Newport in general

I have been a local of Newport for a few years now, though I definately live in one of the nicer suburbs. Unfortunately, Newport has a bit of a reputation for things like crime and teenage pregnancy. It is commonly referred to as a "dump" both by local and non-local people although this is definately a little harsh and Newport is definately up and coming. The Newport skyline by the river has really improved recently with the construction of the massive white metal footbridge, the new Newport Bridge and the Riverfront theatre. There are cool fountains and spotlights embedded into the pavement. Many of the buildings near the riverfront, mostly offices and ...  Read the complete review

Croeso yr Casnewydd, or Welcome to Newport, my hometown. While I was thinking of this review, I felt an introduction to the historic city of Newport was in order. History shapes a town and since Newport has only recently been granted city status, I will still refer to it as a town. This part of South Wales is steeped in history, but I immediately came upon a stumbling block, I thought I knew my town well, but it’s only authentic history starts less than 1000 years ago. Whether from indifference or lost documentation, little is known of the town’s origins. Abergavenny, some twenty miles from Newport, once housed a huge library in its castle, but ...  Read the complete review