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Ebbw passed character test ahead of play-offs with win out west - boss Strange
EBBW Vale boss Jason Strange declared that his young squad had passed their character test after battling to a hard-earned 28-24 Premiership win at Carmarthen Quins. The Steelmen had to dig deep to take the spoils out in horrendous conditions out
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Police issue launch to locate drivers involved in a crash on the A465
An appeal for witnesses has been launched following a crash on the A465 near Abergavenny on Tuesday afternoon. Gwent Police are asking drivers of the vehicles involved and motorists travelling on the A465 at Llanvihangel Crucorney between 4:10
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Boss braced for tough play-off selections as Newport aim to bring up century
NEWPORT aim to bring up a century in the Premiership this weekend - and then leave head coach Ty Morris with some selection headaches for the play-offs. The Black and Ambers finish the regular season by welcoming Bridgend to Spytty Park on Saturday
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County could be forced to play top scorer at left-back against Tranmere livewire
NEWPORT County AFC top scorer Will Evans could be pressed into emergency action as a left-back on Saturday against a Tranmere dangerman in the running for League Two’s young player of the season. The Exiles’ problems deepened on Tuesday night when
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Heavy M4 congestion causing delays of up to eleven minutes
7:06pm Good Night, Thats it from us! As traffic congestion as eased and the roads look cleat, there is nothing
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Greggs giving away free breakfast butties for one day only this week - how to claim
Greggs has teamed up with Capital Breakfast to launch a brand new breakfast butty called "The Jordan" which will be available for a limited time only this week. "The Jordan" is inspired by new Capital presenter Jordan North and his ultimate breakfast
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Van seized and man arrested over drug and driving offences
OFFICERS from Gwent Police operating in Torfaen were able to make an arrest for drug and driving offences on Wednesday. According to a post shared to the official Gwent Police Operations and Support X, formerly Twitter, account just before 7pm
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Wales rugby star due in court accused of failing to identify driver of his car
A WALES rugby star has been accused of failing to identify the driver of his SUV. Willis Halaholo, 33, faces an allegation of failing to identify the driver of a Land Rover Discovery. South Wales Police say the vehicle was clocked speeding
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£50m investment into valleys economy will 'invigorate growth' in the region
THE RECENT announcement of a £50 million investment programme from the UK Government to support the economic growth of businesses in the northern valleys of South East Wales has drawn positive reactions from opposition politicians. The investment
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Police dog retires after years of loyal service sniffing out city drug traffickers
PD Ralf is retiring after five years of service to the community of Gwent. Ralf joined the service in 2019.He is of Cocker Spaniel breed who was trained to detect cash and firearms. Ralf has been known for showing up with different hairstyles
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Blackwood ex-military club broken into in early hours of Wednesday
A LOCAL ex-military servicemen and women's club was allegedly broken into in the early hours of Wednesday morning. According to a post shared on the club's official Facebook page just after 2.30pm on Wednesday, April 10, the break-in happened
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Woman and two men in court to face cocaine dealing charges
A WOMAN and two men have been charged with cocaine trafficking offences. Billie Joy, 27, Grant Evans, 32, and James Hallett, 33, appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court to face various allegations. Joy, of Twmpath Road, Abersychan, Pontypool
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Police seize vehicles in Newport and Torfaen after drivers caught breaking the law
