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My work fighting against the 20mph policy will continue
Labour and Plaid Cymru’s contentious 20mph speed limit scheme was back under the spotlight in the Welsh Parliament again recently. This time it was to debate the record-breaking petition calling for the £33m policy to be thrown out. Nearly
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Newport manufacturing firm wins at Made in the UK Awards 2024
Newport-based Industrial Automation Control Ltd, a global electrical control systems integrator, has won the Manufacturing Future Talent Award at the Made in the UK Awards 2024. The awards, held last week at the Titanic Hotel in Liverpool, celebrated
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Newport business scoops ‘Best in Show’ prize at Dragons Den style event
Newport-based ZeroKey triumphed as Best in Show at the inaugural AdviceTech Catwalk event in London. The event, run by financial services consultancy the lang cat, gave startup companies the chance to showcase the innovative new tech they have
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Welsh ICE founder retires from board
Welsh ICE has announced the retirement of Anthony Record MBE as a director. Anthony, who founded Welsh ICE in Caerphilly in 2012, has been the cornerstone of its growth and success, nurturing the organisation from its inception to its current status
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Broken down vehicle closes one lane on key motorway junction
8:05pm According to Traffic Wales South's road cameras, the lane has now been reopened. We will now be closing the
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County hit double figures - Cardiff prospect becomes TENTH summer signing
NEWPORT County AFC have hit double figures for summer signings after bringing in promising midfielder Cameron Antwi from Cardiff City. The 22-year-old has made the short trip to Rodney Parade from the capital after signing a two-year contract,
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Renewed appeal for witnesses to bus station assault launched
GWENT Police have officially renewed an appeal to find witnesses to an alleged assault in Newport last April. A 34-year-old man was assaulted at the bus station at around 9.30am on Sunday 30 April 2023. He was taken to hospital where he received
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Two-vehicle crash closed key city road for hours
A TWO-VEHICLE crash closed a key city road in Newport for hours on Saturday. A two-vehicle crash closed Clarence Place in Newport for motorists for more than two hours on Saturday, July 6, at around 5.30pm. Gwent Police confirmed the crash
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Garage can make way for home extension say planners
PLANNERS have approved proposals to demolish a garage and replace it with a two-storey side extension to a house in Chepstow. The eaves and ridge height of the extension will be lower than the semi-detached, two-storey house in Ruffetts Close
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Man attempted to rob jewellers with imitation firearm after threats from dealers
BRAVE staff members stood up to a drug addled thief who threatened them with an imitation firearm as he tried to pay off his debts to dealers who had threatened his life. It was said that Gareth Heard, 44, had ‘sorted his life out’, however he
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Six Welsh publications successfully challenge public notice reforms
PLANS to remove a legal requirement for council tax notices to be printed in local newspapers were abandoned at the 11th hour. The Welsh Government abstained in a crunch vote on clause 20 of the local government bill, which has sparked a backlash
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Police officer has misconduct allegations linked to sex workers proven at hearing
A FORMER Gwent Police officer has had allegations of misconduct proven. Paolo Goharjouy was accused of “discreditable conduct” while serving at the force, and his misconduct hearing took place at Vantage Point House in Cwmbran on Monday, July
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Primary school confirms reappointment of crossing patrol after public uproar
A PRIMARY SCHOOL in Gwent is set to welcome back their crossing patrol team two years after the last person in the post retired. Blackwood Primary School has been without a lollipop person since the last person in the role retired back in January
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Two Gwent streets named in final June Postcode Lottery winners
Two streets in Gwent have been named as a winner in the final draw for June of the People's Postcode Lottery. Named among numerous other streets across the UK in the recent daily prize draws, streets in Caerphilly and Pontypool, Torfaen have won
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New café and dessert store opens to shoppers' delight in town
A NEW café and dessert store has opened in a town in Caerphilly county borough. Burbites Café and Desserts, run by husband and wife team Ashish and Noopur Parekh, opened in Ystrad Mynach last weekend. The café will be selling high-end desserts
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Care provider will have to work towards not for profit status after winning contract
A CONTRACT to provide care at a children’s home will be awarded to a firm that has agreed to work towards ‘not for profit’ status. Welsh councils will no longer be able to place children with for profit providers from April 1, 2026 due to the
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Government post for Gwent MP after years in shadow cabinet
TORFAEN MP Nick Thomas-Symonds has been appointed to the government by Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer. . Mr Thomas-Symonds has been named as paymaster general and minister in the Cabinet Office with responsibility for the constitution and European
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Gwent Police make eight arrests and dismantle major cannabis farm this week
Eight arrests have been made and a cannabis farm dismantled during a busy week for Gwent Police's Caerphilly officers. Neighbourhood officers from Gwent Police carried out a range of enforcement and engagement activities focusing on the Lansbury
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Appeal to find disqualified driver recalled to prison
A MAN WHO WAS jailed for driving while disqualified has been recalled to prison after breaching his licence conditions. Liam Collins, a 36-year-old from the Pontypool area, has been recalled to prison, having breached his licencing conditions.
