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'I am full of hope and positivity the moment'
Two things have made me full of hope and positivity this week. You can guess the first one – more on that later – but the second one was the brilliant Relay for Life in Pontypool Park at the weekend. The concept of Relay for Life is a simple
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UKHSA issues update on new variant after small spike in Covid cases recorded
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has issued an update on the latest Covid-19 variant after a small spike in cases was recorded. The new FLiRT variant, KP.3, has been identified in "small numbers" across the UK so far this summer. The UKHSA
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'Check your change': Your £2 coin could be worth £500 - what to look for
Brits are being urged to check their change and look for a rare £2 coin that could be worth a small fortune. The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely
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How early should you arrive at Cardiff Airport for a flight (short and long haul)?
Airports all over the UK, including in Cardiff, require passengers to arrive a certain amount of time before their flight's scheduled departure. There is a lot that goes on in the lead up to your flight like parking your car, check-in, security
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‘Never return’ - Tom Jones fans trapped for hours in traffic chaos after concert
‘HUNDREDS of people’ were ‘trapped’ in the Chepstow Racecourse car park for over two hours after the Tom Jones headliner ‘Summer Sessions’ concert last Saturday, July 6. Attendee Kelly East, 46, said: “It took us two hours and 20 minutes to leave
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Cost of fines cheaper for council than eye-watering £24m bill to improve recycling
Sweeping changes to waste and recycling collections in Caerphilly County Borough could require millions of pounds of borrowing, and prove significantly costlier than fines for non-compliance. Caerphilly currently has the worst recycling performance
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'Our true hero': Young boy attacked by XL bully was protecting siblings
THE MOTHER of a young boy who was attacked by an XL bully outside a church in Newport last week has called her son a 'true hero'. Tina Scarpato's eldest son Theo, 11, was bitten on his right thigh when he ran towards an XL bully dog in a bid to
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Eight-year-old girl donates 12 inches of her hair to cancer charity
An eight-year-old girl cut 12 inches off her hair to raise money for the the charity, The Little Princess Trust. The charity provides real wigs, free of charge, to children and young people who have lost their hair through cancer. Harper-Jayne
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Anti-social behaviour in South Wales town making traders feel unsafe
Pontypool has had an ongoing blight of anti-social behaviour for several years and a business owner and worker expressed how unsafe they feel. Eve Sipos, 35, owner of Eve's Pole dance and Yoga, which sits above Farmfoods, said she lost clients
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'I can look all my colleagues in the eye,' Hannah Blythyn breaks silence on sacking
A minister sacked by Wales’ first minister amid claims she leaked information to the press has broken her silence, telling the Senedd her side of the story. Hannah Blythyn, the Labour MS who has represented Delyn since 2016, reiterated her vehement
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Driver hit man in ‘revenge’ attack after being stabbed in the neck in a robbery
A DRIVER hit a man with his car in a “revenge” attack after being surrounded by a gang and stabbed in the neck in a robbery. Ryan Beirne was told he was lucky he hadn’t killed Adam Mathias after causing him serious injuries when he struck him while
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South Wales issued yellow weather warning amid thunderstorms and flooding
A yellow weather warning has been issued for South Wales with thunderstorms set to hit the area from as early as 2pm on Tuesday (July 9). The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning due to thunderstorms which will be in place across parts of
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Warning to blue badge holders who face £1,000 fine if they do not act
Blue Badge holders have been warned they could face fines of up £1,000 if they do not take action. Blue Badges help people with disabilities or health conditions park closer to their destination. They cost £10 in England, £20 in Scotland, and
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UK households could be due £170 TV Licence refund - are you eligible?
