Newport and South East Wales News
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Pontypool ammonia leak 'contained' after factory evacuated
Nearby residents were urged to shut windows and doors due to a "very strong smell of ammonia".
Covid: Welsh ministers criticised by dad, 81, yet to have his vaccine
Don Knight calls Welsh ministers "clowns" after missing their coronavirus jab target for over-80s.
Harry Baker murder trial: Murder accused says he never met victim
Harry Baker's body was found with nine stab wounds in a shipping container compound, a court hears.
Sir Tom Jones told he 'wouldn't succeed with curly hair'
The Welsh singer said he was "always getting knocked back" in his early career.
Covid in Wales: How many deaths have there been?
The total number of reported coronavirus deaths in Wales is 4,610 people, with 537 new cases.
Covid: 'Reveal milestones to reopen Wales schools' call
More information needed about when ministers will deem it safe, Wales' children's commissioner says.
Tory candidate 'brought Vale of Glamorgan council into disrepute'
Leighton Rowlands was accused of improper conduct for opening a wine bar without planning permission.
Alun Wyn Jones: Wales captain nears full fitness ahead of Six Nations
Wales captain Alun Wyn Jones is nearing a return to full fitness as the start of the Six Nations approaches.
Ashley Williams: Wales captain's 'unbelievable journey' comes to an end
As Ashley Williams announces his retirement, a look back at the defender's rise from the lower leagues to Euro 2016 semi-finalist.
'I thought long Covid would kill me' - Welsh triathlete Silver
Welsh triathlete Chris Silver says the effects of suspected 'long Covid' were so severe that he thought he may never recover.
Liam Cullen: Swansea City forward signs new contract
Wales Under-21 striker Liam Cullen signs a new three-year deal at Championship side Swansea City.
Keiran Williams: Ospreys centre signs two-year contract extension
Former Wales Under-20s centre Keiran Williams signs a two-year extension to stay at Pro14 side Ospreys until 2023.
Welsh sport may need further funding with no 'magic date' for crowds return
Welsh Government admit there is "no magic date" for return of crowds which may see bodies require further aid.
British and Irish Lions 2021: Gregor Townsend urges tour solution
The value of the British and Irish Lions should not be underestimated, says Scotland boss Gregor Townsend.
FA Cup: Vote for your favourite goal of the fourth round
We have picked our favourite goals from the FA Cup fourth round - but which do you think is the best one?
Emiliano Sala: Lot of work to be done, says Cardiff chairman Mehmet Dalman
Cardiff City chairman Mehmet Dalman says there is still "a lot of work to be done" in the Emiliano Sala case, two years after the footballer's death.
Cardiff City: Blame squad for Neil Harris exit says Sean Morrison
Cardiff City captain Sean Morrison says the players should accept blame for manager Neil Harris being replaced by Mick McCarthy.
Celtic Manor in Newport to stage 2021 Welsh Open
Newport's Celtic Manor is to host the Welsh Open for the first time in February with the event behind closed doors.
Ashley Williams: Wales captain announces retirement
Wales captain and former Swansea City and Everton defender Ashley Williams announces his retirement from professional football.
National League still to decide on 2020-21 season vote
National League clubs and officials are still to decide on whether to proceed with the 2020-21 season.
Wrexham 0-0 FC Halifax Town
Wrexham and Halifax settle for a point apiece in a game of few chances for either side in the National League at the Racecourse.
Mick McCarthy: New Cardiff City manager hopes for extended stay
Mick McCarthy hopes a successful start to his Cardiff City tenure could lead to an extended stay with the club.
Jayne Ludlow: 'Right decision' to leave Wales
Former Wales manager Jayne Ludlow says it was "the right decision," for her to leave her role with the national side.
Joe Allen embraces 'terrible' Euros second chance with Wales after injury
Injury should have denied Wales midfielder Joe Allen a place at Euro 2020 but he admits the delay due to the coronavirus pandemic has been "a win for pretty much only me".
Covid: Ten South African coronavirus variant cases in Wales
All the variant cases were recorded in people who had been abroad, a senior official says.
Covid: Wrexham suspicious package suspends vaccine production
The Army sends a bomb disposal unit to Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine producer Wockhardt's unit.
Covid: Plan to allow Senedd election Covid delay published
New law could allow for election to be held as late as 5 November if 6 May date is not safe.
Sir Tom Jones told he 'wouldn't succeed with curly hair'
The Welsh singer said he was "always getting knocked back" in his early career.
Harry Baker murder trial: Murder accused says he never met victim
Harry Baker's body was found with nine stab wounds in a shipping container compound, a court hears.
Covid: Welsh ministers criticised by dad, 81, yet to have his vaccine
Don Knight calls Welsh ministers "clowns" after missing their coronavirus jab target for over-80s.
Covid: Royal Welsh Show postponed until 2022
The Royal Welsh Show, which normally attracts about 250,000 people, will not happen in 2021.
Pontypool ammonia leak 'contained' after factory evacuated
Nearby residents were urged to shut windows and doors due to a "very strong smell of ammonia".
Covid in Wales: How many deaths have there been?
The total number of reported coronavirus deaths in Wales is 4,610 people, with 537 new cases.
Covid: 'Reveal milestones to reopen Wales schools' call
More information needed about when ministers will deem it safe, Wales' children's commissioner says.
Covid: UK Government 'working flat-out at DVLA site'
A Swansea MP urged Boris Johnson to take responsibility for the "woeful" dealing of the outbreak.
Wales marks Holocaust Memorial Day in online events
People are urged to light a candle in their window to show their support.