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Two South Wales alternative bands reunite after 16 years for charity gig

Two established South Wales alternative acts from the 2000s era are set to reunite for a charitable fundraiser later this year. Last of the Okinawa Fighters and Life! Death! Prizes! will take to t...
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Ant and Dec hosted celebrity golf at Newport’s Celtic Manor 20 years ago

Two decades prior, the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport transformed into a glamorous gathering place when it staged the Northern Rock All Star Cup, drawing large crowds eager to glimpse famous faces. Th...

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Two South Wales alternative bands reunite after 16 years for charity gig

Two established South Wales alternative acts from the 2000s era are set to reunite for a charitable fundraiser later this year. Last of the Okinawa Fighters and Life! Death! Prizes! will take to t...
Sports

Ant and Dec hosted celebrity golf at Newport’s Celtic Manor 20 years ago

Two decades prior, the Celtic Manor Resort in Newport transformed into a glamorous gathering place when it staged the Northern Rock All Star Cup, drawing large crowds eager to glimpse famous faces. Th...
Sports

Alix Popham joins 100 ultramarathon challenge in Newport for Headway UK

A former Wales rugby international and advocate from Newport is set to take part in the Newport section of an extensive endurance event. Alix Popham will accompany David 'Jacko' Jackson during the Ne...
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Meg Jones MBE and Catrin Feelings back LGBTQ+ youth campaign

A group of Welsh personalities are lending their support to an initiative demanding improved assistance and safer environments for LGBTQ+ teenagers. Olympic rugby champion Meg Jones MBE and RuPaul's ...
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Elsie Maidment celebrates 100th birthday in Newport with family and care home staff

A resident at a care home has celebrated reaching 100 years of age with her relatives, other people living at the home, and employees. Elsie Maidment, who has been at Aria Care Home for seven years, ...
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Chepstow Racecourse Bank Holiday Family Day with Unlimited Rides, Paw Patrol and K-pop

Chepstow Racecourse is set to deliver entertainment for visitors of all ages this Bank Holiday, featuring endless amusement park attractions and opportunities to interact with Paw Patrol personalities...
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BBC reveals 15 contestants for Strictly Come Dancing 2026

The full roster of contestants for Strictly Come Dancing 2026 has been unveiled - which stars are you eager to see perform? BBC's beloved ballroom series is back in September with 15 well-known perso...
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Ken Wright, 78, celebrates 63rd season as world’s longest-serving football referee

A Welsh football official is embarking on his 63rd year on the pitch. Ken Wright, who is 78, has officially been confirmed as the longest-serving referee globally, having overseen more than 5,000 mat...
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Four Cardiff pubs to be fan zones for Arsenal v Man City Community Shield

Croeso Pubs is getting ready for one of the summer's most significant sporting occasions. Four of its establishments in Cardiff will be converted into fan zones as the city welcomes the Community Shi...
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Newport County AFC announce Domino’s Pizza partnership ahead of 2026/27 season

A pizza outing could soon include football action, thanks to a fresh collaboration. Newport County AFC has joined forces with Domino's Pizza in a deal that will give supporters experience both in the...
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Jonathan Davies Rugby Event Planned for The Riverfront Newport in September 2026

Rugby enthusiasts in Wales have something exciting to look forward to as Jonathan Davies prepares to take centre stage for a special occasion. Ad/Lib Cymru is staging An Evening with Jonathan Davies ...
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Llangynidr Reservoir wildfire downgraded after covering 400 hectares in Ebbw Vale

Firefighters have scaled back their response to a large-scale blaze after several days of intensive work. The fire that started close to Llangynidr Reservoir outside Ebbw Vale has been brought under ...

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Newport East residents asked for views in 12-week fireworks consultation

Newport East residents have been invited to give their views during a 12-week government consultation on fireworks and pyrotechnics. The UK Labour Government launched the consultation, which closes...
Events

Pill Carnival brings colour and crowds to Newport on Bank Holiday Monday

Pill Carnival returned with a parade, live entertainment, rides and stalls around Pill Millennium Centre.
Property

Toxic giant hogweed spotted along River Usk in Gwent

Concerns have been raised regarding dangerous vegetation appearing along waterways in the Gwent region. Giant hogweed, classified as an invasive and perilous species, has been observed at multiple lo...
Crime

Newport family appeals for information after 12-year-old injured by rock thrown from bridge

Blake O'Shea was knocked unconscious near the river after a rock was allegedly thrown from a bridge above him.

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