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County's young guns to head north in cup while Gwent rivals clash in round one
NEWPORT County AFC's youngsters will travel to Llandudno in the first round of the Nathaniel MG Cup - while there will be a Gwent derby between Cwmbran Celtic and Trethomas Bluebirds. The Exiles have entered the competition as a wildcard and were
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46-year-old man with weapons and explosives 'infatuation', jailed
A MAN from Newport has been jailed after being spotted with a firearm which led to officers uncovering a collection of weapons and explosives at his home. Billy Price, 46, appeared before Cardiff Crown Court on Wednesday, May 19, after pleading
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Solar Buddies 14th in the FEBE Growth 100
A Cwmbran business set up by two local mums has made it into the FEBE (For Entrepreneurs, By Entrepreneurs) Growth 100 2024. John Maffioli, FEBE co-founder, said: "This list reveals the fastest growing founder-led companies in the UK. The FEBE
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Delegation of international students learn about business in rural county
Chepstow welcomed an international delegation of students touring the UK, seeking to learn more about international business, including in Wales. Having started off in London, delegates from the Louisiana State University Shreveport and Heidelberg
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Crash on major road causes 'severe' delays of more than 20 minutes
10:57am That's it for this live blog, thanks for joining us. 7:40pm
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Shark season arrives in UK as huge giant spotted lurking around our shores
It seems shark season has officially arrived in the UK. The North Wales coast - particularly Anglesey - is one of the locations where you might spot a basking shark - the second largest fish in the world. And surprise surprise, it's happened already
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Dog owners warned not to leave dogs in cars this summer - what can you do?
Dog owners have been issued a warning about leaving their pets in cars as the temperatures heat up this summer. The RSPCA have warned dog owners in the past about the ‘silent killer’ that is heatwaves. And they’ve issued another warning to
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Road closed by Openreach to 'restore a customer's service'
A ROAD in Monmouthshire has been closed in an emergency road closure by a telecoms service to 'restore a customer's service'. Telecoms company, Openreach, announced an emergency road closure on Church Road in Llandegveth in Monmouthshire on Wednesday
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Man and woman charged after almost £300k worth of drugs found
TWO PEOPLE, a man and a woman, have been charged after a drug bust, where drugs worth almost £300k were discovered at a property in Newport. A 40-year-old man and a 59-year-old woman were arrested at around 1.45pm on Monday, June 17, in Maindee
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Food Standards Agency ‘confident’ it has found the source of E. coli outbreak
An outbreak of E. coli has been in the spotlight recently as more than 200 people have become unwell and now, the cases have been linked to one vegetable. Three companies have recalled products such as sandwiches and wraps from supermarket shelves
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WATCH: The adorable moment Taylor Swift gives her iconic hat to young fan
THIS ADORABLE video shows the moment Taylor Swift gives her trademark hat to a young fan in a matching t-shirt - just days after she was surprised with tickets. Evie Frith, seven, was given the singer's iconic cowboy hat during her performance
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‘Major step back’ as gender quotas bill postponed in Wales
Plans to introduce gender quotas in future Senedd elections suffered a “major step backwards” due to “unnecessary” delays. Jane Hutt confirmed reforms under the electoral candidate lists bill – which would require half of would-be Senedd members
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Residents say dangerous off-road bikes and boy racers are making lives a misery
People in Ebbw Vale have said off-road mountain bikes driving through the town centre and residential areas are putting lives in danger. Mr Phillip Edwards, Ebbw Vale Market operator, said the problem has been going on for two to three years.
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Residents 'relieved' after beloved community pub saved from end of month closure
A BELOVED pub in a Gwent community has confirmed it has been saved from closure and will be staying open at the end of the month. The current owners of the Black Prince in Ynysddu had originally announced plans to close the pub for good at the
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Former pub and restaurant could become children’s nursery
A former pub in Blackwood could become a children’s nursery if Caerphilly County Borough Council backs new plans. The Masons Arms, on Bridge Street, later became an Indian restaurant but now stands empty – and Jason Roberts-Jones of Rogerstone-based
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Gwent woman selected to represent UK at international singing competition
A YOUNG WOMAN from Abertillery who recently won a national singing award is now set to perform on one of the biggest stages in the world - Las Vegas. Demi-Leigh Assinder, now 21, won the Best Female Vocalist award at the National Entertainment
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Revamp planned for town's former St John Ambulance base
PLANS to give a former St John Ambulance building a revamp have been put forward. The ambulance charity confirmed in December 2022 it planned to sell its base in St Mary’s Street, Monmouth but intended maintaining a presence in the town.
