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Top 10 cheapest and most expensive cars to insure in 2024
Insuring a car can leave a big dent in your finances so knowing which cars are the cheapest and most expensive to insure, could help you save some money. Driving a car gives us freedom to get out and about whenever we want to but it doesn’t have
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Gwent butchers celebrates 80 years with free food for those who attend
A BUTCHER shop in Gwent is celebrating its 80th birthday with a party buffet for those that attend the celebration. Matthews Family Butchers, located on Newport Road in Cwmcarn, celebrates 80 years in the business on Saturday, May 25, having opened
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Crash leaves 28-year-old man with potentially life-changing injuries
A CRASH in Pontypool has left a 28-year-old man with potentially life-changing injuries. The crash, involving four vehicles, has left a man from Pontypool with serious injuries on Wednesday, May 22 at around 6.30pm. The incident took place
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Kellogg's recalls Corn Flakes product as 'do not eat' warning issued
Kellogg’s is recalling one of its popular cereals because the product is “unsafe to eat”. The cereal giant is recalling its Kellogg’s Corn Flakes Chocolate Flavour because they may contain small hard lumps of food which are unsafe to eat. The
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Police investigating alleged serious assault in shopping centre at weekend
AN INVESTIGATION has been launched following an alleged serious assault in Newport on Saturday morning. Gwent Police have released a 45-year-old man from the Newport area on bail after he was arrested on suspicion of assault. The alleged
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Dragons confirm two coaches are leaving as part of Flanagan's backroom shake-up
THE Dragons have confirmed that forwards coaches Luke Narraway and Mefin Davies are leaving at the end of the season. Head coach Dai Flanagan is shaking up his backroom team this summer with former Ospreys favourite Filo Tiatia arriving as a right-hand
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37-year-old man last seen weeks ago found after police search
A 37-YEAR-OLD man who was last seen weeks ago, has now been found. Christopher Jones, 37, from Gilfach, Caerphilly was described as being around 6ft tall and of medium build. A police spokesperson said: “He was last seen in the south of Caerphilly
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Keeper Townsend back for World Cup qualifiers after making County his priority
NEWPORT County AFC goalkeeper Nick Townsend is back in the Antigua and Barbuda squad after pausing his international career to keep his starting spot at the Exiles. The 29-year-old will feature in the upcoming Concacaf Qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA
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'Urgent need' to publish A40 safety survey after serious crash
A SERIOUS crash at a notorious accident blackspot highlights the “urgent need” to publish a long-awaited road safety study, an MP has said. The A40 at Raglan was closed for more than eight hours on Thursday 16 May after a collision left a man and
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Dramatic photos show car which flipped upside down after a crash
PHOTOS have emerged of a car which flipped upside down after a crash in Newport. The pictures show a car which turned upside down following a crash outside St. John The Baptist Church in Risca Road in Newport . A local source at the scene of
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Family butchers to close this weekend after 35 years in business
A FAMILY-RUN butchers is closing for good this weekend after more than three decades in business. Howard's Butchers, on Commercial Street in Risca, is set to close its doors for the final time on Saturday, May 25. The business was originally
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Former steel industry worker is Newport Lib Dem candidate
The Welsh Liberal Democrats have announced the candidate for Newport East in the General Election. John Miller, a Newport resident and former steel industry salesman, is the selected candidate. Mr Miller has been living in Newport for 15 years
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‘Lost for words:’ Couple's hair salon finalists in national awards
A COUPLE say they are “lost for words” after being named finalists for a national award. Phil Murkin and husband Martin Murkin opened the Hair Lounge at Bensons Court in April 2022. Since opening the business has gone from strength to strength
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Woman arrested for allegedly stealing from shops four times
A WOMAN has been charged with four thefts from shops in Cwmbran. Gwent Police have revealed a woman had been charged with four separate instances of theft from shops. The shops in question are all found in Cwmbran town centre. The police
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Have you found rats in your house or garden? What to do if you see rodents
