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County snap up left-back from League Two rivals for first signing of summer
NEWPORT County AFC have made their first signing of the summer after bringing in left-back Anthony Glennon. The 24-year-old has signed for the managerless Exiles on a two-year deal after leaving League Two rivals Grimsby. Glennon came through
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When is EastEnders on this week? BBC confirms schedule and channel changes
EastEnders will face schedule and channel changes again this week with the BBC's coverage of the 2024 UEFA European Football Championships (Euro 2024) continuing to cause disruptions. Euro 2024 kicked off earlier this month (June 14) in Germany
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New 'ultra speed camera' that doesn't flash can see inside driver's vehicles
Over 100 new ultra speed cameras are being trialled on roads in the UK. There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK 's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043 people – the highest figure since records began.
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RSPCA appeal after American bulldog dumped outside local animal centre
RSPCA Cymru is appealing for information after an American Bulldog type dog was left abandoned outside its animal centre in Newport. The dog - named Kevin by staff - was left in a crate with no bedding, food, water or shelter. He was found outside
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New office space to be created in the centre of Wye Valley village
TWO small offices are to be created in a building in the centre of Tintern. No external alterations will be made to Abbey House but change of use planning permission was required as the two ground floor rooms are currently used for storage.
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These 5 dogs are looking for forever homes from Hope Rescue
Here is a selection of dogs from Hope Rescue which are looking for a loving home. If you can give a Hope dog a home, visit www.hoperescue.org.uk/adopt to find out more. If you are unable to adopt a dog at the moment but would still like to
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By-election won by just nine votes as new councillors are elected
TWO new Labour councillors have been elected to Chepstow Town Council in two by-elections held on the same day. Voters were asked to elect new councillors in the town’s Maple Avenue and Castle wards in the polls held on Thursday, July 20.
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Council must make tough choices on recycling to avoid paying millions in fines
Waste management bosses in Caerphilly will have to make tough choices – and spend money – if the council is to avoid millions of pounds in fines for missing recycling targets. Chris Morgan, the cabinet member for waste at Caerphilly County Borough
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Man and woman accused of supplying drugs after £290,000 seizure
A MAN and woman appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court accused of supplying drugs after cannabis with an estimated value of £290,000 was seized in the city. Andrew Morrish, 40, and Amanda Wilkes, 59, have been charged with conspiracy to supply
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RSPCA appeal launch appeal as three newborn puppies found dead in shoebox
Three newborn puppies - who had their umbilical cords still attached - have been found dead in a shoebox in Newport, prompting an RSPCA appeal for information. The upsetting discovery took place on Friday, June 21, at around 11am near the entrance
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Live: Significant rush hour delays at key junctions in Newport
6:34pm The delays across the M4 have now completely eased, so we will be closing the live blog. Thank you for following
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All you need to know about Foo Fighters' Principality Stadium concert this week
Foo Fighters are bringing their Everything Or Nothing At All Tour to Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Tuesday (June 25) with special guests Wet Leg and Himalayas. The American rock group follow pop stars Taylor Swift and P!nk who have both performed
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What to do if your new passport doesn't arrive in time for your holiday
While holidays are the perfect getaway to get some rest and relaxation, travelling can often be the cause of a lot of stress and anxiety, with passports a common factor in the worries. Passport renewals have been in high demand ever since the pandemic
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How much is a speeding ticket in the UK and how many points will I get?
