Archive - Tuesday, 20 November 2018

Albania 1 Wales 0: Defeat for Wales on Gunter's big night
WALES were unable to mark Chris Gunter’s record-breaking 93rd appearance for his country with a win tonight as a second-half penalty was enough to give Albania victory at Elbasan Arena.
Wales' EU continuity act overturned
LEGISLATION intended to keep European Union law over devolved areas in place in Wales post Brexit - which was the brainchild of a Gwent AM - has been overturned.
Extra £141.5m for Welsh councils announced
COUNCILS in Wales are to be handed an extra £141.5 million over the next three years, with Monmouthshire set to see its funding cut reduced by half, it has been announced.
Guaranteed world championship medal for Price
GWENT'S Lauren Price guaranteed herself at least a bronze medal at the AIBA Women’s World Boxing Championships in New Delhi after beating Elzbieta Wojcki of Poland in her middleweight quarter-final.
Film from Newport producer who has worked with Tom Cruise and Angelina Jolie wins host of awards
A FILM produced by and starring a Newport man has bagged sixteen top awards in just two months.
Albania 1 Wales 0: As it happened
Wales play Albania in a friendly in Elbasan (kick-off 7pm) as Chris Gunter becomes the visitors' most-capped player.
Plaid leader meets Nicola Sturgeon
PLAID Cymru leader Adam Price met with Scotland's first minister Nicola Sturgeon to discuss the ongoing Brexit process on Tuesday.
First major housing land release at The Works regeneration project, Ebbw Vale
The first pocket of housing land has been released at The Works regeneration project in Ebbw Vale.
Mental health charity which helps thousands of people every year celebrates big anniversary
A LEADING charity which has helped thousands of people with mental health issues has marked an anniversary milestone.
Caerphilly council staff facing 'significant' workloads during Universal Credit rollout
CAERPHILLY council staff are facing increased pressure to deal with the rollout of Universal Credit with hundreds of tenants submitting claims.
Dragons hoping for Wales boost from bench against Edinburgh
DRAGONS boss Bernard Jackman hopes to have bench impact from his Test contingent in Sunday’s vital Guinness PRO14 encounter with Edinburgh if they aren’t needed by Warren Gatland.
Hi-tech Newport building now home to IBM, BT, Nokia and others
A Newport building owned by Welsh Government is now home to some of the world’s biggest and best tech companies, Economy Secretary Ken Skates has confirmed.
'The worst political crisis I have seen' : First minister issues scathing assessment of Brexit fall-out
FIRST minister Carwyn Jones made a statement in the Senedd this afternoon on the UK Government's draft agreement with the European Union. Here's what he said:
Manufacturing activity improves in November - CBI
Manufacturing output growth picked up in the quarter to November, and firms saw overall order books rebound from a fall in October, according to the latest monthly CBI Industrial Trends Survey.
A new housing estate with 18 homes could be built in Usk
PLANS for a new housing estate along the main road leading into Usk have been submitted, with 18 homes proposed.
Wales full-back Halfpenny ruled out of Springboks clash
LEIGH Halfpenny has been ruled out of Wales' autumn finale against South Africa in Cardiff on Saturday.
Launch of popular Newport Photomarathon exhibition hailed by organiser
A LAUNCH event marking the return of the the popular Newport Photomarathon exhibition attracted more than 100 people on the weekend.
Gypsy and traveller pupils raise £800 for Poppy Appeal with handmade poppies
GYPSY and traveller pupils from West Monmouth School raised £800 for the Royal British Legion by designing and selling their own poppies.
School pupils get money advice lessons from building society staff
A BUILDING society has been giving financial education lessons to more than 1,500 Welsh primary school children across the country - including a Newport school.
SPONSORED CONTENT: New weapon in fight to defeat prostate cancer
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Police appeal to locate 31-year-old man who breached his licence conditions
GWENT Police have appealed for information to help locate a Pontypool man who breached his licence conditions after being released from prison on November 8.
Wales Women change five for toughest test with Canada
WALES Women head coach Rowland Phillips has made five changes for his side's final Test of the autumn against Canada on Saturday.
Businesses blame street lights switch-off for 'rise in crime' amid calls for decision to be reversed
Designs unveiled for £257k all-weather events pavilion at Abergavenny Castle
NEW designs for a £257,000 events pavilion in the grounds of Abergavenny Castle have been unveiled.
ANDREW PENMAN: Flynn would leave unfinished business if he moves on now
THE stories linking Michael Flynn with the vacant managerial post at League One Shrewsbury Town are not going away, but should Newport County AFC fans be worried?
Health board slammed for "heartbreaking injustice" of patient's death
