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Police launch appeal to find missing 19-year-old
South Wales Police are appealing for information on the whereabouts of a missing 19-year-old woman. Keeley Lipscombe, 19, is missing from Morriston, Swansea and was last seen at her home address around late afternoon today. If you have any
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Police launch appeal to find missing 36-year-old man
South Wales Police are appealing for information after a 36-year-old was reported missing. Laurence White, 36 is missing from Riverside, Cardiff and was last seen at his home address at 4.30pm today. If you have any information contact South
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Gambler stole £75,000 from dead people while working as financial services boss
A GAMBLER stole £75,000 from the estates of the dead while working as a financial services boss. Corey Casagrande, 37, from Newport was a team leader for a city firm called Target Financial Services, prosecutor Hashim Salmman said. The defendant
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Monday Night Football TV date for County as games move to avoid Dragons clashes
NEWPORT County AFC’s League Two trip to Bradford City has been moved to a Monday for live coverage on Sky Sports. The Exiles’ game at Valley Parade will be played on Monday, October 7 (kick-off 8pm) and shown on the broadcaster’s main channel for
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Family celebrate five generations for the second time as baby is born
A family from Pontypool who featured in the newspaper in 2005 to celebrate five generations has welcomed a new baby into the world. The new-born's mother, Courtney Richardson, 19, was the baby in the 2005 photograph. Courtney gave birth to
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'It's disgusting': Woman finds temporary accommodation riddled with bedbugs
A YOUNG woman has been left disgusted after she found bedbugs in the mattress provided in her temporary accommodation. Becky Rogers, 25, from Newport, was forced into temporary accommodation from the council after she was evicted from her previous
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Plans set out for controversial replacement 3G pitch
Controversial plans to install a new all-weather sports pitch in Risca have moved a step closer. Caerphilly County Borough Council wants to remove the existing Artificial Turf Pitch (ATP) at Risca Leisure Centre and replace it with a more modern
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LOOK: Classic cars wow the crowds at show
HUNDREDS of visitors with a passion for classic cars flocked to Brynmawr town centre on Sunday for a brilliant display of vehicles. Motorbikes, Minis, camper vans, sports cars and more were proudly on display as classic car lovers met up to show
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Petition to save disabled children's centre that's due to close this week
A PETITION calling for a service for children with additional needs and disabilities to be saved from closure will be considered by a senior councillor. The Tafarn Newydd children and families service that includes a nursery and activities for
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Disqualified driver re-arrested following prison appeal
A DISQUALIFIED driver has been found and arrested following a re-appeal after a prison recall. Liam Collins, 36, of Pontypool has been recalled to prison after breaching his licence conditions. Police had issued a re-appeal to find him on
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Woman caught more than 4 times the drink-drive limit
A WOMAN has been caught when she was more than four times the drink-drive limit. Tracey Murphy, 52, from Pontypool was arrested after being at the wheel of a Nissan Micra on Cambria Street in the Griffithstown area of the town. She pleaded
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Android apps removed from Google Play due to 'malicious' spyware - the full list
Five Android applications have been removed from Google Play - the platform's official app store - after they were found to contain hidden "malicious" spyware. The five apps have already been downloaded more than 32,000 times from Google Play,
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Pictures and names released of three girls killed in Southport stabbing
THE three girls who were killed in a stabbing in Southport have been named. Merseyside Police confirmed the names of the three girls who were tragically killed as six-year-old Bebe King, seven-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe, and nine-year-old Alice
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Is Microsoft Azure down? Users report login, app and website issues
Microsoft users are reporting issues with various services including the likes of Azure today (July 30). Thousands of users are reporting website, server connection and app issues with everything from Microsoft Azure and 365 to games like Minecraft
