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TV Licence £1,000 fine warning for millions of Netflix viewers
Millions of Netflix viewers in the UK have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000 if they do not have a TV licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what
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Former Greggs site in major shopping centre confirmed to be another eatery
THE Greggs store in Cwmbran announced it would relocate to a new and bigger location in one of the biggest Gwent shopping centres. Now, it has been confirmed that another eatery will be replacing it in the old unit. Earlier this year, it was
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Hairspray is a dazzling ball of energy and excitement straight from the 60s
Where to start when reviewing such a beloved musical theatre classic as Hairspray? As someone who loves the movie musical but was new to seeing the stage production, I went into the show having a fairly strong idea of what to expect but knowing
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'Lessons continue to be learnt' after murder of toddler
A multi-agency review of the circumstances around the death of a Pembrokeshire toddler Lola James has been published today (Thursday, August 1) with hopes an action plan will "ensure lessons continue to be learnt". Two-year-old Lola died in hospital
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Are you £100k richer? 2 Wales winners claim major prize in Premium Bonds August draw
If you own premium bonds, this could be your lucky day as two people in Wales have won £100,000 each in the August 2024 draw. National Savings and Investment (NS&I) has announced the August 2024 Premium Bonds winners. This month's draw
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City pub rapped after police raise ‘public safety’ concerns over incidents
Brewery firm Greene King has vowed to improve its standards at the Man of Gwent pub in Newport after police flagged concerns about public safety. An underage person was reportedly able to drink there “unchallenged”, and in a separate incident a
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Meet the dog looking for a new home after a year at animal shelter
A NEWPORT animal shelter is appealing to find a home for a dog who has been with them for almost a year. It comes on the day - August 1 - that Animal welfare charity the RSPCA says it the busiest of the summer, when it typically receives a report
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Shards of glass found in mound of earth 'dumped' by council in park
A 'health hazard' in a children’s playground was left by the council as part of their creation of a new park. Park users reported a ‘mysterious’ mound of mud dumped in The Danes Playground in a residential area of Chepstow containing shards of
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Man in court charged with producing class-B drugs
A MAN has appeared before Newport Magistrates' Court, charged with producing a controlled drug in the city following a police operation at a property on Wednesday (July 31). Gwent Police received reports of a man that was 'trespassing' at a house
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Warning for DWP Universal Credit claimants ahead of payment changes this month
Universal Credit, PIP, and other benefit claimants may find their payments affected by the bank holiday later this month. Monday, August 26, is a bank holiday, meaning payments from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) won’t be made on this
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Police appeal launch appeal to find man recalled to prison
Gwent Police are appealing to anyone with information about the whereabouts of a man being recalled to prison. Jake James, 30, of the Caerphilly area, has breached his licence conditions after being released from prison on Monday 8 April and is
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Welsh Fire's brilliant chase at Lord's condemns Spirit to first Hundred defeat
WELSH Fire completed their highest-ever chase in The Women’s Hundred to inflict a first defeat of this year’s competition on London Spirit at Lord’s. West Indies star Hayley Matthews did the damage with an unbeaten 78 from 46 balls – her highest
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Out of this world! Woman scoffs rocket lolly after sweet treat blasted into space
A woman chomped down on an 'out-of-this-world' rocket-shaped ice lolly after it was blasted into SPACE. The blonde bombshell named Kyra can be seen sinking her teeth into the Iceland rocket lolly after it was catapulted to the edge of space.
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The Royal Mint has revealed the 10 rarest 50p coins in circulation today
We are all being urged to check our change, as we could be sitting on a fortune we didn’t even know about. The Royal Mint has revealed its top ten rarest 50 pence coins currently in circulation. Since moving to pounds and pence in 1971, more
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Newport RFC line up Dragons game at Rodney Parade to toast 150th anniversary
NEWPORT RFC hope to take on the Dragons this season to toast their 150th anniversary. The Black and Ambers get preparations for the Super Rygbi Cymru season under way on Saturday when they travel to Usk, who are celebrating the same milestone.
