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This fictional estate agent is the best friend everyone needs

This fictional estate agent is the best friend everyone needs

An estate agent is currently bringing joy to people's lives—but he's fictional. Eric Meek, the protagonist of "The Time-Travelling Estate Agent"...

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Free music festival with food and drink stalls returning to city park this weekend

Free music festival with food and drink stalls returning to city park this weekend

A free-to-attend music festival is returning to Beechwood Park this weekend. The Summer Sessions, funded by Shared Prosperity Funding, is part of...

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Five young dancers land spots in fully professional ballet company

Five young dancers land spots in fully professional ballet company

Five talented young dancers have successfully earned spots in the English Youth Ballet. Chepstow, Pontypool, and Caldicot residents Freya Downie,...

23.07.2025 10

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Live music, quizzes and open mic nights to light up Gwent pubs this weekend

Live music, quizzes and open mic nights to light up Gwent pubs this weekend

Music, quizzes, and open mic nights are set to light up pubs across Gwent this weekend. The Horse and Jockey in Pontypool will host an outdoor...

19.07.2025 10

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Monmouth tenor named world's best young singer at Llangollen Eisteddfod

Monmouth tenor named world's best young singer at Llangollen Eisteddfod

A lifelong dream has come true for a tenor from Monmouth. Andrew Henley, 34, was named the world’s best young singer at the Pendine International...

19.07.2025 10

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Summer fair, musical and free music event coming to Newport this weekend

Summer fair, musical and free music event coming to Newport this weekend

A summer fayre, a musical, and a free music event are set to take place this weekend. On July 12, the summer fair at Rodney Parade, NP19 0UU, will...

11.07.2025 10

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Primary school puts on Glastonbury-inspired event with West End theme

A primary school has turned its playground into a stage for a day of music, colour and creativity. St Julian’s Primary School in Newport hosted...

08.07.2025 10

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200 female MPs gather for suffragette-inspired photocall in Parliament

Around 200 female MPs gathered in Parliament for a suffragette-inspired photocall, celebrating the suffrage movement's legacy. This event was a...

06.07.2025 2

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Huge mural of Gallagher brothers made from bucket hats needs new home

An epic mural of Noel and Liam Gallagher made from bucket hats is being offered a permanent home. The colossal artwork, which was created by Nathan...

05.07.2025 9

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Giant tribute to the Gallagher brothers now on public display

A giant tribute to the Gallagher brothers is set to go on public display. The 13-foot-tall portrait made entirely of bucket hats will be unveiled at...

03.07.2025 4

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Powerful dance theatre show exploring beauty and chaos of life coming to stage

A powerful dance theatre show exploring the beauty and chaos of life is coming to the stage. Let Life Dance, a physical storytelling production by...

25.06.2025 7

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Newport street wins £10k each in special postcode lottery draw

Residents of a Newport street have each won £10,000 with a special postcode lottery. Elgar Avenue, in the NP19 9ST postcode, was the lucky street...

25.06.2025 10

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From a pop-up bar to a Big Bash and falconry - what to do in Gwent this weekend

This weekend, Gwent is set to host a variety of events for everyone to enjoy. On Saturday, June 21, from noon to 10pm, the first-ever 'Pub By The...

22.06.2025 10

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Matrix star Laurence Fishburne tops the bill at Comic Con Wales 2025

Laurence Fishburne is set to be the star guest at this summer's Comic Con Wales in Newport The actor, known for his roles in films such as The...

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City centre came alive with sound of sea shanties at first festival

Newport hosted its first-ever sea shanty festival this weekend. The event, named Pirates in the Port, was headlined by Newport's very own Bois Y...

01.06.2025 10

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What's On in Newport: Half-term finale packed with music and family fun

Newport is set for a weekend of entertainment as half-term draws to a close. From music festivals to family fun days, there's something for everyone...

01.06.2025 10

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New book uncovers 'compelling' chapter of Newport's social history

A newly published book shines a light on Newport's compelling social history. 'Florence Lock: An Orphan's Letters' is the second book by the...

29.05.2025 10

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City included in author's list of 'hidden gems in UK and Ireland'

An author who set out to visit the "least popular spots in the UK and Ireland" has included Newport in his quest to find hidden gems. Ben Aitken,...

26.05.2025 3

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Three-day music event to raise funds for the homeless to be held at local venue

A three-day event is being held to help raise funds for the homeless. Rock fans have been invited to attend The Patriot, The Home Of Rock, in...

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Grand Designs Cymru home in Newport hits the market for £1.95 million

A historic Newport home, which featured on Channel 4's Grand Designs, is now on the market. Kemeys Folly, originally built for the Sheriff of...

22.05.2025 20

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Stunning seven-bed manor with 'theatre style' cinema on the market

A remarkable seven-bedroom, Grade II listed, stone-built manor inspired by the great houses of the late sixteenth and seventeenth centuries is on the...

18.05.2025 10

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'Wales's Amazon' is under threat from solar farm developments, says MS

Newport East MS John Griffiths has voiced concerns about the potential impact of solar farm developments on the Gwent Levels. In a speech to the...

14.05.2025 20

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Dozens gather for Newport Folk Festival on sunny weekend

Dozens of people gathered at Tredegar House last weekend to celebrate the Newport Folk Festival 2025. The festival, now in its 34th year, took place...

12.05.2025 20

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What's on in Newport this weekend: Dragon show at The Riverfront and more

A family theatre show featuring a dragon and a rebellious princess is coming to Newport this weekend. 'The Worst Princess' will be performed at The...