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Duo remain sidelined as County beat the Gas in behind-closed-doors friendly
NEWPORT County AFC enjoyed a morale-boosting 2-0 friendly success against a Bristol Rovers XI on Tuesday afternoon but key men Bryn Morris and Will Evans remain sidelined. An own goal and a strike from Courtney Baker-Richardson earned the victory
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LIVE: Road closed after crash in Pontypool
3:00pm The road remains closed between the top of the road and Shop Road - follow for updates Cwmavon Road in Pontypool
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Gwent bowler aims to be a double threat for Glamorgan at Gnoll after going viral
CHEPSTOW’S Ben Kellaway with use his double threat on home soil when Glamorgan hunt another One Day Cup win against Nottinghamshire in Neath on Wednesday. The 20-year-old all-rounder caused a stir on Sunday when he claimed wickets with both right
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Missing 17-year-old found by police
A MISSING 17-year-old girl has been found, Gwent Police have confirmed. Abbi Edmonds, from Newport, had last been seen in the Bettws area of Newport at around 12.25pm on Monday 22 July. She was described as white, of slim build and around
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Met Office extends danger to life thunderstorm warning for South Wales
A yellow weather warning issued for south Wales on Thursday (August 1) due to thunderstorms has now been extended. The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning due to heavy showers and thunderstorms which will now be in place across most
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Arrest warrant for Katie Price issued by Judge after she fails to attend court
An arrest warrant has been issued for Katie Price by a judge after she failed to attend a hearing relating to her bankruptcies. Insolvency and Companies Court Judge Catherine Burton said Ms Price had received “very clear warnings” that she must
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Taylor Swift shares message after stabbing in Southport
Taylor Swift has shared a message to the victims involved in the Southport stabbing. At around 11.50am yesterday (Monday, July 29) Merseyside Police were called to reports of “multiple stabbings” at a property in Hart Street where a Taylor Swift-themed
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When is it too hot to work? Your rights explained as 32C heatwave hits
The UK could be set for a heatwave this week, but what are your rights when it comes to working in extreme heat? The Met Office has forecasted temperatures as high as 30C for parts of the country this week. Chief meteorologist Frank Saunders
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'It's enabling the peace': Organiser of festival speaks about multifaith event
A NEWPORT-BASED group organised, attended and took part in a cathedral procession to collaborate for community cohesion, which one person has said was 'enabling the peace'. The Newport Islamic Society for Wales was invited to attend and perform
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Car seized after driver rams other vehicle and speeds past police car
A CAR has recently been seized off Gwent's roads after the driver was caught speeding. Officers from Gwent Police's operations unit caught the driver of the car speeding past their unmarked police car. The driver then allegedly proceeded
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Key road in Torfaen community to close for almost two months
A MAIN road in a Gwent community will be closing for just shy of two months later this week. Kings Street in Blaenavon, Pontypool, within the Torfaen county borough, is set to be closed from this Thursday for a period just under two months.
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Woman taken to hospital following crash between car and tree
A WOMAN was taken to hospital following a crash in Ebbw Vale on Monday evening. Gwent Police responded to reports of a crash in Bryn Deri in Ebbw Vale around 6.25pm on Monday, July 29. It is understood the crash involved one car and a tree
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Road closed and residents evacuated from homes as multiple crews tackle garage blaze
RESIDENTS were evacuated from their homes yesterday as a fire broke out at a nearby garage. Multiple fire crews were called to deal with the incident. South Wales Fire and Rescue Service were called to the single storey commercial garage
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Two cultural attractions face closure as council makes ‘cuts in the wrong places’
Llancaiach Fawr and Blackwood Miners’ Institute could both be “mothballed” and have their funding withdrawn by Caerphilly County Borough Council. The council is also planning to axe its Meals Direct service in November and set up an alternative
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Wildfire breaks out in grass area near popular Gwent pond
1:57pm As the fire has now been extinguished, we will be closing the live blog. Thank you for following.
