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South Wales Argus

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:11:19 +0100
Traffic delays in Newport due to cat in road on M4
Congestion on the M4 in Newport is being blamed on a cat in the road.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0100
South Wales fire crews battle 400 hectares of grass fires
The fire service has dealt with 400 hectares of grass fires across South Wales in just one week.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Bargoed thug battered man days before being jailed for killing girlfriend
A THUG called 999 to say he needed the police “before I go down for murder” and then punched and kicked a man in the head over a £200 debt.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:39:48 +0100
Mark Drakeford and Adam Price to hold press conference
First minister Mark Drakeford and Plaid Cymru leader Adam Price are to hold a joint press conference at 10am this morning.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Argus readers on wearing Covid masks in shops in Wales
OPINIONS are split over the future of Covid masks in Wales, according to our readers.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Two from Newport fined for covid rules breaches
Both appeared before Gwent Magistrates Court earlier this month

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Welsh Government and Plaid launch free school meals plan
The Welsh Government and Plaid Cymru plan for every primary school pupil in Wales to receive free school meals by September 2024.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Trainee / apprentice journalist wanted at South Wales Argus
The South Wales Argus is recruiting a trainee or apprentice community reporter - with candidates from diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Line of Duty stars reveal secret on-set song at reunion event
LINE of Duty’s AC12 squad is well-known for its ability to make bent coppers sing – but the tables were turned at the first reunion of the cast since the show was put on hold.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
First homes sold at former Whiteheads site in Newport
The homes have been sold before they have even been built

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Lambs snapped by the South Wales Argus Camera Club
THIS is the time of year when we see lambs frolicking in fields all across the region.

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
World Cup 2022 draw: when is it, how to watch, and who Wales could face
Wales are one game away from reaching their first World Cup since 1958

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 08:10:19 +0100
Netflix hit Sex Education nominated for five Baftas
Sex Education’s continued success has been recognised at this year’s Baftas.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:11:23 +0100
14-hour wait at The Grange, warns Aneurin Bevan Health Board
THE health board for Gwent has urged people to avoid its emergency department this evening unless their condition is life-threatening.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:06:19 +0100
As it happened: Crash closes A468 Nantgarw Hill in Caerphilly
Gwent Police are on the scene of a crash on Nantgarw Hill (A468) in Caerphilly.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:42:34 +0100
As it happened: M4 Westbound lane closed by Coldra for broken down lorry
A broken down lorry has closed one lane of the M4 Westbound by the Coldra because of a broken down lorry.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:30:00 +0100
Covid testing, social care and care home changes in Wales
FOLLOWING the removal of almost all Covid restrictions in Wales this week, a number of changes have also been announced about testing.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:11:30 +0100
Covid Wales: Figures for Newport, Caerphilly, Blaenau Gwent
Covid infection rates in four of Gwent's council areas are higher than the Wales average.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:19:59 +0100
M4 crash in Newport causing traffic delays
There are long queues of traffic on the M4 eastbound in Newport because of a road incident.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport council business rates relief scheme for city centre
Newport City Council plans to address "the need to improve the look of the town centre and by encouraging empty shops back into use".

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Newport girls with cerebral palsy hopes to get trike
A NEWPORT girl is full of joy after finally finding a bike to allow her to play like other children.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:20:00 +0100
Tredegar ‘ginger jihadi’ issued with Criminal Behaviour Order
A GWENT man previously convicted of offences under the Terrorism Act and nicknamed the “ginger jihadi” has been made the subject of a Criminal Behaviour Order to prevent future offending.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Gwent Police say Nantyglo youths set fires at school site
Broken bicycles and shopping trolllies were scattered among burned items at the old Nantylo Comprehensive School site.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Plans to repair bridge seen in Netflix's Sex Education
PLANS to secure the future of a historic bridge which was seen in Netflix series Sex Education have been lodged with Monmouthshire council.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 14:30:00 +0100
HMO plans for Caerleon Road house in Newport refused
A number of parking concerns were raised

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:15:00 +0100
McDonald's restaurant and drive-through opens in Brynmawr
HERE'S everything you need to know about the new McDonald's.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Estyn inspectors rated these Caerphilly schools 'excellent'
Which primary schools in Caerphilly county borough have received the top inspection grades?

