THE person behind the malicious phone call to Newport County manager John Cornforth has not even attended a match since the new boss took charge, the Argus can reveal. The club know the identity of the individual and are close to taking action and sources
HYUNDAI Accent rally driver David Higgins was crowned 2004 Kwik Fit Pirelli British Champion, following another superb finish at last weekend's Tempest Rally. This topped a remarkable year, in which his Accent WRC3 won three events, finished second once
Apologies for being a spoilsport, but it seems to be escaping quite a few people's attention that Wales lost a rugby match last Saturday. Yes, it was only by a point and yes, it was a magnificent rugby match - possibly one of the best ever in terms of
He's the nation's favourite gardener, a TV interviewer, an author of countless gardening books and novels. If that wasn't enough he is now gracing our screens as the historian of the evolution of the British Isles. Prime Time's David Barnett meets the
Buying the perfect present can often prove tricky, so we Prime Time's Rachael Popow shopping for some inspirational ideas CHRISTMAS is traditionally a time for families, but while it may be wonderful to spend the entire festive season surrounded by your
IF you are a track day enthusiast, the MG XPower SV-R is the one car you need - no trailer required. Experience track-bred exhilaration on the road to the circuit, drive straight onto the grid, and blow the competition away, in the same car. Lowered,
WALES are on a hiding to nothing when they face Japan tom-orrow night, admits Newport Gwent Dra-gons threequarter Hal Luscombe - but he backs coach Mike Ruddock's plan of attack. Scotland put a hundred points on Japan earlier this month, and the Scots
Newport Wasps skipper Craig Watson looks certain to continue riding for them next season following talks with promoter Tim Stone. And the Wasps could have a new face in their line-up next summer. Stone said: "Whenever Craig and I have had negotiations
WELCOME to this month's bumper edition of Prime Time. As the year draws to a close and we head towards Christmas we thought we'd give you some great ideas for getting the best out of the festive season. So our Christmas special looks at the best ways
THERE'S a guy in a big red suit and white beard in every shopping centre, you've still not worked out why mince pies don't have any meat in them and the bells are beginning to jingle. Yes it's Christmas time again, and if, like most people, you haven't
A counterblast against the'politically-motivated backstabbing' of the men who flew with Bomber Command has been launched by the widow of a Newport aircrew member. Mrs Muriel Rondel, whose late husband Thomas flew more than 50 missions as a tailgunner
THIS group of Newport moggies are in desperate need of a home in time for Christmas. For four months the pets have been looked after by staff at the Summerhill Vets Centre. But now the centre is full and unless loving owners can be found they may have
A NEWPORT man who was used to juggling figures is now appearing in two Christmas plays in Bristol. Dave Constant, 31, of Upton Road, Newport, appeared in the Argus last year after his dramatic decision to start an acting career after years in finance.
A NEW CCTV system is to be introduced in Trevethin to stop yobs intimidating staff and customers at local shops. Police are also seeking a dispersal order to allow them to break up gangs of youths in the area. The plans, which are in their early stages
GRACEFUL elm trees were once a common site on the British landscape until disease ravaged their numbers but their renaissance in Newport took root yesterday. Scientists have helped to develop a disease resistant species of elm and the city managed to
A CALDICOT businessman said the increase in Severn bridge tolls next year would force him to look at the possibility of moving his firm to England. Terry Hicks, managing director of plant and timber hauliers Hicks Logis-tics, said the increase in tolls
THREE Gwent lecturers yesterday lost their fight to recoup thousands of pounds in pension payments they claimed they were deliberately not told they were entitled to. An employment tribunal in Cardiff struck out the group's action for breach of contract
A TEENAGER who annoyed a neighbours by playing loud music with his bedroom window open and shouting obscenities was made the subject of an anti-social behaviour order (ASBO). Robert John Morgan, 17, of Gwaun Helyg, Hilltop, Ebbw Vale, admitted five complaints
UNLESS you've been unlucky, your car is unlikely to have ground to a half recently due to engine problems. But fifty years ago, it would have been a very different story. Back in 1954, engines were far less durable and reliable than today, a fact that
ROSE blackspot: This disease is responsible for the unsightly black or purplish spots that appear on many roses from spring onwards, later turning yellow and leading to early leaf fall. A bad attack of blackspot can virtually defoliate roses, which looks