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Teen being questioned over 'ferocious' stabbings at holiday club was born in Wales
A TEENAGER being questioned by police over 'ferocious' stabbings at a dance class in Southport was born in Wales. The 17-year-old boy was born in Cardiff after his family moved in Britain apparently from Rwanda - then moved north to Merseyside
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All you need to know about hockey as Team GB seeks more gold at 2024 Olympics
Team GB has a rich history of field hockey success at the Olympics. At Seoul in 1988, the men's squad won gold, beating West Germany 3-1 in the final including a brace from Imran Sherwani. Team GB’s women won bronze in front of the home crowds
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Aldi to reimburse shoppers up to £100 if they miss Team GB Olympic gold medals
Aldi has announced that it will be reimbursing some shoppers who miss out on Team GB gold medal-winning moments at the Olympics. The supermarket is encouraging the nation to get behind the Olympic team and enjoy watching the games. As part
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The Only Fools and Horses star who quit acting and now has a different career
An Only Fools and Horses star remembered fondly by fans has revealed how he quit acting to pursue a totally different career. Daniel Peacock, who played ‘Mental Mickey’ in a single episode of the popular BBC sitcom in 1985, spoke about his new
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How do you know if a speed camera caught you? Find out if there's a way to check
Hundreds of thousands of motorists are caught speeding in the UK every year, but is there a way of telling if you are one of them? The minimum penalty for speeding is a £100 fine and three penalty points added to your licence. In certain circumstances
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'A global superstar who deserves to break records and win plaudits'
All too often politicians will use articles like this to either defend an unpopular policy or attack an opponent. But now and again it is important to take a step back and celebrate something that unites us. Because every so often, a superstar
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An Urban Beach event is set to take over Newport city centre
An Urban Beach event is set to take over a city square this week. Newport Now BID is bringing the beach-themed event to John Frost Square between August 2 and August 27. The Urban Beach will take up a stretch of square 23m x 4m and will see
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A Blaenau Gwent sports club has remodelled its clubhouse
A Blaenau Gwent sports club has remodelled its clubhouse. In 2019, Blaina RFC and Blaina Cricket Club merged to form the Blaina Community Sports Club, managing their shared sports ground. After five years of successful operation, the club decided
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Community group breathes new life into Fishpond Park
A community group has breathed new life into a pond with the help of a funding scheme. The Friends of Fishpond Park group, in Panteg, cared for the fishpond as part of their park maintenance duties. In April, they secured £1,000 from Bron Afon's
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Hold onto your freedom, choices and independence with Helping Hands home care
There is no place like home to live your happiest and healthiest life with Helping Hands Home Care. Helping Hands has been an endorsed private home care provider for over 35 years, with family values placed strongly at their core. Helping Hands
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Soul singer Beverley Knight to perform at Child of Wales Awards
Soul singer Beverley Knight MBE is set to headline the Child of Wales Awards 2024. The Queen of British Soul, who has graced the music scene for more than 25 years, will take to the stage at Swansea Arena on Friday, September 27. Ms Knight,
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Caerphilly business donates £1,000 to toybox project
A Caerphilly business has given £1,000 to a toybox project. X-Press Legal Services South Wales, specialises in a wrap-around service for conveyancers, and chose to assist the Toybox Project CIC as part of its 25th anniversary celebrations.
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Council scheme offering funding for enterprises
Up to £50,000 is being offered to aid long-term financial stability for eight Torfaen social enterprises. Torfaen is home to more than 30 social enterprises according to estimates, including social care providers, recycling initiatives, and food
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Newbridge Post Office opens at new location with more hours
The Newbridge Post Office has officially opened at its new location. Caerphilly mayor, Cllr Julian Simmonds, officially opened the post office at its new Premier Store location on July 26. The post office, managed by experienced postmistress
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Abergavenny theatre announces a diverse autumn programme
An Abergavenny theatre has released its autumn programme brimming with shows for all tastes and ages. Borough Theatre's line-up provides productions for drama lovers, young people and families, classical music connoisseurs, and community groups
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Teenagers crashed into taxi driver at high speed during race causing serious injury
Two young men from Newport have been handed suspended sentences after crashing into a taxi driver whilst driving two times the speed limit. Adam Ali, 21, of Lloyd Street, Liswerry and Connor Llewellyn-Sinclair, 22 of Caerleon Road, St Julians,
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Scientists say 'life on Earth may have began sooner,' after new evidence
WELSH scientists believe we are a lot older than we thought - and life on earth may have began 1.5 billion years earlier than believed. A team of scientists have uncovered evidence which may shatter the broadly accepted opinions that first sign
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Gwent station improves accessibility, making moves to be 'step-free'
A GWENT train station has been undergoing major changes to install lifts to step towards accessibility for wheelchair users, those with pushchairs or heavy luggage, with the next phase of the project set to take place next week. Work is continuing
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Almost £10m approved for vital community enhancing projects
MORE THAN £9m of capital funding has been approved as part of extra funding towards a number of projects in one area of Gwent. Caerphilly County Borough Council Cabinet have approved a report to allocate further funding towards the councils ambitious
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Major railway operator announces timetable changes which could affect thousands
A TRAIN operator has announced that it will introduce month-long timetable changes to address "performance and reliability issues" due to on-the-day cancellations. CrossCountry, a major railway operator with journeys going to and from Wales, is
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Man accused of defrauding women out of £9,000 appears in court
A MAN has been accused of defrauding women out of £9,000. Barry Mcanally, 46, from Cwmbran is alleged to have swindled two complainants out of £6,125 and £3,842.50 in the town between July 1, 2021 and April 30, 2022. The defendant is set to