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What happens when you get a fine in a rental car? Experts explain what to expect
If you’re going on a staycation in the UK or visiting family and friends for a special occasion, you might need to rent a car for your travels. However, sometimes you might find yourself in a tricky situation where you have received a fine for
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Police appeal for missing 14-year-old girl
South Wales Police have issued an appeal for a missing 14-year-old girl. Amiera was last seen in Cardiff yesterday at midday and has connections with Swansea. If you have any information about her whereabouts contact South Wales Police with
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Met Office issues yellow weather warning for rain across Wales
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning of rain across Wales between 8am and 11.59pm on July 15. Outbreaks of rain and some heavy thunder will spread to the North with some torrential downpours. The expected rainfall is 15 to
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Man in seventies dies after house fire
A man in his 70s has died after a fire at a property on Main Road, Portskewitt, said Gwent Police. South Wales Fire and Rescue and the Welsh Ambulance Service also attended the scene of the incident. A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: "
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Motorcyclist sustains serious injuries in two-way crash
An 18-year-old man of Cwmbran was taken to hospital after sustaining serious injuries in a two-way crash. The incident took place on Edlogan Way, Croesyceiliog around 2.35pm on July 13. The crash involved two vehicles, a silver Mercedes and
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Two men and a woman charged with supplying drugs
TWO men and a woman have been charged with supplying drugs following a police operation. These three defendants appeared at Newport Magistrates’ Court accused of conspiracy to supply a class A drug and possession of criminal property in the city
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Solar panels on roof of house are allowed council confirms
A HOUSEHOLDER has been told he can put solar panels on the roof of his home wihout having to make a planning application. Jonathan Loader asked Torfaen Borough Council to issue a certificate confirming the panels to be placed on his property at
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Joint by-election campaign wins town council seats for running mates
TWO new town independent councillors have been elected at a by-election with matching totals. Gwyneth Elsie Howells and Diane Richards were both elected to Usk Town Council having both received 485 votes having run a joint campaign with the slogan
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Lottery awards £4,320 to seniors group tackling social isolation
A SENIORS group tackling social isolation has won funding from the lottery which will allow them to help more members. The Blaenavon Seniors group successfully applied to the National Lottery Community Fund and recently found out they have been
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Suggestion to help prevent 'confusion' with bilingual road signs
A LINE between Welsh and English on road signs could help avoid “confusion” for drivers, it has been suggested. The idea was raised by Conservative councillor Jane Lucas who is a driving examiner and who said she can have difficulty reading information
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Bank pop-up to move days in town amid branch re-opening this summer
A BANK company has confirmed it will be returning to a town in Gwent next week with a pop-up branch. HSBC are returning to Blackwood town centre from next Friday, July 19. According to a Facebook post from Blackwood Town Council on Thursday
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Another US fast food chain set to launch in UK with plans for 60 new restaurants
A US fast food chain is set to open new restaurants in the UK from 2025, with 60 currently planned. Dave's Hot Chicken has signed an agreement with the Azzurri Group to open the restaurants, with the first one planned for London in early 2025.
