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Mon, 04 Jul 2022 07:29:42 +0100
Traffic for Newport & Wales: M4 Severn bridge fuel protest
Protesters are taking part in a go-slow on the M4 at the Prince of Wales Bridge (second Severn crossing) this morning over the rising costs of fuel.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 00:00:00 +0100
Drakeford and Plaid leader to address issue of second homes
WALES' first minister and the leader of Plaid Cymru will today announce a new package of measures to address the issue of second homes in Wales.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Pontypool man, 69, remanded in custody over rape allegations
A MAN has been remanded in custody after appearing in court charged with 17 historical sexual assault charges that allegedly occurred between 1968 and 1987.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Risca, Chepstow and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Seven new Gwent arrivals to welcome to the world
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Caerphilly fatal dog attack to be raised in parliament
THE death of a 10-year-old Caerphilly boy in a dog attack will be raised in parliament next week.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
M4 speed cameras not switched on and air pollution data delayed
SIXTEEN months after the 50mph average speed cameras on the M4 around “went live”, and it is still not clear how we can assess what impact they have had.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
What are the average house prices in each area of Gwent
ONS data has shown exactly where in Gwent are the most expensive and cheapest places to buy a house

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Wye July event to highlight pollution in our rivers
THE campaign to improve water quality in the river Wye will be front and centre at a special event in the coming weeks.

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Blaenau Gwent house prices: Average house prices rise by £3,000
What are the latest house prices in Blaenau Gwent? See how much your home could be worth

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 09:56:00 +0100
Hey Duggee is coming to Cardiff- how to get tickets
The hit CBeebies show Hey Duggie is heading out on the road for a huge UK tour.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 22:55:13 +0100
Cyclist charged after death of Monmouth woman
A CYCLIST has appeared in court after being charged following the death of a 79-year-old woman.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 21:10:09 +0100
Police hunt wanted man from Cardiff with links to Newport
THIS man with connections in Newport is wanted by police in relation to a “disturbance” in Cardiff

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 17:19:30 +0100
What we know so far - 'serious' crash closes the M4 motorway
THE M4 motorway was closed for around nine hours today after a "serious" crash.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 15:04:20 +0100
Watch: crash involving police car on M4 motorway roundabout
VIDEO footage shows the aftermath of a crash on a M4 motorway roundabout near Newport yesterday afternoon.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Age Cymru on Census 2021 and ageing population discrimination
Age Cymru says discrimination is a real concern in today's ageing society, and work must be done now to tackle the issue for future years.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 08:31:20 +0100
M4 reopens after 'serious' crash closes motorway near Newport
The M4 has been closed westbound between the Coldra and Caerleon due to a crash.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Racism in Welsh schools still 'widespread' says charity
In one Wales-wide study, nearly 80 per cent of pupils said they believed racism existed in their schools.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Inside stunning property for sale in Monmouthshire
A "STUNNING" six-bedroom mansion with breath-taking views of the Gwent countryside has just gone on the market.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:06:30 +0100
Newport scouts and guides in Commonwealth Games baton relay
SCOUTS and guides from Newport helped usher in this year’s Commonwealth Games as the Queen’s Baton Relay came to the city.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Tredegar Heritage Centre opened on site of NHS inspiration
A NEW centre will be opened today to celebrate Tredegar’s role in the creation of the NHS.

