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Brits urged to be aware of the most common times of the week to be scammed
These days we probably all know someone who has been scammed or you may have sadly been a victim yourself. Fraudsters are known to target people on online websites, social media apps or even through phone calls and text messages. But if you
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Missing man found after three day search
POLICE have found a man who was reported as missing over the weekend. Simon Naylor, a 36-year-old from Newport, had last been seen in Williams Close at around 3.35pm on Friday May 10, prompting a desperate search. He was described as of slim
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Welsh pub named best in the county for a pint of cider
A Pembrokeshire pub has been announced best in the county for a pint of cider. The William Owen in Haverfordwest, part of the JD Wetherspoons chain, has been voted County cider Pub of the Year by the Pembrokeshire Branch of the Campaign for Real
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School to expand after new homes put pressure on crowded classrooms
A primary school in Newport will expand into a nearby community centre under plans to welcome 105 more pupils. Three new housing developments in the west of the city will put extra pressure on classroom sizes in schools which are already at capacity
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Homeless hostel plan for former care home a step closer as application submitted
A PLANNING application to use a former care home as homeless accommodation has been made by a council. The Severn View Care home, in Chepstow, closed in March when residents moved to Monmouthshire council’s new 32-bed home at nearby Portskewett
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Tredegar Park Splash pad to return as council confirm site works have begun
Work to improve the play area at Tredegar Park began today, Monday, May 13 and is expected to last up to twelve weeks. In January 2024, Newport City Council announced new plans for Tredegar Park to improve the land for residents and waited for
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Man jailed for at least two-and-a-half years to be released after almost 16 years
A MAN jailed for at least two-and-a-half years will be released from prison almost 16 years later after the Court of Appeal changed his sentence. Leighton Williams was given an open-ended jail term – known as an imprisonment for public protection
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Flooding, golf ball sized hail stones and roads ripped up after epic thunderstorm
South Wales was battered with heavy rain and thunderstorms yesterday, following a yellow weather warning for thunder. As people across Gwent enjoyed the sunshine over the weekend, skies soon darkened and brought heavy rain and thunder which saw
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WHSmith reveals location of next 17 Toys 'R' Us stores opening in the UK
WHSmith has revealed the locations of the next 17 Toys 'R' Us shops to open across the UK. Toys 'R' Us opened its first UK stores in more than six years in 2023 as part of a retail partnership with WHSmith. The toy retailer returned to the
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Meet the South Wales woman with the world's largest Harry Potter collection
South Wales woman Tracey Nicol-Lewis boasts the largest collection of Harry Potter memorabilia in the world. From wands and special edition books to Lego sets and action figures, Mrs Nicol-Lewis - who is based in Bargoed, Caerphilly - has it all
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Can you claim compensation for storm damage? Here's what to do if that happens
When it comes to storm damage, it's not all about electricity and power failures. Many homeowners have to deal with fallen trees and fences, while high winds and falling debris may damage household items or roofs. According to the Met Office
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A48 closed due to an oil spill with motorists asked to avoid area
9:10pm The road is still closed eight hours after the spill. Please visit https://www.southwalesargus.co.uk/ tomorrow
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Pizza Pilgrims to open new pizzeria in South Wales in 2024 - see where and when
Pizza Pilgrims has announced it is expanding into Wales with the chain set to open a pizzeria in Cardiff before the end of the year. Pizza Pilgrims was founded in 2012 by brothers Thom and James Elliott after they quit their jobs to embark on a
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Four Newport eateries given a 5 food hygiene rating in 2024
STUCK for where to eat? Here are four Newport restaurants / eateries given a 5 food hygiene rating in 2024. Bragu Café Bragu Café on Lower Dock Street was awarded top marks on January 10, 2024 in their food hygiene. The team were
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School funding branded 'shameful' as councillors raise serious concerns
FUNDING education properly should be the Welsh Government priority rather than paying for 36 more Senedd Members, a senior Blaenau Gwent councillor has said. The comments were made following a letter being sent by Blaenau Gwent headteachers to
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Critics say new presiding member role is unnecessary and ‘more snouts in the trough’
Councillors in Caerphilly are at odds over creating a new role of presiding member to chair meetings, earning nearly £28,000 a year. The presiding member will take over that function from the mayor, who will instead carry out purely ceremonial
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Get the chance to say that fabled phrase: 'I live in a barn conversion'
YOU could either pretend to be a farmer, or you could be one of the people that gets to say those fabled words: “I live in a barn conversion”. They are the hippest of properties to live in, the merging of country life and modern city living and
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Universal Credit claimants told to act after major change to DWP rules
