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Woeful Dragons slip to familiar territory in URC after heavy loss at Connacht
THE Dragons finished off the first block of the United Rugby Championship with their poorest performance when beaten 31-7 by Connacht. The Rodney Parade club were always going to find it tough to repeat their 2021 win at the Sportsground but the
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Jardim: I've showed that I will make the brave calls to chase wins with County
NEWPORT County AFC manager Nelson Jardim believes that the open finish to the goalless draw with Fleetwood shows that he will make the brave calls to go for wins. The Exiles shared the spoils in League Two for the first time since New Year’s Day
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Woman jailed for assault at Newport Central police station
A WOMAN has been jailed for attacking an emergency worker at Newport Central police station. Cindy Taylor, 48, from Pontypool was found guilty after a trial of the assault by beating of a custody detention officer on June 20. The defendant,
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County finally share the spoils after penalty saved in goalless draw at Parade
NEWPORT County AFC shared the spoils in League Two for the first time since New Year’s Day after a goalless draw with Fleetwood at Rodney Parade. The Exiles picked up their first point under head coach Nelson Jardim to make it a strong week after
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South Wales artists showcased in Cwmbran 75th Anniversary exhibition
Little known and under appreciated, the local artists of South Wales shine in the Llantarnam Grange pop-up exhibition celebrating 75 years of Cwmbran! The exhibition was open to people of all ages, abilities and styles with the aim of bringing
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Family-owned dessert parlour scores 'Best Dessert Outlet' award
A FAMILY-OWNED dessert shop have been celebrating after they secured a huge win at the Food Awards Wales 2024. Octopus Lounge in Newport was named 'Best Dessert Outlet' at the Food Awards Wales in a glitzy ceremony at the Coal Exchange Hotel in
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Nostalgia: Newport's beloved Belle Vue Park through the years
THERE are many places across Newport that people have loved to visit for more than 100 years. Check out our gallery above of pictures from all the years gone by to find out why this is one of many people's favourite places to spend their free
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Eight-bedroom Newport house with swimming pool and 'leisure complex' for sale
AN EIGHT-BEDROOM Newport home that is two houses knocked into one with a swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna is up for sale for £950,000. The property, which has a self-contained annexe, in Risca Road in the city has been listed by agents Mr and Mrs
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Man has to wait hours in 'horrendous conditions' after falling in popular high street
AN ELDERLY man waited for four hours for an ambulance after dislocating and breaking his hip after falling on a busy high street. The 85-year-old was left on the floor of Chepstow High Street, being assisted by two police officers and members of
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AS IT HAPPENED: County v Fleetwood - Exiles draw after penalty is saved
5:09pm Final scores in #SkyBetLeagueTwo!#EFL pic.twitter.com/2e3YB7BLz6 — Sky Bet League Two (@SkyBetLeagueTwo)
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Man jailed for 24 years for historical sexual offences
A MAN has been jailed for 24 years for sexual offences dating back to the 1970s. Peter David Long, 66, pleaded guilty on August 21, 2024, to six counts of sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 years and 13 counts of indecent assault. The
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You could be the proud owner of a public toilet. See why you'd want it, here
A public toilet that could be repurposed for ‘commercial use’ is on the market in Pembrokeshire. John Francis are offering the chance to purchase a former toilet block located in Fishguard town centre for £45,000. The facility is currently
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Aldi apologises as it discontinues 'best ever' chocolate that had fans 'addicted'
Aldi has apologised after confirming it has discontinued a chocolate bar described by fans as "literally the best ever". Aldi is the fourth-largest supermarket in the UK, and consumer champion Which? has named it the UK’s cheapest supermarket for
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The Neon in Newport is set to reopen its doors!
