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Calling All Art Lovers... Here’s some heartwarming news to brighten your day. In Newport, a group of talented young pupils from Undy Primary School and Pill Primary School are proving that creativity knows no bounds. They’ve teamed up with local charity Raven House Trust to bring an explosion of color, imagination, and positive vibes to the organization’s space. And the secret ingredient? A little guidance from a professional artist! These budding Picassos have worked hand-in-hand with Rhiannon Art, learning new […]

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The Fierce Fight Against the Flood When heavy rains threatened to flood a home in Ynysddu, Newport, local residents became real-life heroes. As water levels rose dangerously, these community members jumped into action, grabbing brooms and buckets to get the water down a drain. Their efforts went beyond just protecting property—they gave neighbors hope and comfort during a challenging time. Thereasa Jones, whose house it was, said ‘"I'm always so worried when it rains that we'll get flooded, as we […]

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Which Famous Five come to Newport? A brand new season of ‘The Famous Five’, a remake of our favourite childhood books is coming to our TV screens, and guess what? It was filmed in Newport. The filming was taking place at the Raglan Barracks in Allt Yr Yn on the 18th October, all ready for the season to hit our screens in 2025. Showing on CBBC, the series features Diaana Babnicova, Jack GLeeson and most importantly- Timmy the dog. Based […]

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Did you know Newport is just less than half an hours drive from one of Britain's best kept secrets? Well now you do. Tucked into the Welsh countryside is Caerwent, Britain’s only surviving Roman town. Dating back an astonishing 2,000 years, Caerwent isn’t just an archaeological site—it’s a living village where ancient ruins blend with daily life. Imagine strolling through streets where Roman merchants once traded, past crumbling fortress walls and intricate mosaics that have stood the test of time. […]

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Sporty Welsh Couple Change Lives For The Better A couple from Wales has been changing lives in Rwanda, one rugby ball at a time. Mary and Glyn Watkins arrived there at first with a vision to share their love of rugby. Then, through training sessions, they introduced kids and adults to the game, not just as a sport but as a tool for building confidence and community.The charity, which is now called friends of Rwanda Rugby was first launched in […]

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Maindee Full Colour Festival Brings Brilliant Vibes Maindee was absolutely alive with colour this weekend as the Full Colour Festival brought the community together for a day of music, art, and pure good vibes! The festival, which has become a local favourite, showcased vibrant street performances, live bands, creative workshops and stunning art displays that turned the streets into a giant canvas. From families enjoying the food stalls to people dancing to the live music, the atmosphere was buzzing all […]

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The Circus is Coming to Newport, With one Very Exciting Act... Get ready,Newport! Silke Pan, an amazing performer with an incredible story, is coming to town. Once an acrobat, Silke's life took a dramatic turn after a serious injury left her paraplegic- but she didn’t let that stop her. Now, she’s back in the spotlight, bringing her talent and resilience to the stage as part of a unique Italian circus show- which is making its way to Newport. Her performance […]

today19 September 2024 30

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Who?? Was in a Newport school 10 years ago? I bet you can’t guess who visited a Newport school 10 years ago last weekend. Go on, have a guess. Barack Obama, that's who. Can you believe that? You might even remember it. He came along with 60 other world leaders as part of the NATO Summit. They stayed in  the Celtic Manor hotel, which the director at the time, Mr Simon Gibson called an unforgettable moment. During Obama’s time in […]

today11 September 2024 36

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One of our favourite Newport bands has just won the ‘Best UK Band Award’. Can you guess who it was? Our very own Skidred. Formed in Newport in 1998, Skindred are known for their unique fusion of heavy metal and genres such as reggae. Held at the O2 Forum Kentish Town venue, twelve winners were crowned at the 8th annual Heavy Music Awards. As the band were playing a gig in France at the time, the band's frontman known as […]

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