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UK's rarest stamp dating back to 1864 is being sold for £650,000
The UK’s most valuable postage stamp has been listed for sale for £650K. The legendary Plate 77 Penny Red was printed in 1864 and there are just nine examples of the stamp that still exist. Three remain in private hands with the others in museums
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New Wales boss Bellamy out to prove concerns over temperament unfounded
CRAIG Bellamy is determined to banish the general perception of him as he steps into his first senior management role with Wales. Bellamy courted controversy on and off the pitch during a colourful playing career that saw him win 78 Wales caps
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I'm a Doctor: These 10 'surprising' habits are 'secretly' aging you faster
Like it or not, ageing is a fact of life but one Doctor has warned that these surprising habits are actually speeding up the process. Small, seemingly insignificant habits could be adding years to our appearance without us even realising it.
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What are the rules about someone parking in front of your house and is it illegal?
Driving on its own can cause plenty of issues, especially with regards to where to park your car and what the unwritten community rules are surrounding them. Depending on what your street looks like it, it could be very easy for someone to park
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Gavin and Stacey mural painted on side of Vale home has divided opinion
A VILLAGE is split over a giant Gavin and Stacey mural – and some admit it is just hideous. The mocked mural meant to feature the much-loved characters from the hit BBC comedy was painted on the outer wall of homeowner Anya Clements house in Dinas
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Cadstock music festival is back and the line-up has been announced: See here
BARRY music festival Cadstock is back and they have announced the line-up for this weekend. Cadstock takes place at Victoria Park on Saturday, July 13 and Sunday July 14, from 1pm to 7pm. The event has revealed the line up for this year’s show
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Dragons academy coach returns to Newport to help in bid for elusive title
NEWPORT RFC have appointed Ceri Jones as forwards coach – and the former prop will have a swift reunion with his hometown club. The 47-year-old from Usk has replaced Sam Hobbs, who has been promoted to forwards coach at the Dragons, on head coach
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Fallen tree blocked road and forced buses to divert on key road
A ROAD IN Monmouthshire was partially blocked for around an hour on Tuesday morning. The A466 near Redbrook was blocked from around 8am on Tuesday, July 9, causing a service from Newport Bus to be delayed and forced to use a different route.
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Men accused of running 'commercial-scale' cannabis factory in Wales
THREE people accused of running what police described as 'a commercial-scale production factory' for cannabis edibles in Haverfordwest have appeared in court. John Miles, Chay Miles, and Kyle Gadsby, all of Primrose Drive, appeared at Swansea Crown
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Gwent dealer jailed for supplying cocaine
A 33-year-old man from Pontypool has been sentenced to 44 months imprisonment for being concerned in the supply of cocaine. Grant Evans, 33 of British School Close, Abersychan, Pontypool appeared in Cardiff Crown Court today with his partner Billy
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CEO is "sick of" employees asking to for late starts and early finishes
A CEO says he is "sick of" employees asking to leave early, go to doctors appointments and take long lunches - but the reason will surprise you. Rob Dance, 41, shared the seemingly-controversial message but said he doesn't want to be asked - because
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Three charged with conspiracy to supply cocaine
Three people were charged with conspiracy to supply the class A drug cocaine, said Gwent Police. The two men, aged 26 and 24, and a woman, 24, all from Newport, were also charged with possession of criminal property. The charge follows their
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Jacket potato takeaway business opens in city centre
A NEW takeaway business has arrived in a city centre in Gwent this week. Spud Inc, a takeaway jacket potato business that serves customers out of a container, has officially opened its shutters to customers in one of Newport's shopping malls.
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Former MP tight lipped following general election defeat in a Tory wipe out
FORMER Monmouth MP David Davies is remaining tight lipped following his exit from Parliament at the general election. The Conservative had represented the constituency since first winning the seat in 2005 which, along with victories in Preseli
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Destination confirmed for ex-County defender as former loan star heads for Owls
RIGHT-BACK Harrison Bright has signed for National League South new boys Salisbury after leaving Newport County AFC. The 20-year-old from Blaenavon was released by the Exiles at the end of last season and has made the move to Wiltshire to play
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Hard-working striker ready to 'do damage' after securing return to County
NEWPORT County AFC have re-signed Courtney Baker-Richardson on a two-year deal. The forward returns to Rodney Parade from Crewe after being a key figure in the 2021/22 campaign. The 28-year-old scored eight goals in 32 appearances and proved
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Millions of drivers who passed test before 2015 risking £1,000 fine, DVLA warns
Millions of motorists are currently driving illegally and at risk of a £1,000 fine from the DVLA, new figures have shown. It is illegal in the UK to get behind the wheel of vehicle without a valid photocard licence, which carries a driver’s personal
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How do I know if I have a stomach ulcer? Perforated ulcer causes and symptoms
Stomach ulcers, also known as gastric ulcers, are sores that develop on the stomach lining, reports the NHS. However, you can also get ulcers in part of the intestine, just beyond the stomach – these are called duodenal ulcers. The NHS explains
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Do speed cameras have to be painted yellow and must they be visible?
