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1 hour ago in News
THE charity Help For Heroes has been swamped with donations, leading to its website crashing, after Drummer Lee Rigby was murdered while wearing one of its tops.
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4 hours ago in News
THE owners of Llanwern steelworks plunged into the red today with losses of £840 million after wiping £1 billion off the value of its European arm.
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5 hours ago in News
BLAENAU Gwent AM Alun Davies has said the creation of a new £11.5 million station and railway in Ebbw Vale town centre will create important transport links with not only the rest of Wales, but Europe too.
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5 hours ago in Sport
LEICESTERSHIRE'S battle to salvage a draw from their LV= County Championship Division Two game against Glamorgan was boosted by bad weather and their best opening stand of the season at Grace Road.
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5 hours ago in Sport
GWENT'S former world super-middleweight champion Joe Calzaghe believes Carl Froch will prove too strong for Mikkel Kessler on Saturday night.
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6 hours ago in News
WALES' health minister has announced a shake-up of the country's ambulance service.
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6 hours ago in News
GWENT Police are appealing for help in finding a man who has breached his licence conditions after being released from prison in May 2013.
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6 hours ago in News
ONE of Torfaen’s best-known authors has won an award for his newest collection of stories, Tree of Leaf and Flame.
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7 hours ago in News
In the second of our features with Territorial Army troops on exercise in Cyprus, WILL BAIN meets three Gwent men who are dedicated to serving their country.
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7 hours ago in News
NEWPORT’s new mayor says he wants to raise money and awareness for a UK cancer charity.
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8 hours ago in News
PARENTS are calling on Gwent councils and the Welsh Government to provide a date when details will be released over the future of Welshmedium secondary provision in south-east Wales.
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8 hours ago in News
Firefighters battling blaze in Coed Eva area of Cwmbran
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8 hours ago in News
A 14-YEAR-OLD girl was the victim of an attempted robbery in Rogerstone early this morning as she walked to school.
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8 hours ago in Letters
MAY I say a big thank-you to Newport MIND for all the help they have given me in the last four months.
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8 hours ago in Letters
WAS any research done by Torfaen council regarding the usage of the Pontypool Active Living Centre (PALC) car park on a Sunday?
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9 hours ago in Letters
SO Gez Kirby says Caerphilly council leadership has apologised for past nefarious activities, so that’s all right then, but besides the behind-closed-door decision to award huge pay rises to executives and besides being illegal the rises still stand!
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9 hours ago in Letters
THERE has been a lot of criticism of the new “improved” railway station at Newport, much of it well deserved, in my opinion; however, the filthy state of the toilets on the platform is the reason I write this letter.
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9 hours ago in Letters
AS A daily reader of your Argus, I am writing in regard to the asbestos in Cwmcarn High School.
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9 hours ago in News
FOLLOWING Blaenau Gwent Council’s decision to withdraw funding from Brynmawr’s Market Hall Cinema in March, it is hoped the cinema will be handed over to a local community group.
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9 hours ago in Letters
THANK YOU for publishing my letter, which was designed to thank everyone who has helped the club restore league football to Newport.
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9 hours ago in News
HEALTH bosses agreed a five-figure compensation settlement with a Bristol man after staff at Newport’s Royal Gwent Hospital failed to spot he had broken a middle finger in a cycling accident.
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9 hours ago in News
IT MAY be spring in Newport, but at the city’s Riverfront Theatre they are already gearing up for Christmas.
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10 hours ago in News
POP star Suggs, TV star and former footballer Jamie Redknapp, and his wife, Louise, are the latest in a long line of celebrities to join the Raise Your Hands For Luca campaign.
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10 hours ago in Reviews
Inspired by Gilbert and Sullivan’s Mikado, David H Bell and Rob Bowman’s jazzed up version, Hot Mikado fuses jazz, soul and swing to liven up a classic score for a modern audience. In the hands of WAWWA, the musical youth, this translates into an evening of sassy, infectious energy in a 1940’s Japan injected with a large dose of Americana.
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10 hours ago in News
TORFAEN’S exciting summer events season kicks off next month with the third annual Big Event at Cwmbran boating lake.
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11 hours ago in News
THE chairman of two Newport mosques joined others today in condemning yesterday's attack in Woolwich.
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11 hours ago in News
NURSERIES could be established in six of Newport’s primary schools.
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11 hours ago in News
THE WELSH health minister said today that uptake of the MMR vaccine in Gwent was too low.
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12 hours ago in News
YOU may have noticed we have been publishing a full-page reader survey in the Argus for the last couple of weeks.