THE death of a 92-year-old man in a Gwent hospital last year - after Aneurin Bevan University Health Board failed to provide appropriate wound care following an operation - was a "heartbreaking injustice", a watchdog has concluded.
Evans becomes two-time European champion
CRAIG Evans is hoping the kudos that comes with being a two-time European champion will finally earn him the big fights he feels should be coming his way.
'Freak of nature' Gunter praised by Gabbidon ahead of record cap
DANNY Gabbidon has described former Wales team-mate Chris Gunter as a “freak of nature” ahead of the defender’s record-breaking 93rd appearance for his country tonight.
Former Newport back-rower and rugby league legend Mantle dies
FORMER Newport forward and dual-code international John Mantle has died at the age of 76 after a long illness.
M4 and M48 Severn Bridge closures this week as maintenance work is carried out
THE Prince of Wales Bridge (M4 Severn crossing) will be affected by closures this week while maintenance work is carried out.
Gwent set for low temperatures and cloudy skies with wintry showers in some parts of Wales
TEMPERATURES across Gwent are expected to stay well into single digits for the rest of the week.
Cameron Pring targets starting spot after first senior goal
CAMERON Pring couldn’t hide his delight after scoring his first goal in senior football on Saturday and now he’s targeting a starting spot for Newport County AFC against his hometown club next weekend.
Welsh Government-owned Transport for Wales apologises for delays and cancellations to rail services
TRANSPORT for Wales, the Welsh government-owned firm which took over some of the country's rail services last month, has issued an apology for cancelled and delayed services.
Trio facing jail over violence, gun and robbery bid charges
THREE men are facing prison terms after they pleaded guilty to various offences that include attempted robbery, unlawful wounding and weapons charges committed in Newport.
Talented nominees ready for Welsh Horse Racing Awards
TEENAGE Welsh jockey James Bowen has been nominated in two categories for this week’s inaugural Welsh Horse Racing Awards.
roy dudden
DUDDEN Roy Llewellyn, passed away peacefully at his home in Newbridge on 7th November, aged 96 years. Funeral service to be held at Woodfield Park Funeral Home at 11:45 followed by cremation at Gwent Crematorium at 13:00 on Tuesday 27th November. Family…
Marian Dudley
DUDLEY nee Henderson Marian Passed away on the 6th November in Cramlington Hospital Newcastle aged 79 with her family at her side. Her cremation is on Monday 26th November in Berwick upon Tweed. Her ashes will be placed with her husband Ralph on Friday…
Barbara INGELL
INGELL Barbara Joan On 9th November 2018 in her sleep aged 89 years. Cherished wife of Neville, much loved mother of Martin, Christian and David and a loving mother-in-law and grandmother. We will always love and remember you. Funeral Monday 26th…
vivian marendaz
MARENDAZ Vivian Formerly of Hayes Gate, Mathern Passed peacefully on 12th November 2018, at Chepstow Hospital, aged 89 years. Re-united with beloved Mum and Dad, Doris and Greville and Sisters Jean, Mary and Marge. Will be sadly missed by Sisters…
James Bowen
BOWEN James (Jim) Myra, Dave, Julie & family would like to thank all of their family, friends & neighbours for all of their support including cards, phone calls and kind words, also to everyone who attended the Church Service at Penhow with a…
Pearl Abraham
ABRAHAM Pearl On 14 November, at Crick Care Home, Crick, Pearl, aged 96 years, formerly of Catsash Road, Langstone. A much loved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt. Funeral Service Friday 30th November, 12.30 p.m. at Langstone Vale…
alan alderson
ALDERSON Alan Suddenly on November 15th at home in Llandevaud, after a difficult illness, Alan, aged 64 years. Dearly loved husband of Susan, caring son of Eileen and the late Harold, devoted father of Joanne and Adam, and adored grampie of Isabelle,…
Godfrey Richards
RICHARDS Godfrey 'John' Peacefully at the Royal Gwent Hospital on 20th October, John, aged 89 years. Devoted husband of Valmai 'Val', much loved father of Clive and Nick, father in law of Linda and Sheila, grandfather of Claire and Richard, David and…
mary salter
SALTER ( nee SKUSE) Mary Maureen On 3rd November 2018 at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Newport aged 87 years. Dearly loved and devoted wife to Mike, sister to Geoff and the most fantastic mother to Russ, Dave and Rich. Mother in law to Morag, Jill and Phil…
Prizes will be up for grabs at opening of new supermarket
AN EPIC supermarket opens its doors soon, giving customers the chance to win some amazing prizes.
Paedophile jailed for sex attacks on young girl
A PAEDOPHILE was jailed for more than seven years for carrying out sex attacks against a young girl in Newport.
Newport's £84m convention centre well on course for July 2019 opening
Economy Secretary Ken Skates has praised the ‘impressive development’ at the site of Newport's £84m International Convention Centre Wales.