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Dark circles under your eyes? Skincare expert reveals 5 tips to get rid of them
Trying to get rid of or conceal dark circles under your eyes can be an annoyance to deal with, especially if want to sort it quickly before heading out. A few surprising tips could help you with a short-term method, including using an everyday
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Donald Trump will remain 'resilient' after suspected assassination attempt
Donald Trump has issued a statement following a suspected assassination attempt at a Pennsylvania rally. He has called on Americans to “stand united” and to “not allow evil to win”. Photographs have shown the bloodied former US president defiantly
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Police issue new dispersal order to tackle anti-social behaviour in town
A new dispersal order was issued over the weekend in response to the blight of anti-social behaviour in Pontypool. The dispersal order was in place from 8.30pm on Friday, July 12, until 8.30pm on Sunday, July 14, and covered the following areas
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The gorgeous Two Rivers at Chepstow is our pub of the week
HERE at the Argus, we love a good pub, and we want to tell you about all the best ones around Newport and its surrounding areas. This week’s pub takes us to Chepstow as we visit The Two Rivers by Marston’s Inns. The Two Rivers was refurbished in
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One-stop community café celebrates getting major lottery funding for build
A ONE-STOP community café is set to finally become a reality after the charity group behind it won nearly half a million in funding. Rogiet Junction, who operate the Rogiet Community Café in the local church hall every Wednesday, was awarded £465,450
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I tried the viral cheese pull that has come to Newport Market
THE NEWEST addition to Newport Market is Shmoles, a cheese coin maker known for their ‘cheese pulls’ – a concept that has gone viral, globally, all over social media. At first glance, I thought - is this a gimmick? But I was shocked at how delicious
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Gorgeous house in five acres with paddock in stunning location for sale
A RARE opportunity to purchase a property with a very special background has arisen on the house market. Berllanlwyd in Blackwood is a spacious Welsh Long House set in a stunning location and "extended and updated" to suit the best tastes in modern
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Newport escape room receives prestigious TripAdvisor award
AN ESCAPE room in Gwent has been recognised for its popularity by TripAdvisor. Exit 60 escape rooms on Market Street in Newport have been awarded Travellers' Choice by TripAdvisor for 2024. These awards recognise the best-reviewed businesses
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Brits urged to use these bank accounts and credit cards to save money abroad
Brits travelling abroad this summer are urged to consider current account and credit card options that could help them save money on fees and charges while on holiday. Some current accounts available in the UK will charge customers to use cards
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One man dies after fire behind road closure - LIVE
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What we know so far about the Donald Trump assassination attempt
US presidential candidate Donald Trump was shot and injured at a campaign rally, which also saw a spectator and the gunman killed. Mr Trump was giving a speech to supporters in Butler, Pennsylvania when the incident occurred. He was seen ducking
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What happens if you forget to put a Royal Mail stamp on a letter?
No matter how organised you think you are, there will always be the odd time where you forget to do something rather simple, such as not putting a Royal Mail stamp on a letter. Whether it was after filling out a form in a rush or walking back from
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New animal barn at council's community farm is approved
PERMISSION has been given to build a new animal barn at Cwmbran’s Greenmeadow Community Farm. The attraction is currently closed as it undergoes a £3 million revamp before it reopens to the public in spring next year. The farm’s northern
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We got a sneak preview of Newport Market's new soft play area
THE hotly-anticipated new soft play centre in Newport Market officially opens tomorrow (Monday, July 15) The South Wales Argus were invited along on Wednesday afternoon for a special tour of the new facility before it opens. The transformation
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Popular cafe in the heart of Newport is put on the market
A POPULAR cafe in Newport city centre is on the market because the owners want to move to Italy. The site on John Frost Square is currently home to Bar Piazza, a coffee shop that is rated 4.9 out of 5 on Google reviews. However, the café with
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Care home resident celebrates 100th birthday with Elvis-themed celebrations
A BELOVED care home resident has recently celebrated a major milestone birthday in style. Dorothy Ravenhill was born in Newport in 1924 and has lived in the city all her life with her husband John. The couple have raised four children over
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Closing primary school has final hurrah with radio show
THE STUDENTS OF an infants school that has been forced to close this week had one final special hurrah on closing day. Parents of children at Cwm Glas Infants School in Llanbradach, Caerphilly, announced the sad news it would be closing this month
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Man arrested on suspicion of carrying a knife near town centre cenotaph
A MAN has been arrested after reports of a man carrying a knife in Caerphilly. A 33-year-old man was arrested on Friday afternoon on suspicion of carrying a knife in Caerphilly town centre. In a statement, Gwent Police said: “We received a
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Festival park site closure has devastating impact on owl sanctuary
Ebbw Vale Owl Sanctuary has had fewer visitors to their site since the Festival Park site closed and is trying to raise money for CCTV. The former shopping centre has been closed for several years, but it is being redeveloped into 39 industrial
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The five dogs looking for forever homes at Many Tears Animal Rescue
HERE is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes. If you think you would be able to rehome one of them go to www.manytearsrescue.org/ for full contact details and to find out more. Or telephone