Have you spotted a rat in your home or garden? The unwanted pests can cause problems and if you’re wondering what to do and who to call to help you remove them, look no further. Rats carry lots of diseases and they can leave a mess behind so you
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Prime Minister in South Wales as General Election campaign begins
RISHI Sunak made South Wales top priority on the first day of campaigning after calling a General Election yesterday. The Prime Minister toured the Vale of Glamorgan brewery at Atlantic Business Park in Barry on Thursday lunchtime. He was
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Traffic chaos as incident leaves motorway closed for hours
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Drug driver had sparks flying from his wheels during police chase
A DRUG driver had sparks flying from his wheels after police used a stinger to deflate his tyres during a chase. Lee Price was nearly four times the driving limit for cocaine when he was pursued on the A467 between Abercarn and the Rogerstone area
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Millions dealing with smart meter faults as customers face shock £1,000 bills
Millions of UK households are missing out on the benefits of a smart meter because of faults or poor service from suppliers, Citizens Advice has warned. Smart Meters are now installed in more than half of British homes, but people are being let
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Voters slam Rishi Sunak after Wales Euro 2024 blunder during South Wales visit
Voters have slammed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak after he asked constituents during a visit to south Wales whether they were looking forward to Euro 2024 despite Wales already being eliminated. After months of speculation, Mr Sunak on Wednesday
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'Brightens up the town:' Successful hairdressers opens in former department store
A SUCCESSFUL hairdressers in Pontypool has expanded and reopened a new larger salon. Owned by Sarah Arandjelovic Cream Hair and Beauty Lounge has been in the heart of Pontnewynydd for 19 years. The salon has reopened on 2A Commercial Street
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New and refurbished play parks to be funded by cash from housing developments
MORE than £400,000 paid by housing developers is to be spent on revamping and creating new play parks and recreation areas in Monmouthshire. The cash has been provided under Section 106 agreements which are legally binding commitments imposed
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Film crews spotted in Newport city centre this morning
A FILM CREW was spotted in the underpass for Kingsway Shopping Centre on Thursday morning. It is the second filming crew spotted in Newport this month alone, it is currently not known what is being filmed by the crew. A reporter at the scene
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Dragons leaver with remarkable record confirms move to English Championship
SEAN Lonsdale is heading to the English Championship with Ealing Trailfinders after two seasons as a dependable and durable constant in the Dragons pack. The 26-year-old flanker/lock will play in England’s second tier for the champions after being
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Wife murderer died of a heart attack two years into sentence, inquest hears
A MURDERER who killed his wife in a horror stabbing attack was found dead in his prison cell just two years into his life sentence, an inquest heard. Retired accountant David Maggs, 73, dialled 999 to confess to killing mother-of-two Linda, 74,
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Springboks powerhouse to miss Wales clash after six-week ban for red card
POWERHOUSE South Africa number eight Jasper Wiese will miss the summer Test against Wales at Twickenham after being red-carded. The strong-running back rower was dismissed in his Leicester farewell against Exeter for dangerously clearing out a
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King and Queen postpone royal engagements due to election but there’s an exception
The royal family has postponed engagements “which may appear to divert attention or distract from the election campaign” following the surprise General Election announcement from Rishi Sunak. King Charles and Queen Camilla sent their “sincere apologies
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Royal Mint reveals rarest and most valuable coins, including 10p, 50p and £2
The Royal Mint in Llantrisant has revealed some of the rarest, and as a result most valuable, coins in circulation today. The rare coins to look out for in your change include a coveted Kew Gardens 50p and a selection of special alphabet 10p coins
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The 2 ‘revolutionary’ foods that will 'change your life' and help you live longer
National Geographic fellow and author Dan Buettner has revealed two "revolutionary" foods to eat that will "change your life" and help you live longer. The Blue Zones founder, explorer and Netflix host is known for sharing tips and tricks on everything
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Pothole damage: Can I claim for damage on my car insurance?
