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Legend Ingle steps down after nine years as Wales captain
WALES legend Sophie Ingle has stepped down as captain after nine years in the role. The 32-year-old Chelsea midfielder, who has won 136 international caps, led her country in their first match under new manager Rhian Wilkinson, Friday’s 4-0 Euro
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'Not bad for a part-timer!' - Williams in superb final win over O'Sullivan
MARK Williams won seven straight frames as he came from behind to inflict Ronnie O’Sullivan’s first final loss in five years at the Tour Championship in Manchester, winning 10-5. O’Sullivan had recovered from a 3-1 deficit to end the afternoon
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It's been a very busy time for Newport East MP
Thank you to Newport East Falklands veteran, Mike Hermanis, for asking me to join him, along with other ex-servicemen and bereaved family members in Cardiff last month at the first remembrance and reunion event for those who survived and for those
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Risk of high tides could close major road
THE MAIN road through a village in Monmouthshire could be closed this week with high tides due. The A466 travels through the village of Tintern, and could be at risk of some form of flooding if the high tides that are due hit the village.
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Llandaff Cathedral gets a new dean
A NEW dean for Llandaff Cathedral has been announced. Reverend Canon Dr Jason Bray has been appointed to the senior role by the Bishop of Llandaff, Mary Stallard. He is currently vicar of St Giles’ Church in Wrexham, Wales’ largest medieval
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Plan to axe ash trees over fears they could fall and hit neighbours' homes
A HOMEOWNER wants to fell two ash trees in her garden as it’s feared they could fall and hit neighbouring homes. Sarah Rayner has asked Torfaen council for permission to chop down the two trees in the garden of her home at The Park in Blaenavon
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Ask the editor: Subscribers' questions answered
We gave our digital subscribers the chance to me ask anything. We had some great questions and below are the answers... Why having purchased a subscription am I still bombarded with Google adverts which cannot be deleted no matter how many times
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Urgent witness appeal after crash leaves woman with life-threatening injuries
AN URGENT appeal for witnesses has been launched after a woman was left with life-threatening injuries following an incident late on Friday night. South Wales Police are calling for anyone with information about a single-car crash on Swansea Road
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Villagers fear travellers' digging could trigger new Aberfan disaster
RESIDENTS of a village fear another Aberfan disaster could be triggered after a group of travellers began digging into a hillside near their homes. More than 1,000 people have already signed a local petition calling for the work to be stopped
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What's on offer at new container-style market that's just opened in Gwent?
AFTER months of delays, the eagerly anticipated Ffos Caerffili finally flung open its doors to the public at 9am on Friday, April 5. While there was a major buzz of excitement in the air, what businesses and traders are actually there? The
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The 2 South Wales villages named among the poshest in Britain
Two south Wales villages have been revealed among the poshest in Britain. The Telegraph, with the help of Savills, has released a list revealing the top 48 poshest villages in Britain. The list looks at desirable villages, based on the combination
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See all the areas where dogs will be banned from if council agrees new controls
NEW powers being considered by a Gwent council could see dogs banned from some parks or have to be kept on a lead. The new restrictions would see dogs banned from nearly all marked sports pitches in Monmouthshire, school grounds and play areas
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Museum celebrates its 75th anniversary with birthday event
CHEPSTOW Museum celebrates its 75th anniversary this week. The museum was opened by the Chepstow Society which was set up to establish a museum in the town. Ivor Waters, a local historian and a respected teacher in Chepstow at the time, established
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These are five of the best pubs in one Gwent county according to TripAdvisor
WHO doesn't love a good pub? Here at the Argus we certainly do, so we're taking a look at five of the best pubs in each of our local authorities. This time, it's Torfaen county. The Crows Nest Located on Llangorse Road, Llanyrafon
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Flood fears as alerts issued for Rivers Wye and Monnow
SOME areas of Wales could be at risk of flooding over the next couple of days. Natural Resources Wales have issued a total of four flood alerts this weekend, including one for the Rivers Wye and Monnow in Monmouthshire. The warnings are expected
