Archive - Tuesday, 20 August 2019

LIVE: Walsall v Newport County
Follow all the action live from Bescot Stadium ad Walsall host Newport County AFC in League Two. Kick-off 7.45pm
Wayne Richardson
RICHARDSON Wayne One year has passed, beloved son of Margaret and Jack, and the late nana Morgan. Gone but not forgotten, forever in out hearts. XXX
wendy toon
TOON Wendy Elizabeth Suddenly on 6th August 2019 at home Wendy Elizabeth aged 69 years of Pugsley Street, Newport Dearly Loved wife of the late Don, Much loved mam of David, Andrew and Paula, A cherished Nan of her grandchildren and great grandchildren…
janice bond
BOND (Nee Osborne) Janice Rose On July 26th peacerfully at the Royal Gwent Hospital, surrounded by her son and daughter, Janice, aged 71 years, of Rogerstone. Devoted wife, mum and nannie, forever loved and missed. Funeral Wednesday August 28th service…
Marilyn Leonard
LEONARD Marilyn (Nee Hudson) Peacefully on 6th August 2019 at The Royal Gwent Hospital Marilyn aged 69 years. Much loved mum of Darlene and Lisa, loved mother in law of Neil and Gary, cherished gram of Lee, Jeni and Joe, dearly loved sister and aunt.…
Marilyn Cooke
COOKE Marilyn Ann Cooke (nee Blake, Manley) On the 13th August 2019 at Claremont Care home Marilyn sadly passed away peacefully. Much loved Daughter of Evelyn. Mother to Simon, Stephanie and daughter in law to Sally. Grandmother to Sophie, Ryan and…
roland micallef
MICALLEF Roland Joseph Suddenly on the 2nd of August at the Royal United Hospital, Bath, Roland, aged 63 years passed away. He will be deeply missed by his brothers and sisters, sister in laws, much loved Uncle to all his nephews and nieces. Funeral…
williams sandalls
SANDALLS William John (Bill) Sadly passed away after a short illness on 8th August 2019 at Nevill Hall Hospital aged 54. Beloved husband of Karen, much loved father of Gemma & David. Loving father-in-law, brother and devoted Grancha. Forever in our…
richard morgan
MORGAN Richard Peacefully on 9th August 2019 at Ysbyty Aneurin Bevan Hospital, Ebbw Vale. Richard aged 69 formerly of Caradoc Street, Pentwyn, Abersychan. He will be sadly missed by all his family and many friends. Funeral on Wednesday 28th August.…
Mirriam merchant
MERCHANT MIRRIAM JAYNE (Jayne) Suddenly, on 4th August 2019, at her home, Jayne, aged 56 years, of Manor Road, Abersychan (also of Liverpool). Loving daughter of Tony and the late Hannah. Much loved by Jackie, family and friends. She will be forever in…
Ann Wilcox
WILCOX On 11th August 2019, Ann Wilcox. Beloved Wife of Bryan, Mother of Michael, Judith and Anthony and Grandmother to six wonderful Grandchildren passed away peacefully with her family around her. She touched so many lives with her time as a teacher…
Barbara Williams
WILLIAMS Peacefully on 9th August 2019, Barbara Williams of New Inn. Beloved wife of Cyril, devoted mother of Susan and Joanne, loved son in law of Gareth, much loved nan of Matthew. Funeral Wednesday 28th August, service 2.00pm at New Inn Methodist…
‘Evil monster’ who left victim brain damaged after horrific attack jailed for 16 years
AN “evil monster” who left his victim severely brain damaged and dependent on carers for the rest of his life was jailed for 16 years.
Gwent Police officer suspended following allegation of sexual assault
A GWENT Police officer has been suspended following an alleged sexual assault in the Cardiff area earlier this month.
Crash blocks A4042 northbound near Pontypool
UPDATE 8.20pm: The A4042 northbounds remains closed between the Rechem and Pontypool roundabouts.
Police conduct manhunt near Caldicot Castle
GWENT Police have launched a manhunt in the vicinity of Caldicot Castle.
Malpas Road crash leaves woman in hospital and man in police custody
A WOMAN was injured and a man arrested following a collision on Malpas Road in Newport today.
Knives confiscated by police following 'large' fight in city
TWO knives were confiscated following reports of a large fight in Newport.
