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Sat, 19 Feb 2022 09:45:17 +0000
Ebbw Vale Cardiff Crosskeys Risca Newbridge trains cancelled
A NUMBER of trains have been cancelled on a Gwent line.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 09:03:43 +0000
Newport and Gwent weather updates live after Storm Eunice hit
Yesterday, Gwent and Wales were hit by Storm Eunice with high winds, rain and even a brief bit of snow. Today we have a yellow weather warning for wind in place between 6am and 6pm. Here we bring you all the updates relating to the clean-up from Stor...

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
The Newport boxing club packing punches on the national stage
TUCKED away down the narrow Poplar Street in Somerton, is the Hope Community Centre.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
The cheapest places to live in Newport and Gwent
A new tool from Property Solver has found the cheapest places to live in Newport, Caerphilly, Torfaen, Blaenau Gwent and Monmouthshire.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Newport Castle: who owned it and the links to War of the Roses
ONE of the central pieces in Newport is the remains of Newport Castle – but what is known about the castle’s owners during its long history?

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Look: New coffee shop to use earnings to fund food pantry
A NEW coffee shop which aims to be the first of its kind to put all its earnings into funding a food pantry for those in need will be opening later this week.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Abertillery drummer ups sticks after neighbours complain about noise
THERE were serious repercussions for a Gwent musician who continued to play his drums after his neighbours had complained to the council about the loud noise.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Silent Valley: Blaenau Gwent council to take back control
IT HAS been revealed that Blaenau Gwent will take back control of Silent Valley waste services – and the company will then be wound up.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Channel 4 Countdown 'paedo' winner jailed for child sex offences
A FORMER Countdown winner pictured with a selection of letters that spell out ‘Paedo’ has been jailed after discussing the rape and murder of a young child.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Royal Mail, Hermes and Amazon: UK parcel firms ranked from best to worst
The best and worst parcel delivery services in the UK have been revealed in a new poll.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Aston Villa's Finn Azaz doing 'ugly stuff' at Newport County
CREATIVE midfielder Finn Azaz will be happy to do the dirty work when Newport County AFC take on League Two promotion rivals Mansfield this afternoon.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Red Letter Days reveals Mothers Day guide with Hot Air Balloon rides and Afternoon Tea
Red Letter Days has revealed its Mother's Day guide to help you really blow her away this year. See our top picks here.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Dragons tighthead Chris Coleman loving breakthrough season
HE might not feature at the top of a Google search but Chris Coleman is quietly making a name for himself at the Dragons.

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Tesco, IKEA, Aldi and more issue 'do not eat' warning amid health concerns - full list
Food allergies, incorrect packaging and choking hazards are among the reasons behind a number of product recalls.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 19:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice impact in Newport, on M4, Caerphilly and Gwent
STORM Eunice wreaked havoc across Gwent today (Friday, February 18).

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:02:54 +0000
Storm Eunice Live: Updates across Newport and South Wales
This is what happened when Storm Eunice came to South Wales on Friday (February 18).

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000
Storm Eunice winds damage Newport house roofs
Storm Eunice caused widespread disruption and damage when it struck Newport and South Wales on Friday.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:52:23 +0000
Two new Covid-19 deaths recorded in Gwent
TWO new deaths linked to Covid-19 have been reported in Gwent, according to the latest Public Health Wales figures.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
How much Newport council have spent on Bassaleg Bridge
A recent FOI request revealed how much Newport council spent on the partially closed bridge in the second half of last year

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 19:15:00 +0000
Storm Eunice in Gwent: when will my bins be collected?
WASTE and recycling collections in Gwent were put on hold today - find out when yours will be collected.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice wind damage causes fallen tree in Newport
Winds of up to 90mph were expected as Storm Eunice battered South Wales on Friday.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:30:00 +0000
This is when Storm Eunice is set to pass Newport and Gwent
There has been significant disruption

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: 90 mile diversion as Severn Bridges remain closed
BOTH Severn Bridges remain closed due to Storm Eunice - there is a 90-mile diversion in place.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:30:00 +0000
Storm Eunice damage: Tree falls down in nursery playground
The tree is one of a number of victims of the storm