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Housing charity announces plans to build homes and sell them on the open market
HOUSING charity Tai Calon intend building private houses for sale on the open market, councillors have been told. At a meeting of Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council’s Place scrutiny committee councillors were given a brief taster of the housing
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Death of teenager who fell from quarry ruled an 'accident', inquest finds
THE DEATH of a teenager from Abersychan who died in 2022 after falling from the edge of a quarry and sustaining multiple injuries has been ruled an 'accident'. On Wednesday, June 19, the presiding coroner at an inquest into the death of 15-year-old
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How do I stop my dog from getting car sick? What you can give them to help
You might think that only humans get car sick but as many dog owners will tell you, you're very wrong. Travelling with your pooch in the car can be easier said than done. Owners have to consider and plan a few key things before setting off
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The 9 common garden plants that could devalue your home by thousands
As we approach the warmer months venturing back into the garden and nurturing all the plants forgotten over winter will prove tempting. But were you aware of the nine garden plants that you do not want anywhere near your own personal plot of peace
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MAPPED: See South Wales' general election results from 2019 - how you voted
The general election in the UK is nearly upon as and as we edge closer to the big day households in south Wales will be considering their options on who to vote for. Party leaders including Prime Minister Rishi Sunak (Conservatives), Sir Keir Starmer
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Abba-themed summer festival is coming to Pembrokeshire next month
Do you Have a Dream of a weekend in Pembrokeshire devoted to a Swedish supergroup? Then it’s time to dig out your flares, or even make a pair, and head down to the inaugural ABBAGwaun Festival. The three-day festival in Fishguard (or Abergwaun-
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Police launch investigation into alleged burglary and appeal for information
POLICE have launched an investigation into a report of a burglary at a commercial property in Chepstow in May. The alleged burglary took place at a commercial address on St Lawrence Road, Chepstow, between 11pm and 11.05pm on Thursday, May 30.
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Police continue appeal for man to return to prison after licence breach
POLICE are continuing to hunt a man who has breached his licencing conditions. Leigh Elston, 35, from the Penpedairheol area, has been recalled to prison after breaching his licence conditions. He recieved a prison sentence of five years
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Flynn 'gutted' Hatswell won't join him at Cheltenham - with assistant eyeing FAW
NEWPORT County AFC great Michael Flynn admits he is “gutted” that he won’t continue his partnership with Wayne Hatswell at Cheltenham, revealing his usual right-hand man is set to return to Wales. Flynn is preparing for his latest League Two challenge
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David Davies' election signs are disappearing from the Monmouthshire countryside
ELECTION signs promoting Welsh secretary David Davies are disappearing from sites across his home county. Conservative supporters have reported signs being removed or vandalised from locations as far apart as Trellech, near Monmouth, and Usk more
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'I wanted to be the nurse he deserved': Mother qualifies as nurse motivated by son
A MOTHER from Blackwood has spoken of the "no brainer" decision she made to train as a nurse after her son was diagnosed with multiple learning disabilities. Teri Webster used to work for British Gas delivering training to call centre staff, but
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Tin Can Kitchen set to launch daytime menu at second branch after popular demand
A POPULAR TAKEAWAY service has launched their daytime menu at their second branch to meet popular demand. Last week saw the launch of a brand new daytime operation at Tin Can Kitchen Cwmbran, a street-food style food delivery and takeaway service
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Man escaped from police as they tried to handcuff him during domestic incident
A MAN escaped from police as they tried to handcuff him after being called to his ex-girlfriend’s home over a “domestic violence incident”. Officers were trying to arrest Gerome Campbell at a house in Newport when he bolted out of the front door
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Ebbw Vale lecturer receives prestigious teaching award
An Ebbw Vale lecturer has won a prestigious teaching award. Among four Welsh educators recognised as silver award winners in the Pearson National Teaching Awards, Alexis Dabee Saltmarsh, a lecturer specialising in Automotive and Aeronautical Engineering
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'I've got a point to prove' - Dragons man ready for Boks greats after World Cup woe
MOST of Wales gulped when they saw the South Africa line-up for Saturday’s clash at Twickenham but not Dragons lock Ben Carter, who has a “point to prove” against a pair of legendary Springboks. The 23-year-old from Caldicot will join forces with
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How will the fall in inflation affect the cost of living crisis?
UK inflation slowed to 2% in May, dropping to its lowest level since July 2021, according to new official figures. It has matched the target rate of inflation set by the Government and Bank of England after a slowdown in price rises over the past
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Brits warned of election deadline today as two million people register to vote
Nearly two million applications to vote have been submitted since the General Election was called, as the deadline approaches for people to register to cast a ballot. A total of 1,978,540 applications were made from May 23 to June 16, Government
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Appeal to find disqualified drink driver recalled to prison for licence breach
GWENT Police are appealing to help them find a disqualified driver who has breached his licence. Liam Collins, a 36-year-old from the Pontypool area, received a prison sentence of four months for drink driving and driving while disqualified at
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Major crash causing heavy delays in and out of Cardiff with one lane blocked
11:24am As the congestion has now cleared, we will be closing the live blog. Thank you for following.
