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South Wales Argus

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May Day festival and jazz in the park to take place

May Day festival and jazz in the park to take place

A May Day festival and jazz event is set to take place. Calon Hearts will host the family-friendly event on Llandaf's Cathedral Green on May 5,...

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Elizabeth Birt

Welsh rock band announce new album, single, and UK tour

Welsh rock band announce new album, single, and UK tour

Cardinal Black have announced a new album and tour. The Welsh trio, consisting of frontman Tom Hollister, guitarist Chris Buck, and drummer Adam...

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Band coming to south Wales as part of eighth album tour

Band coming to south Wales as part of eighth album tour

A band will be coming to south Wales as part of the release tour for their eighth album. Amplifier will be performing at Fuel Rock Club in Cardiff...

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Gwent musicians urged to enter prestigious competition

Gwent musicians urged to enter prestigious competition

A royal composer is encouraging talented young musicians from Gwent to enter a prestigious competition. Professor Paul Mealor, who wrote music for...

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Bowling, karaoke, soft play and escape rooms venue to re-open

Bowling, karaoke, soft play and escape rooms venue to re-open

Tenpin is set to reopen its revamped Cardiff Nantgarw site on May 23, 2025. The venue boasts 24 bowling lanes and is now equipped with two private...

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World premiere of new P.D. James' play coming to Cardiff

World premiere of new P.D. James' play coming to Cardiff

The world premiere of P.D. James' Death Comes To Pemberley is heading to Cardiff. The stage production of the best-selling novel will be at New...

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True crime production to bring live murder trial to stage

True crime production to bring live murder trial to stage

A true crime production is set to be performed in Cardiff. Tigerslane Studios has announced the launch of the third season of its 'true crime meets...

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MP shares concerns over the Safe Hands investigation

MP shares concerns over the Safe Hands investigation

When Safe Hands funeral plans collapsed in March 2022 over 46,000 people were left more than £70m out of pocket. I looked into this on behalf of...

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Newport Culture Strategy aims to make city a cultural destination

Newport Culture Strategy aims to make city a cultural destination

A new strategy to harness Newport's creative potential has now been launched. The Newport Culture Strategy: Empowering Culture, Transforming...

30.03.2025 6

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Leisure centre to host 'special' AR sports event over Easter

Leisure centre to host 'special' AR sports event over Easter

A leisure centre is hosting a 'special' augmented reality (AR) sports event on Easter Sunday. Newbridge Leisure Centre has announced the HADO event,...

30.03.2025 3

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Senedd member hits out at MP after winter fuel payments cut

Senedd member hits out at MP after winter fuel payments cut

A Senedd member has criticised Monmouthshire's MP for voting to cut winter fuel payments. Laura Anne Jones has called on Catherine Fookes to 'show...

29.03.2025 2

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BBC launches 'biggest ever' public engagement exercise

BBC launches 'biggest ever' public engagement exercise

The BBC has launched its biggest-ever public engagement exercise. From March 27, BBC account holders across the UK will receive an online...

29.03.2025 3

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Newport MS meets Cymru Women's head coach at Senedd

Newport MS meets Cymru Women's head coach at Senedd

The Cymru Women's head coach met Newport East MS John Griffiths. The meeting took place in the Senedd ahead of the European Football Championships...

29.03.2025 2

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Appeal after £5,000 worth of items 'stolen' from charity

Appeal after £5,000 worth of items 'stolen' from charity

An appeal has been made for litter-picking equipment after a Newport charity was allegedly targeted by thieves. Pride in Pill, a volunteer group...

29.03.2025 5

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First Minister responds to UK Government's spring statement

First Minister responds to UK Government's spring statement

The First Minister of Wales has responded to the UK Government's spring statement. Eluned Morgan said: "The spring statement confirms the £1.6bn...

29.03.2025 2

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Residents of village dubbed 'the village with no signal' want help

Residents of village dubbed 'the village with no signal' want help

A Monmouthshire village has been dubbed the 'village with no signal.' Residents in Llangwm have been struggling with a lack of mobile phone signal,...

