Archive - Wednesday, 23 January 2019

Popular beauty salon marks 30 years in business
WHEN Mel Cannon opened the door of her Perfect Imagebeauty salon in Usk in 1989, little did she think that in 2019 she would be celebrating 30 years in business.
Couple hoping to put horror crash behind them after sentencing of drink driver who hit them
TWO Torfaen councillors who were hit by a drunk driver have said they are hoping to put the "horror" of the crash behind them now the man who hit them has been sentenced.
Home secretary 'personally committed' to tracking down fugitive killer
THE family of a woman killed in a speedboat crash said home secretary Sajid Javid has "underlined his personal commitment" to finding her fugitive killer.
Matt: Belief key if Exiles are to cause another upset
HOT-SHOT striker Jamille Matt has called on his Newport County AFC teammates to believe in themselves as they look to cause another FA Cup upset at Middlesbrough this Saturday.
Warnings issued as snow and ice affect Gwent
SEVERAL weather warnings have been issued, as snow and ice affects Gwent.
Several cars stolen while owners left engines running to help defrost windows
A NUMBER of unattended cars have been stolen across Gwent this morning while their owners left engines running to help defrost windows.
Man's anger after biting into "contaminated" McDonald's beef burger
A MAN has raised serious concerns after biting into what he called a "contaminated" beef burger and finding a date label.
Council foster care team looking for loving supportive people, says leader
Monmouthshire County Council leader Cllr Peter Fox has penned his latest Argus column:
Chartist group receives donation of unique artwork
A NEWPORT heritage group, keen to keep the legacy of the Chartists alive, has been presented with a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork.
Prime minister 'must rule out no-deal Brexit', says first minister
WITH no sign of a Brexit agreement which will be agreed by Parliament, Theresa May must rule out leaving the European Union without a deal, Mark Drakeford has said.
THE POLITICS FILE: Mrs May - time to act like a leader and delay Article 50
LAST week - although it already feels a lifetime ago - the government suffered a humiliating defeat as the Brexit deal was overwhelmingly voted down.
Moore success for Grace Harris – racing with Jim Beavis
MOOREOVERTHEBRIDGE was a 50/1 winner for Grace Harris at Wolverhampton on Saturday evening.
Ken Eger
EGER Ken One year today. I miss you so much, my love for you will never die, I will never forget you, I will be joining you one day, til then my heart will still be grieving for you all my love Lorraine.
Sylvia Sansom
SANSOM (Sylvia) On 29th December 2018. Christina Mary,formerly of Flint Close, Newport passed away peacefully, aged 88 years. Beloved wife of the late Mervyn, devoted mother of Ray and the late Martyn, Janice and Jo, dearly loved nan and great nan,…
noel hill
HILL Noel Kenneth Peacefully at home on Thursday 10th January 2019 Noel sadly passed away. Much loved husband of Pamela, Dad to Caron and Steve, father-in-law to Stef and Patricia. Devoted Bampie and Great Bampie. Funeral service to be held at St…
phyllis taylor
TAYLOR (Nee Stokes) Phyllis Peacefully at home on 10th January 2019 Phyllis Annie aged 84 years of Hertford Place Newport, formerly of Blaenavon Dearly loved wife of Bill, much loved mum of Christine, Clive and Paul , loved mother in law of Ron, Delia…
Brian Brettell
BRETTELL On 2nd January at home in Varteg, Brian Brettell - soldier, athlete and teacher. Funeral 29 January 2pm at Gwent Crematorium, Cwmbran. Family flowers only please, donations if wished to Royal British Legion and Salvation Army. Details from T.J.…
elsie evans
EVANS Elsie Peacefully at home on Thursday 10th January 2019 Elsie sadly passed away. Cherished Mum to Martyn, Pauline and Diane. A devoted Grandmother to Stacey, Joel, Rhys, Lauren, great grandmother and Partner to Neville Smout. Funeral service to be…
elsie evans
EVANS Elsie How hard it is to part with those we hold dear, the heart no greater trial knows, no sorrow more severe. Greatly missed always remembered. Rest in peace Elsie. Neville
Gloria Goode
