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Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport prepares to mark 20 years as city
IT’S almost 20 years since Newport officially became a city.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:06:08 +0000
Live traffic updates for the M4 motorway, Newport and Gwent
Follow along live this Monday morning for all of the latest on the roads

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Rob Street on Newport County's approach to final 10 games
ON-LOAN striker Rob Street has challenged his teammates to be on it for each of their final 10 games of the season, with a potential promotion in sight.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Say hello to these five new arrivals
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Peter Fox condemns Grange Hospital patient delays
A Gwent MS will push the health minister to address patient delays at the Grange University Hospital in Cwmbran.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Newport city centre shops improved in flats plan
Planning permission has retrospectively been granted

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Blaina, Caerphilly and Cwmbran
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Line of Duty reunion: Adrian Dunbar was cooking with gas well before Ted Hastings
ADRIAN Dunbar has entertained in theatres, in films and on television – but his Ted Hastings character in hit show Line of Duty has been a highlight of his 40-year career.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:13:59 +0000
UK to welcome tens of thousands of Ukrainian refugees from next week
Local authority areas will be entitled to more than £10,000 for each Ukrainian refugee taken in.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 07:12:35 +0000
UK's Homes for Ukraine scheme - how you can help
Britons offering accommodation to Ukrainian refugees will receive a “thank you” payment of £350 per month.

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 08:36:43 +0000
Asda and KFC among most complained about companies on TripAdvisor and Trustpilot
Asda, M&S, Sainsbury's and Lidl all featured high on the list

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Does Newport need to be tougher on anti-social behaviour?
NEWPORT is no different from any other city in that it faces problems with anti-social behaviour in public areas.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
James Rowberry says Newport County showed grit at Stevenage
JAMES Rowberry praised his side for showing grit in overcoming a stubborn Stevenage side on Saturday.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
'No beds' at Royal Gwent Hospital after woman's 16 hour wait
A NEWPORT woman has spoken of her frustration after her grandmother waited almost 16 hours to be seen for a possible pneumonia infection at the Royal Gwent Hospital – only to be told she had to leave because there was no bed space.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Heads of Valleys traders want Welsh Government compensation
Business owners along the A465 say the Welsh Government owes them compensation for loss of trade during periods of roadworks.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Talking points from Newport County's win over Stevenage
NEWPORT County AFC are up to third after dispatching a struggling Stevenage side, despite being under pressure for large portions of the game.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 14:19:49 +0000
Huge lorry secured to send supplies from Newport to Ukraine
The city has come together as part of efforts to help the people of Ukraine

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Rob Street delighted to score his first Newport County goal
NEWPORT County AFC striker Rob Street said he was delighted to get off the mark for the Exiles.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Newport Castle: the build repair and decline of city landmark
WHEN you look at Newport Castle’s ruins and the city today, it can be hard to imagine that the centre of Newport was taken up by a large medieval castle.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 11:58:26 +0000
Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway: Gwent families win
Families from Caldicot and Pontypool featured

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 09:40:19 +0000
Newport and Gwent weather forecast, Sunday March 13
The weather is set to be a mixed bag

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
The 5 dogs looking for forever homes at Many Tears Animal Rescue
HERE is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Look: Inside amazing former water mill for sale
There's a lot to like about this one

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Five motorists from Torfaen appear in court for speeding
HERE is a round-up of everyone from Torfaen who has been fined for speeding during the past week.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0000
In pictures: When the Beast from the East hit Gwent
This time four years ago we were under feet of snow with roads across the region blocked and schools and businesses closed.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Blaenavon professor John Hunt at Wales Poetry Awards
A BLAENAVON professor and climate change scientist has been highly commended at the finals of a national poetry competition.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
All the firefighter jobs currently up for grabs in Gwent
A number of stations in the region are looking for staff

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Pontypool and Risca
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0000
What are the best things to come out of Newport?
NEWPORT has plenty to be proud of - here are some of the great things which have come out of the city.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Nostalgia: Gear School talent show, March 2010
Twelve years ago a talent show was held at Gaer School and our photographer was there to snap the action.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Pictures: Newport Carnivals through the years
Nostalgia: Carnivals

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Line of Duty reunion: Vicky McClure keeps championing good causes
VICKY McClure is best known to many police drama fans for her role as Detective Sergeant Kate Fleming in the BBC’s Line of Duty – the onscreen trio that we’ve come to watch and love in the hit show, with Vicky describing them as her “best ma...

