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Welsh Conservatives announce candidate for Caerphilly by-election

Welsh Conservatives announce candidate for Caerphilly by-election

The Welsh Conservatives have announced their candidate for the upcoming Senedd by-election in Caerphilly. Gareth Potter will stand for the seat in...

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Jo Barnes

A live music show is set to light up the Congress Theatre in Cwmbran this autumn

A live music show is set to light up the Congress Theatre in Cwmbran this autumn

The Ultimate Commitments and Blues Brothers Experience is set to light up the stage in Cwmbran this month. The show at the Congress Theatre on...

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Reform UK candidate announced for Caerphilly Senedd by-election

Reform UK candidate announced for Caerphilly Senedd by-election

A communications specialist will stand as Reform UK’s candidate in a Senedd by-election. Llŷr Powell has been selected to contest the Caerphilly...

yesterday 10

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Concert to unite past BBC Cardiff Singer of the World winners and finalists

Concert to unite past BBC Cardiff Singer of the World winners and finalists

A celebration of opera and voice is set to take place at the Wales Millennium Centre. The concert, which will take place on October 8, will feature...

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Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday with treats and fancy dress

Celebrate Roald Dahl's birthday with treats and fancy dress

Young readers can enjoy a "Splendiferous Story Day" at new homes developments across South Wales, including one in Newport. The events, celebrating...

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Tina Turner tribute act coming to south Wales venues

Tina Turner tribute act coming to south Wales venues

Celebrating its 15th year Totally Tina is heading to South Wales to bring audiences all the hits from music legend Tina Turner. The show, featuring...

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You can go on a dog walk with Clare Balding in this Gwent town

You can go on a dog walk with Clare Balding in this Gwent town

Clare Balding is set to discuss her debut novel at a Monmouth event next week. The broadcaster and sports journalist will be at The Savoy Theatre on...

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'It's important we have the right mechanisms in place'

'It's important we have the right mechanisms in place'

People are being asked for their opinions on how Wales should manage changes to tax laws in the future. The public consultation follows the Welsh...

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What's on at Wales Millennium Centre this autumn

What's on at Wales Millennium Centre this autumn

As autumn approaches, there's a lot to look forward to at Wales Millennium Centre. With the kids back in school, the centre is gearing up for a...

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MPs to quiz children's commissioners over rising child poverty in the UK

MPs to quiz children's commissioners over rising child poverty in the UK

MPs are set to question children's commissioners on the issue of rising child poverty. Politicians from the Education and Work and Pensions...

07.09.2025 10

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Plaid Cymru selects candidate for Caerphilly by-election

Plaid Cymru selects candidate for Caerphilly by-election

Plaid Cymru has selected Lindsay Whittle to stand in the upcoming Senedd by-election in Caerphilly. The Caerphilly County Borough councillor and...

06.09.2025 6

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Sherman Theatre announces autumn programme

Sherman Theatre announces autumn programme

A South Wales theatre is bringing a series of shows featuring Welsh talent to the stage for its autumn programme. A new co-production with Frân...

06.09.2025 8

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Newton Faulkner announces Teenage Cancer Trust link up

Newton Faulkner announces Teenage Cancer Trust link up

Newton Faulkner is teaming up with Teenage Cancer Trust to raise funds through music. The singer-songwriter has announced a charity partnership to...

04.09.2025 10

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National Dance Company Wales to tour with new programme

National Dance Company Wales to tour with new programme

The National Dance Company Wales (NDCWales) is set to tour with a new programme. Called Surge | Gwefr, it will feature three different dance pieces...

04.09.2025 10

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Former journalist's book could be turned into a film

Former journalist's book could be turned into a film

A former South Wales journalist is looking forward to a film adaptation of his new book. Darren Powis, who was a reporter on the South Wales Argus...

03.09.2025 10

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'Transformational' £1 bus fares for young people in Wales

'Transformational' £1 bus fares for young people in Wales

Young people in Gwent are now able to travel for just £1 by bus. The new mytravelpass scheme offers discounted fares across Wales, with the Welsh...

03.09.2025 10

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Why two of The Beatles came to Chepstow - and what they did while they were there

Why two of The Beatles came to Chepstow - and what they did while they were there

NEW York Times bestselling author Richard Buskin recently shared on his Facebook page Buskin with The Beatles this story of two of The Beatles on a...

25.08.2025 4

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Calling all young performer keen to be in a panto

Talented youngsters keen to perform on stage in a popular annual pantomime are being urged to come along to audition. Open young company auditions...

14.08.2025 7

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Gwent brass band tours Ireland and raises money for hospice charity

A Gwent brass band teamed up with an Irish choir for unforgettable musical exchange and charity concert during a tour of Ireland. Markham...

13.08.2025 10

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An evening of jazz celebrating some trumpet greats is coming to town

The Jon Crespo Quartet is bringing Beyond Armstrong, an evening of music, to Abergavenny on August 31. The show will be staged at 8pm at The...

10.08.2025 6

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Bronwen Lewis to host Morning Show on BBC Radio Wales

Bronwen Lewis will be presenting the morning show on BBC Radio Wales from the autumn. She said: “I am beyond excited and honoured to be given this...

09.08.2025 6

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Film classics including Dirty Dancing coming to free open air cinema experience

Film fans are in for a special treat this month in Newport when a free open-air cinema festival arrives in the city centre. From August 9 to...

07.08.2025 9

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Convention centre promises a magical Christmas for all the family

The countdown to Christmas has started and there will be lots going on across Gwent as get towards the festive season. At Newport's ICC Wales a...

