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Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport charity Ffion’s Gift raises awareness about Edwards Syndrome
A Newport mum is keeping her daughter’s memory alive by dedicating her time to her charity named Ffion’s Gift.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Five-bedroom home near Chepstow on the market for £1.7m
A former 12th century barn near Chepstow which has been converted into a five-bedroom house is on the market for £1.7 million.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Blaina woman faces jail for slashing boyfriend with a knife
A WOMAN could be facing a lengthy jail sentence after she pleaded guilty to slashing her boyfriend with a knife.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 09:17:02 +0100
A4048 closed in both directions after crash, police confirm
THE A4048 is closed in both directions between Peacehaven and Hollybush and emergency services are on the scene after a crash.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Army veteran fly-tipped waste after queues at Newport tip
A 55-YEAR-OLD army veteran from Bettws was thanked by magistrates for his 20-year service to the country when he appeared in court to admit illegally dumping rubbish.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Ebbw Vale and Blackwood
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
The cheapest place to park in Newport city centre
THESE are a comparison of the prices for the car parks in Newport city centre.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Chepstow shipbuilding memorial space unveiled
The event marked the grand opening of the former No.4 slipway, one of the hearts of Chepstow's shipbuilding trade in days gone by.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 06:00:00 +0100
South Wales Health & Care Awards: Care Home of the Year
NEWPORT’S Rosedale House is a relative newcomer to the care home community but that didn’t stop it being named Care Home of the Year at the South Wales Health & Care Awards.

Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Tesco, Aldi, Asda 'do not eat' warnings and product recalls
Asda, Tesco and Aldi are among the supermarkets with 'do not eat' warnings in place

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Takeaway chain German Doner Kebab late paying staff in Cwmbran
Employees of a takeaway chain in Cwmbran have spoken out against their employer after they were constantly paid late.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:17:19 +0100
Caerphilly thug hit innocent victim in face with a pint glass
A MAN with a long history of violence struck his innocent victim in the face with a pint glass while he was on a drinking binge.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Owner of Ebbw Vale's Park hotel granted permission for Blaenavon B&B
The owner behind the controversial Park Hotel in Ebbw Vale has planning permission for a Bed and Breakfast accommodation in Blaenavon.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Llanwern High School in Newport earns diversity praise
Education minister Jeremy Miles said Llanwern High School was "motoring ahead" and making "a real contribution" towards modernising education.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:00:00 +0100
David Davies on Kwasi Kwarteng and Liz Truss
David Davies says "anything we do, and anything any chancellor does, is going to have consequences - we’ve got to be realistic".

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Ty Sign Primary School pays tribute to teacher Katie Morris
Ty Sign Primary School has paid tribute to 'beloved' Year One teacher Katie Morris.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0100
This weekend's road works and closures across Gwent
Here is a round-up of the road works and closures across the Gwent region this weekend.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Man arrested after four-vehicle A472 crash near Pontypool
A MAN has been arrested following a four-vehicle crash near Pontypool this morning.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 08:31:14 +0100
Crash blocks main road near Pontypool causing delays
A crash on a main road near Pontypool is causing delays this morning

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Newport residents in court outside Gwent
SEVERAL Newport residents have had their cases appear in courts outside of Gwent recently.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran Centre Burger King gets planning permission
BURGER King’s plan to come to Cwmbran has been given the green light from planning officers.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
St Michael's pupils Newport visit Royal Victoria Court at Whiteheads
Newport housing developer Lovell invited a local primary school to their site on Royal Victoria Court as part of an educational site visit.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:34:21 +0100
Police appeal after reports of robbery in Newport
GWENT Police are looking to speak with a man following reports of a late-night robbery in Newport.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport pub opens pop-up bar from cargo container
A popular pub in Bassaleg, Newport has opened a pop-up bar made from a shipping container at the weekend.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Cwmbran and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport burglar admits stealing Technika TV
A BURGLAR has admitted stealing a TV, DVD player and two mobile phones during a raid.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport man fined £200 for dropping cigarette in London
A NEWPORT man has been slapped with a fine of more than £200 after dropping a cigarette in London.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Newport City Council predicting £3.2m budget overspend
NEWPORT City Council has said it expects to go over its budget by £3.2 million.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Warm hub opens at Torfaen charity
A NEW warm hub has been opened in Garndiffaith by local charity Garnsychan Partnership.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:56:46 +0100
Latest on plans for The British in Talywain
PLANS for what is described as the largest remaining post-industrial site in South Wales could see it used for ‘green’ and hydrogen energy production as well as a salmon farm.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Oktoberfest comes to Newport tomorrow evening
Oktoberfest is on its way to Newport this weekend with organisers set to bring the authentic German beer festival to the heart of the city.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:23:13 +0100
Prime Minister Liz Truss to hold press conference today
Reports suggest senior Tories are plotting the possibility of replacing Ms Truss with a joint ticket of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Chepstow WWI slipway reopened as part of housing development
A PIECE of Chepstow history which saw the town leave its mark on the world of war reopens today as part of a new housing development.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Dogs home in Newport awarded two gold awards for dog care
A Newport dog’s home has won two gold awards at the 2022 RSPCA Cymru Awards for their work with stray dogs.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 15:00:59 +0100
Liz Truss announcement: Key points from Prime Minister's U-turn press conference
Liz Truss discussed her U-turn, Kwasi Kwarteng, Jeremy Hunt, and her future as Prime Minister

