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30-year-old man wanted after fatal car crash left a woman dead
POLICE are appealing for more information on the whereabouts of a 30-year-old man who was involved in a fatal crash in April, following the tragic death of a woman in her 20s. South Wales Police are on the hunt for 30-year-old Cameron Jones, who
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Clouds of smoke seen from across the channel as blaze engulfs Evri depot
THICK clouds of smoke were seen coming from a warehouse in Avonmouth earlier today, visible from across the Bristol Channel in Penarth. A huge blaze along with thick clouds of black smoke could be seen from across the Bristol Channel as a warehouse
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'Rolls Royce' Wales star Faletau set to return after six months on sidelines
LEGENDARY Wales number eight Taulupe Faletau is set to return after six months on the sidelines in Cardiff’s Friday night clash with Ulster. The 33-year-old back row forward suffered a broken arm in the World Cup win against Georgia in October
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Woman says allegation she attacked girl with candlestick is ‘absurd’
A WOMAN says an allegation she seriously assaulted a schoolgirl with a candlestick is “absurd”. Aneliese Buchanan is accused of causing grievous bodily harm with intent to the alleged victim by leaving her with a gash on the top of her head.
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Artisan specialist food shop named as finalist in Wales Food and Drink Awards 2024
AN artisan bakery in Caerleon has been named as one of the finalists in their category at the Wales Food and Drink Awards 2024. The Village is one of five finalists to have made the shortlist for Artisan Bakery of the Year at the awards.
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'I felt so sad and angry,' victim describes impact of paedophile's sick abuse
A CHILD closed herself off from friends and family, and would punch walls in her room in an uncontrolled reaction to the abuse inflicted on her. In a heart-breaking statement, despite her suffering, the victim still had the presence of mind to
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New 60-home energy efficient development completed
A 60-home development has finally been completed in Croespenmaen, near Crumlin. The Ton-Y-Felin affordable development has been completed by housing association Pobl. The development, which has been in the works since planning permission
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Tata Steel warns of plans to withhold redundancy packages if worker strike goes ahead
WORKERS at Tata Steel have been warned about their historic plans to strike over shutdown plans. The firm has announced it will without a "significantly enhanced" redundancy package if the workers proceed with their planned strike. The strikes
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'I can't see Daddy': Heartbreaking final words of boy who died of AIDS at seven
THE PARENTS of a young boy who died of AIDS at just seven years old after being given infected blood have opened up about his heartbreaking final words in a BBC documentary. Colin and Janet Smith, from Newport, lost their son Colin in 1990 after
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These roads will be closed in Newport from tomorrow
A NUMBER of Newport roads are to be closed from tomorrow. Newport City Council has enforced a road closure on Gilfach Lane from the junction with Whitebrook Lane to the junction with Myndd Alltir-Fach Lane. The roads will be closed from 8am
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Gwent council's standards chief quits £268 a day role in row over his independence
THE chairman of a council committee that polices the conduct of councillors has quit – amid claims his independence has been “undermined”. Richard Stow resigned from his position as the independent chairman of Monmouthshire County Council’s standards
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'She's a little star' - new BGT series to feature singer who could be 'next Adele'
Britain's Got Talent (BGT) judge Amanda Holden believes the new series of the show may have unearthed the next Adele. BGT returns to TV screens on Saturday (April 20) for a 17th series. The judging panel of Holden, Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon
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Man jailed for nine years wanted in prison recall
A CAERPHILLY man who was jailed for nine years is wanted by the police in a prison recall. The force are appealing for information to locate Joshua Soal, from Crosskeys area. Soal,30, received a prison sentence of nine years for robbery at
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'Do not eat': Asda issues warning to customers over 'unsafe to eat' product
Asda is recalling one of its products which are “unsafe to eat”, warning customers to return them to supermarkets for a full refund. The Asda Succulent Cooked and Peeled King Prawns have been recalled due to a labelling error which sows an incorrect
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I'm a pharmacist: It is 'vital' you take your hay fever meds at this time of day