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Strong winds from 'hazardous' storm close M48 Severn Bridge
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Ebbw secure third place as Pooler keep alive hopes of sneaking into play-offs
EBBW Vale booked their place in the Indigo Premiership play-offs after beating Aberavon 41-8 at Eugene Cross Park to cement third spot with two games to spare. The Steelmen went into the game only needing a point from their last three matches to
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Police hunting wanted man over assault, threats to kill and prison recall
POLICE are hunting a wanted man who has been recalled to prison. They would also like to speak to Lewis Holton from Newbridge about offences that include assault and threats to kill. The 24-year-old is from the Pantside area of his hometown
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County risk tainting season if they don't fight for three Parade games on spin
NEWPORT County AFC’s slump continued with a 1-0 defeat at relegation-threatened Grimsby Town in League Two on Saturday. The Exiles lost their fourth game on the spin after Danny Rose profited from a defensive mix-up in the 33rd minute at Blundell
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Blaina edged out in dramatic Division Three Cup final at Principality Stadium
BLAINA suffered despair at Principality Stadium after being edged out 24-21 by Cardiff Quins in the final of the Division Three Cup. Blaina outscored the club of the late Vernon Pugh, the former chairman of the WRU and what is now World Rugby,
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Newport Saracens in tribute to Tucker as they lift cup at Principality Stadium
Newport Saracens had pledged to give everything in their Division Four Cup final clash for colleague Dale Tucker, who died earlier this season, and skipper John Lavender admitted Tonna took his side to the limit before they came through in a see-saw
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Police continue hunt for convicted killer on the run
POLICE continue to hunt a wanted convicted killer. Shaun Walker, 29, from Newport has been recalled to prison and the public are warned not to approach him. If you see him you are urged to call 999. Scrap metal dealer Walker was locked
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The five dogs looking for forever homes at Many Tears Animal Rescue
HERE is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes. If you think you would be able to rehome one of them go to www.manytearsrescue.org/ for full contact details and to find out more. Or telephone
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Man found under the influence of drugs while in charge of a car at supermarket
A MAN was found under the influence of drugs while he was in charge of a car in a supermarket car park. Mark Williams, 37, pleaded guilty to the offence after being arrested in a Vauxhall Corsa at Morrisons in the Rogerstone area of Newport.
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Second back garden extension for end of terrace home approved
PLANNERS have given permission for an additional extension to be built alongside an existing one at the back of a terraced house. Tom Cox applied to Torfaen Borough Council for planning permission for an infill extension in the back garden of
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Drug dealing couple caught running profitable enterprise in their hometown
A DRUG dealing couple were caught supplying cannabis in their hometown after police raided their homes. Jonathon Wilkins and Ceri Cotton were found with the class B drug at their separate addresses in Abergavenny, prosecutor Matthew Cobbe told
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Children's nursery wants to use outbuilding on its lawn for 'quiet office space'
A CHILREN’S nursery wants to place an outbuilding, to be used as an office, on part of its lawn. In an application to Torfaen Borough Council for planning permission Liz Mcnamara, of Bellvue Nursery in Old Cwmbran, said the outbuilding is intended
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Meet the two 'sweetheart' dogs looking for a home to see out their final days
Sometimes, the story behind a dog’s move to an animal rescue centre can be completely heartbreaking. That is the case with Barley and Bean, two dogs who are now looking for their final home together after a very tough life. Bean, a 13-year-old
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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. MOHAMMED ABBAS, 24, of Vivian Road, Newport was banned from driving for 16 months after he pleaded guilty to drug driving with a cannabis derivative in his blood on Lower Dock Street
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Police attend iftar event at Newport mosque
A WOMEN'S group in Newport held a Ramadan iftar night and invited local police officers to show their appreciation for the work they do in the community. The Welsh Sisters Circle, a community-based group in Newport, hosted an iftar night at Al-Taqwa