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Mon, 13 Sep 2021 03:56:00 +0100
Amy Winifred Hawkins - Wales' oldest woman - dies age 110
FOLLOWING the death of Wales' oldest person - aged 110 - her family have paid tribute.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 08:36:00 +0100
Glyn Summers: Hengoed Caerphilly teen's death a decade ago
THERE is one day left on the petition for the Welsh Government to investigate a Caerphilly teenager's death - almost 10 years after it happened.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Newport aim to start winning streak against Northampton
NEWPORT County AFC hope to start a Rodney Parade winning streak against Northampton on Tuesday after good results on the road.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 07:07:53 +0100
Newport, M4 and Gwent traffic news
All the latest traffic and travel news across Newport, Cwmbran, Caerphilly, Monmouth, Chepstow, Ebbw Vale and the rest of Gwent.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 03:58:00 +0100
New arrivals from Pontypool and Cwmbran welcomed
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent. Every Monday on our New Arrivals page we give them a big welcome to the world.If you’ve recently had a baby and would like to share your news with us go to www.southwalesargus.co.uk/new-baby/ and fill i...

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 09:27:44 +0100
Valneva Covid-19 vaccine deal pulled by UK Government
The Government have terminated an agreement with the French company Valneva, who were producing Covid-19 vaccines for them.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 06:49:00 +0100
Rottsky dog & owner to walk 62 miles for Cancer Research UK
A DOG and her pet human are embarking on a paw-some charity challenge.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 07:51:00 +0100
Survivors of sexual violence to exhibit artwork
AN ONLINE art therapy group set up last year to support survivors of sexual violence during the pandemic has been given a chance to exhibit their work.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Blackwood Adventure Stay & Play opens for delighted parents
A NEW stay and play group has opened in the Caerphilly borough– with parents delighted at what is on offer.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Fresher Week 2021 student discounts: KFC, Subway and more
A benefit for students on Freshers Week is all the food and drink discounts you can get.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
7 ways to save more than £1,500 each year working in an office
Financial experts have put together a list of seven ways to save money with the tips potentially saving more than £1500 each year.

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 08:56:05 +0100
Doctor Who actor Tanya Fear missing in California, manager confirms
Doctor Who actorTanya Fear is feared missing in California, her manager has said

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:09:34 +0100
Monmouthshire records lowest new coronavirus cases in Wales
THE latest Covid-19 stats from Public Health Wales show that there have been eight new deaths in Wales.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0100
Caldicot girl waited nine hours for ambulance after fall
A Caldicot girl was left waiting for nine hours after falling from a horse and lacerating her spleen.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:48:34 +0100
Premier League ref leads from the front atTour de Gwent
PREMIER League referee Martin Atkinson was first out of the blocks when he cycled across the start line to start the Whitehead Tour de Gwent in Caerleon today.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0100
Pub plans for RBS bank in Newport
The RBS bank in Newport city centre has stood empty for over three years

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 13:17:34 +0100
Small anti-vax protest on busy Newport roundabout
A SMALL group of protestors have positioned themselves on a busy Newport roundabout to voice concerns about plans for so-called vaccine passports.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Usk woman turns to photography to help her cope with PTSD
AN USK woman has spoken of how taking up photography has helped her cope with her post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:23:11 +0100
Queen and PM lead tributes to ‘extraordinarily fabulous’ Emma Raducanu
THE Queen and Prime Minister have led tributes to “extraordinarily fabulous” teenage tennis champion Emma Raducanu.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Blackwood drug dealer who sold ketamine and cocaine jailed
A BLACKWOOD drug dealer has been jailed for more than three and a half years.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0100
The 5 dogs looking for forever homes at Many Tears Animal Rescue
Here is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Monmouthshire quarry an area of concern for cliff jumpers
Cliff jumpers should be wary of a location in Monmouthshire, which has been listed as an area of 'serious concern'