26.03.2025 5

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Monmouth MS visits site of A40 rockfall ahead of works

Monmouth MS visits site of A40 rockfall ahead of works

A Member of the Senedd has visited the site of a rockfall on the A40. Peter Fox, MS for Monmouth, was given a tour of the site north of Monmouth,...

26.03.2025 3

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Caerphilly MP becomes new patron of male voice choir

Caerphilly MP becomes new patron of male voice choir

Caerphilly's MP has become the new patron of the Caerphilly Male Voice Choir. Chris Evans was formally presented with the patron's regalia on March...

26.03.2025 4

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Youngster is chosen as winner of poetry competition

Youngster is chosen as winner of poetry competition

A young girl from Newport has won the first Newport Festival of Words poetry competition. Justice Mansfield, aged 10, a pupil at St Patrick’s RC...

23.03.2025 5

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MS praises Torfaen's Member of Youth Parliament and WYP

MS praises Torfaen's Member of Youth Parliament and WYP

It was great to recently meet our new Welsh Youth Parliament Member,  Taliesin Evans, a pupil at St Alban’s RC High School. I know he is going to...

21.03.2025 3

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Poll reveals Welsh voters prioritise environment

Poll reveals Welsh voters prioritise environment

A poll has revealed that the environment is a top priority for Welsh voters. The poll, conducted by Redfield and Wilton Strategies on behalf of...

21.03.2025 5

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Record number of Welsh game developers at global conference

Record number of Welsh game developers at global conference

A record number of Welsh game developers has arrived in San Francisco. The 30 delegates from 15 Welsh companies are attending the Game Developers...

21.03.2025 5

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MS joins singing group at Monmouthshire community centre

MS joins singing group at Monmouthshire community centre

A Senedd member joined a Monmouthshire community centre's singing group. Laura Anne Jones MS, Senedd member for South Wales East, visited...

19.03.2025 5

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Wales celebrates 10 years of law aimed at future generations

Wales celebrates 10 years of law aimed at future generations

A council is using the arts to bring people together and foster well-being. Caerphilly County Borough Council's arts development team is using the...

19.03.2025 4

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Concerns over Welsh Government's ability to protect women

Concerns over Welsh Government's ability to protect women

A Senedd member has expressed 'grave concerns' about the Welsh Government's ability to protect women. Laura Anne Jones, representing South Wales...

16.03.2025 5

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MS meets with Monmouthshire veterans to discuss concerns

MS meets with Monmouthshire veterans to discuss concerns

A Member of the Senedd (MS) has met with Monmouthshire veterans to hear their concerns. Monmouth MS Peter Fox attended the Monmouthshire Veterans...

15.03.2025 5

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Welsh band announces date of 2025 UK tour in Cardiff

The Beautiful Darkness has announced the first date of her 2025 UK tour. The singer-songwriter will kick off her 'Unleashed' tour at Tiny Rebel...

14.03.2025 9

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Tommy Cooper's last fez and props to go under the hammer

A unique collection of Tommy Cooper's treasures, including the last fez he wore, could fetch thousands at auction. Fans of the Caerphilly-born...

13.03.2025 8

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MP welcomes £1 million scheme to tackle River Wye pollution

Catherine Fookes, MP for Monmouthshire, has praised a £1 million joint UK-Welsh Government initiative to address River Wye pollution. The research...

13.03.2025 5

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BBC secures live TV rights to Wales men's football matches

The BBC has secured live television rights to Wales men's international football matches. The broadcaster, in a deal with UEFA, will screen 13 games...

09.03.2025 4

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Sing-along screening of 'Wicked' to take place in Cardiff

An upcoming sing-along screening of 'Wicked' is set to take place in Cardiff. The screening of the Universal Pictures film will take place on...

07.03.2025 6

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Pancake party 'a flippin' success' for St David's Day

A pancake party was held to celebrate St David's Day. The event, organised by the St Thomas à Becket Church committee in Shirenewton, took place on...

