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GALLERY: Action pictures as County finish pre-season with draw at Hereford
NEWPORT County AFC will head into their League Two campaign on the back of a goalless friendly draw at Hereford FC. The Exiles fired a blank at Edgar Street in their final hit-out before the proper stuff starts at Whaddon Road against Cheltenham
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7 speed camera myths debunked from the 10% rule to alerting other drivers
Ever since the first speed camera was installed in the UK back in 1991, drivers have been trying to trick the system and avoid being caught. avoid being caught. Welsh transport minister, Ken Skates, revealed on Tuesday (April 23) that the government
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Police prevent stolen car pursuit entering busy town with quick tactic
A stolen car was stopped by Gwent Police in joint work with South Wales Police last night. A stinger device and TPAC tactic were used to prevent the pursuit entering a busy town. A stinger device allows officers to impede or stop the movement
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The former coaching inn turned pub beloved by an iconic English poet
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 the Hanbury Arms on Hanbury Close in Caerleon. Sallie Phillips Reports. Once a traditional
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Shoplifter jailed for stealing alcohol from Tesco he was banned from
A SERIAL shoplifter has been jailed after he stole alcohol from the store that he's banned from. Christopher Wainfur, 38, is barred from Tesco Express on Caerleon Road in Newport after a criminal behaviour order was imposed last month. But
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Historic barn conversion with modern features in 1.5 acres for sale
AN historic barn conversion with modern features is on the market in Torfaen and comes complete with 1.5 acres of land. Located in the picturesque area of Croesyceiliog in Cwmbran, Cider Mill Barn is a countryside property that would serve as the
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Beachley Boys remember the Army Apprentice College that 'turned them into men'
Remembering the Army Apprentice College in Chepstow that trained thousands of soldiers for the British Army. The Army Apprentices College in Beachley first opened to its future soldiers in February 1924 and the college taught young boys how to
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How to find where ants are coming from in the house - 5 things you need to do
Spotted hundreds of ants crawling under your chopping board in the kitchen or by the back door to your house? The first thing you will want to do is work out where they are coming from to try and stop any more from moving in and infesting your
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Spiritual and well-being fayre with independent stalls takes place tomorrow
A spiritual and well-being fayre with lots planned is being held at White Hut Community Centre in Cwmbran. There will be over 16 independent stalls with all things spiritual, well-being and self-care between 11am and 4pm tomorrow (Sunday, August
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Urgent appeal to find missing man, 65, from South Wales
South Wales Police are appealing to anyone with information on the whereabouts of a 65-year-old man. Adrian Key, 65, missing from Beddau, has links to the Talbot Green area. If you have any information contact South Wales Police with the
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Locked Up: Thugs, killer driver and drug dealers jailed
THESE six defendants were recently handed prison sentences for crimes such as causing grievous bodily harm, drug dealing and causing death by dangerous driving. We look at their cases. Wesley Davies (Image: Wesley Davies. South Wales Police
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Perfume stall owner begins selling e-bikes in shopping centre
A PERFUME stall owner and entrepreneur has started selling e-bikes to shoppers in a major shopping centre in Newport. Owner of UK Inspired Fragrance, Favad Sheikh, has been a resident of Newport since 1993 and in the sales business for more than
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These are 5 'innocent' ways you could be breaking the law this summer
Summer is here! ( Well...kind of) and experts have warned Brits that they could be breaking the law in these five 'innocent' ways. We might find ourselves getting out in the great outdoors in the coming weeks ( with hopefully some nice weather
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The Olympics has one glaring flaw - the abysmal coverage that's turned me bald
Over the past few days, we have been treated to some golden moments at the 2024 Paris Olympics. From Andy Murray giving us heart attacks, twice, to Max Whitlock bringing us heartache, we've had it all. There's just been one glaring problem. The
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'Do not eat': Morrisons and Hovis crumpets may contain 'pieces of metal'
Popular Morrisons and Hovis brand crumpets have been recalled because they may contain small pieces of metal. Various Rathbones Kear crumpets are “unsafe to eat” due to the presence of metal. The affected products are the Morrisons Crumpets
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Newport RFC aim to help promising prospects to bounce back to pro ranks
NEWPORT RFC hope that they can help talented youngsters secure a return to the professional ranks by shining in the upcoming Super Rygbi Cymru season. The Black and Ambers begin their preparations for the inaugural SRC, which begins on September
