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• Merthyr Town suffer penalty shootout heartache in play-off semi-final defeat to Hitchin Town

  26-04-2017 23:52 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The Martyrs' hopes of securing promotion were cruelly ended as they lost in a penalty shootout
  
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• Grieving family’s boost for critical care unit

  26-04-2017 23:01 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  THE family of a teenager who spent 19 days in the Royal Gwent Hospital’s critical care unit before he died, have donated almost £4,900 to help improve visitors’ facilities.
  
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• Firefighter preparing for gruelling 30 hour rugby match

  26-04-2017 23:01 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  A PART-TIME firefighter from Varteg has received a boost to his charitable fundraising efforts as he prepares to face a gruelling world record rugby attempt.
  
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• Rebuilt medieval ship could sail within decade

  26-04-2017 22:48 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  A REPLICA of a 15th century boat unearthed in Newport could be set to sail on the Usk, according to the ship’s restoration group.
  
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• Fundraising will help allergic reaction charity

  26-04-2017 22:45 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  THE family of a girl who must always be ready to combat the effects of her severe food allergies are on the fundraising trail for charity.
  
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• Book your tickets now for our 125 celebration

  26-04-2017 22:43 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  TICKETS have gone on sale for our musical extravaganza that will celebrate our 125th anniversary.
  
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• Cyclists to ride the height of Mount Everest in charity bid

  26-04-2017 22:01 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  TWO cyclists will attempt to scale the equivalent height of Mount Everest by cycling Abergavenny’s notorious Tumble to raise money for charity.
  
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• Lotto results for Wednesday, April 26: The winning numbers from the latest draw

  26-04-2017 21:32 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  These are the winning numbers from tonight's draw
  
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• This is how many Newcastle United fans are expected to be at Cardiff City on Friday night

  26-04-2017 21:19 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The travelling supporters will be in high spirits in Cardiff having secured promotion into the Premier League on Monday night
  
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• QPR owner reveals why he wants his side to follow in the footsteps of Swansea City

  26-04-2017 21:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  It seems the QPR chief likes the way the Swans have gone about their business over the years
  
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• Families are“heartbroken” after graves of loved ones targeted by thieves

  26-04-2017 21:02 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  TWO Caldicot families have spoken of their “heartbreak” after the graves of their loved ones were targeted by thieves.
  
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• A dad left a heartfelt note to his child before taking an accidental overdose

  26-04-2017 20:36 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The man left a note stating he did not wish to be resuscitated in the event of his death
  
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• The story of the Manchester United Busby Babe who survived the Munich disaster and became Swansea City manager

  26-04-2017 20:07 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Two of his former clubs meet at Old Trafford on Sunday
  
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• This is what the Ospreys, Scarlets and Cardiff Blues need to make the Pro12 play-offs and Champions Cup in the final two matches

  26-04-2017 19:52 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Three of Wales's four professional sides have a huge amount to play for over the remaining weeks of the season
  
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• Wales should not fear going independent - The Guardian

  26-04-2017 19:46 via theguardian.com
  
  The Guardian
  Wales should not fear going independent
  The Guardian
  Your report on the latest phone-hacking damages (Publisher of Mirror pays out to 44 hacked celebrities, 26 April) could give the impression that hacking was a weapon used by newspapers only or mainly against the famous and well-off. This is not the case.
  
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• The Nathan Blake chat: Who should be Cardiff City's Player of the Year... and why Peter Whittingham is like Wayne Rooney?