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Ex-Wales rugby player found not guilty of assaulting schoolboy
A FORMER Wales rugby player accused of assaulting a child has been cleared by a jury after they found him not guilty. Teacher Matthew Back, 54, was acquitted of assault occasioning actual bodily harm against a boy at a school in Caerphilly county
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Popular Indian takeaway announces shock closure to 'devastated' community
A popular Indian takeaway based in Malpas announces shock closure with immediate effect. Ajwa Indian Takeaway at 367 Malpas Road announced their closure on July 29 on their Facebook page blaming it on ‘unforeseen circumstances.’ A spokesperson
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Television show looking for applicants from Gwent borough for new series
A CHANNEL 4 reality show is looking for applicants from Gwent for their latest series. Come Dine With Me, a show where four strangers compete to host the best dinner party for a prize of £1,000, is after applicants from Caerphilly for their newest
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‘Yobbish’ mother-of-four assaulted two young autistic men in town centre
A WOMAN assaulted two young autistic men walking in a town centre in acts of alcohol-fuelled violence condemned as “unprovoked and loutish”. Mother-of-four Rebecca Thomas, 38, attacked her victims near the bandstand opposite Caerphilly Castle during
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Grandfather left man with fractured eye socket after attacking him with rounders bat
A GRANDFATHER left a man in hospital with a fractured eye socket and a bleed on the brain after attacking him with a rounders bat. Wayne Jones assaulted Steven Chapman outside the defendant’s home in the Rogerstone area of Newport after chasing
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Watch the emotional moment a man with hearing problems was able to hear again
This is the emotional moment a man with the hearing of a 60-year-old tried on a hearing aid for the first time. David Tester, 36, had struggled with his hearing for approximately two years before he finally went to get it tested. David, who
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16 year old boy missing in Caerphilly has been found by Gwent Police
The sixteen year old boy reported missing in Caerphilly overnight has been found, says Gwent Police. Gwent Police released this statement early this morning, August 1: "We’re appealing for information to find Alex Idrissi, from Elliots Town, Caerphilly
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'We've taken the stairs, not the elevator' - The rise of Trethomas to Cymru South
TRETHOMAS Bluebirds have taken the stairway to Cymru South heaven and don’t intend to change their ways. The Ardal South East champions will aim to continue their strong start to the season when they host Baglan Dragons in the second round of the
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Road closure affecting residential areas in Newport
THE ‘lane of doom’ will be shut for one day due to essential maintenance works, causing drivers to divert through Ponthir. The Pillmawr Road lanes connecting Malpas and Caerleon will be closed for one day, on August 1. A spokesperson for Newport
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What is power of attorney? Protecting your loved ones finances
Power of attorney is one of the most significant responsibilities you can take on. By making sure your loved one’s voice is heard when they no longer can express their true preferences, you can dramatically improve their overall quality of life
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Aldi announces plans to create 1,000 jobs as new stores open
Aldi is set to create 1,000 jobs in new stores across the UK between now and the end of the year. The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket, which has more than 1,020 stores, currently employs over 45,000 people. Roles available will include managerial
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Met Office weather warning for South Wales: live updates
2:31pm Today marks one of the hottest days of the year for South Wales as Newport reaches 29 degrees Celsius.
