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Sun, 29 May 2022 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, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Carl Bevan of the 60ft Dolls on his latest Newport paintings
Launching his latest selection of Newport-inspired paintings, the drummer for Newport 90s rockers 60ft Dolls, says that lockdown changed his life.

Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Two Gwent train dodgers hit with fines
Both pleaded guilty to travelling with intent to avoid payment

Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Cost of living crisis: prices of everyday food items rising?
AS THE cost of living crisis begins to bite, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) are launching a study into the increase in price of various everyday food and drink items.

Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Blaina, Caerphilly and Cwmbran
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Council election 2022: What do councillors actually do?
THE council elections are over and those elected have taken their positions. But what do city and county borough councillors actually do?

Sun, 29 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Walking in the shadow of Wordsworth
Walking in the shadow of Wordsworth

Sun, 29 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
National Biscuit Day: UK’s top 10 favourite biscuits revealed
The UK is a nation of biscuit lovers and this Sunday, May 29 is National Biscuit Day.

Sat, 28 May 2022 13:14:00 +0100
Traffic: Ed Sheeran and My Chemical Romance in Cardiff delays
There are long queues on the M4 heading towards Cardiff. This is ahead of two major events in the capital this evening - Ed Sheeran is performing at the Principality Stadium, and My Chemical Romance are playing Sophia Gardens. It is also the start of...

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Retired paramedic helps stroke victim during three-hour wait
A WOMAN who suffered a stroke while having a meal in a Cardiff restaurant had to wait three hours for an ambulance - despite a retired paramedic being present.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Rugby fan, nine, raises £22,000 for Cystic Fibrosis Trust
A nine-year-old Caerleon schoolboy, who has cystic fibrosis, has helped raise £22,000 for charity after helping his dad organise a Legends of Rugby charity event.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Gwent soldier supports Newport Veterans Hub after Jubilee song
A FORMER soldier from Caerphilly has showed his support for a Newport veterans group following the release of his band’s song for the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Royal Gwent Hospital improvement work set to start
The work is set to start next month

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Police were hunting for Caerphilly drug dealer named Buddha
POLICE caught a drug dealer after they were given a lead that they should be looking for a man who was nicknamed Buddha.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Does the Queen own a beach near you?
If you’re planning to spend a day soaking in the sun at the seaside, you could be sunbathing on property owned by royalty.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Peter Fox calls for more Section 106 builder laws in Wales
Peter Fox has called for tighter regulation of 'Section 106' agreements between housebuilders and councils in Wales.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Calls to reopen town’s public toilets
White Horse Lane toilets, in Abergavenny town centre, were closed by Monmouthshire County Council in March 2020.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
High Street Fitness in Pontypool won at Welsh Fitness Awards
PONTYPOOL gym High Street Fitness has stressed the importance of positive mental health as well as physical health after success at the Welsh Fitness Awards.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
LGBTQI+ Pride in Port launch event at Newport Market
A FREE launch event at Newport Market will give people the opportunity to find out more about Pride in the Port.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Newport man admits strangling partner while she slept
A NEWPORT man has avoided jail after attacking his now-former partner as she slept.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Blackwood
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Older people in Wales need long-term help with fuel bills
OLDER people in Wales face "crippling anxiety" over their fuel bills unless immediate support is provided by Westminster.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
All Creatures Great and Small: Scrappy needs a home
COULD you give a home to Scrappy, a male Jack Russel-pug cross, who is currently being looked after at All Creatures Great and Small Animal Sanctuary near Ponthir?

Sat, 28 May 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Banksy rumours: What did it mean for Pembroke Dock town council
THERE’S a serious side to the allegations laid this week that a Pembroke Dock town councillor is supposedly the graffiti artist Banksy.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pictures: When a couple got married in an inflatable church
WHEN delving through our picture archives you come across all sorts of images.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
The Newport library that inspired a huge Welsh rock hit
“LIBRARIES gave us power” – the iconic opening lyric to the Manic Street Preachers’ 1996 hit, A Design for Life.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
New men’s talking group in Abergavenny with Andy’s Man Club
The Mindstep Foundation has been working closely with nationwide men’s mental health charity ‘Andy’s Man Club’ to set up a new talking group for men in Abergavenny which has now officially opened its doors.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Meet Newport City Council's first Green Party councillor
NEWPORT City Council now has its first Green Party councillor following the council elections earlier this month,

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Huge drop in number of flying insects in Gwent
Across the UK as a whole, flying insects declined by a 60 per cent between 2004 and 2021.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Penarth man completes US longest trial race for charity
Scott Jenkins finished an incredible 36th out of 239 runners who took part in the Cocodona 250 in Arizona state.