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 13:30:00 +0000
Storm Eunice drivers 'abuse' Severn Bridge traffic staff
Both Severn bridges have been closed while a red weather warning is in force for Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
What are the Covid rules in Wales and when will they end?
COVID restrictions in Wales have been eased once more with the scrapping of Covid Passes announced last night.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: Almost 1,500 homes in Gwent without power
ALMOST 1,500 homes across the Gwent region are currently without power, following the extreme conditions brought about by Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:08:23 +0000
Storm Eunice: Power cuts in Newport and South Wales
The Met Office has issued a red weather warning for the region, with gusts of up to 90mph expected.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:15:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: Newport's Caerleon Road bricks damage van
A NEWPORT van driver had a lucky miss after Storm Eunice destroyed the van.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:30:00 +0000
Pictures of the aftermath of Storm Eunice in Gwent
GWENT was battered by strong winds and extreme weather - even including some snow - as Storm Eunice hit on Friday.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice disruption to Parkrun in Newport and Gwent
The severe bad weather has caused some disruption to Parkrun events in Newport and across South East Wales.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Plan to demolish Pit Stop café in Bedwas for flats
A WELL-KNOWN former café in Bedwas could be demolished and replaced with flats.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Monmouthshire residents in court in Cardiff and Oxford
THREE Monmouthshire residents have appeared in Magistrates' Courts outside of the Gwent region recently.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice rips off roof of Deri Library on Bailey Street
A LIBRARY has fallen victim to Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: When buses and trains are set to resume in Newport
Storm Eunice has severely disrupted train and bus travel across the region

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:30:00 +0000
Storm Eunice damage: Roof tiles ripped off family home
A PARENT has told of her family’s fright after Storm Eunice ripped off parts of the roof at their home in Risca.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Gwent Police council tax precept rising in April 2022
THE amount people pay in council tax towards policing in Gwent will increase by more than £15 in the next financial year, it has been confirmed.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 14:00:00 +0000
South Wales Argus Schools & Education Awards: Finalists
Judges in the South Wales Argus Schools & Education Awards 2021/22, held in association with Cardiff Metropolitan University, say they were humbled by the nominations sent in by readers and had a tough job choosing the finalists.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:00:54 +0000
Storm Eunice: Eden Gate, Newport, opens at 5am
NEWPORT shelter Eden Gate opened at 5am today to help those in need during Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 09:00:00 +0000
Cwmbran man fined more than £200 for speeding in Cardiff
THERE was only one motorist from Torfaen who has been fined for speeding during the past week - February 7-15.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Concerns over bin collections in Blaenau Gwent
ASSURANCES that black bin collections in Blaenau Gwent will not move to once every four weeks have been given by council leaders.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Llanhilleth and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Chepstow bookshop makes national award shortlist
CHEPSTOW'S bookshop has been listed among the Welsh finalists for the 2022 Independent Bookshop of the Year Award.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 17:00:00 +0000
Boom boom: Basil Brush is coming to Monmouth
BASIL Brush is coming to Monmouth as part of a nationwide tour.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 10:00:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: What is a Sting Jet amid Met Office warning
The so-called Great Storm in October 1987, which claimed 18 lives, is the most famous example of a sting jet forming, the forecaster said.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:15:00 +0000
Storm Eunice: Met Office, National Highways and RAC issue urgent warning to drivers
Certain motorists will be “particular high risk” when travelling in severe conditions amid Storm Eunice.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Caldicot youth centre revamp gets the green light
PLANS for an upgrade of a Caldicot youth centre have been approved by Monmouthshire council.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 04:00:00 +0000
National Trust to plant oak trees at Tredegar House
THE National Trust has unveiled a series of projects to restore Enlightenment-era, tree-lined avenues at some of its stately homes - including Newport's Tredegar House.

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 21:00:00 +0000
Vale takeaway app challenging Just Eat, Uber Eats and Deliveroo
Vale of Glamorgan Eats are a takeaway app set to prove the giants of the industry charge too much.



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