Speed cameras record a vehicle’s speed by using detectors on the road or radar technology, depending on the type of camera. There are now around 7000 cameras around the UK's road network, and in 2022 they resulted in the prosecution of 245,043
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Wales U20s to take on Aussies after French power ends bid for semi-finals
WALES will face Australia in the fifth to ninth place play-offs of the World Rugby U20 Championship on Sunday after an energy-sapping 29-11 defeat to France. In a game played in somewhat farcical conditions in Cape Town, the Welsh youngsters missed
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‘Trialist A’ ready to go again for County after rapid rise was ended by injury
NEWPORT County AFC have brought in a raft of young players aiming to make their mark in the Football League this summer, but one of last year’s intake is ready to go again after a rapid rise was followed by a cruel injury blow. The Exiles taste
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Thousands soak up the fun at Blaenavon's World Heritage Day
More than 5,000 people attended the 2024 Blaenavon World Heritage Day event. The town's World Heritage Day made a magnificent comeback on June 29, bursting with a wealth of activities and performances for everyone to enjoy. The theme this year
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I tried an Aldi Too Good To Go bag and it was a surprisingly mixed experience
I tried a Too Good To Go bag from Aldi to see what was offered through the service and it was certainly a mixed experience. Too Good To Go exists as a way to fight food waste, with many businesses offering bags of unsold products near their expiry
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Pembrokeshire zoo celebrates birth of first Sumatran tiger cub
A Pembrokeshire zoo has made history with the birth of a tiger cub. Manor Wildlife Park has announced the arrival of a Sumatran tiger cub, Zaza, the first tiger cub to be born in a Welsh zoo. Zaza was born on May 25 and has been described as
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Caerphilly council and Streetwave's mobile coverage checker
Caerphilly County Borough is said to be the first council in the UK to create a mobile signal checker with Streetwave. This collaborative effort aims to assist residents and businesses in pinpointing the highest performing mobile networks in their
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Welsh Government and universities launch new degree apprenticeships
The Welsh Government and universities in Wales have launched new degree apprenticeships in the construction industry. Partnering up with Wrexham University, the University of South Wales, and the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, the government
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Cadw landmarks host summer events for Welsh history lovers
There are a range of events happening this summer at Cadw landmarks in south-east Wales. Cadw, the Welsh government's historic environment service, is ringing in its 40th anniversary with an exciting lineup of activities at some of the most historic
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First Minister reveals focus for remainder of Senedd term
The First Minister for Wales has set out the legislation that will be a focus for the remainder of the Senedd term. On July 9, Vaughan Gething highlighted his legislative priorities for the Welsh Government, expressing his ambitions for a "fairer
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Learner drivers spend thousands in test retakes, data reveals
Did you think you took too long to pass your driving test? If so, the latest figures found by The AA Driving School may make you feel a bit better. One individual has spent a total of £1,700 on 74 theory tests but is yet to pass any of them
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'Highly inclusive' primary school with 'extremely proud' pupils celebrates Estyn
A PRIMARY school in the Caerphilly county borough has been celebrating an 'exceptional' recent Estyn report. Ysgol Gymraeg Bro Allta in Hengoed had an Estyn inspection on Wednesday, June 26, and has been celebrating the very positive resulting
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Driver accused of killing man denies causing death by dangerous driving
A DRIVER accused of killing a man following a road crash has denied causing death by dangerous driving. Dale Groves, 29, is charged with being responsible for the death of 43-year-old Gareth Davies from Rassau, Ebbw Vale whilst at the wheel of
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Teenager caught drug and drink driving after passenger left injured
A TEENAGE driver was lucky to escape an immediate custodial term in a young offender institution after she was caught drug and drink driving. Kitty Vanderveld, 19, of Llam March Road, Llanelly Hill, Abergavenny was arrested on Old Hereford Road
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Drug dealer caught with £1,800 cash in his wallet
A DRUG dealer was caught with £1,800 cash in his wallet and cocaine worth £560 when police stopped his car. Toby Chadwick, 20, was pulled over in Newport whilst driving a Renault Twingo with a passenger sat next to him on Saturday, July 30, 2022
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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. LEWIS WRIGHT, 25, of St Dials Road, Cwmbran was banned from driving for 22 months after pleading guilty to drink driving with 237 milligrams of alcohol per 100 millilitres of urine
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Popular local bakery awarded highest food hygiene rating in recent inspection
A POPULAR BAKERY in a suburb of Cwmbran has achieved the highest food hygiene rating in a recent inspection. Pontnewydd Bakery on Chapel Street in Pontnewydd, Cwmbran had a food hygiene inspection on Tuesday, June 25. The Food Hygiene Rating