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:08:57 +0100
Liz Truss names Jeremy Hunt as new Chancellor after Kwasi Kwarteng sacking
Prime Minister Liz Truss appointed Jeremy Hunt after sacking Kwasi Kwarteng earlier today

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Latest on Loungers venue plans in former Carro Lounge in Cwmbran
CAFE bar chain Loungers has revealed plans to open 19 more sites over the rest of the financial year - including one in Cwmbran - as it continues to push forward with expansion plans despite pressure on consumer spending.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Barriers to prevent off-road bikes 'causing problems for the disabled'
BARRIERS on footpaths, pavements and cycle paths intended to prevent off-roading are also blocking access for disabled people and those with mobility issues, a councillor has warned. 

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Work under way to make sure views of Torfaen youth heard
WORK to ensure the views of all young people, including the “unapproachable and disaffected”, are taken on board is under way in Torfaen. 

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:49:47 +0100
Liz Truss announcement today: What time is Liz Truss speaking today?
Liz Truss will hold a press conference on Friday, Downing Street has confirmed.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 20:00:00 +0100
South Wales Health & Care Awards: Volunteer of the Year
OUTSTANDING levels of commitment and a caring approach is what the South Wales Health & Care Awards judges were looking for when they picked the winner of the Volunteer of the Year title.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Ofgem to launch campaign to help people slash energy bills this winter
In an attempt to help people conserve energy this winter Ofgem will be launching a new campaign

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:45:08 +0100
Kwasi Kwarteng to be 'sacked' ahead of Liz Truss press conference today
Kwasi Kwarteng has reportedly bee sacked on day after insisting he is “not going anywhere,” according to reports.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 11:49:42 +0100
Liz Truss press conference: What will Prime Minister say at announcement?
Reports suggest senior Tories are plotting the possibility of replacing Ms Truss with a joint ticket of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 10:06:29 +0100
Cost of living: Expectation of Truss U-turn as pressure builds on Government
Reports suggest senior Tories are plotting the possibility of replacing Ms Truss with a joint ticket of Rishi Sunak and Penny Mordaunt

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 07:00:00 +0100
South Wales Health & Care Awards: Mental Health Award
ANEURIN Bevan University Health Board’s Peer Mentor Development Team added another accolade to their list of achievements at the South Wales Health & Care Awards.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0100
New chancellor UK: Kwasi Kwarteng breaks silence after being sacked by Liz Truss
Kwasi Kwarteng has paid the price for the chaos unleashed by his mini-budget one day after insisting he is “not going anywhere”.

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 12:25:42 +0100
Liz Truss could become Britain's shortest-serving Prime Minister
Should Liz Truss resign this year she will become the country's shortest serving Prime Minister

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:02:52 +0100
Tributes paid to star of Harry Potter and Cracker, Robbie Coltrane
Earlier today, it was reported that the actor had died as his agent of 40 years Belinda Wright said "Robbie was a unique talent."

Fri, 14 Oct 2022 19:02:59 +0100
Robbie Coltrane: What were the roles that made him famous?
Robbie Coltrane has in a number of well-known films and TV series, including Harry Potter, Cracker and James Bond



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