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Community left devastated as care home closing over concerns about quality of care
A CARE home is set to close in three months amid concerns from the owners over the suitability of the building to provide their quality of care. Arthur Jenkins Care and Nursing Home has been part of the Blaenavon community for around 50 years,
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Leisure centre hosts national swimming teacher's lesson masterclass
A NATIONAL swimming teacher hosted a masterclass in swimming lessons at one local leisure centre this week. Caerphilly County Borough Sports and Leisure Services were honoured to welcome Hanna Guise, the National Learn to Swim Manager from Swim
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Dog walkers concerned by waste excavated from canal bed dumped in local park
Residents are concerned by waste excavated from the Rogerstone canal bed which has been dumped in Shaftesbury Park. The park is temporarily being used as a site for the vegetation from the canal bed to drain as there isn’t enough space by the
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Plans to rewild coal tips ‘unviable’ and raise serious doubts according to expert
PLANS by a remediation company to re-wild a set of coal tips in south Wales are unviable, according to one community activist group. ERI Limited launched its pre-application consultation in early 2024 to mine two coal tips in Bedwas. The company
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Newest cakery in shopping centre secures top marks in first hygiene inspection
THE newest cakery in a Newport shopping centre has secured top marks in its first food hygiene inspection. Delicious Delights Newport, located at Unit 29 in the Kingsway Shopping Centre, opened at the former site of the Castle Farm Shop in February
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Gwent Police officer told underage girl he was 'lonely and needs a girlfriend'
A GWENT Police officer on trial accused of sexually abusing a child under age 13, told the girl he was “lonely and needed a girlfriend,” before showing her pornographic videos, the court heard. John Stringer, aged 42, has gone on trial accused
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Controversial home plan dubbed ‘urban intrusion into countryside’
Plans to modernise an old farm building in Penhow represent an “urban intrusion into open countryside”, according to Newport City Council planning officers. The application to redevelop the building, off Arcade Road, has proved controversial with
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Appeal for information after family-friendly pub has windows smashed
AN APPEAL for information has been launched after a recently reopened pub fell victim to a spate of criminal damage. The Royal Albert pub in Maindee, Newport, had its windows smashed in an incident of criminal damage on the morning of Monday,
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Hour by hour weather forecast for Gwent on Friday as yellow warning extended
THE MET Office has extended the yellow weather warning for rain into Friday, following warnings being active on both Wednesday and Thursday of this week. A total rainfall of between 15 to 30mm are expected across Wales and much of the affected
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Dragons confident that a rival at 10 will unlock playmaker Reed's potential
FEW are better placed to know about the talent of Dragons fly-half Will Reed than Matt O’Brien, and the attack coach believes the promising playmaker will profit from being taken out of the firing line this season. O’Brien was shifted from outside
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Investigation launched into Ticketmaster 'dynamic pricing' after Oasis backlash
Controversy over Oasis tickets has prompted an investigation into Ticketmaster's "dynamic pricing". It came after the band's long-awaited reunion tour was announced for the summer of 2025, and millions of people attempted to get tickets. Prices
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Warning to pet owners as rare animals 'stolen to order' by criminals
Bird owners are in a flap after a sophisticated chicken heist saw eight rare birds worth a whopping £400 'stolen to order' from a charity by birdnappers. Staff were horrified to discover eight chickens, including Silkies, Bantams and Ayam Cemani
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IKEA offering shoppers a free breakfast this weekend – just do this one thing
You’ve probably sat down for a plate of IKEA's legendary meatballs after a few hours shopping at your local store, but have you ever had one of their hot breakfasts? IKEA is giving shoppers the chance to get one for free this weekend, you just
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The former County loanee ready to shine for Wales after starring in Championship
FORMER Newport County loanee Mark Harris believes he is a striker reborn after hitting the goal trail to win back his place in the Wales squad. Harris has scored 16 league goals for Oxford in 2024 – a total only bettered in English football by
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More than 80 heavy goods vehicles and drivers caught in road safety operation
MORE than 80 vehicles were stopped by police officers conducting a routine road safety operation on heavy goods vehicles. Last week, officers from Gwent Police's commercial vehicle unit conducted a road operation alongside Driver and Vehicle Standards
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New dessert takeaway opened inside popular Newport Indian restaurant
A new dessert takeaway shop has opened in Liswerry, Newport, offering a range of warm and cold desserts such as ice creams and waffles. Crème's Desserts opened on August 19 as an expansion of the popular ‘Tamarind Express’ Indian takeaway.
