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• Party or Parky

  Whether you want to party this winter or wrap up warm, Monmouthshire County Life has some fashion suggestions for you... read more

• Collectors' tips

  Bargains are the stuff of antique collectors' dreams. Picture the scene: you pay just a few pounds or even pence for something you spot at a car boot sale. Then you discover it's a genuine whatever and worth hundreds. read more

• Bailey is back - and his owner is simply 'trilled'!

  Today, the Free Press can tell the amazing story of Bailey the budgie and how, thanks to our readers, we helped reunite him with his owner. read more

• The wonder of tulips

  Of all the flowers in the world, my wife's favourites are tulips. read more

• Aber happy to get point from Blaina

  ABERGAVENNY RFC dropped to third in Division Three East following a bruising 15-15 draw at Blaina on Saturday. read more

• Surestart project wins approval

  THE Surestart project in Abergavenny got a ringing endorsement from government cabinet minister Alan Milburn, who said it gives children the best start in life. read more

• Skennie spring surprise

  SKENFRITH United produced the shock of the HFA Cup first round when they knocked out Alpay. read more

• Healing hands

  A Monmouthshire woman who suffered from a chronic illness for 12 months, but found relief after visiting a therapeutic masseur, is dedicating her life to helping others facing similar problems. read more

• Gardening calendar - October-December

  Autumn and early winter is a time of hard work, clearing up and tidying the garden in preparation for winter. read more

• Swan House

  A Grade II-listed former coaching inn dating back to the 16th century is on the market with Newland Rennie Wilkins. read more

• Bogus workmen's claim is full of potholes

  TRADING standards watchdogs in Monmouth-shire are warning residents to be on the lookout for bogus workmen claiming to be from the council. read more

• Daniel in loser's den despite his hat-trick

  Division One read more

• Caring dad in car clamp fury

  A father who had to take his sick daughter to the doctors was fined £90 and had his car clamped - even though he left it for less than a minute, the Free Press can reveal. read more

• Treat your body like an engine

  WE all know that exercise is good for us but, sometimes, it's all too easy to curl up with a good book or watch TV! read more

• Fishing for compliments

  PENCARREG Farm would make the perfect home for fishing enthusiasts. read more

• Faces are lit up with festive fun

  On Thursday, Chepstow Comprehensive School Choir and the Town Band entertained the crowd while in Caldicot on Friday, performances by the Severn Tunnel Band and The Widders got the festive season off to a good start. read more

• Hat's the way to do it

  Abergavenny hat designer Alison Tod is renowned in the fashion world for her stunning designs. County Life's Noel Davies met up with her to chat about life as one of the country's leading hat designers and her abiding love for Abergavenny. read more

• Gwent High Sheriff's annual drinks reception

  Dignitaries from all over Gwent were invited to a drinks reception, held in a marquee near Monmouth Castle. read more

• Teams gear up for cup battle

  UNBEATEN Monmouth Town face their biggest test of the season on Saturday when they travel to Panteg in the Gwent Amateur Cup. read more

• Bearing fruit

  Across Wales the old tradition of cider and perry-making is undergoing a revival thanks to a small band of enthusiasts. read more

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