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Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:47:00 +0100
Newport pubs braced for tough winter with rising fuel costs
Pubs across Newport could struggle this winter unless there is helping to ease the cost of energy prices because of the cost of living.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran woman tried to run over Gwent Police officer
A CWMBRAN woman threatened to run over a police officer after being stopped for not having any insurance.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Canal-side property near Abergavenny up for sale
A STUNNING canal-side house near Abergavenny has been put up on the market for sale.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Maindee community garden and wildlife project in Newport
A pop-up garden made of reused materials in Maindee has had a positive reaction from residents in the area.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Chepstow and Risca
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
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, 28 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
False widow spider warning as experts fear poisonous spiders could invade UK homes
The extreme weather had led to false widow spiders breeding and multiplying across the British Isles.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100
What is Clare’s Law? All about the Domestic Violence Disclosure Scheme
If you're concerned a friend or family member may be at risk from domestic violence, here's everything you need to know about Clare's Law.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 08:56:53 +0100
SPAR recall and ‘do not eat’ warning over undeclared almond
SPAR is recalling a product due to a possible health risk as it contains an undeclared allergen.

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 00:05:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, August 28?
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, August 28.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 14:29:20 +0100
Pontypool ski slope destroyed by fire overnight
THE OWNERS of Pontypool dry ski slope have spoken of their devastation after discovering the slope had been set alight overnight.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 11:50:00 +0100
Average bills predicted to rise to £7,700 in 2023, experts say
Energy consultancy firm Auxilione forecast a £7,700 bill from April 2023

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Banged up from Newport, Cwmbran, Caerphilly and Abergavenny
THESE six defendants were recently handed prison sentences for crimes like the sexual abuse of a girl under 14, robbery, arson and assaulting an emergency worker.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:20:37 +0100
Crash closes Heads of the Valleys road in both directions
A crash has closed the Heads of the Valleys road (A465) in both directions

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Newport woman becomes TikTok star with her body positive videos
A Newport woman is astonished to gain thousands of followers on Tiktok after promoting self confidence in her videos.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 10:26:29 +0100
Congestion on the M4 near Newport after crash closes lanes
A CRASH on the M4 earlier this morning is still causing congestion.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Blackmail offences hit record levels in Gwent last year
A RECORD number of blackmail offences were reported to police in Gwent last year, figures show.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 13:39:05 +0100
Man wanted by police after rape allegation at Green Man
AN E-fit has been released of a man police would like to speak to as part of an investigation into a rape allegation at the Green Man Festival.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Jaguar driver high on cannabis in court for crash on A465
A JAGUAR driver who claimed to police that taking cannabis daily made him a better driver was in court after causing a crash on the Heads of the Valleys Road.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Newport residents fined in courts outside Gwent
SEVERAL Newport residents have been recently sentenced by courts outside of Gwent.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Newport Ragtag Pizza closing down due to rising costs
A second restaurant in a week announces its closure in Newport after six years in business due to financial strain caused by the cost-of-living crisis.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Dreamy historic rural south Wales cottage goes up for auction
A cosy character cottage in a quaint rural south Wales village could prove to be ideal for stargazing fans.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Chepstow teen Noah Herniman passes GCSEs
A CHEPSTOW teenager with an inoperable brain tumour is celebrating receiving his GCSE results despite missing a year of school.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Blackwood and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cardiff Magistrates’ Court.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Newport City Council's visits from guide dog puppy
A GUIDE dog puppy has become a much-loved member of a new team – at Newport City Council.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 13:38:35 +0100
Ashvin Luximon: Former EastEnders actor dies aged 38
Ashvin appeared on the show between 1999 and 2003 as Asif Malik

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
'Accidental fly-tipping' warning for Brecon Beacons visitors
VISITORS to beauty spots in Wales this summer are being warned not to fall foul of what is being termed 'accidental fly-tipping'.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
All Creatures Great and Small: English bulldog cross Ronnie
English bulldog cross Ronnie is looking for a special new home.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
In pictures: Cwmbran through the years
CWMBRAN new town was built in 1949 as part of the government’s rebuilding plan after World War Two. A new town centre was designed and houses were built to create a modern town from a series of small villages and fields.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Welsh Government to end covid sick pay scheme for care workers
THE sick pay enhancement scheme for social care workers that has been in place during the covid-19 pandemic will end next week.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Sports Relief Mile Newport 2010
Back in 2010 we were at the International Sports Village at Spytty to take pictures of the action at the Sainsbury's Sport Relief Mile.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
The latest planning applications in Ebbw Vale, Abertillery
EVERY week planning applications are lodged with Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Looking at the triangles of life - in 10 pictures
TRIANGLES was the theme for this week and we were inundated with some fantastic pictures from around Gwent from our camera club members.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Pictures: The Ebbw Vale Garden Festival in 1992
THE Garden Festival of Wales took place in 1992 at a former steel site in Ebbw Vale. As well as gardens exhibits included a giant phone, dragon, waterfall, a railway and the 'In the Nick of Time' clock feature.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Bristol Airport among most expensive drop-off parking
DROP-OFF fees have increased at two-thirds of the UK’s major airports since 2019, according to research.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
McDonald's Monopoly prizes 2022 announced plus the return of Spicy Chicken McNuggets
Mcdonald's Monopoly is set to return on Wednesday September 7, 2022 with the fast food chain revealing a full list of prizes.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Tesco, Asda, Aldi and more: Bank holiday opening hours
August bank holiday 2022 supermarket opening times: Aldi, Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Poundland, B&Q, Wickes and more.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Met Office yellow weather warning sparks £5,000 'thunder fever' warning to UK drivers
The Met Office has shared yellow weather warnings for thunderstorms this week following a string of heatwaves this summer.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 14:00:00 +0100
DWP PIP £156 payment could be owed to Brits with asthma and 23 other health conditions
The DWP payment could be a welcome boost for those struggling with the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 18:00:00 +0100
BBC Line of Duty star Adrian Dunbar hints at 'return' where 'real H' will be revealed
Fans of the BBC show were left disappointed by the identity of ‘H’ following a nine-year wait for answers.

Sat, 27 Aug 2022 00:00:00 +0100
Tesco, Asda and Morrisons issue do not eat warnings amid health risks including salmonella
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:02:00 +0100
Noah heads to Chepstow Racecourse to help his planned retreat
Noah Herniman is an extraordinary young man.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport taxi fares rising as council agrees to new prices
TAXI fares in Newport could rise by more than a third for some journeys after the council is set to launch a consultation on new prices.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 12:10:11 +0100
Three-vehicle crash adds to Bank Holiday congestion on M4
A crash has closed a lane of the M4 motorway heading past Newport

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 11:42:00 +0100
Cost of Living: WLGA call on UK Government to offer support
BUSINESSES, schools, care homes and local services need extra financial support to keep the lights on with the cost of living crisis, the WLGA has argued.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 04:09:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Abertillery and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 18:15:00 +0100
Newport M4 bank holiday traffic chaos
THE bank holiday weekend began with traffic chaos as thousands of people were brought to a standstill due to holiday traffic.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 17:10:00 +0100
Trial date as Carl Silcox denies murdering Caerphilly woman
A MAN who denies murdering a woman who was found dead at a house in Caerphilly two years ago will face trial next month.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 13:45:00 +0100
Police swoop to arrest man with suspected firearm in Newport
ARMED police were called to Newport city centre yesterday afternoon after reports of a man with a firearms.

Fri, 26 Aug 2022 11:08:00 +0100
More than 200 postal workers on strike in Newport over pay
POSTAL workers were out on strike in Newport today as part of nationwide industrial action over pay.



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