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Thu, 15 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0100
£50m Abergavenny schools plan 'fantastic' for town's children
PARENTS and teachers in Abergavenny will have a chance soon to have their say on an ambitious £50 million plan for a major shake-up of schools in the town.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:24:25 +0100
Coronavirus: Headlines from Newport, Gwent and rest of Wales
- Throughout the morning and afternoon we'll be highlighting all the big stories surrounding the pandemic today.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:32:00 +0100
ITV weather presenter Ruth Dodsworth ex-husband jailed
A TV weather presenter was stalked by her controlling husband who placed a tracking device on her car to check if she was having an affair.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:10:24 +0100
Cardiff scrambler biker faces dangerous driving trial
A SCRAMBLER bike rider is to go on trial after he pleaded not guilty to dangerous driving and assaulting an emergency worker.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Popular postcodes in Newport and Caerphilly for home buyers
HOMES with Caerphilly postcodes sell faster than homes with Newport postcodes, a study has shown.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0100
Expansion plans for Cwmbran’s Crownbridge School approved
A MAJOR expansion of a special school in Cwmbran has been given the go-ahead after following months of consultation.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Newport distillery hopes its first gin is a winner
A NEWPORT distillery has launched its first limited edition gin.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0100
Greenway Social Club in Griffithstown, Pontypool, to be auctioned
A GWENT social club which closed last year, is up for grabs at auction.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:56:36 +0100
When will Barry Pleasure Park re-open after Wales' lockdown?
FUN lovers will be able to waltzer into Barry Island Pleasure Park soon.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0100
More than 100 affordable homes coming to Abergavenny
A NEW affordable housing development coming to Abergavenny has been supported with £5m funding from Principality.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Look who’s been in court from across Newport and Ebbw Vale
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Engineering centre a 'giant leap forward' for Blaenau Gwent
SETTING up a state-of-the-art engineering centre to support hundreds of students in Ebbw Vale would be a 'giant leap forward' for Blaenau Gwent, say senior councillors.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:59:50 +0100
Keir Starmer in Wales to bolster Labour election campaign
Sir Keir Starmer will come to Wales today as he adds his weight to Welsh Labour’s election campaign. The UK Labour leader will tour a number of constituencies in South Wales, including a visit to a housing development in Gower.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Behind the lens: I love to capture the beauty of things
The South Wales Argus Camera Club has more than 4,300 members and we regularly feature their pictures both in paper and online.

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Plans for demolition of listed building at Caerleon Campus among this week's public notices
This is a round up of the public notices published over the last week in the South Wales Argus:

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:32:13 +0100
Three new Gwent coronavirus cases confirmed - no new deaths
THREE new cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in Gwent today - all in Newport - and there have been no new deaths confirmed in the area.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0100
New Newport 'market' born from pandemic kicks off in style
NEWPORT city centre has marked more than just the return of shoppers and non-essential traders this week.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:25:03 +0100
Teenage drug dealer from Newport had nearly £23k in cocaine
A TEENAGER who was caught with nearly £23,000 in cocaine has been sent to a young offender institution for more than two years.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:10:31 +0100
Child rapist attacked 15-year-old Caerphilly schoolgirl
A CHILD rapist who attacked a 15-year-old schoolgirl on a visit to South Wales has been jailed.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:27:45 +0100
Tornado spotted in Newport at Tiny Rebel Brewing
Brewery workers double-checked their beer goggles when they spotted a tornado blowing up a storm outside their gates in Newport.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:44:32 +0100
Newport boyfriend ‘terrified’ former partner
AN EX-BOYFRIEND has been jailed after he “terrified” his former partner and bombarded her with unwanted WhatsApp messages.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:19:07 +0100
Coronavirus: Latest headlines from across Gwent and Wales
Updates throughout Wednesday, April 14 on the coronavirus situation for Newport, Gwent and the rest of Wales.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0100
The worst streets for crime in Newport, Caerphilly & Gwent
THESE are the areas across Gwent which have seen the highest number of crimes reported in one month.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 19:02:38 +0100
TGI Fridays in Newport and Cardiff to re-open with new menu
TWO Fridays restaurants (formerly TGI Fridays) will re-open in Wales later this month.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 16:45:19 +0100
Five arrested, more than 40 reported for motoring offences in Newport
MORE than 40 drivers were reported for motoring offences - with five arrests made - as part of the latest phase of Operation Utah.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 12:03:01 +0100
Gwent Police name pedestrian killed in Caerphilly crash
A PEDESTRIAN killed in a Gwent crash has been named.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Waterloo Hotel, Newport, is up for sale for £695,000
A NEWPORT hotel is up for sale for almost £700,000.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:22:10 +0100
Barry man aimed 'Clint Eastwood Magnum' gun at police
A DRUNK man who aimed replica guns at armed police in the street and fired one into the air has been jailed.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:02:46 +0100
Tomasz Waga: appeal to locate car in Cardiff murder case
Detectives investigating the murder of Tomasz Waga, have released a photograph of a car they urgently need to find.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 13:48:39 +0100
Wales Covid patients who had few symptoms can help research
PEOPLE who have caught coronavirus and only developed mild or no symptoms have been asked to donate blood as part of ongoing research into the virus.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:33:36 +0100
Covid testing for people in Wales who can't work from home
PEOPLE in Wales who cannot work from home will be able to get coronavirus tests when they are not showing symptoms.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Newport stalker sent ‘extremely offensive’ messages
A STALKER was spared going straight to jail for breaching a restraining order and sending “extremely offensive” messages.

