Sunday, 1st August 2010

Latest Newport stories

In Bloom judges visit town

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In Bloom organisers are keeping their green fingers crossed after judges took their annual tour of the town.

Bumper crowd expected for show

Thousands are expected to descend on the town tomorrow for the 101st Newport Show.

Town to get ’super’ recycling centre

A new ‘super community recycling centre’ is to open in Newport.

First glimpse of new Butter Cross area

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This is the first glimpse of new-look Newport. This computer-generated image of how the Butter Cross area of the town centre will look after the work has been supplied to us by Telford & Wrekin Council.

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Newport bids for seventh In Bloom gold

Green fingered enthusiasts in Newport are anxiously awaiting the arrival of the Heart of England in Bloom judges on Monday.

Diggers ready to start High Street work

We all need to work together to make this run smoothly. That was the message from Telford & Wrekin Council chiefs this week – as diggers prepare to move on site in High Street.

Students’ live video link to Slovenia

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Newport school children watched the big England game alongside their counterparts from a tiny Slovenian village – thanks to special video link-up.

Pedal challenge in aid of Nocturne

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Members of Newport Raiders cycling team have raised over £1,500 towards the Nocturne race by riding from one Newport to another.

Sunshine joy at carnival

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The sun shone on Newport last weekend as organisers hailed the 37th annual town carnival.

Conor aims to grow into champion’s gloves

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An eight-year-old boy from Newport is now the proud owner of a pair of boxing gloves signed by former World Champion Richie Woodhall.