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There is nothing dignified about animal trophy hunting
THERE is nothing dignified about animal trophy hunting. That is why I spoke from the Labour frontbench in Parliament about the importance of finally passing legislation to ban the importation of these so-called trophies to the UK. The innocent
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The controversial history of the Millennium Centre as it marks 20 years
THIS year marks the 20th anniversary of the opening of the Wales Millennium Centre in Cardiff Bay, which has since welcomed 30 million visitors through its doors. Despite weathering various economic challenges throughout the past two decades, including
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Time to start planning for a picnic - here's some great places to go in Gwent
As the weather hopefully starts getting better with us heading out of winter, it is time to dust off your picnic basket and start planning to get out for some al fresco eating. Across the five boroughs of Gwent, there are plenty of places which
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Green light for Blue Brick Building barn conversion
THE conversion of a traditional barn in the open countryside near Abergavenny has been given the green light by planners. David Addams-Williams applied for permission to turn the redundant Blue Brick Building off Parc Road in Llangybi into a
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Man accused of strangling ex-girlfriend to go on trial
A MAN is to go on trial after he denied strangling his ex-girlfriend and engaging in controlling/coercive behaviour against her. Laszlo Magasparti, 40, of Corporation Road, Newport pleaded not guilty to both charges. The prosecution claims
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Revealed: This is what to expect at return of popular folk festival
A fabulous folk festival is set to return to the parkland surrounding an iconic house. Tredegar House Folk Festival is returning to Newport on May 10, 11 and 12 (Friday – Sunday) with an array of free and ticketed events including performances,
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This section of M4 closed for essential maintenance
A SECTION of the M4 is set to be closed for maintenance. Junction 23 at Rogiet and Junction 22 at Pilning will be closed overnight for essential bridge maintenance. 🚧Roadworks🚧 📍#M4 eastbound between J23 Rogiet & J22 Pilning
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These 8 dogs are looking for forever homes from Hope Rescue
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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New nursery to open in city school where pupil numbers have fallen dramatically
A NEW nursery will open at a Newport primary school in September, in a shake-up which will also cut 63 pupil places from classrooms. The number of children attending Malpas Church in Wales (CIW) Primary has been decreasing over the past five years
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Emergency services at the scene of a crash
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Police warn of traffic delays due to lane closure on A449 in Usk
3:44pm Goodbye Thank you for following our live blog, the incident is now cleared and there is nothing further to
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LOOK: Distinctive Art Deco home with cinema room and pool back on the market
LOOKING for a special home with that unique quality can be a challenge, particularly if you want a property that is one of a kind. However, sometimes, there is a type of home that is so special that it can make all kinds of property buyers stop
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Top places for ice cream in Newport
WITH the weather looking like it's improving, we've taken a look at some of the best places to get an ice cream in Newport. Kaspa's Desserts Location: 137 Commercial St, Kingsway Centre, Newport NP20 1LN Opening times: 12pm-11pm Monday
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Gwent council signs major aerosol recycling contract as new laws come into place
ONE OF Gwent's local authorities has signed a aerosol recycling contract worth around £400,000. Blaenau Gwent Council has joined Powys County Council in signed a new five-year agreement totalling £400,000 for the safe collection and recycling
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Bride to be opens 'one-stop shop' for weddings on a budget
A BRIDE-to-be has opened her own budget wedding dress store. Beth Evans, 23, is Cwmbran-born and raised, originally opened Once Upon a Budget in Bedwas in February this year before moving to Cwmbran on March 1, 2024. Once Upon a Budget offers
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New high street flats plan gets the thumbs-up
A shop owner has secured planning permission to build new flats in Blackwood’s High Street. Stephen Bourne-Smith, who owns the Regenerate shop on the ground floor of the property, can now convert the upper floors from a storage area into accommodation
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Rhiw Syr Dafydd Primary School praised for prioritising wellbeing by Estyn
A PRIMARY school has received a glowing inspection report from Estyn that noted the focus on wellbeing and safeguarding. The watchdog said Rhiw Syr Dafydd Primary School, in Oakdale, had created an environment where the “wellbeing and safeguarding
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Watch: Dangerous driver reverses into front of parked taxi narrowly missing man
This is the shocking moment when a local gardener reverses into the front of a parked taxi following a confrontation with the driver. Charlotte Finley, 37, had already reversed twice into the vehicle which was parked behind hers outside a shop
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Young lads provide some cheer as struggling County count down to summer
NEWPORT County AFC are unable to shift momentum in the League Two run-in after being condemned to a sixth straight loss by Tranmere Rovers. The Exiles, as they did in the midweek defeat to Accrington, hit the front at Rodney Parade thanks to a
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'I've got to look at myself' - Boss believes he's still the right man for County
GRAHAM Coughlan is confident he is the right man to take Newport County AFC forward despite the manager questioning himself because of an ‘unacceptable’ six-game losing streak. The Exiles were on the fringes of the play-offs at the end of March
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Waitrose issues urgent recall for olives over fears of possible glass presence
Waitrose has issued an urgent food recall for one of its olive products over fears of possible glass contamination, making the affected items unsafe to eat. The warning is in place for the brand's 'Pitted Spanish Queen Olives' with those who have
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Colin Smith: Newport boy's parents discover doctor ignored own rules in BBC show
THE PARENTS OF a Newport boy who died of AIDS after being given an infected blood clotting agent product have discovered how a doctor ignored their own rules. In the latest episode of BBC Wales Investigates – broadcasting on BBC One Wales on Monday
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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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Newport death notices and funeral announcements
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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Cheese admits supplying heroin and cocaine in city
A MAN has admitted supplying heroin and cocaine in Newport. Callum Cheese, of Cormorant Way, Duffryn, pleaded guilty to two charges at Newport Crown Court on April 9. One charge was for being concerned in the supply of cocaine and the other
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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. JOSHUA HATFIELD, 23, of Temperance Hill, Risca must pay £630 in a fine, costs and a surcharge for speeding at 70mph in 50mph zone on the A467 in Newport between the Morrisons and Pye
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Family's joy at daughter's delight with specially adapted trike
A FAMILY from is celebrating the newfound freedom and independence of their daughter thanks to a specially adapted trike. The Burkedin family is revelling in the joy a specially adapted trike is bringing to their four-year-old daughter Abi-Rose
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Catchment area at this primary school changes
THREE Monmouthshire villages will have a school in the county designated as their local school for the first time. At present, the local school for youngsters in the villages of Tredunnock, Llandegveth and Llanhennock is the Charles Williams Church
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Man spat at police after being arrested for shoplifting in city centre
A MAN has been jailed after he assaulted police officers following his arrest for shoplifting. Raymond Olsen, 38, was caught stealing razors worth £43.96 from Boots on Commercial Street in Newport city centre on April 2. After he was taken