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RAF pilot who died in Spitfire crash is named
THE Royal Air Force pilot who died in a Spitfire crash near RAF Coningsby has been named as Mark Long. Police and emergency services rushed to the scene on Langrick Road in Lincolnshire just before 1.20pm on Saturday. The Spitfire of the Battle
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Body found in search for missing South Wales man
A BODY has been found in the search for a man missing in the River Wye. Police were called at around 6.35pm on Monday 20 May, with a report that 20-year-old Jake Jones from Sedbury in Chepstow had entered the river near Tutshill and had not resurfaced
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Recap: Road closed for almost three hours in crash incident
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More info wanted on increase in demand for additional learning at school
FURTHER detail on the financial implications of increasing demand for additional learning needs places should be provided to councillors. That’s what a committee which considered a review of the council’s Specialist Resource Bases – which provide
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‘Dream come true:’ Teen, 17, and friend opens barber shop
A TEENAGER has called it a “dream come true” to open his new barbers shop in Pontypool. Cai Gibbs, 17, and Wil Gough opened G&G on St Luke’s Road, Pontnewynydd on Saturday May 18 with a launch party. Cai thanked his parents Jonathan and
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Former Welsh Secretary 'will be missed' says current post holder
FORMER Welsh Secretary John Redwood “will be missed” the current post holder has said. David Davies, who is a Conservative general election candidate, but remains in cabinet as the Welsh Secretary up until a new government is formed after the
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Newport furniture shop runs thousand pound giveaway, ending in June
A NEW furniture store which opened in Newport City Centre in May is running a thousand pound giveaway. Cosy Living, an independent furniture shop which opened in the Kingsway Shopping Centre, is giving £1000 in store credit for furniture to those
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School heads accused of not taking part in debate as council agreeing budget
HEADTEACHERS who’ve penned an “extraordinary” letter urging parents to lobby on school funding have been accused of not taking part in a consultation themselves. Parents of pupils at schools across Monmouthshire were this week sent a letter from
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Where can you buy the cheapest house with the most bedrooms in Gwent?
A NEW report has been released which compares the average house price for more than 500 properties in Gwent with the number of bedrooms and bathrooms, great for those looking to get onto the property ladder. The study, carried out by online mortgage
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Gwent Police staff member proven to have committed misconduct in disciplinary hearing
A GWENT Police staff member has been proven to have committed gross misconduct, with the force coming out saying they stand against 'unacceptable behaviour towards the public and colleagues'. Chief Constable Pam Kelly called individuals who came
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Person arrested 'for multiple driving offences' following crash on the A4042
A PERSON has been arrested for multiple driving offences after a crash in Gwent this morning. Two vehicles collided on the A4042 between Pontymoile and Lower New Inn at A472/Skewfields (Pontypool Roundabout) on Sunday, May 26. Police confirm
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IT contract for Gwent councils and Police and Crime Commissioner awarded
AN IT firm will supply four Gwent councils and the Office of the Police and Crime Commissioner with replacement network switches and wireless access points. The £416,948.5 contract has been awarded, through a process run by Caerphilly Borough
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Meeting with complainants could help resolve complaints sooner NHS bosses told
HEALTH chiefs have been told meeting with people making complaints could prevent problems escalating to the ombudsman. NHS bodies are expected to respond to complaints from patients and their families who if they are unhappy at the response can
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Recap: Arrest made for driving offences after crash
12:44pm Goodbye That's it from us, nothing further to report and no people were reported injuries following the crash
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Sheridan Smith rumoured to star in the last ever episode of Gavin and Stacey
According to reports, Sheridan Smith is set to sign a deal to star in the final episode of Gavin & Stacey. It is understood the story James Corden and Ruth Jones have penned for the finale does include Sheridan’s character Ruth ‘Rudi’ Smith.
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Dragons lock Carter to push for start against Springboks at Judgement Day
DRAGONS lock Ben Carter will get the chance to strengthen his bid for a starting spot in Wales’ summer clash with South Africa by impressing at Judgement Day. The 23-year-old from Caldicot will be in the thick of the action against the Scarlets
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The early contenders as County prepare for another unpredictable League Two year
THAT Crawley are plotting for life in League Two has given encouragement to the fourth tier’s dreamers this summer. The Reds were seen as a crypto-backed rabble as they headed towards 2023/24, a side likely to be struggling near the bottom rather
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Man had sex with 14-year-old girl then pressured her not to testify against him
A MAN had sex with a 14-year-old girl then bombarded her with messages pressuring her not to testify against him in court. In April 2023, in Caerphilly, Luke Jones asked a girl for sex and when she said no he called her a p***y before having intercourse
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Can I remove things my neighbour has attached to my fence? How to resolve the issue
Did you know if you own a fence, your neighbour cannot attach anything to it without your permission? Fences and neighbours can sometimes be a tricky subject when it comes to what can and can't be done. Whether it's knowing who's side of the
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Former respite home will be used as 'homely setting' for care leavers
A FORMER respite home for children with disabilities is to be used to provide supported accommodation for young people who’ve been in care. The five bedroom property in a residential area of Caldicot will remain in the council’s ownership but
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New pastry shop opens in Newport Market
A NEW pastry stall in Newport Market that specialises in French tarts and pastries opened last week. Tarte and Co. opened on Saturday, May 11 and replaced Anna Cake Couture which closed recently. The new stall serves various French tarts available
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Pricey: Up to £125m to restore land used in Ffos y Fran open cast mine
PLANS to restore the last opencast mine in the UK could be significantly curtailed due to a shortfall of tens of millions of pounds, a committee heard. MSs on the Senedd’s climate change committee grilled representatives of Merthyr Tydfil council
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This house with spectacular castle view is in desperate need of a refresh
FOR the first time in over 60 years, a Grade II listed Georgian townhouse is on the market, with a spectacular castle view is in desperate need of a refresh. A 4-bedroom terraced house situated in the prime sought-after location within the heart