A FORMER Newport multi-functional venue is set to reopen its doors as a live wrestling venue. The Neon, located between Clarence Place and Usk Road, is a popular venue offering various entertainment facilities such as a cinema, live concerts, and
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Council backs campaign to keep Crown Estate revenue in Wales
A GWENT council will back a campaign for revenues raised in the name of the King in Wales to be spent in the country. The Crown Estate earns its income from a £16 billion property portfolio across the UK, including off shore, and is an set up
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Cash and illegal tobacco seized by police and trading standards officers
POLICE officers seized a large quantity of illegal tobacco as part of a joint operation on Friday. Members of the Pill neighbourhood policing team partnered up with Newport City Council's Trading Standards officers to conduct a warrant in the
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Visit the pub that got its name from a sibling argument from the 1880s
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 Goose and Cuckoo Inn, Abergavenny. Sallie Phillips reports. There's a distinct family
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Do pensioners pay tax? What happens when you start to receive your pension
UK employees pay tax each month with a chunk of their earnings made out to the government, but how does this differ when you become a pensioner? Whether you’re looking forward to retirement or hoping it doesn’t come around fast, you might be wondering
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Do SAD Lamps work and how effective are they? Where to buy and how to use them
Now the days are turning darker and winter is slowly approaching, some people may start to be impacted by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It is a type of depression that comes and goes depending on the season, according to the NHS. The mood
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Promising centre Westwood one of Dragons' ever-presents and learning fast
AFTER getting a taste for professional rugby at the end of last season, Joe Westwood is flourishing from being one of just eight Dragons ever-presents in the first block of the United Rugby Championship. The promising centre will make his sixth
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County aim to make up for Chesterfield slip-up on return to Rodney Parade
NEWPORT County AFC ended their losing streak on Tuesday and now boss Nelson Jardim wants to make up for a poor night on home soil last time out at Rodney Parade. The Exiles entertain Fleetwood in League Two with the aim of building on the 2-0 win
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These are the 6 reasons you should never dry your clothes on a radiator
With winter fast approaching, and the weather starting to take a damp turn, many people will be finding it more and more difficult to dry their clothes outdoors. And as tempting as it may seem to avoid using the tumble dryer and instead take advantage
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Gear up for post-clock change cycling
Cyclists are being urged to get themselves ready for the clocks going back on Sunday October 27 and the changes this means for their commute. Cycle and e-bike insurer cycleGuard has these tips to help cyclists make the most of winter cycling:
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Dogs Trust launches appeal to find homes for dogs this festive season
With Christmas approaching fast, Dogs Trust is on a mission to find the dogs in its care the one Christmas gift they all want – a home for life. Dogs Trust’s rehoming centres in Cardiff and Bridgend are currently home to 158 dogs and the charity
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Hospital pharmacy team gets a visit from sector president
The president of the Royal Pharmaceutical Society has visited The Grange University Hospital, near Cwmbran, to meet its pharmacy team. During the visit Professor Claire Anderson got to learn more about how the team works alongside other departments
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Happy Hallowe'en - our readers have been out picking pumpkins
As we get closer to Hallowe'en our readers have been out picking their pumpkins from patches across the area. We asked them to share them with us on our Facebook page and here is a small selection of the images we were sent.
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Young scientists win university awards
Young scientists from a Torfaen Welsh medium school have won two university science awards. Year 11 pupils at Ysgol Gymraeg Gwynllyw Gwenan Dickenson, Rhys Matthias, Lowri Harrington and Owen Spinks were presented with a commemorative award for
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New city centre venue welcomes thousands of guests in first few months
More than 11,000 people have attended events at the The Corn Exchange in the eight months since opened its doors in Newport city centre. The venue opened back in March with a sell-out night of music courtesy of Caldicot’s The Bug Club. Since
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Thousands enjoy light, sound and fire installation at Tintern Abbey
A stunning light show in the heart of the Wye Valley was enjoyed by more than 2,500 people. Tintern Abbey was lit up with light, sound and fire for Shadows of Tintern, as it was reimagined for two nights by artists Mark Anderson, a visual sound
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Recruitment process ineffective for many businesses, study
One in four business leaders say their company’s growth is being held back by ineffective talent acquisition, according to new survey. SmartRecruiters research found 34 per cent of business leaders were unsure they’ve hired the right people.