Potholes are one of the biggest annoyances on the roads for UK drivers, not only are they uncomfortable to drive they can often cause serious damage to your car. Driving over a deep pothole, even at a low speed, can cause damage to a vehicle’s
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What causes sepsis? All the people who are more at risk
While you’ve probably heard about sepsis, you might be wondering what causes it. Sepsis can’t be passed on to another person but it is “life-threatening” for those who do develop it. Here’s what we know about sepsis, including what causes it
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Stats show strong-running South African can add a different dimension to Dragons
RANGY winger Chris Hollis can help the Dragons pose more problems in attack, believes boss Dai Flanagan. The South African is with the Rodney Parade club on a short-term contract that is likely to be extended into next season. The 25-year-old
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Teenager's death leads to asthma awareness at Welsh festival
A south Wales festival will be highlighting health advice and what to do for asthma in memory of a teenager. Asthma + Lung UK Cymru and the organisers of In It Together, the country's largest family festival, will be rolling out a range of important
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TfW rail journeys increase by 1.1 million at end of 2023
There was an increase of more than one million people using Transport for Wales trains in 2023. A study by West Somerset Railway analysed fresh data from the Office of Rail and Road 'Passenger rail usage, October to December 2023' report and discovered
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Torfaen primary pupils earn badges for walking to school
Children in Torfaen have been given the chance to earn badges as they walk to school. 10 primary schools in the county have signed up to the Living Streets charity, nicknamed 'Walk Once a Week' - or 'WOW'. The scheme, financially supported by the
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Newport City Homes' resident guide for communal areas
Newport City Homes has highlighted its community standards for how communal areas will be managed. In a guide published for residents, the housing association outlined the services they provide in the communal areas and the standards of service
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Funding available for Newport community-building events
Community groups in Newport can apply for funding to help build resilient communities. Newport City Council is inviting applications from community groups and voluntary sector organisations in the city. The groups can apply for between £500
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Volunteers needed for multi-route charity bike ride
Volunteers are wanted for the annual Dalmatian Charity Fundraising Bike Ride in Newport. The event is set to take place on Saturday, June 8 in Caerleon, Newport. The fundraising occasion is working towards supporting the work of St David's
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Newport firm scoops top travel agent and wedding awards
A Newport company has been named the best travel agent in Wales and wedding and honeymoon travel company in the UK. La Vida Travel triumphed at the Travel Trade Gazette Awards. This is the second successive year La Vida has secured the title
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Pontypool primary wins Silver status for philosophy program
A Pontypool school has become the first Welsh language school in the UK to be awarded Silver status for reflection in education. In addition to the core subjects, Ysgol Panteg Primary school has introduced reasoned thinking as part of their curriculum
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Nominate your eco-heroes for national 'Tidy Wales Awards
People who help to ensure nature thrives in Wales could be nominated for national awards. Keep Wales Tidy's 'Tidy Wales Awards' is set to honour environmental heroes in 2024. The awards, sponsored by Wales & West Housing, date back to 1990
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Blackwood students visit building site for construction day
Caerphilly borough students had an on-site experience at a nearby building site recently. Pupils from Blackwood High School were hosted by leading partnerships developer, Lovell, at Pobl’s Chartist Garden Village development in Pontllanfraith,
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Welsh residents showcase financial resilience, says HSBC
Around three-quarters of people in Wales stay within their budget according to new data. Approximately 69 per cent of the population have good financial resilience, with the ability to live within their means. Furthermore, new data reveals
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Why there was a large emergency presence in the city centre
THERE WAS a large emergency presence in Newport city centre this morning leading many to wonder why. There were two fire engines on Corn Street while two police cars were on Commercial Street with their lights flashing. Gwent Police received
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Volunteers launch SOS as development veers close to historic Severn Princess
Just days before the 65th anniversary of the launch of the Severn Princess ferry, the charity, Severn Princess Preservation Trust (SPPT) have sent out an SOS. Trustees are concerned about plans submitted to Monmouthshire County Council to build
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Drug dealer caught by bouncers taking bags of cocaine into ‘notorious’ nightclub
A DRUG dealer was caught by bouncers taking bags of cocaine into a ‘notorious’ nightclub. Dylan Davies, 21, from Monmouthshire was arrested by police after door staff at Fiction in Swansea city centre searched him at the entrance. Officers
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Early figures show health board could be £60m over budget this year
GWENT’S NHS board is on track to meet its “worst case” planned overspend of £60 million this financial year. That is based on spending during April, the first month of the current financial year, which was around £5m over its planned budget, described
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Luxury Dog Hotel with private suites to open next month
IF YOUR dog needs a holiday, then your pet will be pleased to hear that a Luxury Dog Hotel is to open next month in Cwmbran. Family run business Cwtch Animal Homestay is to open their luxurious dog hotel at the beginning of June. Cwtch Animal
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City council’s new leader ‘elected to the best job in Wales’
Newport Council’s new leader believes he has been “elected to the best job in Wales”. Labour councillor Dimitri Batrouni was chosen to take the top job after winning his party’s leadership contest to replace Jane Mudd. At the city council’s
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Man accused of £5 attempted robbery remanded in custody
A MAN charged with attempted robbery charge was remanded in custody after he appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court. Neil Hughes is accused of trying to rob Allan Brook of £5 on Dickens Drive in the Gaer area of the city last week. The 41-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. KYLE DIXON, 24, of Broadwood Close, Newport was jailed for eight weeks, suspended for 12 months, and banned from driving for 21 months after pleading guilty to riding a motorcycle