Tuesday, 21st May 2013

Latest Newport stories

Further delays on wardens’ return

TRAFFIC wardens will not be back on the streets of Newport for at least another 18 months, it has been revealed.

Daredevil ride to be highlight of funfair

A HIGH speed ride which spins adrenaline junkies in the air will be the top attraction at a huge May Fair next weekend.
The ride, dubbed ‘The Extreme’, will be making its first appearance in Shropshire as part of the funfair in Newport High Street on May 5.
Twenty-four people at a time can enjoy the ride, […]

Huge fair given go-ahead

A HUGE fair planned for the May Bank Holiday weekend which could bring more than 2,000 visitors to Newport has been given the go-ahead, the organiser revealed today.

Musicians scoop top awards in contest

TALENTED musicians have scooped top awards at the final of a national competition.

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Society in field digs to uncover buildings

Excavation work is taking place in fields near a 17th century country house near Newport in an attempt to unearth remains of old buildings.

Pool revamp plans get thumbs up

A MAJOR revamp of Newport Swimming Pool looks certain to go ahead after planning chiefs gave the scheme the thumbs up.

Row brews over taxi marshal cost

Taxpayers in Newport have been asked to stump up cash to make sure people in Telford and Wellington get home safe after a night out, it has been revealed.

Reminder over town accolades deadline

NEWPORT Town Council is urging its residents to submit their nominations for the citizen of the year.

Policing pledge despite changes

NEWPORT will be policed sufficiently despite the town’s police station being shut to the public, Commissioner Bill Longmore has vowed.

Railings on bridge targeted by vandals

VANDALS broke railings on a bridge over Newport Canal and then threw them into the water.