Sun, 03 Jul 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, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Pontypool and Cwmbran residents in Magistrates' Court
SEVERAL Torfaen residents have been in court recently across Wales and England.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 14:37:52 +0100
Watch: Tredegar Heritage Centre celebrates Aneurin Bevan
A NEW heritage centre, celebrating Tredegar’s role in the creation of the NHS, has been opened in the town.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Caerphilly, Tredegar and Bargoed
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Party in the Park returns with Britain's Got Talent's Titan the Robot
AFTER two years away, Pontypool’s Party in the Park will return next week with a host of entertainment and activities for the whole family.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Newport teacher turns trash into teaching aids in Rwanda schools
Mary Watkins has spent nearly a decade teaching and training other educators in the east African nation.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:22:00 +0100
M4 lane closures for next two weeks for bridge works
THERE will be overnight closures on the M4 over the next two weeks as work continues on the Ebbw River Bridge.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Remembering Joe Strummer's Newport years
Punk rock legend Joe Strummer, who spent time in Newport during the early 1970s, would have turned 70 on August 21.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Every picture Tells a Story: Vickie Warner
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.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Summer fun - Newport Carnivals from the 1980s in pictures
We've been looking back at summer fun pictures from our archives and bring a selection of images from Newport Carnivals from the 1980s.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Mum turns personal tragedies into children’s literary series
A Gwent mum of two has turned personal tragedies into a children’s literary series aimed at helping young minds deal with real life issues.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 13:56:37 +0100
Appeal as man reported missing last seen in Newport
A 42-YEAR-OLD man has been reported missing after last being seen in Newport on Friday.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Garden Festival Wales in Ebbw Vale, 30 years ago
A LOOK back at the popular Garden Festival Wales, which was held in 1992 at a former steel site in Ebbw Vale.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Looking back - When fierce storms battered Newport in the 1980s
Gale force winds and torrential rain have caused havoc in Gwent on many an occassion.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Newport's St Gwynllyw and potential links to King Arthur
NEWPORT has a number of landmarks across the city and each have their own interesting stories.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0100
Alun Davies praises Mick Lynch amid UK Government tensions
A former Welsh Government minister has suggested that Westminster overreach could be tackled with a "progressive alliance" at a general election.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Sparkle shines at children's health conference
A GWENT children's charity got the chance to shine at a recent national conference, where three pieces of research work were presented, all highlighting its vital role in supporting young people with disabilities and developmental difficulties.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Watching the world go by - 10 pictures from around Gwent
Who's watching who? Our theme for this week was watching and our camera club members sent in some great and quirky images for us to choose from. This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and...

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Communities come together to celebrate summer
Communities across St Modwen’s developments in Wales came together to mark the start of summer and to celebrate the Queen’s platinum jubilee.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 16:00:00 +0100
Life in the UK test 2022: Can you pass the British citizenship test? Take the quiz
The set of 24 questions, also known as the "Life in the UK" test, will cost £50 and is compiled from 3,000 facts about Britain.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 10:00:00 +0100
Asda, Amazon, and Sainsbury's offer huge discounts in little-known scheme - how to sign up
Some people are saving around £100 a month on their shopping, thanks to the scheme - but few people know about it.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100
Highway Code: UK drivers could face £2,500 fine for common driving mistake
The Highway Code warns pedestrians have priority over vehicles when they cross the road.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 18:00:00 +0100
BBC Eastenders Jack Branning 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, 03 Jul 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Monmouthshire house prices: Average house prices rise by £1,000
What are the latest house prices in Monmouthshire? See how much your home could be worth

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 20:00:00 +0100
The Royal Mint reveals its 10 rarest 50p coins - see how much they are worth
Here, we look at the rarest 50p coins and how many of each have been made - and how much they could be worth.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 14:00:00 +0100
Expedia, Vrbo and Hotels.com reveal top summer 2022 travel trends and destinations
 See the holiday spots that Brits can't get enough of this summer.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 21:25:00 +0100
'Boris Johnson’s Backlog Britain is spreading' - Chris Evans, MP for Islwyn
For two years we were subject to restrictions which meant we were unsure when we could next go abroad.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 00:05:00 +0100
What's in the Aldi and Lidl middle aisles on Sunday, July 3
Here's a selection of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Sunday, July3.

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 00:01:00 +0100
Aldi’s school uniform collection is back - get yours now
Parents and guardians starting to shop around for good deals on school uniforms can rest easy and Aldi has announced its popular uniform range will be returning next month.



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