UK households could be due a £169.50 refund on the cost of their TV Licence. Every household in the UK is legally required to have a TV licence in order to watch or record live TV, regardless of what channel it is on. However, you could be
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Dyson announces plans to cut 1,000 jobs in the UK
Dyson will reportedly axe about 1,000 jobs as part of a global cost-cutting drive. Staff were told on Tuesday morning about the cuts as part of a wider cost-cutting drive and efforts to reduce the business’s 15,000-strong workforce around the world
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BA flight attendants top tips for nervous flyers and the 'best' calming drink
Whether you’re a seasoned multi-centre trip flyer or a lover of the short-haul holiday, for many people, flights can be a source of stress and anxiety. A British Airways cabin crew member has now revealed her top tips for dealing with flights
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South Wales issued yellow weather warning due to thunderstorms and flooding
A yellow weather warning has been issued for South Wales with thunderstorms set to hit the area from as early as 2pm on Tuesday (July 9). The Met Office issued a yellow weather warning due to thunderstorms which will be in place across parts of
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Suspected 'human hand' found at Pembrokeshire golf course sparks crime scene alert
A golfer’s grisly discovery on a Pembrokeshire course led to a crime scene alert. Playing near the ninth hole of Tenby Golf Course last Friday, the member was startled to find what appeared to be a skeletal human hand in a rabbit hole, He alerted
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Hozier Chepstow concert cancelled due to flooding
The Hozier Chepstow show has been cancelled last minute due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall. The cancellation was announced at midday hours before the performance was due to begin at the racecourse. The performance will not be rescheduled
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Man charged with jewellery store theft set to appear in court
A MAN has been charged following a theft from a jewellery store. Gwent Police had appealed for witnesses and information on Friday, July 3, about the theft which allegedly took place on Saturday, June 29 between 11.25am and 11.45am. On the
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No hopes for early replacement of 'high-risk' Pembrokeshire sewage pipe
DŵrCymru Welsh Water has said it will not be able to comply with urgent calls for the ‘immediate’ replacement of the sewer pipe which caused last week’s pollution incident in Tenby. The company has confirmed that it could be at least six years
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LOOK: Relay 4 Life raises funds and brings community together
A 24-HOUR relay was held this weekend in a park in Torfaen, to raise vital funds for a cancer charity. The Pontypool Relay 4 Life was held on Saturday and Sunday, July 6 to 7, to raise vital funds for Cancer Research. The 24-hour event took place
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Popular local dog-friendly pub forced to close suddenly this week
A POPULAR pub has been forced to suddenly close its doors this week. The Inn at Rhiwderin, in Newport, has long been a favourite of many local residents, but sadly had to announce its closure on Monday, July 8. The news was confirmed by a
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School's timber classroom will be in the ground's of neighbouring school
A SPECIAL school has been given the green light for a timber classroom on the edge of a neighbouring school’s grounds. The cabin to be used as a classroom and community space will be sited on the edge of Croesyceiliog School in Cwmbran, next to
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HGV could be able to fill up on food waste at dedicated M4 filling station
LORRIES could be able to fill up with fuel made from food waste if plans for a dedicated service station alongside the M4 are developed. Plans for a 12 pump bio-gas vehicle fuelling station within the Wales 1 Business Park, in Magor, near Junction
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Drug dealer who sent out almost 7,000 text bombs jailed
A MAN who ran a drugs line supplying cocaine, ecstasy, cannabis and codeine has been jailed. Louis Gale, 25, from Newport sent out almost 7,000 text bombs between July and September last year offering the class A and class B drugs for sale.
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Parents warned to throw out 'dangerous' baby product found in millions of homes
Parents have been warned to throw away a “dangerous” baby proofing product. Plug protectors are in millions of homes across the UK, as parents look to protect their children from the dangers of electric shocks. However, a report from consumer
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Do speed cameras work at night? How they work and what you need to know
Drivers are always cautious of speed limits and speed cameras during the daytime, but at night time, it can be easy to forget. Although there are signs pointing out speed cameras along dark night routes, when the roads are less busy it can be easy
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Aldi set to open new South Wales store in the coming months - see where
Aldi is set to open a new store in south Wales in the coming months. The supermarket giant - which is the UK's cheapest - has revealed where it plans to open its next 10 new stores across the UK as part of a planned 35 in 2024. The openings
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Talisman Wainwright a major doubt for Wales' second Test Down Under
WALES are sweating on the fitness of talisman Aaron Wainwright for the second Test with Australia after the Dragons back rower suffered a hamstring injury. The 26-year-old led the charge with an impressive performance in Saturday’s 25-16 loss to
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Do speed cameras work at night? How they work and what you need to know
Drivers are always cautious of speed limits and speed cameras during the daytime, but at night time, it can be easy to forget. Although there are signs pointing out speed cameras along dark night routes, when the roads are less busy it can be easy
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Live: Road closure after tree falls down
9:10am The 07:45 69 service from Monmouth to Chepstow is delayed and will run the 65 route to get to Chepstow. Monmouth
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Should you rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwasher? Expert decides
To rinse or not to rinse your dishes before putting them in the dishwasher, that is the question. When loading your dishwasher at the end of a busy day, you probably just want to get the dishes stacked, washed and put away as soon as possible so
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M4 road traffic collision westbound
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Explore environmental science at Techniquest's free event
Techniquest will be hosting a special free event later this year. Teaming up with the UKRI Natural Environment Research Council and the National Oceanography Centre, they will stage the 'Archwiliwch ein planed - Explore our planet' event between
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Evans eyeing another promotion as former County prospect earns Turkish chance
FORMER Newport County AFC midfielder Lee Evans is hunting another promotion after signing for League One Blackpool. The 29-year-old has signed a two-year contract with the Seasiders after helping Portsmouth win the third-tier title last season.
