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    Newport City Radio – Live Right here, Right Now

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    Episode 46: WWE Backlash Drama: Title Changes and Broken Noses

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    Episode 45: The Backlash to releases

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    Episode 44: Feel the fallout from Wrestlemania

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    First Flight & Turkish Delight! (The prequel)

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    Hope and Healing: Mark from GDAS talks about recovering from drug & alcohol addiction.

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Beyond Newport: Usk Castle in The Town of Flowers

Perched above the River Usk, Usk Castle is a peaceful Norman ruin surrounded by beautiful gardens and quirky charm. Though partly in ruins, it remains a lively space, hosting events, weddings, and even the odd peacock or two. Just below, the town of Usk proudly holds the title “Town of Flowers,” thanks to its award-winning displays in the Britain in Bloom competition. Every summer, streets and buildings burst into colour with hanging baskets and planters. Together, the castle and town […]

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Beyond Newport: Griffithstown’s Rich Railway Heritage

Henry Griffiths Griffithstown village is named after Henry Griffiths, the first stationmaster of Pontypool Road Station. It was also the birthplace of the Associated Society of Locomotive Engineers & Firemen (ASLEF) in 1880. ​A tablet inside St Hilda's Church in Kemys Street commemorates Henry Griffiths as church warden.Griffithstown Railway Museum: Opened in 2002, the museum was housed in a restored Great Western Railway goods shed from 1879. It showcased a collection of railway memorabilia, including a complete station master's office. […]

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Beyond Newport: Caerphilly’s Master of Laughter!

Tommy Cooper, a Comedy Genius  Tommy Cooper was born in Caerphilly on March 19, 1921, and went on to become one of Britain’s most beloved comedians and magicians. Though his family moved to Exeter when he was a child, Caerphilly remains proud of its connection to the legendary entertainer. Famous for his red fez, clumsy magic tricks, and deep, infectious laugh, Cooper had a unique comedic style that made him a national treasure. His mix of slapstick humor and intentionally […]

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Beyond Newport: Notes about Newbridge

The Memo Newbridge Memorial Hall and Institute (The 'Memo'): Established in 1908, this historic building served as a hub for miners, offering a library, reading rooms, and recreational facilities. In 1924, a memorial hall was added to honor local men who lost their lives in the World Wars. The Memo also housed an art deco cinema and theatre, becoming a focal point for community events and performances.   Newbridge & Boxing Joe Calzaghe: Renowned as one of the greatest British […]

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Beyond Newport: Cwmbran Takes The Biscuit

The Sweetest Business in Cwmbran. The longest established employer in Cwmbran is biscuit maker Burton's Foods, who employ 1000 people to make its Jammie Dodgers and Wagon Wheels biscuits. Burton's Biscuit Factory in Cwmbran opened in 1948.  The factory played a key role in Cwmbran's industrial development, providing jobs for thousands of local residents over the decades. The factory produces approximately 400 million Wagon Wheels every year! In 2015, five men stole a container from the site with £20,000 worth […]

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Beyond Newport: Lynn The Leap

Who is Lynn The Leap? Lynn Davies, nicknamed "Lynn the Leap," is a Welsh former athlete who won the gold medal in the men's long jump at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics.  His victory made him the first and so far only athlete from the United Kingdom to win Olympic gold in the long jump. He jumped 8.07 meters (26 feet, 6 inches), defeating American favorite Ralph Boston and Soviet jumper Igor Ter-Ovanesyan. Born in Nantymoel, Wales, in 1942, Davies was […]

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Beyond Newport: Magor Marsh

What's So Great About Magor? Magor is a village in Monmouthshire. It has a fascinating history and unique characteristics. One of its most interesting features is the Magor Marsh,  a rare and protected wetland that is home to a variety of wildlife, including otters and water voles. It is one of the last remaining areas of natural fenland in Wales. Magor also has deep historical roots, with its name derived from the Welsh "Magwyr," meaning a "wall" or "ruin," hinting […]

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Beyond Newport: Blackwood’s Chartist Bridge

Newport City Radio is proud to broadcast to many towns surrounding Newport. Beyond Newport is a series of interesting facts about some of theose The Chartist Bridge, Blackwood The Chartist Bridge, opened in 2005, spans the Sirhowy Valley in Blackwood, Gwent, and is named in honor of the Chartist movement. The movement, active in the early 19th century, campaigned for political and social reforms, notably universal male suffrage. Blackwood played a key role in this movement, which culminated in the […]

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Newport Factoid #27: Golden Jubilee City

A Reason to Celebrate! Newport, officially became a city on March 18, 2002, as part of Queen Elizabeth II’s Golden Jubilee celebrations. The announcement was met with a mixture of pride and debate among residents. Supporters viewed city status as a recognition of Newport's historical significance, industrial legacy, and evolving role as a modern urban center. Critics questioned whether the town possessed the infrastructure and cultural institutions traditionally associated with city status. City status brought increased investment and attention, fueling […]

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