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South Wales Argus

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Blaina paedophile jailed after abusing girl in Cwmbran
A PAEDOPHILE has been jailed after he was found guilty by a jury of sexually abusing a young girl.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Gwent Police staff still working after domestic abuse allegations
A NUMBER of Gwent Police staff are still working for the force after being accused of domestic abuse.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Geek Retreat café opens as a gaming hub in Newport
A NEW hub for board games, comics and tabletop gaming has opened in Newport.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 07:38:51 +0100
Police appeal after Caerphilly 'dog bite' incident
Police are urging anyone with information to come forward

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Five new arrivals say hello world
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Newport man with Asperger’s Syndrome gets dream RAF job
AN INSPIRING 21-year-old from Newport has been recognised after securing his dream role in the Royal Air Force.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Newport's Maindee area to get five new green walking routes
Maindee to get five new green walking routes

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Chef Read wins best caterer at Best of Welsh Business Awards
A NEWPORT chef has been voted the best caterer in Wales.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran man breached restraining order, finds court
A CWMBRAN man has been found guilty of breaching a restraining order.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Abertillery and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates' Court.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0100
Library of Things opens in first for Monmouthshire
A LIBRARY of things has opened in Monmouthshire today in a first for the region.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:03:21 +0100
Cartwright & Butler launches indulgent cheese-based Easter hamper - How to get yours
Cartwright & Butler has launched a new indulgent hamper in time for Easter - and it has a cheesy twist.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 09:59:00 +0100
Welsh Business Heroes: Scott James of Coaltown Coffee
With two new cafes opening this year and plans to expand his coffee empire outside Wales for the first time in 2023, business is certainly booming for master roaster Scott James.

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Scientist explains why some people don't catch Covid
Some people's innate immune signature helps them to avoid catching Covid

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
M4, M48 and A48 road closures around Newport, Cardiff and Swansea this week
Overnight closures will impact various parts of the motorway around Newport, Cardiff and Swansea.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 19:10:22 +0100
Gavin and Stacey's Ruth Jones opens Barry dementia facility
ONE of Barry’s most recognisable stars came to show their support for the opening of a new dementia support building in the town.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:15:11 +0100
As it happened: Crash reports on A466 near Chepstow
Traffic is building on the A466 following reports of a crash at the Larkfield roundabout in Chepstow

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:43:14 +0100
900 homes without power after Newport sub station fire
A FIRE at an electrical sub station in Newport left 900 homes without power on Saturday evening, April 2.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Volunteers clear fly-tipping at The British in Torfaen
FLY-TIPPING at The British has been branded “shameful” by volunteers.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:55:18 +0100
Crash closes A466 in Chepstow
A CRASH closed a busy Gwent road for two hours on Sunday afternoon, April 3.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:15:00 +0100
Watch: Fire engulfs electric sub station
THIS was the moment a fire engulfed an electric sub station in Newport that cut off power in 900 homes on Saturday evening, April 2.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Blackwood Market Blaenavon Pontypool unsolved murders
UNSOLVED mysteries and stories of crime tend to grip the imaginations of people across the UK.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
How Newport has changed over the years – in pictures
It is certainly a sight to see

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Newport house prices fall but rest of Gwent see increase
HOUSE prices in Gwent have risen from December 2021 to January 2022 - apart from in Newport.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Newport couple spend time helping Ukrainian refugees in Poland
A NEWPORT woman with family in southern Poland has recently returned from the south of the country after travelling out to help the refugee relief effort.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Duffryn Community Link keep Newport woodland clear of flytipping
Volunteers have spent years transforming Rabbit Hill woodland from a fly-tip to an enjoyable natural space, but are still battling antisocial behaviour and excessive littering.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Armed police swooped on Undy thug brandishing meat cleaver
ARMED police raced to stop a thug armed with a meat cleaver and kitchen knife who made threats to stab a man in the neck.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Look: Inside £800k Monmouthshire Victorian villa for sale
There is a lot to like, both inside and out

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Five dogs looking for homes from Many Tears Animal Rescue
Here is a selection of dogs from Many Tears Animal Rescue which are looking for their forever homes.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Twenty years since the discovery of the Newport Ship
IT is almost 20 years since the remains of the Newport Ship - which dates back to the 15th century - were found during building work on the Riverfront Theatre.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Seven motorists from Torfaen appear in court for speeding
HERE is a round-up of everyone from Torfaen who has been fined for speeding during the past week.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Strange items found on Facebook Marketplace
Find out how deep the rabbit hole goes with some of the oddest things found on Facebook Marketplace

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100
In pictures: When rainbows adorned windows in lockdown
TWO years ago, when we went into the first lockdown and when everyone didn't know what to expect from the new virus, the Argus highlighted how children and their families were trying to spread some positivity during the coronavirus pandemic by creati...

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Community arts space plans for Newport city centre
If approved, the premises would be brought back into use

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Every picture tells a story: Victoria Smith
THE South Wales Argus Camera Club has 4,600-plus members and we’ve been asking them to pick five photographs which tell a story for them.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Book Devils in the Details on Newport architecture
A Newport artist has published a book highlighting some of the fantastic architecture which can be seen if you look closely at the buildings in the city.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Brynmawr and Blackwood
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Newport Symphony Orchestra to play ICC Wales film concert
From Jurassic Park to Phantom of the Opera, there's something for everyone in the City of Newport Symphony Orchestra's concert at the ICC Wales.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Instafans: Meet the man who loves food
We are on the search for Gwent's Instagram fans.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Newport drivers wanted for Monte Carlo or Bust rally 2022
A PAIR of petrolheads from Newport are preparing to become real life Wacky Racers for this summer's Monte Carlo or Bust Rally and are encouraging like-minded thrill seekers to join them.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Law firm donated much-needed laptops to youth centre
NEWPORT-BASED Convey Law has donated 12 much-needed laptops to a Monmouthshire youth centre to help young people who do not have access to a computer at home.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100
The Hub cafe in Cwmbran opens
A new cafe called The Hub attached to Aspris College South Wales in Cwmbran has opened for business.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Paul Fosh has to pull out of Arctic challenge with Covid
EXTREME adventurer Paul Fosh is kicking his heels back in Monmouthshire after being struck down with covid during his epic Lapland ultra attempt.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Harry Potter location tops Which? best British walks list
Discover the best British walks according to the Which? survey, including the Harry Potter filming location taking the top spot.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Survey reveals the perfect full English breakfast
A survey has revealed the perfect full English breakfast leaving out two classic ingredients.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Everything leaving Netflix UK in April 2022
As usual there will be a number of shows and films leaving Netflix in April this month.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0100
How to get a car-wash quality clean at home
The order of each step is really important in the car wash process.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Morrisons launches deals on meat, fish and wine for Easter Sunday lunch
Morrisons has some special offers and top products available for an Easter Sunday lunch.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Family friendly properties abroad in Spain, Greece and more for Easter from Vrbo
Treat the family this Easter with a bargain break away at one of the Vrbo properties.

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Try these luxury Easter egg treats from Cutter & Squidge
If you're looking for some special Easter treats, you can get these delights from Cutter & Squidge delivered to your home.



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