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Pair held as police continue narcotics investigation after alleged deal

A 44-year-old individual and a 23-year-old individual have been taken into custody as part of an active drugs inquiry. The detentions came after authorities believe they witnessed a drug transaction ...
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Mall burglar freed on conditional bail – what next

A man aged around 35 has been granted conditional bail after facing multiple burglary charges. Officers from Gwent Police were examining reported break-ins at the Kingsway Centre in Newport during Ju...

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Pair held as police continue narcotics investigation after alleged deal

A 44-year-old individual and a 23-year-old individual have been taken into custody as part of an active drugs inquiry. The detentions came after authorities believe they witnessed a drug transaction ...
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Mall burglar freed on conditional bail – what next

A man aged around 35 has been granted conditional bail after facing multiple burglary charges. Officers from Gwent Police were examining reported break-ins at the Kingsway Centre in Newport during Ju...
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Couple who walked out on £100 bill finally pay after being shamed online

Custom House ‘dine and dash’ couple pay £100 bill after CCTV images and number plate post go viral on social media
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Deliberate fire destroys section of scenic Wales Coast Path

A section of the Wales Coast Path near Newport has suffered significant destruction following what appears to be deliberate vandalism. Social media photographs reveal extensive fire damage to a viewi...
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Ex-GP deregistered after being found with child abuse images

A former family doctor convicted of child sex offences has been removed from the medical register after being discovered with sickening abuse imagery and footage. Mark Westbrook, who turned 60, previ...
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Woman alleges police missed warning before burnt car found

A livestock owner claims Gwent Police failed to treat the safety of her animals as important after a discarded vehicle prevented her from accessing her isolated compound, meaning she could not attend ...
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Man threatened to kill ex-partner after holding knife to her throat

A man threatened his former girlfriend with a knife at her throat after wrongly believing she was mocking him when she was simply viewing television programming. David Kilminster, from Pontypool, and...
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Knife threat, daily theft – why Newport bus station safety is under the spotlight

A city bus station has become a focus of concern for crime, antisocial behaviour, and drug use.
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Man claimed ignorance after police found cocaine in sock

A 60-year-old man was discovered with cocaine hidden in his sock when searched at a police station, where he allegedly stated he did not know the cocaine was there. Wesley Smith operated what a prose...
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Newport man confesses to city centre break-ins and shoplifting

A 35-year-old man has admitted to carrying out thefts at businesses in Newport as well as several shoplifting offences. Arron Young entered guilty pleas to three counts of burglary when he appeared b...
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Two killed in blast at residence as major incident declared

Emergency services have declared a major incident following an explosion that claimed two lives. The incident occurred at a home on Sterncourt Road in Bristol at approximately 6.30am this morning (Ma...
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CCTV shows bar window smashed during latest incident

A venue on a popular seaside stretch fell victim to criminal damage in late April. View 62, situated in Barry overlooking the seafront walkway, was struck by an incident involving a person wearing a ...

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Pair held as police continue narcotics investigation after alleged deal

A 44-year-old individual and a 23-year-old individual have been taken into custody as part of an active drugs inquiry. The detentions came after authorities believe they witnessed a drug transaction ...
Business

Gwent firm praised for dedication to British manufacturing

A company from Gwent that produces electronic goods has secured membership with the Made in Britain initiative. Camtronics, located in Tredegar, can now feature the group's official logo on its onlin...
Health

Health alert issued amid heatwave for asthma patients

Warmer weather could create problems for those affected by varicose veins. A vein expert based at Premier Veins in Cardiff has cautioned that prolonged hot spells may exacerbate conditions, as elevat...
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Hidden Welsh coastal gem with castle ruins and sandy shores worth exploring

Visitors to Pembrokeshire frequently head to the most popular coastal spots, yet the region is home to numerous tranquil spots that offer equally rewarding experiences away from the busy tourist areas...

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