10.05.2025 20

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'We must never forget them,' resident roll out the bunting for VE Day

Dozens of people across Gwent have been celebrating the 80th anniversary of VE Day, and will continue to do so with the official occasion today. ...

09.05.2025 20

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In Pictures: Charity fun run brings a splash of colour to Newport

A charity fun run brought a splash of colour to Newport. The St David's Hospice Care Kolor Dash 2025 took place at Tredegar Park, Newport, on...

29.04.2025 20

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New four-star food hygiene rating for Newport restaurant

A Newport restaurant has been handed a new food hygiene rating. Milden's, in Heather Road, was given a four-out-of-five rating after an assessment...

27.04.2025 10

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Gwent street wins big on daily Postcode Lottery draws for April

A street in Caldicot has been named as winners in some of the People's Postcode Lottery's daily draws for mid-April.  Named among numerous other...

27.04.2025 10

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Play telling of heroics during 1909 Newport disaster hailed as 'huge success'

A play about the 1909 Newport docks disaster has been hailed as a "huge success." The production, "Tom Toya Lewis - a Local Hero," was put on by...

21.04.2025 5

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Gwent street wins in Postcode Lottery draw

RESIDENTS of one lucky street in Gwent have won a sum of money in the recent People's Postcode Lottery draws.  Named among numerous other streets...

19.04.2025 20

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'Well-loved' two-screen cinema in bustling town up for sale

A two-screen cinema in the bustling town of Abergavenny, known as the 'gateway to Wales', is up for sale. Baker Street Cinema, a well-loved venue...

14.04.2025 20

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The main events to enjoy across Gwent this weekend

People can enjoy a weekend of music, weddings, and medieval wargaming in Gwent. Fans of The Carpenters can head to Cwmbran's Gwent Square on...

13.04.2025 20

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The 5 best pubs for a sunny pint in Newport according to TripAdvisor

As the sun shines, now is a great time to enjoy a pint outside in the lovely weather. With this in mind, we've taken a look at some of the...

06.04.2025 10

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Things to do in Newport this weekend: Distillery tour, musical show, and more

There's plenty to keep you busy in Newport this weekend, with a distillery tour, musical show, and local produce market all on offer. At the Spirit...

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First ever free music festival to take over city centre this weekend

The first-ever free music festival is set to take place in Newport this weekend.  The Newport Music Trail will take over the city on Friday, March...

29.03.2025 10

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What's on in Newport this weekend: Gruffalo, rave, and more

Newport is set for a real variety of events this weekend. The Newport Festival of Words continues with a special event at the Newport Rising Hub on...

21.03.2025 5

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New music trail festival with more than 90 artists set to take over city centre

A new music trail event is set to take over a city centre later this month. The Newport Music Trail will be held in the centre of Newport on Friday,...

19.03.2025 20

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What's on in Newport this weekend: Musical rave, metal night, and market

A musical rave, metal concert, and artisan market are happening this weekend in Newport.  Newport's Corn Exchange, on High Street, will host its...

16.03.2025 10

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Future of historic arts building secured with £210,000 funding boost

The future of a historic arts venue has been secured with a £210,000 funding boost. Blackwood Miners’ Institute faced uncertainty last year when...

16.03.2025 20

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BBC and ITV agree new partnership to offer fans free-to-air live Six Nations

ITV and BBC Sport have agreed a new four-year partnership for the live free-to-air rights for the Guinness Men’s Six Nations Championship, which...

15.03.2025 7

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Cwmbran residents have their say on how £20m funding should improve town

PEOPLE in Cwmbran have been sharing their thoughts on how they think a £20 million funding boost for "deprived neighbourhoods" should be spent.  ...

12.03.2025 20

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Seven Gwent pubs with live music or karaoke this weekend

This weekend, seven pubs in Gwent are set to come alive with music. The Potters, Newport The Potters (Image: Google) The Potters in Newport...

08.03.2025 20

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What's on in Newport this weekend: Live music and comedy

This weekend, Newport is set to host a myriad of events, including music and comedy.  On Friday, March 7, Captain Accident and the Disasters will...

07.03.2025 20

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Vue Cwmbran to celebrate International Women’s Day 2025 with six films

Vue Cwmbran will celebrate International Women’s Day with six inspiring films this Saturday, March 8. The award-winning legal drama Erin...

07.03.2025 10

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Petition for councillor's resignation after 'live less extravagantly' remark

A petition has been launched calling for the resignation of a councillor who has suggested people should "live less extravagantly" if they're creating...

05.03.2025 10

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Theatr Iolo to perform show based on popular children's book in the area

A theatre company is set to delight young audiences with a new show based on a popular children's book. Theatr Iolo will be performing "Tidy," a...

24.02.2025 10

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What's on in Gwent this February half-term: Theatre, workshops and more

From Shakespeare to Hollywood, this February half-term brings a variety of entertainment for all ages across Gwent. Concept Players will transport...

22.02.2025 20

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What's on in Newport this weekend: John Barrowman, musical theatre and wrestling

John Barrowman is set to enthrall Newport audiences with his new show, Laid Bare this weekend.  The celebrated entertainer, renowned for his role...

22.02.2025 20

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What's on in Gwent: Panto, outdoor adventure and movie club

Families and nature enthusiasts can look forward to a host of exciting events this weekend around Newport. From a gripping panto to a unique nature...

22.02.2025 7

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Andrew Lloyd Webber's 'Sunset Boulevard' coming to south Wales

A theatre company has announced its production of Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Sunset Boulevard" in Penarth. Concept Players will stage the iconic musical...

21.02.2025 6

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