Police have seized a number of vehicles in Gwent this week while using Party to Crime tactics. In Torfaen, one person was arrested yesterday, Wednesday, April 10 and had their van seized for having no licence or insurance. Gwent Police revealed
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Tata steelworkers in Llanwern and Port Talbot set for historic strike action
MORE THAN 1,000 steelworkers based across Llanwern in Newport and Port Talbot have voted to strike against the shutdown plans. Around 1,500 Tata steelworkers based in Port Talbot and Newport Llanwern have voted decisively for industrial action
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Coco the husky is looking for love
Coco is a Siberian Husky who is looking for a new home. He was born in January 2012 and is currently being looked after at All Creatures Great and Small Animal Sanctuary, near Ponthir, where he arrived in March 2024. A spokesman for the sanctuary
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J. K. Rowling says she will not forgive Emma Watson in explosive Twitter rant
Harry Potter author J. K. Rowling has hit out at her former wizard franchise stars Daniel Radcliffe and Emma Watson over their stance on trans rights. Rowling openly hit out at the pair in the wake of a landmark review into gender treatment in
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Priests voice concerns over harsh penalties for homeless
Religious leaders have expressed concerns at the 'disproportionate' punishments that could be given to homeless people under a new law. The law contains measures to repeal the Vagrancy Act 1824 and replace it with new regulations targeting rough
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Royal Mint announces brand new 50p coin to mark D-Day landings anniversary
A new coin will be produced to mark the 80 years since the D-Day landings, the Royal Mint has said. The design of the “tails” or reverse side of the 50p coin will be unveiled ahead of the anniversary on June 6. On June 6 1944, in Operation
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Dependable Dragons back eyeing a century after signing new two-year deal
DRAGONS fly-half/full-back Angus O’Brien is eyeing a century of appearances for the club after signing a new two-year deal. The 29-year-old from Caerleon has endured a frustrating campaign after suffering a broken arm at Munster in November then
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Powerhouse Wales prop aims to repeat 2023 heroics after recall to face Irish
PROP Sisilia Tuipulotu returns to Wales’ starting line-up for the bid to get the Six Nations campaign up and running in Ireland. Ioan Cunningham’s side are hunting their first win of the tournament after a frustrating narrow loss to Scotland in
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Dog owners warned of potentially toxic substance on Pembrokeshire beaches
Dog walkers are being warned to be vigilant on Pembrokeshire beaches following a palm oil alert from the county council. The waxy substance could prove toxic to dogs if consumed, and last June, a three-year-old dog was reported to have died after
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Flood alerts still active for Gwent estuaries
AFTER many days of being battered by storms and heavy rain, it is no surprise that Wales has had flood alerts and warnings active for much of this week. While the majority of alerts have now been dropped, there are still two estuaries in south
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National Trust commits to protecting Tredegar House after damages
NATIONAL Trust Cymru has committed to protecting a special building in Newport following a spate of damage to the site. Tredegar House in Newport is seen as a beloved heritage site in South Wales and had sadly fallen victim to some petty crime
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Gwent to finally see warmer weather as UK braces itself for a mini heatwave
AFTER so many weeks of being battered by storms of wind and rain, it looks like things are finally heating up across Gwent. Here's a look at the forecast heading towards the weekend. According to the Met Office, this afternoon will see some
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LOOK: Pupils from Torfaen celebrate St David's Day in style
LAST month school children across Gwent celebrated St David's Day with dressing up and eisteddfods. We ask schools to share pictures of this special day and today we feature Griffithstown Primary School and Blaenavon Heritage VC Primary School.