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This Welsh town is predicted to spend the most on energy this winter
A town in Wales is predicted to spend the most on energy this autumn and winter, according to research by QR Code Generator. The firm scored each area in England and Wales out of 100 based on their average temperature between October 2023 and March
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Get active this half-term with all sorts of adventures
Youngsters in Caerphilly County Borough will have the chance to try all sorts of activities this half term. From adventure days and swimming lessons to sports camps, Caerphilly County Borough Council has come up with this list making sure there
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Valleys warehouse business aims to increase workforce to more than 40
A Valleys business which aims to increase its workforce from 15 to more than 40 by the end of 2026 has been visited by a Welsh politician. Rhianon Passmore, MS for Islwyn, joined United Kingdom Warehousing Association chief executive Clare Bottle
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Museums festival is packed with fun for half term
A festival which aims to get families into museums across the region this half-term has been launched. Between October 26 and November 3 more than 45 museums across Wales will host a week of free and fun activities for all ages, with a new Wales
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Ikea opens pop-up in this Gwent shopping area
Ikea has come to Newport after joining forces with project with Newport City Homes. The Cardiff branch of the popular furniture story has launched a sustainable living pop-up on Skinner Street in the city centre. The project will which provide
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Welsh Lib Dems calls for windfall to be used to stop winter fuel payment cuts
Welsh Lib Dems are calling to the UK Government to use an Octopus Energy windfall to stop winter fuel payment cuts. It claims the Treasury is set to receive a £1.5 billion windfall from Octopus Energy, while the cost of reinstating the winter fuel
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Camp Fantastic is bringing fun to youngsters in this area
Camp Fantastic is expanding into Wales and is partnering with Rougemont School in Newport to bring a one-of-a-kind camp experience to the area. The camp, which runs until November 1 at the school will offer a blend of fun, education, and hands-on
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Newport and Caerphilly among best stargazing spots in Wales
Newport and Caerphilly are among the best places in Wales to stargaze, according to new research. With the sun hitting a solar peak energy, now is an ideal time to enjoy the sights of the night sky. Research by Millets has ranked Newport as
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Poignant replica of Charge of the Lightbrigade horse unveiled in city
Newport's Tredegar House is commemorating the 170th anniversary of the Charge of the Light Brigade with a replica of Godfrey Morgan’s military horse ‘Sir Briggs’. The exact replica is created in willow, stands 15 hands high, and is draped in more
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Gwent MP welcomes “biggest review of the water sector since its privatisation”
A Gwent MP has welcomed what she called the “biggest review of the water sector since its privatisation”. Ruth Jones, MP for Newport West and Islwyn, was speaking after the Welsh and UK governments launched an independent water commission to clean
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Council chiefs quizzed over leisure and library cuts
Council chiefs warned of “no fat left to cut” with leisure centres and libraries across Wales facing the threat of closure due to “unprecedented” financial constraints. The Senedd culture committee took evidence from councils on October 24 during
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Credit union has launched special Christmas loan
A credit union with more than 27 years experience is inviting residents of Gwent to apply for a special Christmas load to start saving for next year's festive season. Gateway Credit Union helps residents of Torfaen, Monmouthshire and surrounding
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Rogerstone ticket holder scoops top prize in lottery
A lucky ticket holder from Rogerstone has won the top prize in the latest St David's Hospice Care lottery draw. The ticket number was 100523. The second prize of £500 went to ticket number 500765, from Newport, while another Rogerstone ticket
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NRW cracks down on illegal river works to protect communities
Enforcement action by Natural Resources Wales against those that have carried out unpermitted works in and around rivers in South Wales has helped reduce flood risk to people and wildlife living in these areas. In south east Wales, a contractor
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Third of drivers will shun an EV when buying their car
More than one in three petrol and diesel car owners intend to shun electric when they buy their next car, according to new research. The study by The Green Insurer, found that more needs to be done to drive electric vehicle uptake, with 35 per
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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. MORGAN NESSLING, 23, of Arthur Bliss Road, Newport must pay £197 in a fine, costs and a surcharge after pleading guilty to a public order offence on
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Company to take over one of the top historic rugby clubs in Wales
RESPONSIBILITY for looking after the home of one of the top historic rugby clubs in Wales has been passed over from Blaenau Gwent councillors to a company. At a special council meeting on Thursday, October 24, county borough councillors re-visited
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Council agrees in tight vote public can have its say on plan for 2,000 new homes
A PLAN setting out new employment sites and land for 2,000 homes will be open for public consultation afer the narrowest of votes. Monmouthshire County Council agreed by just one vote to move to the next stage of asking the public for its views
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Folk band secures National Lottery grant of more than £12,000
A FOLK and bagpipe band based in Cwmbran have had their future secured after being awarded a community grant of more than £12,000. Piping Hot Folk Band, a fiercely proud Welsh-Celtic band, have recently been given a grant of £12,915 from the National
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‘The people make Newport’: What would the locals not change about their city?
Newport locals said the things they would not change about their city are the people, the public transport and the local pubs. For some residents the best part of Newport is the people. Craig Sheen, 39, is from Newport and he said the city
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Domestic abuser who shouted 'I am going to get you' through victim's letterbox jailed
A DRUNKEN thug, previously living in Pontypool, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after breaching a restraining order by trying to break in to his former partner's home. Samuel McIlveen, 32, from Belfast, threw a tree branch at his ex-partners