Universal Credit claimants have been told they may need to look for more work following a change to the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) rules. People in receipt of Universal Credit who work less than 18 hours a week will have to look for
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Who won at the BAFTAs? Full list of all the award winners for 2024
The BAFTA Television Awards returned to our screens last night (May 12) with plenty of actors and celebrities taking home top prizes. The Awards ceremony took place at the Royal Festival Hall in London and comedians Rob Beckett and Romesh Ranganathan
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'I dont want it to die' Man's bid to save the Neon by opening Wrestling academy
A well-known events venue re-opened last week as a wrestling academy for children in Newport. The Neon in Clarance Place, Newport, re-opened on Wednesday, May 1, after it closed in December. The venue closed after a warrant from Police discovered
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Conversation with Tiggy Pettifer at Abergavenny networking evening
Women Who Work in Fieldsports (WWWF) will host an event featuring Tiggy Pettifer in Abergavenny. The In Conversation and Networking evening will be held on June 27. Ms Pettifer, head of fundraising and events at the Atlantic Salmon Trust, will
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All you need to know about ITV's The Fortune Hotel - how to watch and cast list
A “thrilling and high-octane new reality entertainment event” is launching on ITV this week. The Fortune Hotel will invite viewers into a luxury Caribbean resort filled with glamour, opulence and deception. 10 pairs of contestants will arrive
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DWP Universal Credit warning ahead of change next week
Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the bank holidays next weekend. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) who manage benefit payments to eligible claimants do not make payments on bank holidays
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DWP warning to thousands in Wales missing out on up to £900 - are you eligible?
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and UK Government are encouraging people in Wales to check if they are eligible for up to £900 extra a year as part of an increase to State Pensions. More than 630,000 pensioners in Wales are set to benefit
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Missing man from Cwmbran found after two day search
A MAN from Cwmbran who had been reported missing has been found. Bruce Harris, 48, had been reported missing after not being seen since 9:10 am on Friday, May 10. He was last seen wearing a black jacket and blue jeans and was described as 5ft
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Shoppers issued warning as disease-causing bacteria linked to meningitis found
A number of chilled and ready to eat foods have been recalled from UK shops due to the presence of a disease-causing bacteria linked to meningitis. Bread Spread is recalling a number of products due to the presence of the bacteria, known as Listeria
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More heavy rain on the way for South Wales as Met Office issue yellow warning
8:55pm The weather warning for rain is expected to be in place until just before midnight tonight. We will now be
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Dragons down to last 10 but forwards could return for bid to shock the Ospreys
THE Dragons are down to their last fly-half again but have some welcome selection headaches up front as the bid to put an end to the Ospreys’ United Rugby Championship play-off hopes. The Rodney Parade club finish the campaign with a pair of derbies
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The six most polluted areas in Newport revealed
THE SIX most polluted areas in Newport have been revealed. Newport currently has 11 air quality management areas (AQMAs), five of which are about to be revoked having been fully compliant for several years. These five are all centred around motorway
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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. LUKE MAY, 19, of Libeneth Road, Newport was locked up for four months after he pleaded guilty to failing to provide a specimen for analysis at the Grange
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Welcome to the world to these new arrivals
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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Disgusting case of domestic abuse sees woman lose two front teeth
A WOMAN lost two front teeth as her head was slammed into a doorway in a harrowing case of domestic abuse. The brutal attack administered by Christopher Davies, 44, included holding the woman by the hair and punching her in the face five or six
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Welsh rapper hopes music fans 'feel connected' with upcoming album
We recently caught up with Welsh rapper Drew Iain who is gearing up to drop his new mixtape. Born and raised in the village of Gilwern, near Abergavenny, Drew Iain burst onto the music scene as a solo artist when he dropped his debut mixtape A
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Five bedroom home for sale for £1.8m with views of the Celtic Manor Resort
A beautiful five-bedroom home with panoramic views of the country and nine acres of land has been put on the market. Located in Langstone near the Coldra in Newport and iconic Celtic Manor Resort, the home has been listed for sale at a guide price
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CAERPHILLY: ‘Honour and privilege’ for new mayor to serve county borough
Councillor Julian Simmonds has been chosen as the county borough’s mayor for the 2024/25 year. The Labour representative for Crosskeys will take over the role after serving as deputy to outgoing mayor, Cllr Mike Adams. Cllr Simmonds said it
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Man accused of growing cannabis in Gwent village
A MAN has appeared before Newport Magistrates' Court accused of growing cannabis in a Gwent village. Klajdi Musta, 35, of Coed y Brain Road, Llanbradach, Caerphilly is alleged to have produced the class B drug on May 3. The defendant is due