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South Wales Argus

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Internationally recognised choir to perform in Newport

Internationally recognised choir to perform in Newport

An internationally recognised choir is heading to Newport for its annual concert. Risca Male Choir, winners of the 2024 National Eisteddfod, will...

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Show exploring complexities of being different in Newport

Show exploring complexities of being different in Newport

A new show exploring the complexities of being different is coming to Newport. The interactive theatre piece, A Brief History of Difference, will be...

yesterday 6

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Disabled candidates to get financial help in Welsh elections

Disabled candidates to get financial help in Welsh elections

A new scheme providing financial help for disabled candidates in Welsh elections has been approved. The scheme, called the Welsh Elections Financial...

20.07.2025 4

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'We have a hope for the future', church praises pupils

'We have a hope for the future', church praises pupils

We were privileged to have had an invite from Lliswerry Primary to their end of term concert called SCHOOL of POP! Congratulations to pupils and...

19.07.2025 6

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What you need to know about Big Splash Festival this weekend

What you need to know about Big Splash Festival this weekend

Newport's Big Splash Festival returns this weekend. The two-day event will transform Newport city centre with live music, street theatre, dance, and...

16.07.2025 7

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Teenager who battled PTSD is given life-changing theatre role

Teenager who battled PTSD is given life-changing theatre role

A 17-year-old girl who has suffered from PTSD has been given career-making international opportunities after theatre saved her life. Alexis Spinola,...

10.07.2025 5

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'I’m playing my first ever South Wales headline show'

'I’m playing my first ever South Wales headline show'

A rising soul artist will headline his first show in Newport this summer. Nottingham’s Rob Green, an Ivor Novello 'In The Making' artist, will...

09.07.2025 2

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Britain's Got Talent finalist's debut concert in Newport

A Britain's Got Talent finalist has announced his debut headline concert in Newport. Travis George, the powerful baritone who captured the hearts of...

07.07.2025 2

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Elizabeth Birt

See the Newport pubs taking part in PubLife after Oasis launch

Pubgoers were left stunned when a famous face strolled in for a pint. Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher popped into The Crwys Hotel in Cardiff for a...

06.07.2025 2

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Labour MP marks first year in office for Monmouthshire

Catherine Fookes MP has marked her first year in office for Monmouthshire. Since being elected in July 2024, the Labour MP and her team have handled...

06.07.2025 2

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Free summer challenge returning to inspire children to read

A free reading challenge is returning to inspire children to explore new stories and adventures. The Summer Reading Challenge, launching across...

06.07.2025 2

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Elizabeth Birt

TV series returns to capture real-life emergency rescues

A documentary series capturing real-life emergency rescues is returning to TV screens. SOS: Extreme Rescues, produced by Caernarfon-based company...

05.07.2025 9

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'Responsible' approach in next year's budget, says MS

The Welsh Government has pledged to increase departmental spending in its 2026-27 budget. Finance secretary Mark Drakeford outlined the plans this...

04.07.2025 8

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Wales aiming to turn heads with £1 million cultural programme

Wales is aiming to turn heads on the international stage with more than just football. A £1 million cultural programme, supported by the Welsh...

04.07.2025 9

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Ireland and Wales to deepen co-operation under partnership

Ireland and Wales have agreed to deepen co-operation under a new 2030 partnership. The Ireland-Wales Shared Statement 2030 was launched in Swansea...

04.07.2025 8

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Mural, poetry and short film celebrate Wales' Euro 2025 milestone

A football mural, a poetry project and a short film are among the creative schemes marking a sporting milestone. Wales' debut at the UEFA Women's...

03.07.2025 3

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New mural project to celebrate Cymru women's national team

A new mural project is turning walls into canvases of inspiration. The Football Association of Wales (FAW) has launched the scheme to celebrate the...

03.07.2025 3

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Tribute to Take That to perform in Blackwood this autumn

A tribute to one of the UK’s best-loved boy bands is heading to the stage this autumn. The Take That Experience will perform at Blackwood...

03.07.2025 3

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'Bold exploration of mental health' coming to Newport stage

A bold exploration of mental health is coming to the stage. CHOO CHOO!, a theatre production delving into the realities of living with Obsessive...

03.07.2025 5

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Scheme 'exactly what we need' to boost creative industries

A creative pilot scheme is helping young people break into the gaming and animation industries. The Gêm Project, led by Media Academy Cymru (MAC),...

03.07.2025 4

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Lewis Capaldi to perform at Cardiff arena on UK tour

After his emotional return to Glastonbury, Lewis Capaldi will be coming to Wales on tour. The Scottish singer-songwriter will perform at Cardiff’s...

02.07.2025 7

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Armed Forces Week flag ceremony attended by Torfaen MP

An MP has paid tribute to the armed forces. Nick Thomas-Symonds, who represents Torfaen, attended the national flag-raising ceremony at New Palace...

29.06.2025 3

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Brass band to play at Abergavenny theatre this weekend

A New Orleans-style brass band is set to perform at the Melville Centre. The Full House Brass Band will play on Sunday, June 29, from 8pm to...

29.06.2025 4

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Cineworld summer deal offers family films for £1

Cineworld is offering £1 family films as part of a summer cinema deal. The promotion runs every week from July 25 to August 28, including at the...

29.06.2025 2

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College to honour seven 'pioneering' figures in the arts

A college is set to honour seven leading figures in the arts as part of its 2025 Honorary Fellows programme. The Royal Welsh College of Music &...