GOODE Suddenly on 15th January 2019, Gloria Goode of Cwmbran. Beloved wife of the late Brian, a devoted mam, mother in law, nan, aunty, sister of Margaret and the late Betty. Sadly missed by her loving family and friends. Funeral Tuesday 29th January,…
Kathleen Shergold
SHERGOLD Kathleen In our hearts and memories for ever more. Loving Son Terry, and daughter in law Izzi. You will be missed so much xxx
luke batters
BATTERS Luke Suddenly, in a motorbike accident on 28th December 2018, Luke Richard Bradlaugh Batters, aged 19 years. Beloved only son of Dudley and Jennifer Batters, and big brother to Lucy. Greatly missed by his grandparents, especially his Grandma…
Pat Scarfi
SCARFI (formerly Smallwood) Cherished memories of our dearly loved mother Pat who passed away 17 January 2018. Never a bad word to say, so caring and kind, such beautiful memories, that you left behind. Forever in our hearts, your loving sons Mark,…
Michael Hicks
HICKS Michael Jeremiah Passed away on 10th January 2019 at his home, formerly of Wainfelin & Trevethin, Pontypool. Beloved husband to Nita, loving father to Darren, Barrie & John and a cherished Grampy. Mike will be sadly missed by all his…
Pamela Carter
CARTER Peacefully on 10th January 2019, Pamela Jean Carter of Griffithstown. Beloved wife of Denis, devoted mother of Ian, much loved granny of Bram. Funeral Friday 25th January 2019, service 2:30pm at St Illtyd's Church Mamhilad, followed by interment…
Jean Yates
YATES On 7th January 2019, Jean Yates of New Inn and former Landlady of the Wain-Y- Clare Public House passed away peacefully aged 71 years. Beloved wife of Thomas, devoted Mum of Sarah and a much loved grandmother of Mollie and Liam. Funeral Friday 1st…
colin bailey
BAILEY Colin James B. Arch Peacefully on 7th January at the Royal Gwent Hospital, Colin, of Undy, formerly of Abercynon and Penarth. A wonderful husband of Barbara, brother in law of Errol, uncle, cousin and friend. Funeral Friday January 25th service…
Malcolm Seabourne
SEABOURNE Malcolm John 'MALC' of Caldicot, formerly of Abergavenny, aged 74 years, passed away at the Royal Gwent Hospital on 9th January. Funeral Service to take place on Thursday 31st January at 1.30pm at Langstone Vale Crematorium (Magor Rd., NP18…
Pat Lambert
LAMBERT (Pat) On 4th January 2019, Patricia Rose, aged 83 years of Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran. Beloved Wife of Arthur, Devoted Mother of Kim and Diane. Funeral Thursday 24th January, service 11.45am at Pontrhydyrun Baptist Church, followed by committal at…
Chinese takeaway loses licence over 'illegal workers' investigation
A CHINESE takeaway in Ebbw Vale has lost its premises licence over an investigation into illegal working taking place.
Cake chain with cafes in Newport and Cwmbran goes into administration
CAKE chain Patisserie Valerie - which has cafes in Newport and Cwmbran - has gone into administration, putting 2,800 jobs at risk across the UK.
Premier Stores shop boss fined £7k after goods were fouled by rat droppings and urine
THE director of a company running a Premier Stores shop in Cwmbran must pay more than £7,000 for three separate offences relating to food hygiene.
Appeal to find owner of lost black and white photographs found in petrol station
ATTEMPTS are being made to reunite a collection of old black and white photographs with their owner.
Child rapist jailed for horrific attack back behind bars after asking young girls to have sex with him not long after release
A CONVICTED child rapist who asked young girls to have sex with him not long after being released from prison is back behind bars after being sentenced to nearly 15 years.
Funeral of 'larger-than-life' entertainer set to take place
THE funeral of a "larger-than-life" entertainer is set to take place tomorrow.
Newport girl who beat liver disease helps launch 2019 British Transplant Games in city
AN 11-YEAR-OLD Newport girl whose life was saved by a liver transplant when she less than a year old helped launch the Newport 2019 British Transplant Games.
New calls for bypass to help solve chronic congestion problems plaguing town
IT is a question that has frustrated residents, businesses and politicians for decades – how do you solve Chepstow’s congestion issues?

22nd January 2019