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Sun, 10 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Newport foodbank use increases by 35 per cent
During the latest lockdown, you are not alone.

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000
We're in it Together: Support services available in Gwent
AS THE lockdown across Wales kicks in, we are highlighting the places that are available to help if anyone is in need.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 09:38:25 +0000
Vaughan Gething on coronavirus vaccine and schools in Wales
THE Welsh Government's health minister has said Wales' coronavirus vaccination programme will not fall further behind other parts of the UK in the coming weeks.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Drugged-up Newport driver jailed
A MOTORIST who was caught drug driving with cocaine in his blood three times in less than three months is behind bars.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Look who’s just been in court from Newport and Cwmbran
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
South Wales women more likely to end up in prison than rest of UK
WOMEN across South Wales were given 340 prison sentences last year – the highest across England and Wales.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Youngster cycled 6.5 miles for St David's Hospice
A YOUNG boy cycled from Rogerstone to Caerleon to raise money for St David's Hospice Care.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 05:00:00 +0000
Newport's most sought-after homes
Newport's top 5 most viewed properties right now:

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
When Barack Obama visited Mount Pleasant school in Newport
IN SEPTEMBER 2014 around 60 world leaders descended on Newport for the NATO summit.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Former crane driver at Llanwern with MND raises £7,000
A FORMER crane driver at Llanwern steelworks who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in June last year has raised more than £7,000 for charity by staging a raffle.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
How many people in the UK formed a 'bubble' on Christmas Day
FOUR in 10 adults in Britain formed a bubble to celebrate Christmas Day, figures suggest.

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Cadbury's hide 200 Creme Eggs worth up to £5,000
A total of 200 winning eggs will be hidden randomly in local newsagents and corner shops across the UK.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 12:18:10 +0000
Coronavirus latest case and death figures for Wales & Gwent
EIGHT more people have died in Gwent after testing positive for coronavirus, according to the latest figures from Public Health Wales.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Newport drug dealers, robber and dangerous driver jailed
THESE six criminals were recently handed prison sentences for offences such as drug dealing, robbery, wounding and dangerous driving.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 15:01:00 +0000
Coronavirus testing centres open in Newport and Rogerstone
ANEURIN Bevan University Health Board is opening two new coronavirus testing centres for Newport residents.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
Look who’s just been in court from Newport and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Petrol prices in Newport, Torfaen, Caerphilly, and Gwent
THREE of the UK's 'big four' supermarkets have been found to be raising fuel prices by nearly three times as much as necessary, but where can you get the cheapest petrol in Gwent?

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 04:01:08 +0000
Five more fantastic Gwent pets
Here is your weekly fix of pets from around Gwent.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
Remembering Lady Llanover, who revived National Eisteddfod
Although it may not be in the heartland of Welsh-speaking culture, Abergavenny has played a vital role in the creation of the National Eisteddfod.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Parking charges at Caerphilly country parks could be scrapped
CAR parking charges at five country parks in Caerphilly county borough could be removed permanently, while parents could be offered free parking close to schools following a council review.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Tredegar man admits drug dealing charge
A MAN has pleaded guilty to a cannabis traffic charge and is due to be sentenced next month.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Gwent Police issue 60 coronavirus fines over festive period
GWENT Police issued 60 fines to people breaking coronavirus rules over the festive period.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Veganuary: Al Forno & Tin Can Kitchen in Rogerstone, Newport
VEGANUARY is here and there's plenty of meat-free options for people to sink their teeth into.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 10:01:02 +0000
Tributes paid to 'marvellous chorister' and former lecturer at Cross Keys College
Tributes have been paid to one of the longest standing top tenors of Caldicot Male Voice Choir and a former lecturer at Cross Keys College who died in December.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 15:15:00 +0000
Queen and Duke of Edinburgh receive coronavirus vaccination
THE Queen and Duke of Edinburgh have received their Covid-19 vaccinations, joining more than a million people who have been given the jab.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Happy birthday Bill Nash of Caldicot Male Voice Choir
WHILE many people look forward to a quiet old age, one Caldicot Male Voice Choir member is still regularly singing with them - and he celebrates his 98th birthday today, January 9.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Looking back at Newport's old bus station: What you said
HERE is a scene many may remember - the bus station near Newport Indoor Market as it used to be.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Welsh Water warn to take action to avoid burst pipes
WELSH Water is warning customers to take action to avoid burst pipes during Wales' current cold snap.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Lidl and Aldi middle aisles: What's available from Sunday, January 10?
Lidl and Aldi have revealed the latest items hitting the shelves in the middle aisles of their stores from Sunday, January 10, 2021.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
The top music artists going on tour in 2021
Here are some of the best live music artists to see on tour in 2021.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
Pet owners warned of 'serious threat' amid cold weather
Emergency vet service, Vets Now, has seen a rise in cold weather-related cases in its animal hospital and clinics.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 12:00:00 +0000
Product recalls: Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Waitrose, Sainsbury's
The likes of Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons, Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Aldi are urgently recalling a number of items.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000
McVitie's announce new Jaffa Cake flavours
The two new flavours will be sandwiched between the iconic dark chocolate and springy sponge layers of a standard orange Jaffa Cake.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 15:50:46 +0000
LIVE: Dragons v Ospreys - PRO14 updates from Rodney Parade
How the action unfolded when the Dragons suffered a derby defeat to the Ospreys at Rodney Parade.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Campaign ahead of Newport County's FA Cup tie with Brighton
SENIOR politicians from across Newport are encouraging Newport County AFC fans to support a crowdfunding campaign for the club – ahead of this weekend’s FA Cup third round tie against Brighton & Hove Albion.

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
New Year’s resolutions to help you sleep better in 2021
From maintaining a schedule and nightly routine to putting away screens in the evening, these small changes will help you sleep better in 2021.

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 16:30:02 +0000
Cwmbran We Fight Any Claim boss jailed over major fraud
A FINANCIAL director who blew more than £800,000 to feed her “crazy” online gambling addiction after stealing it from her own firm has been jailed.

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:05:43 +0000
Drakeford: Stronger Covid rules in shops, work & schools
MARK Drakeford has outlined the three areas of life in Wales which will be under stronger restrictions in lockdown.

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 12:22:42 +0000
11 new coronavirus deaths and 486 cases in Gwent today
ELEVEN more coronavirus deaths have been confirmed in Gwent today by Public Health Wales, among 56 across Wales.

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 00:00:00 +0000
Wales to stay in lockdown for at least three more weeks
WALES will remain under Alert Level Four lockdown restrictions until at least January 29, First Minister Mark Drakeford has confirmed.



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