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Blue plaque unveiled at Newport community building in memory of woman who helped saved it

A blue plaque has been unveiled on a community building in Newport, in memory of the woman who helped save it 40 years ago.

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To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the opening of Cosy Hall for the Newport community, a blue plaque has been installed on the building. As well as noting the history of the building, the plaque pays hommage to the community champion - Sue Miles.

To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the opening of Cosy Hall for the Newport community, a blue plaque has been installed on the building. 

As well as noting the history of the building, the plaque pays homage to community champion - Susan Miles MBE.

Sue, who was 75 when she died last year, was awarded the MBE in the Queen's Birthday Honours in 2006 for her services to the community.