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 15:18:01 +0100
Burnt out vehicles found near Brynfarm Estate in Brynmawr
TWO burnt out vehicles have been discovered in Blaenau Gwent.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 13:52:43 +0100
Flintshire coach leads congratulations as Emma Raducanu clinches historic US Open triumph
EMMA Raducanu vowed to keep her free-swinging and carefree approach to tennis after pulling off one of the great sporting feats with victory at the US Open.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
Oakdale Comprehensive School site set for new houses
CAERPHILLY County Borough Council are considering building houses on the site of a former school – and residents are not happy.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 06:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Caerphilly, Caldicot and Tredegar
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Monmouth to host free festival to highlight climate change
MONMOUTH will host its very first climate change festival later this month.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
Using Blaenau Gwent libraries as community hubs 'is working'
USING libraries as centres to access council services is working, according to councillors.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 11:11:30 +0100
Government scraps plans to introduce vaccine passports for crowded events
Sajid Javid has said the Government “will not be going ahead” with plans for vaccine passports in order to gain access to nightclubs and other crowded events.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Severn Princess ferry restoration work progressing
PROGRESS in the restoration of a piece of Severn Estuary history has been facilitated by a national business organisation.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
My Newport: 'I like the new things happening in the city'
We've been asking our readers what they like about living in Gwent.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Show your appreciation for pandemic’s ‘unsung heroes’
Hard-working family doctors deserve to be given a pat on the back by having their GP practices entered in the South Wales Argus Health & Care Awards, says the winner of the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ accolade in 2020.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 08:00:00 +0100
Let's go for a walk: the Lancaut Peninsular
Discover the Lancaut Peninsular

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Sir Edward Heath and more in book by 93-year-old woman
A WOMAN from Penarth, 93, has written about her eventful life - including living through the Second World War and working with Sir Edward Heath.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Homeless brought to court hundreds of times in South Wales
The Vagrancy Act criminalises begging and rough sleeping. Figures show it was used to bring people to court hundreds of times in South Wales.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Old football clubs from Monmouthshire
THIS week we delved into the archives and found photographs of grassroots football clubs from Monmouthshire. The pictures include young players in the under-10s teams, first division players and Thursday club members. Can you spot your face in any of...

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 20:00:00 +0100
An imaginative new idea to tackle dog fouling in Powys town
RHAYADER Town Council have come up with an innovative new way to tackle the issue of dog fouling in the town.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0100
Tesco, Sainsbury's and Aldi issue health warning over items
If you have bought any of the items mentioned below, you need to be aware of these possible health risks.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
6 household items that will keep spiders out of your home
The early autumn months are not exactly a great time for those scared of spiders, as mating season for the critters commences.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100
HMRC issue urgent scam warning to anyone starting university
Ahead of the new University term students are being warned about HMRC scams.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 18:00:00 +0100
Amazon Prime to document Justin Bieber show - how to watch
Justin Bieber has announced a new documentary set to launch on Amazon Prime Video next month.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 19:57:47 +0100
Drivers move barriers by sinkhole on Cromwell Road Newport
A COUNCILLOR has condemned drivers moving barriers to drive down a road with a growing sinkhole.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 17:19:35 +0100
Man assaulted in Park View in Bargoed - police investigate
TWO arrests have been made after a 44-year-old was hospitalised following an alleged assault.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
Usk Show 2021: crowds flock to show's return
THE Usk Show made its return to the agricultural calendar today with even the sun making an appearance after a few days of unsettled weather.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 14:00:00 +0100
Powys brothers spotted fishing illegally are reeled in
TWO brothers from Powys have been found guilty of illegal fishing charges after they were spotted by a local angler.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0100
9/11: Your memories from 20 years ago
TODAY is the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks in New York.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 06:30:00 +0100
Michael Flynn: Newport's defending was awful at Harrogate
NEWPORT County AFC manager Michael Flynn was happy with a hard-earned point at League Two leaders Harrogate – but fired a warning to his defence.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 07:00:00 +0100
Wales lock Will Rowlands: I'll hit another level at Dragons
WALES lock Will Rowlands has vowed to go to another level as he prepares to make his first Dragons outing against his former Wasps teammates.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 04:00:00 +0100
9/11 attacks 20 years on: How it was covered at the time
On September 11, 2001, the world as we then knew it changed forever.

Sat, 11 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0100
In pictures: How we marked 9/11
TODAY marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11 attacks in America.



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