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport man speaks about journey out of spiralling debt
A NEWPORT man has spoken of how he recovered from a spiral of mounting debt thanks to a new campaign.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0100
Nine Mile Point waste plant consultation
RESIDENTS are able to have their say on the latest for the Nine Mile Point Industrial Estate waste facility.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Gwent Police update on 'gunman' arrested in Pill, Newport
GWENT Police have provided an update after a man thought to be carrying a gun was arrested in the Pill area of Newport yesterday (Monday).

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Gwent drugs offences open warrants
THERE are two people currently wanted by Gwent Police after being accused of commiting separate drug-related offences.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Homes to be built on site of Masons Arms pub, Griffithstown
THE site of a former pub in Pontypool is set to be given a new lease of life after plans to build two homes were given the green light by Torfaen council.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Travellers speedily move out of Newport park
TRAVELLERS who set up an unauthorised encampment at Lysaght's Park in Newport have left the area over the weekend.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:37:43 +0100
Look: Roman history uncovered at Five Mile Lane in Barry
LOOK what these archaeologists have uncovered in Barry.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 16:00:00 +0100
BTP statement on Cardiff station officer assault
The force has issued a statement following the man's conviction

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:28:35 +0100
Ambulance service statement on medical emergency on train
The ambulance service has issued a statement

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:00:00 +0100
Licensing application for The Venue, Ebbw Vale
PART of a building previously used to grow cannabis is to be converted into a new convenience store.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 13:56:50 +0100
Meirion Roberts jailed for drink drive death of Lewis Morgan
A drink-driving motorist who was filmed at speeds of 100mph before crashing and killing his friend has been jailed for seven-and-a-half years.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Inside £30k ‘studio apartment’ in Cwmbran
It is one of the cheapest properties on the market in Wales

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Newport residents among the most at-risk of online scams
The study paints a bleak picture for online shoppers in Newport

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Caldicot Trade Sales Ltd fined for selling 'dangerous' Audi Avant Estate
A COMPANY has been fined £1,000 for selling a dodgy car.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Newport residents fined in courts outside Gwent
Newport residents have been fined in courts outside of Gwent for driving offences

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 19:00:00 +0100
New religion education syllabus in Caerphilly County Borough
A NEW religious education syllabus will be introduced in schools across Caerphilly County Borough, with lessons set to be made mandatory.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 12:30:00 +0100
South Wales Police appeal to find missing teenager Suzie-Ann
Suzie-Ann has been missing since Monday and South Wales Police say the Rhydyfelin teenager is known to travel to Gwent.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:54:00 +0100
Three Monmouthshire drivers in court for speeding this week
HERE is a round-up of everyone from Monmouthshire who has been fined for speeding during the past week.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:32:55 +0100
Barclays axes cashback for thousands of current account holders
Money-Saving Expert has warned that Barclay customers should switch to a new bank.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:25:39 +0100
The Queen will attend Prince Philip service in person, Buckingham Palace confirm
The farewell to Philip in St George’s Chapel last April was limited to just 30 people in the midst of the pandemic and mass singing was banned.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 10:04:36 +0100
Boris Johnson branded 'proven liar' as Met Police issue fines over Downing Street parties
The Metropolitan Police said 20 fixed penalty notices will be referred to the ACRO Criminal Records Office.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Line of Duty reunion: Here's how you can aid Martin Compston's Ardgowan Hospice fundraiser
MARTIN Compston has reunited with his Line of Duty co-stars and showrunner in aid of a charity close to his heart – and you can help support that good cause.

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0100
Herefordshire's four-day 'geekfest' is back after four years
A festival focused more on making things than music is making a delayed return to the Herefordshire countryside this June.



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