Gwent Police offer support to witnesses following Risca car fire
GWENT Police have confirmed a 53-year-old man died in a car fire at Tredegar Park in Risca.
Window of opportunity for Newport company
As the aluminium window makes a comeback, a Newport company is aiming to make the most of the trend.
We took a ride on the new Newport Transport zero emission electric bus - and this is what we thought...
THE times are changing for bus travel in Newport when the first of 15 zero emission electric buses - the first in Wales - goes into service on Thursday.
Zero waste group launched to share tips on plastic free living in Torfaen attracts thousands of members in first three weeks
A MUM-OF-TWO from Cwmbran has created a Facebook group to share tips on how to reduce the use of single-use plastic.
New scheme being introduced for people disposing of hygiene waste 'does not go far enough'
NEWPORT City Council is to supply new coloured bags for people disposing hygiene waste—but a councillor has claimed the scheme does "not go far enough”.
Weather holds out for another successful Caerwent Show
AFTER a week of weather-watching, organisers were relieved the rain held off long enough for the Caerwent Show to go on.
Nearly 150 homes will be built on the site of the former Gwent County Council headquarters in Croesyceiliog
ALMOST 150 homes will be built on the site of the former Gwent County Council headquarters after plans were unanimously approved.
Newport school taught about wildlife as part of Cot Farm redevelopment scheme
AS part of a community revitalisation scheme, pupils at three Newport primary schools to were taught about wildlife with a visit from a hedgehog expert.
Delays ahead on city roads as six-month gas pipe replacement programme to start
DRIVERS are being warned to expect long delays on roads in Newport's Allt-yr-yn area during the next six months, while a programme of gas pipe upgrades is carried out.
Couple circumnavigate Wales in 83 days while raising money for charities
A YOUNG couple have completed an incredible endurance challenge after spending almost three months circumnavigating Wales on foot.
Man charged with criminal damage after windows smashed in Abergavenny
A MAN has been arrested and charged with criminal damage following reports of windows being smashed in Abergavenny.
Community group seeks support for new outdoor swimming pool in Abergavenny
A COMMUNITY group hoping to revive one of Abergavenny's much-loved former attractions is seeking support to take the project to the next stage.
Everything we know: Man pronounced dead at the scene following car fire in Risca
ONE man was pronounced dead at the scene following a car fire in Tredegar Park in Risca yesterday morning.
One-day festival organised for dying teenager in just four weeks raised thousands for charity
A MASSIVE £13,100 was raised for two charities at a special one-day festival for a terminally ill teenager.
Newport to host miniature railway exhibition
ON September 7 and 8, members of the International 7¼ inch Gauge Society will assemble on the Glebelands Miniature Railway at Newport for their much-anticipated annual general meeting and gala. More than 150 members are expected to attend, with the…
Space-age and energy efficient 'homes of the future' for retirees unveiled in Abergavenny
AN AMBITIOUS 'Homes of the Future' housing project has come to Monmouthshire, designed for older and retired people who are looking to downsize.
Goth rock legend to head to capital city, bringing tales of debauchery and renditions of classic hits
GOTH rock icon Wayne Hussey will be bringing an insight into his life to Cardiff at the end of the month.
Show boss Ryan you're a PRO14 option, Narraway urges young Dragons
FORMER England international Luke Narraway has told his young Dragons that the Celtic Cup is a golden opportunity to show Dean Ryan that they are up to the task of Guinness PRO14 rugby.
Dragon Moriarty determined to 'take hold' of 8 jersey after Wales' Faletau World Cup blow
WALES number eight Ross Moriarty intends to stamp his authority on the position to soften the blow of losing Taulupe Faletau from the World Cup.
County goal hero Howkins determined to leave Saddlers sore
SATURDAY’S goal hero Kyle Howkins is confident he and Mark O’Brien can shut out his hometown club Walsall tonight and help earn Newport County AFC another three points.
Talent to be shown off by youngsters in capital city
A NEW music academy for young people is launching in Cardiff, with performances during next week’s Big Weekend.
County fans know exactly what Bury faithful are going through this week
THIS could be the final week of Bury Football Club’s proud 134-year history and, if the worst happens, the pain at Gigg Lane will be shared by those fans who remember the demise of the old Newport County back in 1989.

19th August 2019