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I spent 2 nights in the Dramatic Heart of Wales and this is why it's worth visiting
Living in the Midlands, there are lots of places that I can travel to within 2-3 hours but it’s easy to forget what lovely sights are on the doorstep. Having only visited Wales for a couple of hours for a netball match with my university team,
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Hospice fundraising events to mark on your calendar
There are a range of events taking place throughout the rest of the year to raise money for St David's Hospice Foundation. The events range from charity walks, rides and rows to summer socials and the 'kolor dash'. The first event, known as
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Post Office operators in Wales asked to inform inquiry
Post Office operators in Wales are being urged to share their experiences to aid the inquiry into the Post Office scandal. The independent inquiry is focused on the Horizon IT system failures that led to the wrongful prosecution of sub-postmasters
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Chance to say what you want to see at Monmouth museum
Monmouthshire residents can have a say on what exhibitions they would like to see in a county museum. Shire Hall Museum is asking residents and tourists for their opinions on future displays. MonLife Heritage is moving Monmouth Museum into
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Police renew appeal into missing Newbridge man on birthday
Gwent Police has renewed its appeal to find a missing Newbridge man – on what would have been his 36th birthday. Kyle Vaughan was 24 when he was last seen at around 11.45pm on December 30, 2012. His car – a silver Peugeot 306 – was involved in
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Dad speaks on missing out on life on missing son's birthday
The father of a missing man has been reflecting on the life he has missed out on on what would have been his 36th birthday. Kyle Vaughan has not been seen in almost 12 years after the silver Peugeot car he was driving was found abandoned on the
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Monmouthshire schools to benefit from gardening calendars
A new gardening calendar has been launched at the Royal Welsh Show, with plans for schools across Monmouthshire to adopt it. Called The School Growing Calendar, it was introduced by Adam Jones and Marianne Elliott, Monmouthshire Food Partnership
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Welsh Labour meets with union on Tata Steel's future
New Welsh Labour leader, Eluned Morgan, recently met with union officials at Tata Steel. The meeting, held at the steelworks site in Port Talbot was aimed at discussing the future of thousands of workers. Ms Morgan was joined by Welsh secretary
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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. GEMMA JONES, 33, of St Georges Court, Tredegar was sentenced to a 12-month community order after she admitted five counts of theft of goods worth £763.80 from Boots at Gwent Shopping
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Woman accused of conspiracy to supply cocaine remanded in custody
A NEWPORT woman accused of a serious cocaine trafficking allegation has been remanded in custody after she appeared before the city’s magistrates' court. Nabeela Kaid, 35, has been charged with conspiracy to supply the class A drug. She is
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Man accused of dealing drugs and attempted GBH with intent on police officer
A MAN has been accused of drug dealing and attempting to cause GBH with intent to a police officer. Alex Davies, 22, from Newport appeared before the city’s magistrates' court after being charged with a number of offences. They are: Possession
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Families can now apply for a grant to help with the cost of school essentials
FAMILIES can now apply for a grant to help with the cost of children's school essentials. Families on lower incomes with children can now apply for grant funding to cover the cost of children's school essentials, such as school uniforms, stationery
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Where you'll find speed cameras in South Wales this month including M4 and A48
There are set to be a more than 200 mobile speed cameras out and about across south Wales during August including a number on the M4. Speeding is one of the largest contributing factors to collisions on Welsh roads according to GoSafe - a partnership
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Computer and statistical experts will lead council's digital improvement drive
A BOARD of boffins is being set up to make sure a council is making the best use of digital technology and the data generated. It will include computer and IT security experts and designers alongside statisticians to examine Monmouthshire County
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Parking restrictions in historical Roman village are ‘pushing visitors away’
Hotel and restaurant guests are being fined for parking in their hotel’s own car park. Guests at the Priory Hotel and Restaurant in Caerleon have been receiving fines for parking in the onsite guest car park. Drivers have ten minutes from the
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Five Cwmbran establishments given top marks for food hygiene rating last month
STUCK for where to eat this weekend? Here are five Cwmbran restaurants and eateries given a 5 food hygiene rating in 2024. Lizzy's Café Ltd Lizzy's Café Ltd on Victoria Street in Old Cwmbran was awarded top marks on July 15, 2024 in their food