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Plots of land on a scenic canal are up for auction
ADJACENT plots of land backing onto the scenic Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal could provide the perfect location to build a pair of stylish dream homes. What's more much of the paperwork has been completed as the land comes with full planning permission
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Thief stole £1,800 of goods from supermarkets during shoplifting spree
A THIEF who stole £1,800 worth of goods – mostly alcohol – from supermarkets during a shoplifting spree has been jailed. One-man crime wave Kyle Jones targeted Asda and B&M stores in Newport no fewer than 14 times between February 21 and April
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Claim police manager allowed to work despite sexual misconduct complaint
NEW claims of sexual misconduct at Gwent Police strengthen the case for its new chief to be appointed from outside the force, it has been claimed. According to BBC Wales a senior civilian manager at the force was allowed to remain in his job for
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Ely murder victim named with emotional family-led tribute
THE VICTIM of an alleged murder in the Ely area of Cardiff over the weekend has been named. The 48-year-old victim from Sunday night's incident has been named as Colin Richards from the Grangetown area. Emergency services responded to reports
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The simple tip that could save you £50 a year on your car insurance
Drivers are being alerted to a top tip that could save them up to £46 on their annual car insurance bill. Rather than paying their premium in monthly instalments, paying it off in one annual bulk payment could save UK motorists £46 a year, research
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The top 10 best dog walks in South Wales from Skirrid Fawr to the Wye Valley
Are you looking for a nice walk to do with your four-legged friend? From Skirrid Fawr to the Wye Valley, south Wales is blessed with a range of picturesque spots to take your dog out for a walk. But with so many fantastic dog-friendly walks
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How Gwent teenager's bravery has earned a chance with County in the run-in
NEWPORT County AFC’s games against Grimsby and Accrington Stanley were ones that most are keen to forget but ‘brave’ Jac Norris will always fondly remember the defeats. The teenage midfielder, who came through Cwmbran Celtic’s youth set-up, was
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Trainer Williams hoping Chepstow will toast a Welsh success at Aintree
IF Kitty’s Light wins the Grand National on Saturday, then the biggest roars outside of Aintree will be heard at Chepstow Racecourse. The popular Christian Williams would be the toast of Chepstow if he manages to become the first Welsh trainer
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Britain 'flooded' by fake Royal Mail stamps from China - how many are printed?
Britain is allegedly being “flooded” with counterfeit Royal Mail stamps from China, according to a newspaper investigation. Sources close to Royal Mail said fakes from the Asian country were causing a rise in complaints that stamps bought from
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Vet tells dog owners to keep pets away from puddles
While Spring is very much here, so too is the continued rain that plagued the UK for much of the winter. With that in mind, vets have issued a warning to dog owners telling them to keep their pups away from puddles. While rain itself isn’t
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Important passport rules warning issued to travellers as prices increase
The cost of renewing a UK passport is set to increase this week, rising by more than 7 per cent. The cost of online applications made within the UK for people aged 16 and above will increase from £82.50 to £88.50 under new proposals. Passport
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The promotion and relegation issues as County wait to discover League Two rivals
NEWPORT County AFC are now mathematically guaranteed to be in League Two next season after Tuesday's 3-1 defeat to Accrington Stanley. The Exiles' slim play-off hopes had already realistically been killed off and now the highest they can finish
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Join Newport's Heart Fitness Group for healthy body and heart
People in Newport recovering from a range of conditions and operations can join a special fitness club. The Heart Fitness Group is broadening its scope to aid patients recovering from orthopaedic surgery, hips, knees, respiratory issues, osteoporosis
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Easter play sessions delight over 1,000 Torfaen children
More than 1,000 children took part in Easter play sessions in Torfaen. The half-term events were organised by Torfaen Council’s play service, hosting a series of play and wellbeing camps. These events, held across numerous schools in the borough
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Tories call for parent inclusion in child gender identity discussions
The Welsh Government must adopt recommendations from the Cass Report on children and gender identity, according to the Welsh Conservatives. Laura Anne Jones MS, Welsh Conservative shadow education minister highlighted the crucial role of parents
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Welsh homebuyer demand hits near three-year high
Homebuyer demand in Wales hit a nearly three-year high last month, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). The Residential Market Survey indicated that the rate of new properties listed for sale was high, boosting hopes
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Online mental health platform expands in south Wales
An online mental health service in Gwent has expanded across south Wales. The service is called Silvercloud, and to date, it's been used by the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board and Powys Teaching Health Board. Now, for the first time,