29.06.2025 2

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'Acid house rave' to return to Cardiff this autumn

A popular interactive 'acid house rave' will return to Cardiff this autumn. In Pursuit of Repetitive Beats will bring the Wales Millennium Centre to...

29.06.2025 3

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TV star climbs pylon in this part of Wales for new show

A household TV star has climbed a pylon in the Vale of Glamorgan for a new TV show. Matt Baker, best known for presenting Countryfile and Blue...

28.06.2025 6

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MP and MS speak out on impact of benefit reforms

Thousands could lose financial support under proposed welfare reforms. Chris Evans, MP for Caerphilly and Hefin David, MS for Caerphilly, have...

28.06.2025 6

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Renewed investment and support for traditional music

A new report is calling for stronger support for traditional music. The strategic review, commissioned by the Arts Council of Wales and led by...

26.06.2025 30

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Proscription of Palestine Action 'disproportionate and unnecessary'

The proscription of Palestine Action has been criticised as 'disproportionate and unnecessary' by Plaid Cymru. The party's Westminster leader, Liz...

26.06.2025 10

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Nathan Wyburn's Oasis tribute to be unveiled in Cardiff

A giant Oasis tribute is set to go on display in Cardiff. The artwork will be unveiled at St David’s shopping centre in Cardiff on Saturday, June...

26.06.2025 5

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The Welsh Government celebrates Armed Forces Week

The Welsh Government is celebrating Armed Forces Week. It is honouring veterans, serving personnel, and their families. This week will conclude...

26.06.2025 3

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BCP at Holyhead will not be commissioned yet, says minister

The planned Border Control Post (BCP) for Holyhead will not be commissioned yet, the Welsh Government has said. The BCP, at Parc Cybi, was built to...

26.06.2025 3

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Michael Sheen returns as Nye Bevan in National Theatre production

Michael Sheen will return as Aneurin 'Nye' Bevan in the National Theatre's production of Nye. The play, directed by Rufus Norris, follows Mr...

26.06.2025 3

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Young people invited to shape the future through theatre

Young people are being invited to shape the future through theatre. A summer school for 11- to 16-year-olds will run at Abergavenny’s Borough...

25.06.2025 10

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Major exhibition celebrating influential artist set to open

A major exhibition celebrating the life and work of an influential artist is set to open. Gwen John: Strange Beauties will launch at National Museum...

23.06.2025 4

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Rising star makes feature film debut in major new release

A rising star from South Wales has made his feature film debut in a major new release. Sam Locke, from Merthyr Tydfil, appears in 28 Years Later,...

23.06.2025 6

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Homeless in Newport show hidden talents through unique performance

Homeless people in Newport taught audiences 'not to judge a book by its cover' through a unique performance. 'The Visitor' was developed over 10...

22.06.2025 5

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New photobook presents Wales through myths and legends

A photobook presents Wales' landscape through the lens of its myths and legends. Dutch writer and photographer, Sander Blom, explores the heart of...

19.06.2025 9

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Award-winning festival to return with 'exciting' line-up

An award-winning festival is set to return this year with an 'exciting,' 'vibrant' music line-up. Green Gathering will roll into Piercefield Park,...

19.06.2025 10

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Creative competition invites children to design bowling pin

A creative competition is giving children across the UK the chance to see their artwork transformed into a life-size bowling pin. Hollywood Bowl,...

19.06.2025 9

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Elizabeth Birt

Countdown star Susie Dent to bring new show to Monmouth

Countdown star Susie Dent is coming to Monmouth with her new show. The best-selling author will appear at The Blake Theatre on Sunday, September 28,...

18.06.2025 10

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Concerns over free speech at 2026 World Cup after travel ban

Concerns have been raised about potential restrictions on fans' free speech ahead of the 2026 World Cup. The warnings follow recent US government...

13.06.2025 10

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Elizabeth Birt

Extra trains for huge summer of concerts in Cardiff

Music fans are being urged to plan their journeys ahead of a busy summer of concerts in Cardiff. With major events taking place at venues including...

13.06.2025 10

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Elizabeth Birt

Final call for young musicians to claim Pendine Trophy

A final call has been issued for Gwent's young musicians to vie for the revered Pendine Young Musician of Wales title and up to £4,000 in prizes. ...

10.06.2025 10

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New mural on homelessness unveiled in Newport city centre

A bold new mural is bringing attention to the hidden experiences of women facing homelessness. The artwork, now on display at the Kingsway Centre in...

08.06.2025 9

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Welsh nature reserve revealed as key location for Carey Mulligan film

A Pembrokeshire nature reserve has become the star location for a new film. Ramsey Island, an RSPB nature reserve, features in The Ballad of Wallis...

05.06.2025 10

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Wales is 'powerhouse of young creative talent' with record film nominations

Young filmmakers are making their mark on the industry with a record number of nominations at this year’s Into Film Awards. Wales has received...

04.06.2025 10

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Plaid Cymru pledges to free access to Urdd Eisteddfod for low-income families

Plaid Cymru has pledged to ensure Eisteddfod yr Urdd remains free for low-income families. The promise supports continued free access to the annual...

01.06.2025 3

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Monmouth theatre group's revival of lost orchestral score

A Monmouth theatre group has recovered a lost orchestral score for John Osborne's play The Entertainer. More than 50 years after it was last...

25.05.2025 3

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