Drivers who are caught speeding in the UK will have to pay a minimum of £100, though fines increase to up to £2,500. The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three points on your driving licence. But how you are dealt with after
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Princess Anne taken to hospital with minor injuries, Buckingham Palace reveals
The Princess Royal, Princess Anne, has been taken to hospital with minor injuries and concussion, Buckingham Palace has announced. Princess Anne's admission to hospital comes following an incident at the Gatcombe Park estate on Sunday (June
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'Simply amazing' rare minke whale spotted in Cardigan Bay
A RARE visitor was spotted in Cardigan Bay recently, exactly a year after the first minke whale sighting in a decade. The survey team at Sea Watch Foundation – a national charity working to protect marine wildlife – spotted the minke whale on June
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Man allegedly exposed himself to three boys in high street: Police investigate
A MAN allegedly exposed himself to three boys on a high street. Gwent Police are investigating after its allegedly a man exposed himself to three boys on Rhymney High Street. High Street, Rhymney (Image: Google Maps) A Gwent Police spokesperson
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Police searching for drill raid address - and find 'stolen' goods haul worth £1m
Police searching for a power tool were led to an address - where they discovered a 3,500-strong stash of suspected stolen goods worth a staggering £1million. A tracker fitted to a nicked drill directed officers to a property in rural Kent, where
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What is a Met Office heat health alert?
Heat-health alerts are issued by the Met Office and UK Health and Security Agency (UKHSA) when the country is expecting high or low temperatures that could have an impact on health. Dr Agostinho Sousa, Head of Extreme Events and Health Protection
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TUC call for sick pay reforms to benefit 300,000 Welsh workers
More than 300,000 workers in Wales would benefit from sick pay on day one according to TUC. A new joint analysis by TUC and the Centre for Progressive Change suggests that more than a quarter of employees in Wales currently have to wait three days
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All the Cardiff road closures in place this week for the Foo Fighters concert
Foo Fighters are bringing their Everything Or Nothing At All Tour to Cardiff's Principality Stadium on Tuesday (June 25) and as a safety precaution there will be several road closures in place. The Foo Fighters will perform in Cardiff on Tuesday
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Gardening expert shares 4 tips to keep your lawn looking pristine in summer
Gardening advice spans a huge range of topics and some people might be wondering what the best ways are to keep a lawn looking pristine during the summer. Lawns can be a tricky thing to maintain, especially in the summer months when we want to
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How can I tell if my stamps are valuable? What experts say to look out for
Stamp collecting may have fallen out of fashion for many people in the UK, but the hobby can still yield extremely valuable stamps that you might not even know you have. If you have inherited a collection or have one stored away you might not be
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Mother-of-three shares how late BBC star Dame Deborah James helped save her life
A mother-of-three has shared how the late BBC star Dame Deborah James helped save her life from cancer. 40-year-old Lyndsey Ainscough from Greater Manchester, who was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer after several months of symptoms, said
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Pontypool Relay furthers legacy of inspirational woman
A Gwent woman has highlighted the importance of fundraising for Cancer Research UK ahead of the Pontypool Relay For Life. Abercarn's Katrina Horrigan-Smith, who lost her battle with bowel cancer in January 2021, will be one of those remembered
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Election candidates clash over plan for VAT on private school fees
LABOUR’S plan to charge VAT on private school fees shouldn’t automatically lead to higher costs for parents, a Gwent candidate has said. Catherine Fookes, who is standing for the party in Monmouthshire which is home to one of Wales’ best known
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Farmer's bid for for new barn rejected as council questioned agricultural need
A FARMER was told he couldn’t put up a new barn on his land because his local council questioned if it was needed for agricultural use. Mark Fisher has now made a second bid to construct a barn to store hay and a tractor at his near six hectare
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Road casualties fell by 29% in one area of Gwent in 2023, new data suggests
THREE out of five Gwent areas showed a decrease in the number of road casualties, with a rise in casualty figures in Monmouthshire and Torfaen. The Department for Transport released provisional data on road casualties reported to the police in
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Three new arrivals to welcome to the world
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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Dog mum issues warning to other owners after beloved pet is killed in 'brutal' attack
A DEVASTED dog owner has issued a warning to others after her beloved pet died from injuries sustained in a brutal attack by another dog. Bethan Wootton, 36, from Crickhowell, has spoken out after her six-year-old Pomeranian pup Jiggy died days