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12 hours ago in News
A TEACHING union said it is disappointed the Welsh Government plans to introduce fines to tackle persistent truancy in schools.
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12 hours ago in News
A KEY Welsh Government decision on the future of plans for a Specialist and Critical Care Centre (SCCC) to treat Gwent’s sickest patients will be delayed until the autumn.
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12 hours ago in News
Hospice scene, 10.50pm. Then £2,000 worth of goods had gone
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13 hours ago in News
GWENT’S six MPs stuck to their guns in the House of Commons on Tuesday, with most voting for gay marriage and two against.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
WILLIAMS Jean (nee Fife) Peacefully at home on 19th May, Jean, beloved wife of the late Douglas, loving mother of Heather, mother in law to Nick and a cherished grandmother to James and wife Adele, Karen and husband Adam and great grandchildren Grace, Lucas, Finlay and Suki. Funeral to be held on Friday 31st May 11.30am at T.J.Davies and Sons, 54-56 Chepstow Road, Newport prior to interment in St Mary's Churchyard, Nash. Family flowers only. Donations in lieu may be given to St David's Hospice Care c/o the Funeral Director. Any enquiries tel: 258656.
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13 hours ago in Births
CONGRATULATIONS JOE & HAYLEY on the birth of your beautiful baby girl RONNIE SOPHIA-LOUISE Born 17th May 2013, 7.5lbs Thank you for our precious gift of a great granddaughter, granddaughter and niece. Love to you all. Mam, Sophie, Robbie, Nan & Bampi XXX
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13 hours ago in Special Thanks
KINSEY (Lyn) Les and family would like to show their appreciation to family and friends. Also to Holly and all the nursing staff at St David's Foundation. Thanks also to Dave and staff at Tovey Bros, the Bettws Social Club, staff and committee for all their help and understanding during this difficult time.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON Ron (Retired Sinter Plant Worker, Llanwern Steelworks). On 17th May 2013 Ronald Pearson B.E.M. of Hawthorn Avenue, Newport passed away peacefully at his home with his loving family beside him, aged 74 years. Beloved husband of Val, devoted dad of Lyn, Andrew and Megan, much loved father-in-law of Peter, Clare and Lee, adored bampy of Lucy, Jodie and Abbie. Funeral Friday 31st May, service 2.30pm at St John's Church, Maindee followed by committal at the Gwent Crematorium 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be given for St David's Foundation or Velindre Cancer Appeal. Further enquiries to Lyndon Bassett (Funeral Service), Newport. Tel: 01633/278329.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
JONES (Gary) Ex I C I. Suddenly on 12th May 2013, Gareth Jones of Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran. Beloved husband of Ann, dearly loved father of Lynne and Donna, much loved father-in-law of David and Mike, cherished grampy of Delydd, Ieuan, Seren and Megan. Funeral Wednesday 29th May, service 4.00pm at the Gwent Crematorium. No flowers please, donations in lieu may be given for Ty Hafan Children's Hospice in Wales. Further enquiries to Arthur Peake (Funeral Service) Cwmbran. Tel: 01633/482291.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
HOLDER On 14th May 2013, Daisy Holder passed away peacefully at her home in Oakfield, Cwmbran. Beloved wife of Tommy, devoted mother of Linda and Mandy, mother-in-law of Michael and much loved grandmother of Daniel, Abigail and James. Funeral Wednesday 29th May, service at the Gwent Crematorium 12.30pm. Immediate family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired for St. David's Foundation, Blackett Avenue, Newport. NP20 6NH. Further enquiries to Arthur Peake (Funeral Service) Tel: Cwmbran 482291
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13 hours ago in Deaths
LONG (Barbara May) Formerly Heath, nee Charles On May 17th, in the loving care of Hengoed Park Nursing Home and with her daughter-in-law Laraine by her side, Barbara passed away peacefully. Born in Cardiff, she had lived previously in Western Ave., Newport, and for 38 years in Champaign, Illinois. She was the beloved widow of the late Merle (USA) and Peter (Newport). Adored mother of Bill, Mike, Susan, Jim and Steve, and the late Marylin (USA) and Bob (Swansea). Dearly loved mother-in-law of Lynne, Christine, Susie, Glenda, Laraine and the late Danny and Mark. Precious grandma, great grandma and great, great grandma to all in the USA and Wales. Funeral service Saturday, 25th May at Swansea Crematorium at 10.30 a.m. The interment of her cremated remains will take place on Sunday May 26th at her church, St Stephen and Holy Trinity, Pill, Newport after the Mass at 10.00 a.m. A Requiem Mass will also be celebrated at St Stephen's on Tuesday May 28th at 7.00 p.m. Family flowers only but donations would be gratefully received for Help for Heroes c/o Mrs L Heath, 49 Graigola Road, Glais, Swansea SA7 9HS. Enquiries: C. Meirion Hopkin & Son. Tel: 01792 844513. May you rest in peace, Lovely Lady, with your loved ones.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
