South Wales Echo

Four Weddings and a Honeymoon ; Most Women Look Forward to Sharing Their Big Day with Their Closest Friends and Family. But Cardiff-Born Mum-of-Three Amanda Selby Decided to Share Hers with a Tv Crew and Three Other Critical Brides to Win a Honeymoon of a Lifetime. She Talks Confetti and Competition with Claire Rees

AMANDA Selby's partner still hadn't booked the honeymoon with just weeks to go before their wedding day. So the haulage firm director put their names forward for a TV show that would give them the chance of winning a five-star luxury break to the Caribbean.

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Chance to View Star Portrait

TOMMY Cooper fans are being given the chance to glimpse a unique portrait of the comic genius, signed by his admirer Hollywood star Anthony Hopkins, before it is auctioned. The special painting of the late magician was given to Sir Anthony, who is patron of the Tommy Cooper Society, last year, when he unveiled Tommy's bronze statue in Caerphilly.

Student Jailed After Customs Cocaine Sting ; Nigerian Gets Six-Year Term After Drugs Operation

A UNIVERSITY student has been jailed for six years for signing for a parcel of drugs worth up to pounds 70,000. Nigerian-born Adeyinka Kyeyemi Bamikefa was caught in a "sting" operation by an undercover officer and admitted conspiracy to import illegal drugs.

Caged Eggs 'Less Costly' ; Council 'Cannot Afford Free Range'

A BID to swap battery eggs for free range ones in schools, residential homes and park cafes in the Vale of Glamorgan has been blocked - because it would be too expensive. The Vale council currently purchases Lionstamped battery eggs for use by its catering service.

Dementia Week Events

SUNRISE Senior Living will be holding a dementia awareness week. On Monday there will be an open morning between 10am and noon, at the centre in Cyncoed Road, Cyncoed, Cardiff.

Big and Bold

Special Exhibit of Students' Work

TALENTED students showcased their creative side at a free exhibition to highlight Learning Disability Week. Work on show at Penarth's Washington Gallery was used to help demonstrate the skills and talents of the students at Beechwood College in Sully, many of whom are also keen animators and musicians.

Stepping in to Help Our Troops ; Slimming World Members Boost Mum's Shoebox Appeal for Welsh Guards

HELP has been flooding in since the mother of a Welsh Guard fighting in Afghanistan appealed for shoeboxes to send provisions out to the troops. Back in May, the Echo told how Sandra Huish, from Rumney, Cardiff, had run out of shoeboxes to fill with food and toiletries for the 1st Battalion Welsh Guards.

'Michael's Death Like a Bad Movie' ; Legendary Producer Quincy Jones Opens Up Over Tragic Singer at City College

THE record producer known for his work on Michael Jackson's hit albums has spoken of his "conflicted emotions" at the death of his protegee. Quincy Jones was at the Welsh College of Music and Drama, Cardiff, yesterday for a private question and answer session with students in advance of being made a fellow there today. Mr Jones, 76, a father of seven, who has Welsh roots, talked to students for more than an hour and 40 minutes about his long association with Jackson from when the King of Pop ...

Your Stars

Today is all about bringing the unexpected into your life, as close ones reveal how they really feel about a recent change that you have made to your life. Don't get mad though, it's good to get things out into the open. Call now to keep an open mind. Don't fall out with younger faces in your family today. Face the fact that they have their opinions and you have yours, at least allow them to say their piece, after all they have allowed you your freedom, haven't they? Call now for a fresh view.

Police Probe Night-Time Robberies

POLICE have launched an investigation after two men were robbed. The first victim, 27, was punched and had his wallet stolen by two men outside Tesco in Corporation Road, Grangetown, Cardiff, at 11.20pm last Saturday.

Defence Contracts to Secure Jobs - and Save Lives ; South Wales Firm Will Develop Communications Systems for Front-Line Troops

DEFENCE contracts worth pounds 231m have been awarded to a South Wales plant for the further development of a communications system used by the UK armed forces. General Dynamics UK's base in Newbridge will carry out the work on the Bowman tactical communications and data system.

Roddick Is a Major Threat to Murray

ANDY Murray must find a way to shoot down the top gun in tennis if he is to send the nation's hopes soaring by reaching Sunday's Wimbledon final. Murray faces Andy Roddick in today's second semi-final on Centre Court and the British No 1 has been warned by John McEnroe that he had "better be ready".

Miller Vows to Add Speed and Intensity to Devils' Armoury

MATT Miller, Cardiff Devils' new first-line forward, has pledged to add speed and intensity to the Elite League ice hockey team. "Speed is my biggest asset, while I love to shoot the puck," said Canadian Miller, speaking at home in Sioux Lookout, Ontario.

Chalk Poised for Return to Action Which Will Lift Crusaders' Challenge

FORMER Canberra Raiders utility player Marshall Chalk could return to the Celtic Crusaders side tomorrow when they take on Warrington Wolves at the Brewery Field in Bridgend (6pm). If he is declared fit, it will be a welcome break for the Welsh side, who have been without a recognised experienced full-back for a lot of the season.