03.08.2025 6

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Head back to the Noughties for energetic event in city

Fans of the Noughties are in for a treat when the Noughties Day Party lands in Newport this month. The event will take place at Fire and Ice,...

03.08.2025 7

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Computer games design graduates aim high at competition 

A team of computer games design graduates have been selected to take part in Tranzfuser 2025, a UK competition for emerging game development talent. ...

30.07.2025 9

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WWE legend Eugene to wrestle in Caerphilly

WWE legend Eugene is taking part in a blockbuster event next month in Caerphilly. Brilliance Pro Wrestling, which is based in the town, is...

30.07.2025 7

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Country fans watch out - a day of foot-stomping fun is coming to city

If country music is your thing or you are just looking for some foot-stompin' fun, then this is the event for you. Country Day Party is landing in...

18.07.2025 8

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City venue will host Slung next month for gig

Brighton band Slung are set to play Le Pub in Newport next month. The band, who released their debut album In Ways, will be playing the city venue...

18.07.2025 9

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True crime talk with live psychopath test set for city venue

Do you think you could get away with murder? According to research psychologist and psychopathy expert Cheish Merryweather many people do. She is...

16.07.2025 20

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Celebrate Jane Austen with an open air performance of one of her classics

Jane Austen fans will get the chance to help celebrate her 250th anniversary by enjoying an outdoor performance of Sense and Sensibility at...

13.07.2025 7

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Actor Rhys Ifans helps celebrate theatre redevelopment

Welsh culture minister Jack Sargeant joined Hollywood actor Rhys Ifans and community groups to celebrate a £50 million redevelopment of Theatr Clwyd,...

11.07.2025 8

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Welsh Government funding of £19m will help protect ancient woodlands

The Welsh Government is to allocate £19.8 million in 2025-26 to help protect and support Wales' ancient woodland and trees. The funding aligns with...

08.06.2025 5

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Murderous musical brought to life by Newport theatre group

A South Wales-based amateur theatre group is taking on a daring challenge with a production of the musical Bonnie and Clyde. The musical, based on...

01.06.2025 20

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Your chance to win tickets to see Oasis - and help local cats

If you are an Oasis fan and are desperate to get a ticket to one of the reunion gigs this year, this could be your chance. Gwent Cats Protection are...

01.06.2025 7

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Concert was a golden night for one Newport couple

A festive concert in Newport turned into a special golden event for one couple in the audience. The concert by Allegra was held at St Mark's...

15.12.2024 9

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​Caldicot choristers enjoy annual Christmas party

For the past few years a few members of Caldicot Male Voice Choir have performed a pantomime as a contribution to the annual Christmas party. And...

15.12.2024 4

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Competition for writers for children calls for entries

Authors from Gwent are being encouraged to enter the Paul Cave Prize for Children’s Literature 2025. The prize provides an opportunity to get...

08.12.2024 3

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Men of Gwent set to play Le Pub this weekend

Punk legend and founder of The Mekons Jon Langford is back in town to reconnect with his Men of Gwent as part of what promises to be barnstorming...

08.12.2024 7

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Theatre group on the lookout for stars of the future

If you are a youngster who dreams of being on the stage in a musical theatre production, this looks like good news for you. The National Youth...

08.12.2024 4

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School pupils from this Gwent area to show off their football skills on TV

School pupils from Newport will be showing off their football skills and tricks when they take part in the S4C gameshow for kids, Tekkers. Pupils...

06.12.2024 4

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Plenty to watch with a Welsh flavour this Christmas from the BBC

There will be plenty to watch on TV this Christmas, thanks to BBC Cymru Wales. BBC Radio Wales’ and Strictly’s Wynne Evans and the former Wales and...

06.12.2024 10

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MS welcomes funding to help save the Stute

A South Wales MS has welcome the news that £210,000 in funding is to go to Blackwood Miners Institute. The Institute had been earmarked for closure...

06.12.2024 4

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Channel 4's 'First Dates' needs singles from across South Wales

  A call has gone out to potential contestants from across South Wales to take part in the next series of Channel 4's First Dates. The production...

22.11.2024 4

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Dame Shirley Bassey is new president of the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama

Welsh legend Dame Shirley Bassey has been named at the new president of the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama. Dame Shirley will take the role...

22.11.2024 6

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Gwent writer listed in Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 2024

A Monmouthshire writer and disability activist has been named in the Shaw Trust Disability Power 100 2024. Bethany Handley, who is also a poet, was...

22.11.2024 4

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Supernatural thriller is heading to this Welsh venue

2:22 - A Ghost Story, the hit play by Danny Robins, is coming to Cardiff. The critically acclaimed, supernatural thriller starts its UK tour in...

09.11.2024 10

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is flying into this city next spring

One of the most fantasmagorical musicals of all time, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, will be flying into Cardiff next year. The new production of this...

07.11.2024 2

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CBeebies announce Beauty And The Beast as its 2024 panto

This year's CBeebies panto is Beauty and the Beast and will be in cinemas during November and December.   For the seventh year running, the...

07.11.2024 3

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Media boss is new chairman of Welsh Music Guild

Welsh media executive Emyr Afan has been appointed chairman for the board of the Welsh Music Guild. He succeeds Richard Thomas, who after 13 years...

05.11.2024 3

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Dancers pack out theatre with academy's show

A Torfaen dance school is showing off its talent with a number of performances in Cwmbran until November 2. Charlotte May Academy is a dance and...

01.11.2024 3

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