Archive - Tuesday, 20 November 2018

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Albania 1 Wales 0: Defeat for Wales on Gunter's big night

Wales' EU continuity act overturned

Extra £141.5m for Welsh councils announced

Guaranteed world championship medal for Price

Film from Newport producer who has worked with Tom Cruise and Angelina Jolie wins host of awards

Albania 1 Wales 0: As it happened

Plaid leader meets Nicola Sturgeon

First major housing land release at The Works regeneration project, Ebbw Vale

Mental health charity which helps thousands of people every year celebrates big anniversary

Caerphilly council staff facing 'significant' workloads during Universal Credit rollout

Dragons hoping for Wales boost from bench against Edinburgh

Hi-tech Newport building now home to IBM, BT, Nokia and others

'The worst political crisis I have seen' : First minister issues scathing assessment of Brexit fall-out

Manufacturing activity improves in November - CBI

A new housing estate with 18 homes could be built in Usk

Wales full-back Halfpenny ruled out of Springboks clash

Launch of popular Newport Photomarathon exhibition hailed by organiser

Gypsy and traveller pupils raise £800 for Poppy Appeal with handmade poppies

School pupils get money advice lessons from building society staff

SPONSORED CONTENT: New weapon in fight to defeat prostate cancer

Police appeal to locate 31-year-old man who breached his licence conditions

Wales Women change five for toughest test with Canada

Businesses blame street lights switch-off for 'rise in crime' amid calls for decision to be reversed

Designs unveiled for £257k all-weather events pavilion at Abergavenny Castle

ANDREW PENMAN: Flynn would leave unfinished business if he moves on now

Health board slammed for "heartbreaking injustice" of patient's death

Evans becomes two-time European champion

'Freak of nature' Gunter praised by Gabbidon ahead of record cap

Former Newport back-rower and rugby league legend Mantle dies

M4 and M48 Severn Bridge closures this week as maintenance work is carried out

Gwent set for low temperatures and cloudy skies with wintry showers in some parts of Wales

Cameron Pring targets starting spot after first senior goal

Welsh Government-owned Transport for Wales apologises for delays and cancellations to rail services

Trio facing jail over violence, gun and robbery bid charges

Talented nominees ready for Welsh Horse Racing Awards

roy dudden

Marian Dudley

Barbara INGELL

vivian marendaz

James Bowen

Pearl Abraham

alan alderson

Godfrey Richards

mary salter

Prizes will be up for grabs at opening of new supermarket

Paedophile jailed for sex attacks on young girl

Newport's £84m convention centre well on course for July 2019 opening