  26-04-2017 19:39 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Bluebirds legend Nathan Blake discusses the main talking points ahead of this weekend's Cardiff City awards 2017 night
  
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• North Wales headmaster in court on fraud charges - Daily Post - Daily Post North Wales

  26-04-2017 19:16 via dailypost.co.uk
  
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  North Wales headmaster in court on fraud charges - Daily Post
  Daily Post North Wales
  A North Wales headmaster has been charged with fraud while employed at two primary schools in the Wrexham area. Nicholas Robert Hankin, 54, of St ...and more »
  
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• Ambulances scrambled to scene after city centre embankment fall

  26-04-2017 19:12 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Police and paramedics attend incident at former railway embankment on Swansea's Oystermouth Road
  
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• We asked people under 30 if they could name these stars from the 80s

  26-04-2017 19:00 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  We showed people in Cardiff some pictures of stars from the era of shoulder pads and big hair
  
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• Burry Port man acquitted of rape following night of alcohol and video games

  26-04-2017 18:48 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Swansea Crown Court was told that drunken consent is still consent - even if the person regrets what they had done the following day
  
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• Everton star Seamus Coleman opens up after Neil Taylor horror tackle that left him with a broken leg

  26-04-2017 18:47 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The Ireland captain has given his first interview since being left with a broken leg as a result of Taylor's horror tackle
  
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• Wanted: Two enthusiastic people willing to work with snakes, monkeys and other exotic creatures

  26-04-2017 18:24 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Two animal husbandry interns are needed at the Plantasia tropical hothouse in Swansea
  
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• New HIV drug 'should not be funded by NHS Wales' - BBC News

  26-04-2017 18:08 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  New HIV drug 'should not be funded by NHS Wales'
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  A "game-changing" drug which dramatically cuts the chances of being infected with HIV should not be provided by the NHS in Wales, a body has recommended. The All Wales Medicines Strategy Group (AWMSG) has advised the Welsh Government not to ...and more »
  
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• Former soldier beat-up partner three times in a month after rows over a dating app

  26-04-2017 18:08 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Swansea Crown Court heard Daniel Golea's first two assaults initially went unreported because the victim 'hoped he would change'
  
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• This is the opening date for Gareth Bale's new bar in Cardiff

  26-04-2017 18:01 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Work is under way to get the new sports venue open very soon
  
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• These are some of the inventions that could make your life better in the years to come

  26-04-2017 18:01 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Some great ideas never get past the drawing board, but others go on to transform our lives
  
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• Police issue appeal for information about missing dog

  26-04-2017 18:01 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  AN APPEAL for informaion has been issues by Gwent Police about a missing Bishon Frise.
  
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• Leighton James: It's the perfect time for Swansea City to play Manchester United

  26-04-2017 17:48 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  This weekend is the ideal time for the Swans to play Jose Mourinho's side
  
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• Carmarthenshire charity backs campaign to raise awareness of water danger

  26-04-2017 17:48 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  People are getting behind Drowning Prevention and Water Safety Week
  
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• There's a forgotten Wales star who could be about to win the European Champions Cup - WalesOnline

  26-04-2017 17:46 via walesonline.co.uk
  
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  There's a forgotten Wales star who could be about to win the European Champions Cup
  WalesOnline
  He's the forgotten man of Welsh rugby, but Aaron Jarvis could be about to send out a timely reminder by joining a very elite group. It's been out of sight, out of mind for much of this season for the 18-cap prop since he moved from the Ospreys to ...
  
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• There's a forgotten Wales star who could be about to win the European Champions Cup

  26-04-2017 17:45 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  He wasn’t selected for Wales’ autumn international squad and played no part in the Six Nations
  
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• Wales' first fire investigation dog Sam dies at 18 - BBC News

  26-04-2017 17:44 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  Wales' first fire investigation dog Sam dies at 18
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  Wales' first fire investigation dog has died in retirement, aged 18. Golden Labrador Sam joined South Wales Fire and Rescue in 2003 and attended over 5,000 incidents during his five years of service. He was trained to sniff out petrol, lighter fuel and ...and more »
  
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• The official Swansea City fans' player of the year nominees revealed: Cast your vote now

  26-04-2017 17:33 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  It has been a difficult campaign on and off the pitch, but a few players have shone under pressure
  
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• McDonald's is planning to trial a home delivery service in the UK this June

  26-04-2017 17:33 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  No more texting your mum to pick you up a Big Mac meal on her way home
  
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• Man charged following assault of elderly man in Newport

  26-04-2017 17:31 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  A MAN has been charged after an alleged robbery in Newport.
  