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Aldi giving away free beer to more than 1000 lucky shoppers - see how to claim
Aldi is giving away free beer to 1000 lucky shoppers during the 2024 UEFA European Football Championship (Euro 2024). Scientists have worked out, on behalf of Aldi, that England fans alone are set to spill around 4.6 million pints of beer every
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Warning to tea drinkers as insects found in tea and FSA says 'do not drink'
TK Maxx and HomeSense have been forced to issue a recall after insects were found in some of their tea products. The retailers have issued a recall on selected batches of Kintra Foods Organic Premium Leaf Teas with the Food Standards Agency (FSA
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‘Serious’ concerns raised after study claims to find 'superbugs in Lidl meat'
An independent laboratory in Germany has claimed to find that more than half of the fresh chicken products sold in Lidl GB 'contain antibiotic-resistant superbugs.' However, Lidl has since countered these claims and said: "In the last 12 months
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'I don't want to be one-season wonder' - County talisman Evans hungry for more
AFTER scoring 25 goals during the 2023-2024 campaign, Newport County AFC striker Will Evans is determined to prove he’s no one-season wonder. The former farmer, who was playing in the Cymru Premier a little more than two years ago, was the surprise
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Windrush Caribbean Film Festival in Newport this weekend
The Windrush Caribbean Film Festival will take place in Newport this weekend. Launched with the theme of 'Transitions and Travels – The Journey Continues', the festival is now in its fifth year and is widely recognised for celebrating Black British
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Vue’s Cwmbran summer showings cater to family audiences
A number of family blockbusters will be shown this summer at Cwmbran's Vue cinema. The cinema has unveiled a fresh set of child-friendly films and innovative ways for families to enjoy them. The new series of screenings aim to cater to all
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Welsh Blood Service introduces new DNA-based blood test
A new blood test is being launched in Wales. This pioneering test aims to reduce blood transfusion side effects for those with inherited blood disorders, primarily sickle cell disorder and thalassaemia. The initiative was declared on World
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Acclaimed theatre production War Horse gallops into Cardiff
The National Theatre will be bringing its production of War Horse to Cardiff. The global smash-hit will make its appearance at the Wales Millennium Centre from October 14 to October 25, 2025. This production of War Horse, adapted by Nick Stafford
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Frankie Goes to Bollywood' set to dazzle Cardiff this July
Frankie Goes to Bollywood will be in Cardiff this July. The engaging musical, conceived by Rifco's artistic director, Pravesh Kumar MBE, unfolds the journey of a British woman making her mark in the vibrant world of Bollywood, lending viewers a
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What is Eid and why is it a confusing concept for some?
THE FESTIVAL of Eid is observed by millions across the world. Yet so many, including in Wales, have pre-conceived ideas about what it is and what it represents. What is Eid? The Muslim festival of Eid takes place twice a year: once to signal
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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. ALEX FRADD, 29, of Spytty Lane, Newport must pay £1,014 in a fine, costs and a surcharge for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle who
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Fears falling branches from diseased trees could hit staff and cars for sale
A CAR sales garage has been given permission to fell two “large” trees at the back of its site. Judd Brothers, in Park Road, Abergavenny asked for permission to chop down the lime pollards which are protected as they are in a conservation area
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Man threatened to stab shop staff with hunting knife
A MAN threatened to stab shop staff with a hunting knife before he was Tasered by police. Schizophrenic Wayne Madley was shot with a stun gun after he had brought terror to Blackwood High Street. Tom Roberts, prosecuting, told Cardiff Crown
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Honour for Pontypool woman who has been involved in assisting Ukraine's defence
A PONTYPOOL woman whose work for the Ministry of Defence has supported Ukrainian forces has been recognised in the King’s Birthday Honours. Katherine Bavington who has been the lead finance business partner at the Ministry Of Defence’s Weapons
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Burglar locked in bathroom stabbed man in arm with fork to try escape capture
A MAN had to be locked in a bathroom where, in order to escape he reached round and tried to stab his capturer in the arm with a fork, before he was arrested. Samuel Miclescu, 19, entered a property on Alexandra Road – the street where he lives
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Man warned he could face jail over ABH offences
A MAN was warned he could be going to jail after he pleaded guilty to three assault charges. Christopher Prothero, 37, from Tredegar admitted two counts of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and one of assault by beating. The victims are