HOLE To my loving mother, you will never be forgotten. You will remain in my heart forever. Lots of love from your loving son Vivian.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
HOLE Sadly on 1st May 2013 at Ysbyty Ystrad Fawr, Sybil of Waunfawr Gardens, Crosskeys. Devoted wife of the late Ronald and loving mother to Vivian. Funeral Service to be held on Thursday 23rd May at Moriah Baptist Church, Risca at 2pm followed by interment at Danygraig Cemetery at 3pm. Flowers may be sent directly to Co-operative Funeralcare, 20 Commercial St. Risca NP11 6AY. Further enquiries please telephone 01633 612531.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
STEDMAN (Thomas George) On May 10th at the Royal Gwent Hospital, after a short illness, Tom, aged 93 years, of Bassaleg (ex GKN and South Wales Borderers). Beloved son of the late Annie and Jim Stedman, will be sadly missed by Shaun, Julie and all his friends. Funeral Friday June 7th, service at St Basil's Church, Bassaleg at 11.30am followed by cremation at Gwent Crematorium. Flowers may be sent to Tovey Bros. 9/11 Cardiff Road, Newport.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
BIDDISCOMBE (Douglas James) On May 16th at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Doug, aged 82 years, beloved husband of Dorothy, devoted father of Gary and Andrew, loving father in law of Kim and Dawn and much loved grandfather of Owain and Natalie, Aaron and Aidan. Funeral Wednesday June 5th, service at St Basil's Church, Bassaleg at 12 noon followed by cremation at Gwent Crematorium. Family flowers only please, donations if desired payable to RGH Cardiology Fund may be sent c/o Tovey Bros. 9/11 Cardiff Road Newport NP20 2EH.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
DAVIES (Peggy) Suddenly on 17th May 2013 after a long illness, Margaret Jane aged 92 years of Alice Street, Pillgwenlly. Dearly loved wife of the late Roland (Roly). Much loved mother of the late Allan. Mother-in-law of Jane. Cherished Grandmother of Alison and Martin, Rhys and Rose, Jonathan, and the late Mark. Great-Grandmother of Emma, Ffion, and Eleanor. Resting in the Private Chapel of Michael G Ryan Son and Daughter Ltd., 106-108 Malpas Road until Funeral Friday 31st May 2013 Service at St. Stephen's Parish Church, Pillgwenlly, City of Newport 1pm prior to cremation at the Greater Gwent Crematorium 2pm. Immediate family flowers only please however if desired donations would be appreciated for Ty Hafan c/o the funeral home. Following the funeral all are welcome to join the family at the Dock's Conservative Club for light refreshments to share memories and to celebrate Peggy's life. All enquiries 01633 854522
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13 hours ago in Deaths
LEWIS (Muriel) Peacefully On 18th May 2013 at Pentwyn House Nursing Home, Marshfield, Muriel Lorraine, aged 95 years. Beloved wife of the late Alfred, much loved mother of Barbara and son in law Brian, dearly loved by her grand-children and great grandchildren. Funeral Tuesday 4th June 2013, Service at Havelock Street Presbyterian Church 12noon prior to cremation at the Greater Gwent Crematorium 1pm. Family flowers only please however if desired donations would be appreciated for Cancer Research UK Cymru c/o the funeral home. Following the funeral all are welcome to join the family at the Greenmeadow Golf Club to share memories and to celebrate Muriel's life. All enquiries 01633 854522
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13 hours ago in Deaths
LEYSHON (Ernie) In loving memory of Ernie, sadly passed away 12th May (late of Cwmbran). Devoted brother to Phyllis, Dennis, Pam, Moira and families. Service at Holy Trinity Church, Ystrad Mynach CF82 7DR at 9.15am 28th May, cremation at Wenallt Chapel, Thornhill CF14 9UA at 10.15am. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Ty Hafen Childrens Hospice can be given at the service. Treasured memories and always in our hearts. Rest in peace
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13 hours ago in Deaths
EVANS (Lavinia) A bunch of forget-me-knots just for you but sprinkled with teardrops instead of dew. God bless you Vin. Sister-in-law of Marge and the late Eddie and dear aunty to Gaynor, Garry, Stephen, Jennifer and Julie XXX
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13 hours ago in Deaths
