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Former Coronation Street star taken to hospital for 'last-minute' surgery
A former Coronation Street star has been rushed to hospital for "last-minute" surgery, leaving many of her fans concerned. Georgia May Foote took to the popular social media platform Instagram to share the news. She said: "Clients booked in
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How much is a house in my street? Gwent area's most expensive streets revealed
A RECENT report into the average house prices in areas of Gwent has revealed the most expensive and least expensive streets. Professional fast sales company Property Solvers tracked average sold price data from HM Land Registry since 2019 to see
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Man found under the influence of drink while in charge of a car at pub
A MAN was found under the influence of drink while he was in charge of a car at a pub. Lewis Sims, 28, was caught by police in a Jaguar at the Tredegar Arms car park in the Bassaleg area of Newport. He pleaded guilty to being in charge of motor
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Ahoy! Have you seen Friars Walks summer garden?
Have you sailed along to Friars Walk fabulous summer garden yet? This summer, shoppers at Friars Walk shopping centre in Newport are able to enjoy a new outdoor space – in Usk Plaza – which helps celebrate the city’s maritime legacy. Newport
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The former railway station turned pub now run by popular head chef
HERE at the Argus, we love good pub, and we want to tell you about all the best ones in Newport and across Gwent. In the latest in our series, we visit Junction 28 on Station Approach in Bassaleg, Newport. Sallie Phillips reports. Junction 28
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Man who had banned Pitbull Terrier filmed beating dog
A MAN accused of having a dangerous dog in Cardigan has been banned from owning pets after a video of him beating one of his Pitbulls was posted on social media. Matthew Russell, 21, formerly of Golwg Y Castell in Cardigan, was charged with three
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Newport Medieval Ship's Summer Fayre draws in over one thousand visitors
This year’s Newport Medieval Ship’s summer fayre saw over a thousand local people enjoying the history of Newport’s Medieval Ship, as well as purchasing from local tradespeople. A range of people attended on Saturday, July 27, at Unit 20, Queensway
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M4 congestion on major motorway junctions in Newport
3:57pm Congestion has cleared and traffic is now operating as normal.
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Cat owners urged to look for symptoms of 'serious' disease affecting their pets
A vet has urged cat owners to look for the symptoms of a 'serious' disease that could be affecting their pets. In a world of constant adverts and advice to ease our own digestive issues, you'll be forgiven for thinking that gut problems are something
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Community baking workshop launched in Gwent to improve sustainability
A COMMUNITY baking workshop has been launched in Blaenau Gwent. People can now have the fantastic opportunity to visit the new community baking workshops at Caffi Tyleri, to be found at Jim Owen Pavillion across from Cwmtillery Lakes. Every
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'Pill legend and fab guy': Long-time friend speaks about Trevor Seivwright
A LONG-TIME friend of recently deceased, Trevor Seivwright, has spoken about his decades-old friendship with the former drummer of 'Black Roots' and local legend. Mubarak Ali, secretary for the Islamic Society for Wales, said he knew Trevor Seivwright
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Plan to turn 9-bed house into accommodation for care leavers divides town
RESIDENTS of a Gwent town have been left divided following a meeting to discuss plans to develop a 9-bedroom house as supported accommodation for care leavers. The meeting, held at Treowen Stars AFC in Newbridge on Thursday, July 25, gave locals
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M4 closures for multiple junctions overnight tonight for road resurfacing
M4 closures on multiple junctions overnight tonight from eight o clock Roadworks see multiple closures on the M4 near Newport overnight tonight. M4 westbound Toll Plaza to Junction 23, Rogiet, is closed overnight from 20:45 to 06
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What to expect and who to watch as day 1 of the Olympic Games gets underway
On the opening day of the Olympic Games in Paris, 14 gold medals are up for grabs with athletes from a variety of sports competing today (July 27). The first Olympic champions at Paris 2024 will be crowned at Chateauroux Shooting Centre, around
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What are the official Olympic and Paralympic mascots? The meaning behind Phryges
The Paris Olympics are underway and like any Games, there is an official mascot you might spot throughout the competition. The Olympic and Paralympic mascots are shaped like a traditional French hat. They're mostly red in colour and represent
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Motorists warned to expect severe delays as Heads of the Valleys road closes
Heads of the Valleys Road is closed in both directions all weekend with major delays expected near Merthyr Tidfyl. A465 Heads of the Valleys Road closed in both directions and won't open again until Monday due to roadworks. Delays are expected
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Plans for Newport's only Cineworld to remain open, despite threat of closure
Newport’s only Cineworld branch, in Newport Retail Park, Spytty, should remain open despite announcement labelling it ‘at risk of closure’. Instead of closure, Cineworld will be negotiating rent costs and leasing agreements with landlords, in order
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I’m a first-time new build buyer – my story isn’t horrifying, it's life changing
Myself and my partner recently bought our first home, a brand spanking new build – some may tut (and even give us the odd eye-roll like I used to do) for buying a “characterless” property, but it’s changed our lives and now I get it. People buying
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County to step up League Two preparations by getting tactical at Kidderminster