A pharmacist has shared one night-time tip that hay fever sufferers should be doing before they go to bed. If you suffer from hay fever, you're already all too familiar with the sneezing, the itchy eyes and runny nose. You'll also be aware
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Promising Dragons playmaker named-checked by Gatland signs new two-year deal
PLAYMAKER Will Reed has signed a new two-year deal with the Dragons and intends to “kick on” after a season of regular rugby. The 22-year-old from Cwmbran, who was name-checked by Wales boss Warren Gatland at the start of the season, will be at
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Wasteland behind houses to be used by 'no-dig' gardeners to grow fruit and veg
A COUPLE have been given permission to use an area of overgrown wasteland behind residential houses as a plot for growing fruit and vegetables. David and Julianne Hughes, who describe themselves as “organic, no-dig gardeners” who shun the use
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Man appears in court charged with sexual assault and false imprisonment
A MAN has appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court charged with sexual assault and false imprisonment. Lewis Holton, 24, from Newbridge is also accused of intentional strangulation, threats to kill, assault occasioning actual bodily harm and assault
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Cost of burying loved one in Gwent borough increases for first time in four years
BURIAL and other cemetery fees in Torfaen have increased this month for the first time in four years. According to Torfaen Borough Council figures the cost of it delivering cemetery services more than doubled, from £52,678 in 2021/22, to £116,101
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Opening of city bus station remains unconfirmed
An opening date for Cardiff’s new bus station remains unconfirmed but an announcement is expected “in the coming weeks”. Transport for Wales (TfW) said earlier this year that the bus station will open in spring 2024. The new building at Central
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Flats plan for town centre offices approved for a second time
PERMISSION has been given for a second time to convert offices above a former dental surgery in the centre of Pontypool to flats. A change of use application, from office to residential, for the George Street Dental Surgery at 28 George Street
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LOOK: ‘150 vehicles on fire’ during huge blaze at scrapyard
There were "150 vehicles on fire" at a Pembrokeshire scrapyard yesterday, according to the fire service. Fire crews from across Pembrokeshire were called to tackle a blaze at Waterston Industrial Estate in Milford Haven at 11.09am. The fire
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One taken to hospital and man arrested after crash between van and lorry
A MAN has been arrested for multiple driving offences after a crash that left one person in hospital. A van and a lorry collided on the A449 between Usk and Raglan on Saturday, April 13. Police held back traffic on a section of the road causing
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Aldi reveals how you can clean your home for less than £1 with essential hack
A TikTok 'cleaninfluncer' has revealed how you can clean an entire home by spending less than £1. Kayleigh Tenant known for her cleaning tips and tricks has more than 2.2 million TikTok followers and helps viewers clean their homes in affordable
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County hoping history will repeat with Jephcott following the Telford goal trail
NEWPORT County AFC will hope that history repeats after striker Luke Jephcott declared next season is when he will be at his best. The Exiles made a permanent signing in January 2021 to boost their League Two promotion push but he turned out to
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Elderly woman suffers life changing injuries after being hit by a car
AN ELDERLY woman has suffered life changing injuries after being hit by a car in a Monmouthshire car park. Paramedics from the Welsh Ambulance Service and Gwent Police officers attended a crash in the car park next to Gray Hill Surgery, Caldicot
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Spot South Wales in new series of Josh Widdicombe and Nish Kumar's show
South Wales is set to feature on the new series of Hold The Front Page with comedians Josh Widdicombe and Nish Kumar which launches in April. The show follows the pair as they travel across the UK working at local newspapers, trying to find stories
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Aldi reveals how you can clean your home for less than £1 with essential hack
A TikTok 'cleaninfluncer' has revealed how you can clean an entire home by spending less than £1. Kayleigh Tenant known for her cleaning tips and tricks has more than 2.2 million TikTok followers and helps viewers clean their homes in affordable
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Is it illegal to take waste out of a skip? The law you should know on skip diving
Before you go 'dumpster diving', here is whether you could get in trouble for taking stuff from a skip. 'One man's trash is another man's treasure' is a cliché for a reason but put into practice by skip diving could get you into trouble.