STOCKFORD (Ronald William) On May 19th at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Ron aged 81, the dearly beloved husband of Marion, cherished dad of David, Paul and Carol, loyal and respected father in law to Yvonne, Beverley and Ian, loving grandfather of Gareth, Mark, Kim, Courtney, Gemma and Stacey and their partners, great-grandfather of Brooke and the Bump. Funeral Tuesday May 28th, service at St Mary's Church, Magor at 2pm followed by interment in the churchyard. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired payable to Kidney Research Wales may be sent c/o Tovey Bros, 9/11 Cardiff Road, Newport, NP20 2EH.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
JONES (Ken) On 14th May 2013 Kenneth Jones Formerly of Central Drive, Trevethin passed away suddenly aged 69 years. Beloved husband of Rosemary, devoted dad of Janet and Pauline, loving bampy and great bampy, sadly missed by Greg, Kirk and Lee. Funeral Thursday 30th May, Prayers 2.50pm in the Lounge at Riverside Court, followed by service at the Gwent Crematorium at 3.30pm. Family flowers only, donations in lieu may be given for Macmillan Cancer or the I T U, Nevill Hall Hospital. Further enquiries to Arthur Peake (Funeral Service), Cwmbran. Tel: 01633 482291.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
EDWARDS (Ken) On 16th May 2013. Kenneth Edwards of Grosmont Place, Croesyceiliog passed away peacefully at the Royal Gwent Hospital, aged 80 years. Beloved husband of the late Hilda, devoted father of Margaret, John, Rosemarie and Robert, loved father-in-law of Keith, Daryl, John and Emma, dearly loved gramps and great gramps. Funeral Thursday 30th May, service 10.30am at Panteg Cemetery Chapel, followed by interment. Family flowers only please, donations may be given for the Alzheimers Society. Further enquiries to Arthur Peake (Funeral Service), Cwmbran. Tel: 01633 482291.
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13 hours ago in Anniversary In Memoriam
DAVIES Robert (Schum) It's ten long years since you left us Rob, aged 52, a very dear son, husband, brother and uncle. Still loved and sadly missed by all. Good night, God bless you Rob. Love you loads. Mam.
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13 hours ago in Diamond
WALDING Graham and Pat Congratulations Mum and Dad on your Diamond Wedding Anniversary Lots of Love from Mary & Neil, Anthony and Hazel, Geoffrey and Gaynor, Sara, Emma, Luke and Lily XXX
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13 hours ago in Deaths
WHEELER (Ceinwen Ann) On 17th May at her home, Ceinwen age 66 years of Greenfield, Caldicot, passed away peacefully. Much loved mum of Michelle, Jonathan and the late Tracey. Beloved mum-in-law of Calvin and adored grandma to her six grandchildren. Funeral Service on Wednesday 29th May 3pm at St Mary's Church, Caldicot, followed by interment into Dewstow cemetery, Caldicot. Family flowers only if desired donations for St. David's Foundation c/o Robert Howells & Son, 90 Newport Road, Caldicot Tel: 01291 421375.
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13 hours ago in Special Thanks
POWELL (Rod) Shirley, Kirsty and Joe Powell would like to thank all family, friends and neighbours for their very kind messages of sympathy, letters, flowers and donations, following Rods death last month. Over £500 has been donated to Diabetes UK in Rods memory. Please accept this message as a personal thank you from all the Powell family at this most difficult time.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
KNIGHT On 14th May 2013, Jodie Samantha Knight of Newport, passed away peacefully at St. Anne's Hospice after a short illness, aged 31 years. Beloved daughter of Ken and Jean, loving sister of Craig, Gary and Samantha. Funeral Tuesday 28th May, service 10.00am at the Gwent Crematorium. No flowers, donations in lieu may be given for St Anne's Hospice. At the families request, will all ladies please wear something pink. Further enquiries to Arthur Peake (Funeral Service), Cwmbran. Tel: 01633 482291.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
NORTH (Irene) On 10th May 2013, peacefully at home in Bettws, Irene, aged 71. Devoted wife of Alan, loved mum of Helen, mother-in-law of Chris and cherished nan of Emma. Funeral will be held at St. Stephens Church, Pill at 2.00pm on Tuesday 28th May 2013 followed by committal at the Gwent Crematorium 3.00pm. Family flowers only, donations if desired to Cancer Research (UK) c/o Mr. J.M. Locke, "Coniston", 2 Parkfield Place, Newport, Gwent. NP20 4NB. Further enquiries to Lyndon Bassett (Funeral Service) Newport. Tel: 278329.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
RAWLINGS Sadly on the 13th May 2013, Philip of Greenmeadow Drive, Crosskeys, formerly of Wattsville. Much loved by his family and friends. Funeral service to be held on Thursday 30th May at the Private Chapel of Co-operative Funeralcare, Risca at 11.00am followed by committal at Gwent Crematorium at 12.00pm. Family flowers only by request. Donations, if desired, may be given at the service towards a gift for Blackwood Stroke Association. Further enquiries please telephone 01633 612531.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