Sat, 28 May 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Ruperra Castle's new artistic vision
A SOCIETY is calling for the local community to help with their artistic vision for a ruined castle in Caerphilly.

Sat, 28 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Pictures: Meet Argus Camera Club member Alison James
The South Wales Argus Camera Club has 4,700-plus members and we’ve been asking them to pick five photographs which tell a story for them.

Sat, 28 May 2022 18:00:00 +0100
Cardiff Council vehicles pictured blocking cycle lanes
A council said it is looking into incidents of some of its own vehicles blocking cycle lanes in Cardiff.

Sat, 28 May 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Watch: First peek inside revamped Hay Castle
A CASTLE on the Herefordshire border has been undergoing renovations for the last decade and we have been given a sneak peek at how it is going.

Sat, 28 May 2022 06:00:00 +0100
UK hepatitis cases: 222 children now affected
A further 20 cases have been confirmed. Read more:

Sat, 28 May 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Signs and symptoms of dementia: 3 food craving that could be a sign
Experts at Alzheimer's UK have urged people to keep an eye out for signs and symptoms highlighting food choices as a key indicator.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday May 29
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, May 29.

Sat, 28 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Channel 4 Gogglebox fans devastated as Marcus and Mica share 'we're done' announcement
Marcus Luther appears alongside his partner Mica Ven and the pair have become favourites among viewers.

Sat, 28 May 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Dunelm launches biggest ever summer sale with up to 50 per cent off
Running from today until June 25, shoppers have a month to get all their favourite summer pieces.

Sat, 28 May 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Vrbo reveals 2022’s holiday homes of the year – see where to go for your next trip
Family holiday rental company, Vrbo, has released its list of Holiday Homes of the year for the very first time.

Sat, 28 May 2022 17:00:00 +0100
Gymshark launches sale with up to 60 percent off selected lines
Gymshark has launched a sale on its website with up to 60% off selected lines.

Sat, 28 May 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Aldi's Platinum Jubilee bubbly range had us on cloud wine - Try it for yourself
We tried Aldi's Platinum Jubilee bubbly range and it put us on cloud wine. How to try it for yoruself.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
Helen's Homebakes goes up for sale
A small business with an impeccable reputation, Helen’s Homebakes has been the go-to place for customers to revel in luxurious and delicious homemade cakes and pastries at fabulous prices.

Sat, 28 May 2022 05:00:00 +0100
It’s an exciting time to join the Monmouthshire Building Society
Considering a career change? Why not look at the Monmouthshire Building Society.

Fri, 27 May 2022 17:22:45 +0100
Live: Crash on A4042 at The Secret Garden
THERE has been a crash on the A4042 with emergency services at the scene - we will keep our readers updated.

Fri, 27 May 2022 21:08:31 +0100
Newport man charged with murder after death of Mari O’Flynn
THE MAN has been charged following the death of 79-year-old Mari O'Flynn.

Fri, 27 May 2022 13:47:43 +0100
Ed Sheeran Cardiff concert causing M4 Newport traffic delays
Long traffic delays on the M4 heading west towards Cardiff, where tonight Ed Sheeran plays his second concert at the Principality Stadium.

Fri, 27 May 2022 13:30:00 +0100
Man in court after being charged over Pontypool dad’s death
A MAN has appeared in court after being charged over an “amazing” father’s death.

Fri, 27 May 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Final coronavirus restrictions to be removed in Wales on Monday
THE final remaining coronavirus restrictions still in place in Wales will be removed on Monday, according to first minister Mark Drakeford.

Fri, 27 May 2022 09:12:30 +0100
Live updates: Crash closes Highfields Way in Blackwood
Police are on the scene of a crash on Highfields Way in Blackwood.



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