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Prolonged waiting times for outpatient eye appointments leads to risk
The Welsh Conservatives have said that the number of patients potentially at risk of irreversible eye damage is an 'abysmal failure.' This is in response to the latest eye care waiting times for Welsh NHS outpatients, which reveals that 51.4 per
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Vaping trend among Welsh youth focus of anti-vaping campaign
A campaign has been launched in Wales to warn young people of the dangers of vaping. The initiative introduces a fresh visual aesthetic on its messaging, leveraging the bright colours and fruit flavours commonly utilized in vape device marketing
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Plasterer runs Newport 10K in tribute to late twin brother
A Bristol man will be taking on the ABP Newport 10K in memory of his brother. Gary Stretton, a plasterer, is participating in the event to honour his twin brother Steve who took his own life in September. In addition to paying tribute to his
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New Highland calf at Noah's Ark zoo farm steals hearts
A zoo farm has welcomed a new addition in the form of a Highland calf! Hamish, an adorable calf, has joined the Noah's Ark Zoo Farm in North Somerset. The charming baby has been stealing hearts with his distinctive shaggy coat. Farm section
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Welsh Tories warn of 'two-tier' system with four-day work week
The Welsh Conservatives have said that the four day working week could create a 'two tier' system of work because it could not be rolled out in all sectors. Joel James MS, shadow minister for social partnership, said: "The major problem of the
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Chepstow school appoints a new headteacher for September
A Chepstow school will have a new headteacher for the next school year. Dean Close St John’s School has announced the appointment of Tom Rainer as headteacher from September 2024. Mr Rainer comes with a rich background in both education and
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Former advisor to Obama calls for Welsh health service waste cut
An advisor to a former United States president has spoken on the importance of reducing waste in Wales. This comes as 20 per cent of global health and care funds are wasted, prompting a pressing discussion on cutting waste in Welsh health and care
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Newport's spice lovers reveal top curry houses in city
Newport has a number of places where you can get a curry, so we asked our readers to tell us what their favourite curry house is. Readers gave us a range of options in the city centre and surrounding areas. The South Wales Argus reported that
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Road safety push in Newport targets young drivers
Young people in Newport are being encouraged to improve their safety when driving by taking on the Pass Plus course. Offered to drivers aged 17 to 25 who recently passed their driving test, Pass Plus Cymru is a driving training course focusing
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Residents voices heard for Newport housing associations merge
Residents from two of Newport's housing associations have met as part of merger talks. The Voices engagement group from Melin Homes and the Scrutiny Partnership from Newport City Homes (NCH) met to discuss the process and its impact on the associations
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Wales' transport secretary invited to visit one of most congested roads in region
Chepstow has long suffered from bad traffic congestion on the High Beech roundabout for years with no current plans for traffic improvements. At a public meeting in January 2020, it was announced that work to improve traffic flow at the High
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Man found not guilty of rape after prosecution offer no evidence against him
A MAN has been cleared of rape after the prosecution offered no evidence against him. Lewis Parsons, 20, from Cwmbran had been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in the town in June 2021. A not guilty verdict was directed by the Recorder
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Bungling criminals caught by police dog hiding in a bush
TWO criminals trying to burgle people's homes were caught hiding in a bush after they were tracked down by a police dog and its handler. Jay Jones and Jack Heard had attempted to get into their victims’ addresses by trying front door handles at
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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. CHELSEA JENNICK, 20, of Bryn Deri, Ebbw Vale must pay £1,014 in a fine, costs and a surcharge for driving without insurance on King Street, Nantyglo on September 13, 2023. Her
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'Screeching u-turn' claim as council leader defends much criticised milk contract
A COUNCIL has been accused of a “screeching u-turn” over a milk contract awarded to a firm more than 100 miles away. But Monmouthshire council leader Mary Ann Brocklesby, who was appearing before councillors at a pre-arranged meeting to discuss
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Man pleads guilty to growing drugs in Gwent village
A MAN has pleaded guilty to growing cannabis plants in a Gwent village. Naim Ruci, 50, admitted producing the class B drug at an address in Marine Street, Cwm, near Ebbw Vale on March 11. The defendant appeared at Newport Crown Court where
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Family rescue octopus from Welsh beach with inventive use of a dog lead
A Malpas family have had to do an inventive animal rescue using a dog lead after finding an Octopus on a North Wales beach. Idris Lumb, 10, was with his dad, Lee on the beach in Llandudno when they came across an unusual shape on the beach and