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One shop fails underage vaping test purchases in county borough
ONE premises failed a underage vaping selling test carried out by the Trading Standards team of one local authority over the school holidays. It is illegal to sell nicotine vaping products to anyone under 18 or for adults to buy them on behalf
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Police seize possible clone Ford Fiesta left unattended near town centre
Police have seized a possible cloned Ford Fiesta that was left unattended in Cwmbran near the town centre. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Gwent Police said: "Possible cloned Ford Fiesta sighted in the Cwmbran area, following an area search
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Wales centurion Gunter ready to cut coaching teeth as mentor for next generation
WALES centurion Chris Gunter will guide the next generation in a pair of friendlies in Spain in the coming days, and he intends to help them keep building on their return home. The 35-year-old from Newport has been appointed as head coach of the
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Coronation Street star admits she's 'anxious' as she prepares to return to work
Ex-Coronation Street star Ellie Leach has shared that she is feeling 'anxious' as she prepares to go back to work. The Strictly Come Dancing winner is best known for appearing as Faye Windass on Corrie but is currently appearing in the stage show
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'The good news is I'm okay' - Queen guitarist Sir Brian May suffers stroke
Queen guitarist Brian May has revealed he suffered a "minor stroke", revealing the news in a video posted on his YouTube account and website this morning (September 4). However, despite his "little health hiccup" the 77-year-old shared he can still
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Defender stakes claim for a start with County forced into change by Wales U21s
VERSATILE Cameron Evans is a contender for a first League Two start as Newport County AFC prepare to face Port Vale without Wales Under-21s defender Matt Baker. The Exiles will hunt a fourth straight League Two win when they welcome the Valiants
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Costa Coffee reveals food and drink menu for autumn 2024 with 6 new items
Costa Coffee has released more details about its new autumn menu after teasing the return of the Mape Hazel range by releasing one drink for its members. Customers who are signed up to the Costa Club loyalty scheme gained early access to buy a
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Primark to launch first ever Swap Shop initiative in selected UK stores
Primark is set to launch its first-ever Swap Shop initiative for customers to exchange pre-loved and vintage clothing in selected stores around the UK. Created in partnership with circular clothing company, Verte, the limited run of pop-ups will
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How much will your state pension increase by next year?
Pension payments could rise by more than £400 a year from April, reports have suggested. According to the reports, the Treasury’s internal working calculations would see the pension payments boosted as a result of the triple lock. Under the
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County’s loan stars building bench power in bid for fourth league win on spin
NEWPORT County AFC suffered a first Rodney Parade defeat of the season against Cheltenham in the EFL Trophy on Tuesday, yet result apart it could be argued that it was mission accomplished. Exiles legend Michael Flynn continued his unbeaten record
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Thunderstorms set to hit the UK as summer comes to an end
Thunderstorms are set to hit parts of the UK this week as summer comes to an end, the Met Office has warned. The weather across the UK will be “split” this week as southern England is forecast to be battered by heavy downpours while western Scotland
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Crematorium's partnership gives people chance to support conservation charity
Families who buy a memorial at a crematorium in the village of Pontllanfraith will be supporting an international conservation charity. Purchases made at Sirhowy Valley Crematorium between September 9 and October 6 will trigger a £100 donation
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South east Wales accountancy firm expands with new staff
An independent accountancy firm in south-east Wales has increased its staffing levels. Kilsby Williams, one of the largest independent tax and accountancy firms in the region, has welcomed four new members to its audit and accountancy team.
