens are less than ideal but how can we keep them away? Gardening experts are warning homeowners to protect their homes from rats who will be looking to find warmth during the cold winter temperatures
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Why police closed a lane in these tunnels this morning
THE POLICE closed a lane along the Newport M4 this morning. Due to stalled vehicle on the M4 Westbound from J25A to J26 causing lane one (of two) in the Brynglas Tunnel to be closed at around 8am this morning. Gwent Police attended the breakdown
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AS IT HAPPENED: County v Crawley - Visitors crush Exiles 4-0 at Parade
6:21pm Right, thanks for following. Plenty more stuff going up online tomorrow. A tough afternoon but chin up.
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Two air ambulances land in city park as crews spotted rushing to incident
5:25pm We are now closing the live blog, thank you for following.
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Letter: Does new transport minister raise hopes of Severnside link road?
Comments from new transport secretary Ken Skates (Argus March 26), raise hopes that residents of Severnside may find some relief from traffic problems. Hopefully his "listening philosophy"’ will help him to see that building a link road between
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These 5 dogs are looking for forever homes this Easter
Here is a selection of dogs from Hope Rescue which are looking for a loving home. If you can give a Hope dog a home, visit www.hoperescue.org.uk/adopt to find out more. If you are unable to adopt a dog at the moment but would still like to
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Urgent recall issued for Magnum Classic Ice Cream over 'presence of metal'
An urgent recall has been issued by Unilever for Magnum Classic Ice Cream after the "possible presence of metal" makes the "product unsafe to eat." In a statement shared by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), customers affected have been told: "Unilever
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This Gwent man is running the London Marathon to help older people
Alex Thomas, 29, from Caerphilly, will be running the London Marathon in aid Independent Age, a national charity which supports older people living in financial hardship. Alex, a community occupational therapist, has referred many of his older
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A40 closed after serious crash affect all traffic into west Wales
Police are warning of bank holiday traffic disruption today (Monday, April 1) following a major road closure on the A40 near Carmarthen. The A40 between St Clears and Carmarthen is currently closed in both directions after a crash which took place
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It wasn't pretty or perfect, but win has given Dragons a vital lift for run-in
THE Dragons have had enough post-mortems after narrow defeats and demoralising drubbings this season, so captain Steff Hughes is relishing the prospect of sifting through their issues after a hard-earned victory. The Rodney Parade club climbed
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Pontypool keep the heat on Cardiff in race for play-offs with home win
PONTYPOOL stayed in the race for a play-off place in the Indigo Premiership as Pontypridd fell by the wayside. A 39-14 win at home over a stubborn Bridgend side means Leighton Jones’ men are still in touch with Ebbw Vale and Cardiff as they fight
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DWP Universal Credit payments increase this week - what you will get
Millions of Universal Credit claimants will see an increase in their payments from the Department for Work and Pensions. Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced that DWP Universal Credit payments would be rising in the new financial year during 2023’s
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Police at scene as lane closed on main road
10:17am That ends our live blog, thank you for following along. 9:
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'Don't limp over line' - County boss rallies injury-hit squad for a final push
GRAHAM Coughlan has demanded that Newport County AFC don’t ‘limp over the line’ as they prepare to host Crawley on Monday afternoon. The Exiles will try to pass last season’s tally of 57 points and avoid a hat-trick of defeats by beating the Reds
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Aldi insider reveals secrets you need to know to get the best Specialbuys deals
An Aldi insider going by the name of Dylan Reviews on TikTok has revealed the secret top tips savvy shoppers need to be aware of to score the best Specialbuys deals. The store employee, who has over 212K followers on the popular social media platform
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A big welcome to these three new babies
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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Newport death notices and funeral announcements from the South Wales Argus
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, our death notice pages will remain online as a lasting tribute to the memory
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New care home opens and promises 'best possible care'
A NEW care home has opened in Monmouthshire which will provide the "best possible care" for 32 people living with dementia. Severn View Park Care Home in Portskewett aims to “innovate” the delivery of dementia care with a bespoke environmental
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'It’s something that creeps up on you': Radio presenter struck by crippling disorder
BELOVED radio presenter Huw Williams was diagnosed with a rare muscular disorder, days before his performance in front of legendary Bruce Springsteen. Now he's getting ready to play at the Tredegar House Folk Festival in Newport. Huw Williams,
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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 and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court. MOLLY HANNAH GRAY, 27, of Aberthaw Close, Newport was banned from driving for six months for failing to give information relating to the identification
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Woman admits animal cruelty offences against dogs
A WOMAN has been banned from keeping dogs for 10 years after she admitted animal cruelty offences. Alyshia Diana Elizebeth Taylor, 24, from Newport was handed a suspended prison sentence after pleading guilty to causing unnecessary suffering to
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Over 20% of children in Newport face poverty and lack money to buy essentials
NEW DATA reveals that child poverty rates in areas of Wales have dropped since 2022 but are still higher than they were in 2015. The data on children in low income families, released by the DWP (Department for Work and Pensions) showed that 23.8
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Man in court after being charged over alleged XL Bully attack
A MAN has appeared in court after being charged over an alleged XL Bully attack in Gwent. Lewis Williams, 22, is accused of being the owner/person in charge of a dog which caused injury after being dangerously out of control in Ebbw Vale.