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How often should you clean your washing machine filter? What happens if you don't
Out of all the regular cleaning jobs we force ourselves to do, cleaning a washing machine oozing with odour is probably most people’s least favourite – particularly when it comes to the filter. Many of us will go months (maybe even years) without
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New-look County taking shape in countdown to season but question marks over duo
NEWPORT County AFC lined up without both Bryn Morris and Will Evans in the starting line-up just twice in League Two last season, but there are big question marks over the pair for the opener at Cheltenham. The Exiles have had a big summer rebuild
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TV Licence £1,000 fine warning for millions of Netflix viewers
Millions of Netflix viewers in the UK have been warned they could face fines of up to £1,000 if they do not have a TV licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence if they watch or record live TV, regardless of what
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The Edenstone Group has appointed a new chief executive
The Edenstone Group has appointed a new chief executive. Glyn Mabey has taken on the role, leading the company's transition and growth into a fully mixed tenure residential developer. Moving forward, the group's co-founder Martin Taylor will
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Annual golf charity event set for St David's Hospice Care
An annual golf tournament for St David's Hospice Care will be taking place in September. The charity golf day is set for Thursday, September 26 at Newport Golf Club. The event hopes to see golfers join to play a round of 18 holes, followed
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Caerphilly company is celebrating decade of business
Mech Tech, a recruitment firm from Caerphilly, has recently celebrated 10 years in business. Founded in 2014 by managing director Jonathan Hann, the company has become a well-known agency for recruitment in the engineering, construction, and environmental
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Amazing to see app that's helping people with dementia who struggle as daylight fades
On a recent visit to Age Connects Torfaen, I was reminded how during the pandemic we tried to find ways of holding each other close while physically apart. Age Connects Torfaen, a charity with 30 years’ experience of supporting people living with
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Pay award welcomed by Gwent police and crime commissioner
The Gwent police and crime commissioner has welcomed the announcement of a pay award for police officers. A 4.75 per cent increase was confirmed by the Home Office. Police officers across the country will see their pay rise from Friday, September
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Gwent Police reveals Monmouth neighbourhood ward manager
Gwent Police has appointed an officer to work with the communities in Monmouth as the new neighbourhood ward manager. Police constable Ashley Teague, who has previously served as a response officer across Monmouth and Abergavenny, will now focus
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Open auditions planned for Riverfront Theatre's pantomime
Open auditions will take place in Newport in September for a pantomime. The Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre are seeking young performers aged nine to 14 to join the Young Company of their upcoming 2024 Dick Whittington pantomime. Aspiring
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Older people being encouraged to travel with new scheme
People aged 60 and over are being given the opportunity to explore south Wales thanks to a new initiative. Stagecoach and Age Cymru have teamed up to create The Grand Day Out, allowing older people to travel free on their concessionary bus passes
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School where 'relationships are everything' celebrates glowing Estyn report
A SECONDARY school in Blackwood is celebrating a glowing recent Estyn inspection. Ysgol Gyfun Cwm Rhymni, in Fleur-de-Lis, Blackwood, have recently celebrated their successful Estyn report following a positive school inspection. Estyn inspect
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Petrol station shop and residents at odds over alcohol sales plan
The owners of a petrol station shop are “very, very confident there won’t be a problem” with antisocial behaviour if it wins a bid to start selling alcohol. The Asda Express shop on Newport Road, Trethomas, has applied for permission to begin off-sales
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Country Park improvements to be funded thanks to rail firm grant
FUNDING from a rail company will be used for improvements at Rogiet Country Park. A £10,000 grant from GWR’s customer and community improvement grant fund will be used to provide new direction and welcome signs at the park entrance and signs directing
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Hundreds sign petition to save heritage site from closure
A petition to stop the closure of Blackwood Miners’ Institute has attracted more than 1,000 signatures in its first 24 hours, as backers call for the “important asset” to be saved. Caerphilly County Borough Council has earmarked the venue, along
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Man denies threatening to petrol bomb his mum’s house and car
A MAN is to go on trial after he pleaded not guilty to threatening to petrol bomb his mother’s house and car. Ryan Walker, 28, of Tewkesbury Walk, Newport denied committing the alleged offence in the city on January 6. The defendant is set
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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 and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court. WESLEY ANTHONY SMITH, 58, of Chepstow Road, Newport was banned from driving for 16 months after he pleaded guilty to drug driving with a cocaine derivative
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More details needed for councils to act on police concerns admits chief
SOCIAL workers need more details from police when dealing with referrals about vulnerable people and children, a top cop has admitted. Superintendent Mike Richards, of Gwent Police, was questioned about referrals from police to social services
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Thug knocked out man’s tooth outside fish and chip shop in unprovoked assault
A THUG knocked out a man’s tooth outside a fish and chip shop in an unprovoked assault that was alcohol-fuelled. Matthew Fletcher punched Ron Perry to the ground with a single blow outside the business on Buxton Court in the Lansbury Park area