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Getting To Know Us: Sam Grant

Q. How long have you been on the team at Newport City Radio, Sam and what do you do? A. Since autumn 2023, after I won the chance to co-present a radio show in a raffle. I had such a lot of fun, that I asked if I could stick around for more! I'm a keen sports fan so I like to get involved in any radio sport projects. I […]

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Lifestyle

Urban Beach Fun Comes to Newport City Centre!

Let's go to Newport Beach This August, all the fun of the seaside is coming to Newport city centre, providing perfect family entertainment during the school summer holidays. Newport Now BID is bringing an urban beach to John Frost Square from August 2nd to 27th, transforming the heart of the city into a summer paradise.The beach will be open daily from 9am to 5pm, complete with buckets, spades, and deck […]

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Local Music

Gig Goin’- The Rogues: Clwb Ifwr Bach Cardiff 28/6/24

The Rogues at Clwb Ifwr Bach, Cardiff: 28/6/24 The Rogues made a triumphant return to the Capital on Friday with a double celebration. Originally planned as an EP launch show for their debut, 1963 – Live At Rockfield Studios, the night turned even more special when news broke earlier that the release had reached No. 3 in the Official UK Charts for physical releases. This promised to be a landmark […]

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New NuWho the Review – Empire of Death

It all led to this... The TARDIS with its eerie groan, the mysterious identity of Ruby Sunday’s mother, and the enigmatic Mrs. Flood with her strange habit of breaking the fourth wall. Episode Six, titled ‘The Legend of Ruby Sunday,’ left me confused. The episode built up to a big reveal, but what was the legend of Ruby Sunday? All I saw was a lot of running around without a […]

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Some big news!

We're on the move! Newport City Radio is thrilled to announce its relocation to the vibrant heart of the community, Unit 42 at Kingsway Shopping Centre.Newport City Radio was made an irresistible offer from the Kingsway Shopping Centre management team. This new space offers a fresh canvas for our initiatives after receiving extensive repairs. This move marks a significant step forward in our journey to better serve our audiences.Our heartfelt […]

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Local Music

Talking To The Moon, Aiming For The Stars

The Rogues 1963 - Live At Rockfield Studios EP Review The Rogues, a 5-piece Indie/Rock band from Newport, South Wales, have been a force to reckon with since their first gig at The Dragonffli in Pontypridd in May 2022. Building momentum both locally and beyond, they've played over 100 shows, gaining a dedicated following known as The Rogue Army.Their reputation as one of the must-see live acts from South Wales […]

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Local Music

A Summary of The 2024 Love Live Music Awards

Newport City Radio’s Premier Music Event The 2024 Love Live Music Awards, organised by Newport City Radio, once again illuminated the vibrant local music scene with a grand celebration on June 6th, 2024. Held at Q, (formerly The Queen's Hotel) in Newport, the event brought together musicians, industry professionals, and music lovers from across the region, shining a spotlight on the exceptional talent that characterises the South Wales music community. […]

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Local Music

Jump The Underground: Back with a Bang

Jump the Underground - back with a bang After 15 years away, but still very much part of the Newport music scene, it was a momentous occasion last year when locally based favourites Jump The Underground announced a reunion show. The band, which self-imploded in 2008, left fans wondering if this was a one-off event or a permanent comeback. At the time, even the band members themselves weren't sure of […]

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Getting To Know You: Dangerous Debbie Loosemore

Q. How long have you been with the Newport City Radio team, Deb and what is your role? A. My partner Mark Hawkeye Harris and I joined in 2014. We co-present the Breakfast Show with Lamsie and previously we were on the Hump Day show. We've also presented the monthly Newport City Show, where we got to chat with local people about local topics. Oh yes, and we go out […]

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Post WWE Clash at the Castle Review

Post WWE Clash at the Castle Review What an incredible Premium Live Event (PLE) WWE hosted in Scotland for the first time ever this past Saturday! Plus, an amazing first-ever 4-hour talk show live on Newport City Radio. What do you think? Let us know your thoughts!We caught up with the presenters of the newly formed show "ARE YOU READY!" to get their final thoughts on Clash at the Castle. […]

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