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8 music gigs this weekend in Gwent - from rock to string quartets and karaoke

8 music gigs this weekend in Gwent - from rock to string quartets and karaoke

Music fans in Gwent are spoilt for choice this weekend with a variety of events planned across pubs and live music venues.  The Corn Exchange,...

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City's escape room to make long-awaited comeback after years of hiatus

City's escape room to make long-awaited comeback after years of hiatus

A city's first escape room is making a long-awaited comeback after a number of years. The Escape Rooms Newport, which first opened in 2017, is...

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Launch of £1 bus fare plan 'at risk of being undermined', warn critics

Launch of £1 bus fare plan 'at risk of being undermined', warn critics

A £1 bus fare scheme could be undermined by a lack of consultation and funding clarity, according to its critics. The warning comes from the Welsh...

09.09.2025 30

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All the events taking place at pubs across Gwent this weekend

All the events taking place at pubs across Gwent this weekend

Pubs across Gwent have a host of events this weekend, from live music to quizzes. On Saturday, September 6, The Fugitives will perform at The...

06.09.2025 10

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Local pub enters karaoke contest to find UK's next pop superstar

Local pub enters karaoke contest to find UK's next pop superstar

A Newport pub is taking to the national stage as part of a hunt for the UK's next biggest pop star. Maindee Hotel is among 10 pubs in Wales set to...

03.09.2025 10

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10 pubs across Gwent hosting music events this weekend

10 pubs across Gwent hosting music events this weekend

Pubs across Gwent will play host to a series of exciting events this weekend. The Ponthir House Inn in Newport is set to welcome the Arcade So80s...

31.08.2025 4

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Are criminals getting a free pass? Most crimes in Gwent don't lead to a charge

Are criminals getting a free pass? Most crimes in Gwent don't lead to a charge

Only around one in 10 crimes in Gwent lead to a charge or caution, leading one politician to claim criminals are being given a "free pass".  Gwent...

27.08.2025 7

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Pubs in Gwent offering free shots, Elvis tribute acts and more this bank holiday

Pubs across Gwent have a packed line-up of live music and events over the bank holiday. The Iron Duke in Pontypool will host the Midnight Hour Band...

23.08.2025 8

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Welsh Conservatives slam Labour as more than 2,000 people claim Universal Credit

Two Welsh Conservative representatives have criticised the Labour government as thousands more households in two South Wales constituencies claim...

22.08.2025 10

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Gwent racecourse named among the top 20 best racecourses in the UK

Chepstow Racecourse has been named among the top 20 best racecourses in the UK. It was placed 18th in the list by OLBG and OLBG Racing, who...

21.08.2025 10

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Theatre saved from council closure named one of the best attractions in Wales

A theatre that was threatened with closure has been named one of the best attractions in Wales. Blackwood Miners' Institute has been recognised in...

10.08.2025 6

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The gigs and events happening in Gwent's pubs this weekend

Music lovers in Gwent have a jam-packed weekend ahead, with events sure to suit a variety of tastes. On Saturday, August 9, the Pontnewynydd Sports...

10.08.2025 4

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The best live music events happening across pubs in Gwent this weekend

A weekend of live music events is planned across Gwent. On Saturday, August 2, at 12pm, DJ Sammy will be performing at Newport Corinthians AFC. ...

03.08.2025 4

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IN PICTURES: Crowds flock to city park for return of Summer Sessions festival

DOZENS of people packed into one of Newport's most popular parks to attend the second one of one of the city's community music events.  In...

28.07.2025 2

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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"...

27.07.2025 3

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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...

24.07.2025 7

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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

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

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

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...

14.06.2025 20

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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...

24.05.2025 20

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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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