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South Wales Argus

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:00:55 +0000
Live updates of the Ryan O'Connor murder trial in Newport
Live updates from the trial of five young men who are on trial accused of the murder of Newport dad Ryan O’Connor.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Dangerous driver Gareth Hall police chase video in Cwmbran
Gareth Hall sped through a red light at 70mph and swerved the wrong way around roundabouts to evade police.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 07:16:21 +0000
Live traffic updates for the M4 motorway, Newport and Gwent
Follow along live throughout the morning for all of the latest on the roads across our area

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Laurie Jones: Highway improvement on the B4251
THE grandfather of a 23-year-old nurse who died after crashing off a Gwent road in 2019 has said planned safety improvements do not go far enough.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Care Forum Wales want all care staff to receive £1,000 bonus
A SOCIAL care leader wants assurance that all those in the care sector in Wales will receive a £1,000 bonus payment.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Newport MP asks Boris Johnson to resign after 'careless' comments
NEWPORT West MP Ruth Jones has called on Boris Johnson to resign after she blamed him for leader of the opposition Keir Starmer being mobbed.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
A big hello to Gwent's newest arrivals
HERE is this week’s selection of babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Smacking ban in Wales: What you need to know
Anyone who physically punishes a child in Wales after March 21 could be prosecuted for assault.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Risca and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Day centre supporting cancer patients opens in Pontypool
A DAY centre offering support for people with cancer and other life-limiting illnesses has opened in Pontypool.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:30:00 +0000
Who won the Super Bowl last night? Watch Super Bowl halftime show
50 Cent joined the all-star line-up of the show, which also included Eminem, Mary J Blige and Kendrick Lamar.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:30:00 +0000
Ghostbusters director Ivan Reitman dies aged 75
The Hollywood legend was most known for his 1980's hits including Ghostbusters and National Lampoon’s Animal House.

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Ryan Haynes: Newport County must be mean against Mansfield
RYAN Haynes says Newport County AFC can’t afford to dwell on their defensive shortcomings after dropping two points against Oldham Athletic.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 17:32:44 +0000
River Usk flood alert for Newport and Monmouthshire
The entire region has been placed on alert

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:29:41 +0000
Latest Covid update for Gwent from Public Health Wales
JUST under 1,500 new cases and further death have been recorded across Wales in the latest Public Health Wales figures.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Newport house prices rocketed in these neighbourhoods
In some neighbourhoods, median house prices rose by £40,000 in the past year.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 13:00:36 +0000
Llanbradach bridge strike causes Caerphilly train delays
A number of trains have been cancelled

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Inside house for sale on Newport’s most expensive street
The house is located on what has been described as the most expensive street in Newport

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
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, 13 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport picture quiz: Can you guess the city locations?
How much attention have you been paying to the little details in Newport?

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Torfaen driver with no licence or insurance in court
THREE motorists from Torfaen have had their cases heard in courts across England and Wales recently.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 09:43:20 +0000
Tribute to Jack Thomas at Wales v Scotland in Six Nations
A GWENT teenager who died suddenly after suffering an undiagnosed heart condition while watching Wales was remembered at the Principality Stadium this weekend.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Tourism in Blaenau Gwent: 'It's more than just Aneurin Bevan'
BLAENAU Gwent is about more than just Aneurin Bevan, a councillor has said.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Newport man Craig Williams jailed for assault and car damage
Craig Williams, from Newport, then chased his victim with a broken vodka bottle and smashed up her car.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Pontypool and Abergavenny
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Silent Valley: Auditor General quizzed on council link
WHY did issues of governance and oversight between a council and a waste services contractor “fly under the radar” for so many years, a councillor has asked.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
New four-bedroom HMO in Pontllanfraith approved
A HOUSE of Multiple Occupancy (HMO) that will accommodate young people has been approved by Caerphilly County Borough Council’s planning committee.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
In pictures: The South Wales Argus in days gone by
THE world has changed dramatically since the 1980s - and the Argus is no different.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 20:00:00 +0000
The Celyn, Wales' new currency set to launch this year
Wales will have its very own currency this year - this is how it will work