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• Wales to play Georgia for the first time after announcing autumn internationals that includes All Blacks clash - The Independent

  26-04-2017 17:16 via independent.co.uk
  
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  Wales to play Georgia for the first time after announcing autumn internationals that includes All Blacks clash
  The Independent
  Wales will face Georgia this autumn in their first ever meeting as part of a four-Test programme unveiled on Wednesday, with Australia, South Africa and world champions New Zealand also scheduled to play at the Principality Stadium. Wales have never ...
  Autumn internationals: Wales face southern hemisphere 'big three ...BBC Sport
  Wales tee up All Bl
  
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• Win a Family Annual Pass to Oakwood Theme Park

  26-04-2017 17:07 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Five runners-up will also win a family pass for this Bank Holiday weekend
  
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• Burry Port family thanks air ambulance crew for saving one of their lives

  26-04-2017 17:06 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Margaret Clark suffered a heart attack at her home in 2016
  
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• The Welsh London marathon runner who outshone the elite athletes has been called up by Great Britain for World Championships

  26-04-2017 17:01 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The 23-year-old has had his place at at the World Championships confirmed to cap whirlwind week
  
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• Level crossing manager punched and kicked on the ground by two men as he ends shift

  26-04-2017 17:01 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Police said the two men believed to have assaulted the victim were seen at the station earlier in the day
  
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• A major new 17-storey block of student flats is planned for Cardiff city centre

  26-04-2017 17:01 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The new block on Park Place would feature 374 apartments
  
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• New BBC Wales Cardiff HQ to get 'next generation' tech - BBC News

  26-04-2017 17:00 via bbc.co.uk
  
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  New BBC Wales Cardiff HQ to get 'next generation' tech
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  BBC Cymru Wales is to adopt "next generation" web technology at its new Cardiff city centre headquarters. It will be the first BBC facility in the UK to use the Internet Protocol (IP) technology across both its production and broadcast operations. It ...and more »
  
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• Anthony Joshua can become an all-time great but won't be as good as me - Lennox Lewis

  26-04-2017 16:53 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  The former heavyweight champion is confident Joshua can become one of the greats of the division, but doesn't think he will beat his own achievements in the sport
  
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• There'll be a three-day street food and drink festival in Swansea this summer

  26-04-2017 16:50 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  Foodies rejoice! Vendors will bring everything from jerk chicken to cocktails to town
  
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• A woman caught Sean Paul's sweaty towel at a gig and now she's selling it on eBay

  26-04-2017 16:46 via walesonline.co.uk
  
  But if you're serious about buying it, it doesn't come cheap.
  
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• Police appeal after dog reported missing in Fleur-de-Lys

  26-04-2017 16:44 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  GWENT Police have launched an appeal after a dog was reported missing from her home in Fleur-de-Lys.
  
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• Medieval ship could sail again with working replica

  26-04-2017 16:34 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  A REPLICA of a 15th century boat unearthed in Newport could be set to sail on the Usk, according to the ship’s restoration group.
  
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• Newport is a 'sleeping dragon' says Gocompare's new head of tech from Silicon Valley

  26-04-2017 16:01 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  Jackson Hull, chief technology officer, at Newport-based Gocompare.com, joined the company in November 2016. He previously worked in Silicon Valley, California.
  
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• Fraudster told to pay back £5

  26-04-2017 15:46 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  A FRAUDSTER who embezzled thousands of pounds from a social enterprise by posing as an ex-marine in a “sophisticated” con has been ordered to pay back just £5.
  
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• Woman helps save fox cub badly burnt in a grass fire

  26-04-2017 15:43 via southwalesargus.co.uk
  
  AN ABERCARN animal welfare centre trustee helped to save the life of a fox cub badly burnt in a grass fire.
  
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