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000
New Look store manager with passion for life remembered with donation to hospice
KIND-HEARTED colleagues of a Gwent fashion store manager with a boundless passion for life raised thousands of pounds in her memory after she lost her courageous battle against cancer.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000
School awards: Meet New Directions Education
The South Wales Argus Schools & Education Awards would not exist without the generous support of its sponsors. This week we meet New Directions Education and Monmouthshire Building Society.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Look: These photos are a window into the talent of our camera club
TODAY'S theme for our camera club members is windows and, as usual, they have sent us a fantastic selection of images.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000
Llancarfan Primary School to be sold off by council
A RECENTLY-CLOSED village school in the Vale of Glamorgan is set to be sold off by the council.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Life in the UK test: Can you pass the British citizenship test? Take the quiz
The set of 24 questions, also known as the "Life in the UK" test, will cost £50 and is compiled from 3,000 facts about Britain.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Netflix 'secret' codes that could help you find 'hidden' TV shows and films
Netflix remains the most popular in the UK providing a hub of our favourite TV and films.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Latest fuel prices UK: 12 tip to make your fuel last longer
In response to the rising cost of filling up your tank, car finance platform CarFinance24/7 has shared 12 tips to make your fuel go further.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 02:44:27 +0000
Craig Woodruff outpoints Ronnie Clark to claim Celtic crown
Craig Woodruff completed the first part of what could be a career-defining year by claiming the vacant Celtic lightweight title with a landslide points defeat of Ronnie Clark in Cardiff.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Tripadvisor reveals best international destinations for Spring - See the top 10
 Tripadvisor has revealed its most popular international destinations for Spring.  See the top 10 and the best flight deals to get there.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0000
6 garden essentials under £200 to get your garden summer ready
As we plough through the last of the cold weather, we can only hope that warmer Spring days aren’t far away.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Mother's Day 2022: Sweet treats your mum, grandma and mother-in-law will love
If you're looking for some cakes or an afternoon tea hamper to give as a gift this Mother's Day then you may be in luck.

Sun, 13 Mar 2022 21:08:00 +0000
'Thank you for what you are doing in support of Ukraine' - Jessica Morden, MP for Newport West
The war in Ukraine continues to dominate proceedings in parliament. It was an honour to hear from President Zelensky when he addressed the Commons virtually last week - his bravery and determination to defend democratic values in the face of unimagin...

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 15:30:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Sunday March 13
Here are some of the items in Aldi and Lidl middle aisles from Sunday, March 13.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 22:51:49 +0000
Police appeal to find missing 13-year-old boy from Newport
POLICE are appealing for information to help find a 13-year-old boy who went missing this morning.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 22:27:41 +0000
Crash closes road in Ebbw Vale
THE emergency services are dealing with a crash in Ebbw Vale which has closed the road in both directions.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 16:58:27 +0000
Newport County AFC beat Stevenage to continue promotion push
NEWPORT County AFC were not at their best as they overcame struggling Stevenage to continue their push for promotion.

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 13:23:37 +0000
Mercure Hotel Newport: First look at rooftop terrace
The hotel is set to open in the near future

Sat, 12 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Rogues’ Gallery: Jailed from Newport, Caerphilly and Cardiff
THESE six defendants were recently handed prison sentences for crimes like causing death by dangerous driving, robbery, drug dealing and wounding with intent.



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