TILLEY (Ron) I lost my partner with a heart of gold, how much I miss him can never be told. Forever in my heart. Love Joan. x
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13 hours ago in Deaths
TILLEY (Ron) A true gentleman to the end. Thank you for the memories. Sleep tight. Love Glyn, Pat and family.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
NORTH (Reane) With deepest sympathy to Alan, Paul and Helen, on the loss of Rean. Alan, Sarah and Family.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
EVANS (nee Morgan) Margaret Lilly Passed away on 12th May 2013, Margaret Lilly of Trinant. Beloved wife of the late Gwillym, loving sister of Mona, Granville and the late Pauline and John. Will be very sadly missed by all of her family and friends. Funeral Service on Friday 31st May at Woodfield Park Funeral Home, Penmaen, Blackwood at 10.45am prior to committal at the Gwent Crematorium, Croesyceiliog at 12 noon. Flowers may be sent to the Funeral Home by 9.15am on the 31st May please. Further enquiries please telephone 01495 - 221832.
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON (Ron) Sleep tight Dad, we will love and miss you always. Simply the best. Lyn and Peter. xx
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON (Ron) You couldn't have been a more special Bampy to me. You will never be forgotten. I love you. Your little sparks, Abbie. xx
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON (Ron) Dad, Our hearts are broken. We love you so much, you were simply the best Dad ever. Thank you for always being there for us. Love and miss you always. See you later Dad. Meg and Lee. xx
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON (Ron) Goodnight My Love, Husband and Best Friend. You will always be in my heart and never forgotten. Your own Val. X
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON (Ron) Dad, A special person, a special face, someone we love and can't replace. Never selfish, always kind, these are memories he left behind. Love you. Miss you Dad, Andrew and Clare. xxx
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13 hours ago in Deaths
PEARSON (Ron) A better Bampy we could't wish for. You are one we will always adore. Lucy, Jodie and Joe. xxx
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13 hours ago in Deaths
MADDEN (Dilys) Suddenly but peacefully on 19th May 2013. Dilys of High Street, Newbridge. Beloved wife of Michael. Dearly loved Mother of Andrew and Robert. Much loved Grandmother of Ashley, Josh and Gaby. Much loved by Christine, partner of Andrew. She will be greatly missed by all her family and many friends. Resting at the Ellis Williams Funeral Home. Funeral Friday 31st May. Service at St Paul's Church, Newbridge 9.45am followed by cremation at Gwent Crematorium 11.00am. Family flowers only please. Donations if desired may be given at the service.
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13 hours ago in News
THE statue of Gwent sporting legend Ken Jones has finally been fixed in place.
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14 hours ago in News
MORE than 50 parents and children waved placards and chanted “save our school” outside Newport Civic Centre yesterday afternoon in a demonstration against council plans to merge two primary schools.
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14 hours ago in Sport
I REMEMBER a Premiership encounter between Ebbw Vale and Cardiff at Eugene Cross Park in March, 2007.
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14 hours ago in News
A FIRM dealing with the collapse of the Newport company that built the Olympic Aquatic Centre roof is speaking to three potential buyers that could save up to 75 jobs, the Argus has learned.
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14 hours ago in Sport
THE actions of Delon Armitage when scoring the try that won the Heineken Cup for Toulon were inexcusable.
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15 hours ago in Sport
NEWPORT Gwent Dragons are on the hunt for a new scrum coach after the shock departure of Iestyn Thomas.
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16 hours ago in News
COUNCILLORS voted to pay for much needed repairs to Chepstow’s Drill Hall after a heated two hour meeting of the town council.
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16 hours ago in Sport
WALES’ young guns have been told in no uncertain terms that they have a big responsibility to maintain the standards set by those that are away with the British and Irish Lions.
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17 hours ago in News
CHEPSTOW could see hundreds of homes built over the next 13 years, bringing with it a population boost.
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23 hours ago in Sport
WALLABIES winger Digby Ioane is on Australia’s growing casualty list as they continue to struggle with injuries ahead of the forthcoming three-match Test series with the British and Irish Lions.
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