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New drivers should be banned from carrying passengers, the AA warns
Putting limits on what new drivers are allowed to do on roads will reduce “needless deaths”, ministers have been told. The AA said preventing new drivers from carrying passengers of similar age for at least six months after passing their test will
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See all the upcoming events at Catbrook Hall
Here's what's going on at Catbrook Hall in Chepstow in the coming weeks. Catbrook resident Tracey Beal is stepping in to conduct yoga sessions on Thursday, April 18. Tracey fills the slot for Sarah Chatterton during her sabbatical. Providing
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Enhance your gardening skills with two Gwent workshops
Gardeners can learn more about how to make the most of their space with two Gwent workshops. The Gwent National Garden Scheme has partnered with horticultural experts to host two exclusive workshops this April. The events are held in private
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Here's when Newport residents' heating and hot water will be off
A number of Newport residents will be without some services such as heating and hot water over the next month. This is due to the final stages of the Duffryn District Heat Network Replacement Project. The project requires switching the heating
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Newport junior football kit to be unveiled on special day
There will be a special unveiling of a Newport football club's junior kit on May 4. Newport Corinthians FC Grassroots Junior Kit Carnival Day, coincides with Jack Ritter Memorial Day, and promises a joyous occasion. The day's events will include
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Give a helping hand to survey endangered water voles
Nature lovers across Wales are being asked to help monitor an endangered animal. The People’s Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) has been rallying volunteers from Wales, England and Scotland to monitor water voles, whose populations have shockingly
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New group CEO appointed in Newport housing merger
A group chief executive has been appointed for the proposed merger between two Newport housing associations. Five months ago, Melin Homes and Newport City Homes (NCH) revealed plans to merge. Now, the appointed group chief executive officer
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HMRC issues important Child Benefit reminder following April changes
HMRC has issued an important message to anyone who is eligible for Child Benefit payments. The Child Benefit payment amount recently increased, with families with one child will now able to receive £1,331 per year, and HMRC are urging families
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New advisory group sets focus on tackling bovine TB in Wales
A bovine TB working group will be meeting for the first time this week. The Bovine TB Technical Advisory Group (TAG), introduced by Huw Irranca-Davies MS, cabinet secretary for climate change and rural affairs, will hold its first session on Wednesday
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Union urges Welsh PCCs to tackle surge in retail crime
The police and crime commissioners in Wales must make retail crime a priority, says a workers' union. The retail industry is seeking commitment from candidates in the upcoming Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) elections on May 2 to three pledges
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Malpas resident celebrates £1,000 win in hospice lottery
The winners of the St David's Hospice weekly lottery have been revealed. The top prize of £1,000 went to ticket 27808 from Malpas, Newport on April 12. The second prize (£500) was claimed by ticket 33779, from Ringland, and the third prize
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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. AVRON ROULSTONE, 46, of Winifred Terrace, Cwmtillery, Abertillery must play £100 in a fine and a surcharge for speeding at 55mph in a 40mph zone on the A467 in Blaina on September
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£2 cheapest-yet coach tickets from Newport to London this week
A NEWPORT travel company has announced their new cheapest-yet coach tickets for as little as a couple of quid this week, to mark their UK anniversary. FlixBus, a bus operator which runs coach services across Wales, England and Scotland, has recently
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'Great sadness:' Restaurant known for its fresh ingredients announces closure
A NEWPORT restaurant known for its fresh ingredient's has announced their sad closure. The Nook in Rogerstone opened three and half years ago and in that time the eatery put themselves on the culinary map by providing high-quality Welsh ingredients
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Final chance to register in next month's elections
A DEADLINE to vote for a new commissioner to oversee the police force in your area is looming. Anyone wanting to vote in the Police and Crime Commissioner elections that are taking place across Wales, who hasn’t yet registered, must do so by 11.59pm
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Store owner and post mistress retires after 40 years in business
A CONVENIENCE store owner has retired after four decades in the industry. Lynn Hobbs, who ran the convenience store for 40 years, and has been the store's in-office postmistresses for the last 10 years, has now handed over the reins after running
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Builders in court accused of fraud and unfair trading
TWO builders have appeared at Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court accused of fraud and unfair trading offences in the Blackwood area. Thomas Barnard, 32, and Carly Jayne Prosser, 34, of TC Building & Landscaping each face 12 charges. They relate to
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Disabled pensioner left 'crying her eyes out' over 'atrocious' treatment by taxi firm
A WOMAN from Cwmbran has called a local taxi service "absolutely atrocious" when it comes to picking up disabled customers or those in a wheelchair. Michele Griffiths, 66, lives in Cwmbran and has recently had her leg amputated. The distressed