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  Hundreds enjoy Pontypool fun day

  3 minutes ago in News

  HUNDREDS of people headed into Pontypool on Saturday to watch folk dancing and listen to live music.

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  Gwent pair top cricket league

  3 minutes ago in Sport

  PANTEG and Chepstow top the table of the Thomas, Carroll Glamorgan and Monmouthshire Cricket League after both protected their perfect starts to the season.

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  Tears of joy’ as nuisance neighbour leaves Newport street

  32 minutes ago in News

  A NEIGHBOUR from hell, threatened with eviction after a string of incidents in her street, has left her house, Newport’s biggest social landlord has confirmed.

• D FREEMAN

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  FREEMAN (Derek) Suddenly at home on 13th May after a short illness Derek, loving father of Rachel and Roland and a cherished grandad to Harry. He will be very sadly missed by all who knew him. A private family cremation will take place at Gwent Crematorium on Friday 24th May followed by a service of Thanksgiving at the church of St Michael and All Angels, Gwernesney at 11.15am. Donations to Cancer Research may be given c/o T.J.Davies & Sons, 54-56 Chepstow Road, Newport or at the church. Any enquiries tel: 01633 258656.

• J WILLIAMSON

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  WILLIAMSON (James) On May the 9th after a long illness, Jim aged 93. Dearly beloved husband of the late Elizabeth, much loved father of Sara, Julia, Peter, Jean, Harry and Louise, and a loving Grandfather and Great Grandfather. Funeral Thursday May 23rd, service at St Marks Church, Gold Tops at 3.00pm followed by cremation at Gwent Crematorium. In lieu of flowers donations payable to the Alzheimers Society may be sent to Tovey Brothers 9/11 Cardiff Road, Newport. NP20 2EH.

• L PRICE

  32 minutes ago in Anniversary In Memoriam

  PRICE (Les) A decade has passed but memories never fade. Your loving wife Marilyn, children and grandchildren. Happy Birthday for tomorrow.

• A BETTS

  32 minutes ago in Special Thanks

  BETTS The family of the late Annie Betts extend sincere thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours for expressions of sympathy, letters, cards of condolence and floral tributes received. Our thanks to everyone who attended the funeral.

• G PRITCHARD

  32 minutes ago in Special Thanks

  PRITCHARD (Gordon) The family of the late Gordon Pritchard of Rogiet, wish to extend their most sincere thanks to all relatives, friends, neighbours and to Rev. Annie Church and clergy for their kindness and attendance at the service.

• M HUBBERT

  32 minutes ago in Special Thanks

  HUBBERT (Margaret) Jack, Pam and family extend sincere thanks to relatives, friends and neighbours for expressions of sympathy, letters, cards and floral tributes received. Many thanks to everyone who attended the funeral. Thanks to the staff at Tovey Bros.

• M PRICE

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  PRICE (Pricey) Suddenly on 5th May 2013, Michael Price of Cwmbran. Devoted father of Bethan and Joshua, beloved son of Scott and Jacky, much loved brother of Jess, loved grandson of Pamela and dear nephew of Sue, John and Catherine. R.I.P. Funeral Thursday 23rd May, service 12.40pm at Our Lady of the Angels R.C. Church, Cwmbran afterwards at Gwent Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations in lieu may be given at the crematorium for South Wales Air Ambulance. Enquiries to Peterson Funeral Home, Maendy Way, Cwmbran. Tel: (01633) 483127.

• D WITCOMBE

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  WITCOMBE On 14th May 2013, Derek Anthony Witcombe of Cwmbran formerly of Pontypool. Devoted father of Nicholas and Kristian, loved father-in-law and grandfather, sadly missed by all his family. Funeral Friday 24th May, service 9.30am at Gwent Crematorium. Donations in lieu of flowers may be given at the service for Cancer Research Cymru. Enquiries to Peterson Funeral Home, Maendy Way, Cwmbran. Tel: 01633 483127.

• R THURMAN

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  THURMAN (Robert) On Friday 10th May, peacefully at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Bob aged 93 years (ex Alcan furnace man). Much loved husband of the late Nancy, very dear father of Michael and Stephen, precious father-in-law of Rosemarie and Yvonne, dearest grandad of Natalie and Nick, Mark and Michelle, Nicola and family, adored great grandad of Nicole, Kayleigh and Ellie. They don't come better than you dad. Funeral Friday 24th May, service in the Private Chapel of Albert E Hicks Ltd., Grafton House, 1 Grafton Road, Newport at 12 noon prior to cremation at the Gwent Crematorium at 1pm. At dads request would mourners please wear an item of bright clothing. Family flowers only please but donations in memory made payable to the Pit Pony Sanctuary may be sent c/o the funeral home.

• S HORLOCK

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  HORLOCK (Sharon) Nothing could be more beautiful than the memories we have of you. For us they are very precious because they are of you. All our love for a very special daughter-in-law and sister-in-law, Carol and Alf, Marie and Steve.

• R TILLEY

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  TILLEY Ronald (Ron) Passed away peacefully on the 13th May 2013 at The Royal Gwent Hospital. Ron aged 86 years. Dear partner of Joan and friend to all Joans' family Glyn, Pat, children and grandchildren. Funeral to be held on Wednesday 29th May 11.30am at Gwent Crematorium. All enquiries to T.J. Davies & Sons, 54-56 Chepstow Road, Newport. Tel: 258656. Many thanks to staff and nurses at Mill Heath Nursing Home and Royal Gwent Hospital for their kindness and care.

• A NICOLAAS

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  NICOLAAS Albert, who passed away on the 9th May. Loving brother of Gertie and the late brother-in-law of John and the late brother Frank. Loved by all his nieces and nephews. I've lost a brother with a heart of gold, How much I miss him can never be told. He was always there for me. He was my best friend. I miss him so much. You are at peace with Mam now. Your loving sister Gertie and family. X

• A NICOLAAS

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  NICOLAAS (Albert) Beloved brother of Arthur, reunited with Mam, Dad, Frank and Florrie. Bon voyage Albert M.N.R.N. Rest in peace. Arthur.

• T DAVIDSON

  32 minutes ago in Deaths

  DAVIDSON (Terry) For a loving brother and uncle. Our thoughts are with you. Now at peace. Love Alan, Christine, Christopher, Nicholas, Andrew and their families.

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  Cwmbran woman gives birth and sees mum die within nine hours

  1 hour ago in News

  MAZ Loder gave birth to her first child 14 weeks early, and lost her mother to breast cancer in the space of 15 hours.

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  Hundreds of school children DNA tested by Gwent police

  1 hour ago in News

  GWENT Police took DNA samples from ten children every week on average in 2011, figures out today reveal.

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  O'Connor will remain on Parade

  1 hour ago in Sport

  NEWPORT County AFC fans today get delivered the news they’ve been desperate to hear: Aaron O’Connor is staying on.

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  Delays on M4 in Newport

  1 hour ago in News

  Delays are reported on the M4 in Newport this morning.

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  Fire tears through three buildings in Llanfoist

  2 hours ago in News

  A BLAZE tore through three buildings in the early hours of this morning.

• Ebbw Vale puppy thief gets jailed

  3 hours ago in News

  AN Ebbw Vale woman who stole £2,500 worth of puppies has been sentenced to 32 weeks in prison.

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