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Nostalgia: John Perkins at Pontymoile Primary School
THIS picture shows when former Wales rugby star John Perkins visited Pontymoile Primary School for a tea party and presented youngsters with sports awards.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
When do the clocks go forward UK? Exact date clocks change in 2022
Here is everything you need to know about the UK clock changes in 2022.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Ryanair reveals top 5 destinations for summer 2022
Ryanair has revealed its top five destinations for this summer.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Cheaper energy bills: Which? reveals how to save more than £3,000
Further pressure has been piled on families after Ofgem announced a 54% increase in the energy price cap last week. 

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Bird spotting: best bird food to attract wildlife to UK gardens in nesting season
Robins, Bramblings and Goldfinches are among the birds commonly seen at this time of year.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Valentine's Day 2022: Book a weekend getaway as most romantic UK cities revealed
Book a getaway this Valentine's Day with the UK's most romantic cities revealed.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
BBC Eastenders actor Scott Maslen is married to a very famous music star
The actor is best known for his portrayal as DS Phil Hunter in ITV's The Bill and Jack Branning on the BBC's flagship soap EastEnders.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:17:06 +0000
Wales boss hails Dan Biggar after Scotland win
Wales boss Wayne Pivac hailed captain Dan Biggar as "someone who fights for every last inch" after he defied injury and inspired a Guinness Six Nations title revival.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Super Bowl 2022 UK time: How to watch Cinncinatti Bengals V Los Angeles Rams
The Cinncinatti Bengals will take on the Los Angeles Rams in the pinnacle of American Football.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
B&Q, Argos, The Range, Wayfair: Where you can buy an egg chair for Summer
If you're looking for some garden furniture inspiration or need a cosy chair for a conservatory, egg chairs are the way to go.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Red Baywatch swimsuit dupes like in Disney+ Pam and Tommy from ASOS, Boohoo and more
Lily James has stunned as Pamela Anderson in Hulu's Pam and Tommy. Here's how you can recreate the iconic Baywatch look

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport picture quiz answers: Did you guess city locations?
How much attention have you been paying to the little details in Newport?

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 19:43:36 +0000
Dancing On Ice fans beg for Stephen Mulhern to return
Last week Stephen Mulhern stepped in for Dancing On Ice co-host Phillip Schofield. This week, fans just want him back.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 17:33:28 +0000
What does BP mean on Six Nations scoreboard?
You’re watching a Six Nations game and all of a sudden, BP appears above the scoreboard graphic – but what does it mean?

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 14:55:41 +0000
Highest points scorer in Six Nations and other random facts
Discover top Six Nations facts and figures to impress your mates with.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 03:50:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What’s in the middle aisles from Sunday February 13
The “aisle of dreams” in Aldi and Lidl is popular with shoppers keen to find a bargain on anything from gardening tools to clothing - find out what's on from February 13.

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Aldi is selling sought after garden furniture in time for Spring
As we plough through February wind, rain and snow, we can only hope that warmer Spring days aren’t far away.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 17:08:57 +0000
Newport County scrape late draw against struggling Oldham
NEWPORT County AFC scored at the death to scrape a 3-3 draw against Oldham Athletic at Rodney Parade in League Two

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 16:23:25 +0000
Family of Newport man Mouayed Bashir on campaign for answers
THE BROTHER of a man who died hours after being arrested at his home in Newport last year said his family will continue to campaign to find out why he died.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 10:47:38 +0000
Tributes paid after Tredegar boy dies aged 3 after M4 crash
TRIBUTES have been paid to “two angels” after a three-year-old boy has died following an already fatal crash on the M4 last week.

Sat, 12 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Our City: The people and places making a difference in Alway
IT is fair to say that Alway is quite often spoke of dismissively around Newport as a troubled area of the city.



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