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The cyclist vs driver debate is so tedious - you have a lethal common enemy
Just as you're never more than 6ft away from a rat in London, you're never more than 6 clicks away from an argument on Twitter. In this miserable online age, everyone is right and everyone else is wrong. And there is no better example than cyclists
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Popular local pub awarded highest food hygiene rating in recent inspection
A LOCAL bar in Gwent has recently been awarded the highest possible food hygiene rating following a recent inspection. Murray's Bar, in Bargoed, Caerphilly, had a food hygiene inspection on Tuesday, June 11. The Food Hygiene Rating Act 2013
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Map reveals every sighting of the venomous false widow spider in the UK
The UK is home to many creepy crawlies, from the common daddy long-leg spider, scientifically known as the Pholcidae to the Cave spider and the quick-moving Jumping spider. But away from the harmless and more common spiders that are often found
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Customers at Newport Tesco get free doughnuts with South Wales Argus
Shoppers at a Newport Tesco supermarket were treated to free goodies when they purchased a copy of the South Wales Argus on Friday (June 28). The South Wales Argus joined forces with the Tesco Extra store on Spytty Road to give everyone who purchased
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Four places in Gwent named in top 10 eco-friendly places in Wales
FOUR PLACES in Gwent have been named in the top ten most eco-friendly places in Wales after a recent study. According to research carried out by Millets Outdoor Clothing, four places in Gwent have been included in their final table for the top
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Vehicle fire on M4 eastbound J36 to J35 Pencoed
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Keep your bedroom hay fever free this summer with these top tips
Many will rejoice in the recent warmer temperatures, but for those that suffer with hay fever, the effects of this seasonal allergy could be causing big problems. This common allergy, often causing coughing, itchy eyes and sneezing can be a massive
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Seven people hospitalised as police warn of possible contaminated drugs
Seven people have been taken to hospital after taking the sleeping medication Zopiclone, prompting concerns over a “potential contaminated batch”. Cleveland Police said it had received reports on Friday of the adults being taken to North Tees General
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Local primary school celebrating after achieving silver award for community work
STUDENTS AND staff at a school in Pontypool have been celebrating after being honoured with a special award for their work in the community. Pupils and staff at George Street Primary School were also celebrating this week after receiving the silver
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Police officer's brutal arrest of convicted Newport drug dealer
SHOCKING footage shows the moment a former Gwent Police officer arrested a convicted drug dealer. In the footage, former Gwent Police officer Gediminas Palubinskas is seen punching cocaine and heroin dealer Mikael Boukhari in the head, hitting
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'Proper pub' with 'quality local ales' could be named best in Wales
AFTER being announced as county pub of the year by prestigious real ale guide CAMRA, a town pub is now up for the title of CAMRA’s 'best pub in Wales'. The Pilot in Penarth, just a 35 minute drive from Newport, is so well loved that some of its
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How grandparents can get little-known state pension boost this summer
Many grandparents could be unaware of a pension credit bonus that could add thousands to their state pensions over the summer. It comes as HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) figures that revealed more than 150,000 applications in the last eight years
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Rob Brydon reveals ‘mistake’ he does not want made in Gavin And Stacey finale
ROB Brydon has said he feels it would be a “mistake” to reveal what happened on the infamous fishing trip in the upcoming last-ever episode of Gavin And Stacey. The Welsh actor is set to reprise his role of the naive but well-meaning Uncle Bryn
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Keep your bedroom hay fever free this summer with these top tips
Many will rejoice in the recent warmer temperatures, but for those that suffer with hay fever, the effects of this seasonal allergy could be causing big problems. This common allergy, often causing coughing, itchy eyes and sneezing can be a massive
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Gwent talent on the books at Bristol ready for 'homecoming' with Wales U20s
WALES get their World Rugby U20 Championship under way against New Zealand in Cape Town today (kick-off 6pm), and the occasion will be extra special for Gwent youngster Aidan Boshoff. Although born in Abergavenny, the 18-year-old was just four
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Optometrist's warning to everyone wearing contact lenses this summer
Optometrists have issued a warning to everyone who wears contact lenses as the summer holidays approach. With the warmer weather arriving, many of us will be eyeing up the pool as a way to cool off. But can you swim with contact lenses in?
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County in safe hands for start of pre-season as Jenkins hunts new head coach
NEWPORT County AFC won’t have a new boss in place when they return to pre-season training on Monday – but the new-look squad is in safe hands. The Exiles are hunting for a head coach after the departures of manager Graham Coughlan and his right-hand
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County finalise warm-up for start of season with two more short trips
NEWPORT County AFC have finalised their pre-season fixtures with two more games on the road. The Exiles return on Monday to start preparations for the League Two campaign with owner Huw Jenkins still hunting a new head coach after the departure
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DWP could pay you £737 a month if you have one of these mental health conditions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) might pay people £737 a month if they suffer from certain mental health conditions. Over 1.3 million people across Britain were claiming Personal Independence Payment (PIP) for psychiatric disorders by
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Join the 24-hour Pontypool Relay for Life this July
People are being encouraged to get involved in the Pontypool Relay for Life in July. Set to be held in Pontypool Park for 24 hours from July 6-7, the event is held in aid of Cancer Research UK. Participants of the relay will complete as many
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Tree that posed a danger to main road can be chopped down
AN ash tree described as posing a risk to a main road can be felled, a council has agreed. Andrew O’Donnell asked Torfaen Borogh Council for permission to fell the tree, which has been damaged due to an ash dieback infection, at Cwmavon Stables
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Multiple arrests and vehicles seized during successful police operation
MULTIPLE ARRESTS were made during a police operation in Pill and Bettws on Thursday night. In what has been described as a "plain clothes operation" by the neighbourhood policing teams of Pill and Bettws, multiple arrests were made while a number
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Excitement as keys handed over to church devastated by fire six years ago
A CHURCH in Newport is set to open its doors this weekend after working to repair damage from a devastating fire, six years ago. The community behind Bethel Church, located on Stow Hill in Newport, has been working to rebuild the church since Friday
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Win free groceries by singing iconic song in Pontypool SPAR
SPAR Trevethin in Pontypool has been getting ready to welcome shoppers to sing for a chance of winning free groceries. Duty Manager Vicky Price and the rest of the team have been getting in the mood for the sing along. The launch of SPAReoke
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I tried Octopus Lounge's ice cream brioche - it's a perfect treat on a hot day
This hot weather calls for a cold treat so I went to Octopus Lounge in Newport to try their unique ice cream dessert. I decided to try their chocolate hazelnut deluxe ice cream brioche with Pistachio ice-cream. The warmth of the brioche was
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The best bakeries in South Wales according to locals - do you agree?
The best bakeries in south Wales have been revealed thanks to the Argus readers. Whether you're a sucker for a vanilla slice, fancy a classic sausage roll or just want somewhere that serves a nice coffee, bakeries have a little something for everyone
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60 'hard-hitting' signs created to tackle fly-tipping and littering
SIXTY 'hard-hitting' signs are going to be put up in litter and fly-tipping hotspots across Torfaen, in a bid to deter people from dumping rubbish. As part of a competition by Torfaen Council, Fly-tipping Action Wales and Keep Wales Tidy, school
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Fallout from ‘nightmare’ dispute over opening hours leaves bar facing closure
A bar owner caught up in an “absolute nightmare” of a licensing process with Caerphilly County Borough Council says the ordeal has left him on the verge of shutting the business. Gareth Jones, who co-owns The Unit on Bedwas House Industrial Estate