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Best-selling author hits Monmouthshire on book tour
A best-selling author is set to visit Monmouthshire as part of a tour for the 20th book in his Roy Grace series. Peter James will be promoting his latest novel, One Of Us Is Dead, the latest in the popular Roy Grace series. The book sees Roy
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Embrace the dark nights: September's astronomical highlights
Stargazers will be able to see a range of delights in the night sky during September. The Northern Lights, also known as Aurora Borealis made an impressive display in May and again in August. Now, with solar activity at its maximum, more colourful
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Students can win shopping spree in St David's Cardiff event
Students can start the new academic year with a fun-filled shopping spree in Cardiff. St Davids Cardiff is planning a Supermarket Sweep-style event which includes a 10-minute £100 dash at various participating brands, the winning students' shopping
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Monmouthshire County Council receives flurry of new planning applications
A string of projects have applied for planning permission to Monmouthshire County Council this week. In Llantilio Crossenny, Ms H Bishop has submitted a request to build a replacement side extension to create a garden store and potting shed at
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Residents invited to have their say on active travel scheme
Monmouthshire residents have been asked to have their say on a Caldicot active travel scheme. The council is seeking views on the active travel scheme plans for Woodstock Way, a part of an overarching network development for the Caldicot and Severnside
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Caerphilly borough law firm hosting free legal advice day
A legal firm will be holding a free advice day in Blackwood to celebrate the refurbishment of its offices. CJCH Solicitors will be providing a day of complimentary legal drop-in clinics on Thursday, September 12, for both the community and businesses
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Summer fete entertains with alpacas, Shetland ponies, and dog show
A dog show, BBQ, tombola, and visits from alpacas and Shetland ponies entertained guests at a summer fete near Cardiff last weekend. Staff, residents and members of the community came together on Saturday, August 31, at Bryn Ivor Lodge for the
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Chart-topping duo announce new album and date in Cardiff
Michael Ball and Alfie Boe will be joining forces for a new album and tour - which includes a date in Cardiff. The dynamic duo, marking their 10th year making music together, have announced their sixth studio album, 'Together At Home', coming on
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Welsh Government launches £10m scheme to boost energy
The Welsh Government has launched a £10m grant scheme to back Smart Local Energy Systems (SLES). Open to various bodies including SMEs and community organisations, it aims to achieve 100 per cent renewable electricity by 2035. SLES develops
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Foster families in Monmouthshire enjoy summer picnic
Foster families in Monmouthshire were treated to a special picnic. Foster Wales Monmouthshire organised a summer picnic at Mardy Park, Abergavenny, on Friday, August 30, to celebrate and thank the county's foster carers. These individuals play
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Torfaen food network meeting to be held at Cwmbran cafe
A Torfaen food network is set to hold its next meeting. The Torfaen Food4Growth business network meeting is planned for September 24 at Coffi Kitoko, Cwmbran. The event will start at 6pm and is open to all businesses in the food industry, whether
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Crickhowell Rugby Club receives funding for kitchen
A Crickhowell sporting club has been given funding from the Welsh Government. Crickhowell Rugby Club in Powys is to receive £5,000 toward establishing a permanent kitchen through a food trailer. The financial aid comes as part of a larger injection
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'We're living like animals' Family left with maggots amid fly tipping horror
A WOMAN in Pontypool who lives in a property run by a social enterprise based in South Wales has claimed that she and her family are being forced to live ‘like animals’ due to high levels of fly tipping. Layla Mayo, who has lived in the property
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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 and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court. RHIAN JONES, 35, of Maesglas Crescent, Newport was banned from driving for six months for speeding at 58mph in a 50mph zone on the M4 motorway between
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Mr Giant Veg set for American adventure with talks in LA
A FARMER from Cwmbran is set to take his unique talent for growing massive vegetables across the pond to the States this month. Kevin Fortey, 46, has become fondly known as 'Mr Giant Veg' across Wales for his talent in growing large vegetables.
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Senedd lobby group to lead major protest on anniversary of 20mph legislation
A MAJOR nationwide protest against the blanket 20mph speed limit in Wales is being planned for next weekend. Senedd Lobby Group was established in 2023 to monitor and protest against the impact of the 20mph legislation and hold the Welsh Government
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Post office and family home in valleys town up for sale for £165,000
If you are looking for a new exciting business opportunity you might want to put an offer in for this Post Office in Blaina. It has an average income of £30,000 plus, a private sales turnover of £3,000 with a 57% gross profit, and Coach Holiday
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Drone footage shows sheer size of controversial housing development
Drone footage shows the sheer size of the new housing development being built on the former Mabey Bridge shipyard, next to the remnants of Brunel’s Grade II listed ‘Great Tubular Bridge.’ Plans were passed in 2017 for over 400 new eco-friendly
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134mph BMW driver caught speeding in 70mph zone on M4 motorway
A DRIVER was caught speeding at an astonishing 134mph in a 70mph zone on the M4 motorway. Jahanara Khanom, 33, from Cwmbran was clocked by Gwent Police travelling nearly double the speed limit at Junction 29 in Newport. The offence took place