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'An incredible honour' - Wales ready for a new era under boss Bellamy
Craig Bellamy has been appointed Wales head coach on a deal until 2028, replacing Rob Page who was sacked following the team’s failure to qualify for Euro 2024. The 44-year-old leaves Burnley where he was assistant to former boss Vincent Kompany
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These top 3 foods 'will increase your chances of living past 90'
Explorer and educator Dan Buettner regularly shares tips and tricks to help people live longer. The author and National Geographic fellow has become well known for his research into the world's 'blue' zones - the areas of our planet where people
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Netflix axes cheapest ad-free plan costing subscribers an extra £36 a year
Netflix has axed its cheapest ad-free plan for all subscribers. This means those wanting to watch shows on the popular streaming service without ads will now have to pay an extra £3 per month (£36 a year). The streaming giant scrapped its
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Love Island's Liam opens new Cardiff Superdrug store
Superdrug has officially opened its new store in Cardiff's St Davids Shopping Centre. Love Island winner, Liam Reardon, did the honours on July 5, cutting the ribbon and welcoming the first customers. The store occupies an 8,210 sq.ft unit,
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More than £61,000 donated to charity by Wales & West Utilities
Wales & West Utilities staff raised more than £61,000 for charity over the last year. The workforce, spread across Wales and the south west of England, gave generously to community groups and charitable causes. The gas emergency and pipeline
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New land buyer for leading south Wales housebuilder
Persimmon Homes has a new land buyer for the east Wales area. Ellena Hodges has been promoted and will oversee South East Wales and the border counties. In her new position, she will manage the identification, evaluation, and acquisition of
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RSPCA highlights animal cruelty in viral animated video
A hard-hitting animated RSPCA video will be coming to TV screens after going viral online. The video, which is a stark illustration of animal cruelty, has been viewed more than 70,000 times in just 72 hours since its release, and anticipation grows
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Theatr Iolo brings innovative children's play to Wales
A children's theatre company will be bringing a new play across South Wales. Theatr Iolo, Wales' leading children's theatre company, is producing a new touring show, The Welsh Dragon, that celebrates Britain's black ancestry. Using the mythological
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Chambers Wales calls for increased exporting assistance
Businesses in Wales need more support according to Chambers Wales following the release of its second quarter figures. They reveal that companies trading globally faced significant challenges, with 46 per cent reporting a decrease in export sales
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FatFace told it can change logo above the entrance to store in Gwent town
A CLOTHING brand’s new logo can be displayed above its shop in Abergavenny after it got the green light from planners to change its signage. FatFace, which is famous for its casual clothing, submitted an application with more than 20 documents
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Grab a bucket and spade and head to the new 'indoor beach' at market
Pontypool Indoor Market has opened its very own ‘Indoor Beach’ for families to enjoy for free with the hopes of attracting new customers. Local nurseries have visited the ‘Indoor Beach’ at the market which features a sand pit for children to play
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Plans for further expansion at Gwent weapons factory have been put forward
FURTHER expansion of manufacturing capacity at the BAE Systems arms factory in Gwent is being planned. The multinational firm has put forward initial plans for a new manufacturing facility on vacant land at its site at Glascoed between Pontypool
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Shadow minister urges Welsh Labour to act now to save local news
The shadow local government minister has urged the Welsh government to rethink a council tax bill which threatens local news. Conservative MS Peter Fox, said: “Local papers play an incredibly important role in democracy, holding both the Welsh
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Magic and mayhem! Monster Jam returns to Cardiff after five years
REVIEW: Monster Jam revved into the Welsh capital for the first time in five years – attracting thousands to Principality Stadium. The air in Cardiff was thick with anticipation (and the sound of airhorns bought from street vendors) as Monster
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In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court. GERAINT GILLARD, 33, of no fixed abode, Newport was jailed for 14 weeks after he carried out a “serious and unprovoked attack” on a woman in the city on June 27. He will have to
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Family of grandad given palliative care 'incorrectly' still waiting on answers
THE FAMILY OF a man who they believe was given palliative care for five years incorrectly say they are still waiting for proper answers over his care from the local health boards. Colin Whitney, now 77, originally from Powys, was diagnosed with