NEWPORT County AFC are getting ready to get technical and tactical in their countdown to the League Two season. The Exiles play their fifth friendly of pre-season when they take on National League North Kidderminster at Aggborough Stadium this
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Kids go free offer launched ready for Christmas at Bute Park
Parents are being encouraged to plan for the festive season - with a special summer offer for Christmas at Bute Park. Christmas at Bute Park in Cardiff is offering a kids go free initiative for a limited time this summer to tie in with the start
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Chepstow hall to host a free theatre workshop for youngsters
A free theatre summer school is coming to Chepstow this August. Hosted by Creative Futures, the summer school will take place from August 19 to August 23 at Chepstow's Drill Hall. The initiative offers children and teenagers aged 11 to 19 the
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Former USW student talks Australian success ahead of Olympics
Surfing will be part of the Olympic Games for only the second time this year, and a University of South Wales (USW) graduate is helping her team prepare to compete. Dr Joanna Parsonage, a former student at USW, is now the research and innovation
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GWR mark World Drowning Prevention Day with special messages
Great Western Railway marked World Drowning Prevention Day (WDPD) with special safety messages at its stations. The announcement was a collaboration between GWR, the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) and British naturalist Steve Backshall
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Celebration of transformed neglected land in Caldicot
A neglected piece of land in Caldicot has been transformed into a community garden. The once-desolate spot at TogetherWORKS is now a flourishing green space thanks to the dedicated work of volunteers. Brimming with flower beds and vegetable
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Fire-hit post office reopens for first time since 2022
A fire-affected post office and store in Blaenau Gwent have re-opened a year and a half after the fire.. The fire, which happened in December 2022, caused significant damage to the Brynmawr Post Office and store at 8 Beaufort Street, Brynmawr,
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Girls Friendly Society's call for past Gwent members
A group supporting girls to thrive is looking to get back in touch with former members from across Newport and Torfaen to celebrate 150 years of the organisation. The Girls Friendly Society (GFS) - established in 1875 by Mary Townsend - seeks to
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Holiday company offering chance to win £2,500 package
Hays Travel branches across the UK, including in Caerphilly, are being visited by a big wheel this summer, with a chance to win big. The seven-foot-high wheels are part of the travel agent's "Big Wheel Challenge", which is set to visit branches
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Torfaen Leisure Trust gets emergency funding boost of £1.3m
Councillors have approved an additional £1.3 million in emergency funds for the struggling Torfaen Leisure Trust. The report required the council's support as the trust voiced concerns about a shortage of funds to reach the end of the financial
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Gala concert to celebrate Cardiff Singer of the World
A gala concert, featuring past winners and competitors of the Cardiff Singer of the World, will be staged in October 2025. The concert, forming part of the Wales Millennium Centre’s Llais Festival, will be recorded for BBC Four and BBC Two Wales
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Pontypool quilting club donate Tesco goods to the RSPCA
Members of a local Patchwork & Quilting Club raised £104, which was used to purchase goods from Tesco in Pontypool. The group, which meets in the Pontypool Community Education Centre, was visited by services manager Lauren Evans on behalf of the
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Monmouthshire braces for a series of road closures
There are a number of road closures that are or will be in place in Monmouthshire in the coming days. Here we round up all the existing and upcoming road closures for the coming week. School Road and Penywern Farm Road, both in Cwmyoy, will
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Students play their part in greening Torfaen with new grant
Young adults with disabilities at a college are playing their part to make Torfaen more sustainable, thanks to a grant. The students at National Star, Torfaen, are planting fruit and vegetables and campus to reduce supermarket reliance. The
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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. CRAIG SWIFT, 41, of Old Mill Court, Bettws, Newport was banned from driving for six months for failing to give information relating to the identification of the driver of a vehicle
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Petition against coaling of coal tips reaches almost 4,000 signatures
A PETITION calling for plans from a company to begin a process of coaling a set of coal tips to be halted has garnered significant attention. The petition, launched on Change.org around six months ago, has already gained 3,990 signatures of its
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Newport high school receives 'excellent' Estyn report
A SCHOOL in Newport has been praised in its latest Estyn report. St Julian's School, a comprehensive school for 11-18 year olds located on Heather Road in Newport, received its end-of-year report following an inspection by Estyn in May 2024, where
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'It will never work' - city community group celebrates 10 years championing diversity
A COMMUNITY group and registered charity that was founded to champion diversity and inclusion particularly for those who are often excluded has celebrated its 10-year anniversary, proving the sceptics wrong who said, 'it will never work'. The Age
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Nominations are now open for the Health and Care Awards 2024
ENTRIES are now open for the 8th annual South Wales Health and Care Awards 2024. Held in association with the University of South Wales, the awards recognise teams and individuals in the community whose efforts in the health and care industry have