06.03.2025 5

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Welsh First Minister issues statement backing Ukraine

The Welsh Government has spoken out in support of Ukraine in the ongoing war with Russia. First Minister Eluned Morgan issued a written statement...

06.03.2025 5

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Signed Gavin and Stacey clapperboard sells for £3,700

A clapperboard from the last episode of Gavin and Stacey has sold for £3,700. The signed memorabilia was donated to Ty Hafan children's hospice by...

01.03.2025 4

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Monmouth businesswoman gets Dragons' Den investment

An innovative solid soap dispenser has secured a £50,000 investment on Dragons' Den. SNOAP, founded by Monmouth businesswoman Lisa Hicks, received...

01.03.2025 4

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Pet Shop Boys to headline summer show at Cardiff Castle

The Pet Shop Boys are set to headline a show at Cardiff Castle. The duo, Neil Tennant and Chris Lowe, will bring their "Dreamworld – The Greatest...

28.02.2025 3

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Opportunity for artists to help shape Big Splash 2025

Artists and community groups are being invited to help shape Newport's outdoor arts scene. The Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre's Big Splash...

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Cwmbran venue to hold a taste of Persian culture with exhibition

A Cwmbran venue will host an event about Persian culture. Llantarnam Grange will be transformed into a "mini Iran" from March 1 to May 17 as part of...

27.02.2025 7

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MS on wafer fab visit and college apprenticeship scheme

Newport is home to the UK’s semiconductor industry, and it was a pleasure joining the First Minister on a visit to Vishay Newport Wafer Fab. It...

22.02.2025 4

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Newport school lands Disney deal to put on Frozen production

A Newport school has put on their own version of the Disney hit Frozen. Rougemont School was chosen by Disney on Stage and MTI Europe to be the...

21.02.2025 10

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Children's play to be performed in Welsh and English in Gwent

A children's play will be coming to Newport and Blackwood—in English and in Welsh. Theatr Iolo, Wales' leading children's theatre company, is set...

21.02.2025 1

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Monmouthshire school launches 'exciting' new partnership

A Monmouthshire school has launched an "exciting" new partnership. The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (RWCMD) and Haberdashers' Monmouth...

20.02.2025 3

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Little Mix tribute show to stop off in Newport in April

A Little Mix tribute show is set to take place in Newport. Woman Like Me: The Little Mix Show will be at The Riverfront on April 16 as part of its...

20.02.2025 4

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David Hayman to star in 'masterpiece' coming to Cardiff

The full cast and creative team for the new UK tour of Arthur Miller's "Death of a Salesman" have been announced. The production, starring David...

20.02.2025 20

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New platform lists every Welsh language gig across Wales

A new online platform, Awni, lists every Welsh language gig across Wales. Launched to coincide with the 10th anniversary of Dydd Miwsig Cymru (Welsh...

13.02.2025 5

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Agency set up by the Welsh Government celebrates five years

Creative Wales is celebrating its fifth anniversary. The Welsh Government's agency has spent the last half-decade supporting the nation's creative...

13.02.2025 4

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Big Splash, Wales' largest free outdoor arts festival to return

Wales' largest free outdoor arts festival is set to return to Newport this summer. Big Splash will take place on July 19 and 20, transforming...

09.02.2025 10

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Monmouthshire author to release book celebrating older women

A Monmouthshire-based author is going to release a book highlighting older women. Hazel Hitchins's novel, 'Babs and Aggie: The Good, The Bad and The...

05.02.2025 5

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Popular BBC show looking for participants from Wales

A popular BBC One series is seeking participants from Wales. Race Across the World is calling for adventurous duos to join the upcoming series. ...

24.01.2025 7

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Hundreds of drones to light up Cardiff skyline in new show

A new drone light show, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, is coming to Cardiff. The show, created by Celestial and Yuup, will be performed by hundreds of...

15.01.2025 6

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