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:00:00 +0100
Alcohol, entertainment licence sought for Chartist Yard in Rogerstone
A CONTAINER-style food courtyard proposal in Rogerstone could soon be granted a licence for alcohol, entertainment, and late-night refreshments.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Look who’s been in court from Newport and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 04:00:00 +0100
Chepstow health food business sprouts during lockdown
A BUSINESS born out of lockdown in Chepstow is proving that good things really do come in small packages.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 20:00:00 +0100
Police appeal for vigilance after Chepstow bike theft
GWENT Police are appealing for information after a bike was stolen in Chepstow at the weekend.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:07:07 +0100
Police and RSPCA investigation as pigeons shot in Cardiff
POLICE and the RSPCA have launched an investigation after birds had been found shot with pellet guns.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 08:00:00 +0100
New Wales Covid jab priority to protect people with weaker immunity
ADULTS in Wales who live with people who are immunosuppressed and have weaker immune systems will be offered a coronavirus vaccine as a priority.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Risca Garden of Rest revamp with help from Morrison's Rogerstone
A WAR memorial in Risca is line for a revamp - with help from a local supermarket.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Chepstow traders question timing of roadworks as shops re-open
TRADERS in Chepstow have questioned the timing of works to make the town more pedestrian friendly, as shops re-opened this week.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:47:17 +0100
This is how to get 20% off McDonald's across UK this week
Anyone fancy a McDonald's?

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:00:00 +0100
Oxford/AstraZeneca: Denmark ends rollout amid blood clot fears
Denmark was the first of several European countries have previously suspended use of the jab over blood clot fears.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 19:09:32 +0100
MasterChef final rescheduled for 8pm tonight after Prince Philip's death
All scheduling was suspended across the BBC to broadcast reaction to the death of Prince Philip.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:19:03 +0100
The Queen's amazing show of strength after Prince Philip's death
The Duke of Edinburgh passed away on Friday, April 9, at the age of 99 sparking a flurry of tributes from around the world.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 14:20:56 +0100
Sainsbury's issue urgent product recall amid Hepatitis A fears
The item has been removed from the Sainsbury’s website and point of sale notices will be displayed in all stores across the UK.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 11:43:43 +0100
Simple mistake could be costing you hundreds in car insurance
Despite lockdown restrictions, the number of drivers with penalty points only fell by 3% annually in March.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 10:02:19 +0100
Aldi issues warning over 30-day delays to Specialbuy products
The 400-metre long Ever Given ship became stuck lengthways across the vital shipping route due to strong winds.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100
Netflix announce third and fourth series of raunchy Bridgerton
The streaming giant has already announced the popular show will return for a second season.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 18:32:25 +0100
EasyJet ‘ramping up’ flights to allow more Brits summer holidays
EasyJet's chief executive Johan Lundgren said he expected most major European destinations to be on the government’s “green list” this summer.

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 17:15:14 +0100
Why Facebook Messenger users have been warned to delete app
Messenger and WhatsApp are both owned by Facebook, two of the most popular messaging apps in the world.



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