WHILE erecting a picket fence the other day - a proper job, complete with troublesome metal anchors - I spent some of the time chewing the cud with a neighbour who happened to be walking his dog. We sorted out the world's troubles and even crept up on
PLANS are now being drawn up for the new Science and Business Park at Whitley, a joint development project between Jaguar and Coventry City Council, which is to be constructed on land adjacent to Jaguar's West Midlands-based Product Development Centre
Feeling jaded at the prospect of another Christmas at home? Then why not opt for something completely different? Ken Bennett offers a tiny taste of what is available for a Yuletide break PUT some sunshine in your stocking and treat yourself to a visit
THE Toyota Prius has been voted 2005 Car of the Year by the 58 members of the European Car of the Year jury. After two rounds of voting, the car was chosen from a list of seven finalists and declared clear winner after gathering 406 points. Tadashi Arashima
COACH Mike Ruddock, below, is out to freshen Wales up against Japan tomorrow night by bringing on new forwards as early as half-time. Ruddock has kept the faith by going for almost the same pack after their heroic efforts against the All Blacks, apart
Whether it is the office party or a family get-together, Christmas is a great time for getting dressed up. Prime Time looks at some of the fabulous frocks around THE festive season is just weeks away, so here are some fabulous ideas to make you shine
Apologies for being a spoilsport, but it seems to be escaping quite a few people's attention that Wales lost a rugby match last Saturday. Yes, it was only by a point and yes, it was a magnificent rugby match - possibly one of the best ever in terms of
In our regular series of advice columns on buying property abroad, specialist solicitors John Howell and Co look at the opportunities on offer in Bulgaria BULGARIA is a country for all seasons. It has a great coastal climate for summer sun occupying the
ENSURE your car-mad loved one doesn't get the January Blues by giving them the ultimate Christmas gift that will guarantee that if their pride and joy is stolen, the police will track it down and return it to them, sometimes within a matter of minutes
WELCOME to this month's bumper edition of Prime Time. As the year draws to a close and we head towards Christmas we thought we'd give you some great ideas for getting the best out of the festive season. So our Christmas special looks at the best ways
Christmas the season of goodwill? We can only hope. NIGEL JARRETT thinks the annual generation game can be trouble-free, give or take a spot of planning PREPARATIONS are under way in millions of homes as families decide whether to court disaster by inviting
THE Land Rover G4 Challenge recce team is breaking new ground every day, having already covered over 10,000 miles of remote terrain across southeast Asia seeking out a trailblazing route. Trekking from Thailand to the Vietnamese border, taking in Cambodia
Britain's love affair with spending will reach its peak at Christmas. NIGEL JARRETT looks at the pitfalls and how they might affect the over-50s OUR finances not so long ago used to be in the black for most of the year until Christmas, when the seasonal
BRITISHNESS, understated elegance and always an interior that is undeniably 'a better place to be' are Rover virtues that have come together in the Rover 75 Coupe concept car. The company's design team wanted to mark the first 100 years of the Rover marque
Prime Time's Isobel Fox helps you make the best of your home this Christmas to make it as warmly welcoming as possible YOUR home takes on a completely new meaning at Christmas as it becomes the focal point for family gatherings and parties for friends
EXERCISE - the word is enough to instil fear, dread and guilt into the hearts and minds of most of us. We all know it is essential and yet so few of us heed the advice. We asked director of Fitness Wales, Mary Sheppard, for some tips on getting started
ARSONISTS caused major damage after setting fire to a bowling club last night. The Bailey Park Bowls Club pavilion was set on fire at around 10.30pm, causing considerable damage to the roof and to changing-rooms which could cost thousands of pounds to
THE delay faced by drivers after the introduction of controversial bus lanes in one area of Newport is just 18 seconds, a report claims. A report by Brian Kemp, head of engineering and construction at Newport city council, found that while driving from
AN ACTION group fighting a controversial policy allowing sex offenders to stay at a Gwent open prison continues to demand answers from the prisons chief in Wales. Paul Starling, chairman of the Usk and Communities Action Group, is accusing the Wales prison
GWENT'S world champion boxer, Joe Calzaghe, was banned from driving for six months for speeding - but says he knows nothing about it. Super-middleweight champ Calzaghe, 32, said he was never told to appear in court and has launched an immediate appeal
