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South Wales Argus

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:45:00 +0100
Herbert Lewis in Chepstow to be a retail site once again
A FORMER department store that traded for 140 years before closing down four years ago is to be brought back into retail use.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:04:00 +0100
Newport man accused of robbery refused bail
A GWENT man accused of robbery was remanded in custody after an unsuccessful bail application was made before a judge.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:22:00 +0100
Newport paedophile guilty of sexual activity with child
A NEWPORT man has been found guilty after a trial of sexual activity with a child.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 06:00:00 +0100
Pontypool RFC chief executive officer Ben Jeffreys to resign
BEN Jeffreys believes Pontypool RFC can finally realise their dream of a return to the Premiership this season, but he won’t complete the journey with the club after announcing that he is to leave at the end of September, writes Andrew Penman.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:31:00 +0100
Bake Off's Tom Hovey watched his loved one's lives blighted by stroke
A Newport man whose grandparents’ lives were blighted by strokes is tackling the TCS London Marathon to raise funds for the Stroke Association.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:28:00 +0100
‘Excellence in Nursing’ nominations in the South Wales Argus Health Awards 2022
All of the finalists in the South Wales Argus Health & Care Awards ‘Excellence in Nursing’ category, sponsored by the Royal College of Nursing Wales, have demonstrated an innovative and caring approach to their work.

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 04:48:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Tredegar and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:51:40 +0100
Gwent Police's most wanted from Newport, Caerphilly and Merthyr Tydfil
THESE are the three most wanted people by Gwent Police right now.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:13:00 +0100
Watch: water main excavations at sinkhole hotspot in Newport
WORK to repair a suspected sinkhole on a Newport road, which has been the site of similar incidents in the past few years, is ongoing with large sections of the road now dug up.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:09:41 +0100
Conservative councillor David Fouweather slams Newport 20mph zones
A Newport councillor is questioning the lack of scrutiny on the decision to change roads in Newport to 20mph.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:30:36 +0100
Cwmbran man faces cocaine trafficking allegations
A GWENT man has appeared before Newport Magistrates’ Court charged with cocaine trafficking.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:53:00 +0100
In court from Newport, Brynmawr, Chepstow and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:42:10 +0100
Caldicot man reportedly assaulted and robbed
GWENT Police are appealing for information after a report of a robbery and assault in Caldicot last month.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 15:24:26 +0100
Monmouthshire person rescued from rockface
EMERGENCY services coordinated to rescue a person from a rockface in St Arvans, Monmouthshire.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:53:00 +0100
Newport community holds multi-faith service for the Queen
THE NEWPORT community came together for a multi-faith service and candle-lit vigil to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 12:15:00 +0100
Four Newport shops closed for selling illegal tobacco
FOUR Newport shops have been shut down after being handed three-month closure orders after being found to be involved in the sale of illegal tobacco.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:55:39 +0100
M4 closed at Newport for Ebbw River Bridge works tonight
THE M4 westbound is closed at Tredegar Park in Newport tonight as work continues on the Ebbw River Bridge. Further closures are expected in October.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:48:00 +0100
Caerleon choir's song 'Rest easy your majesty' in memory of Queen
A singer song writer from Caerleon has written a song in honour of the late Queen Elizabeth IIs memory.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 17:25:21 +0100
TikTok baking trends ranked from best to worst as Channel Great British Bake Off returns
Now that Bake Off is back on our screens, it's time to try out the top TikTok baking hacks and become star bakers ourselves!

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 16:36:00 +0100
Wales to ban single-use plastics such as carrier bags and straws
CARRIER bags, polystyrene cups, and plastic straws are amongst the items which would be banned under a proposed ban on single-use plastics in Wales.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:57:49 +0100
Liz Truss says high energy bills are 'worth paying' to protect UK security
Truss has said the UK cannot jeopardise its security for the sake of keeping energy costs down

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 13:37:34 +0100
Dave Myers: Si King to accompany Hairy Biker co-star to hospital
HAIRY Biker Si King will accompany his co-star Dave Myers to the hospital this week.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:25:59 +0100
Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield break silence over Queen 'queue jumping' row
It comes amid a petition calling on This Morning bosses to sack Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 10:22:10 +0100
Staff celebrate 30 years working at Llanyrafon Primary School
TWO members of staff at Llanyrafon Primary School in Cwmbran are celebrating as they embark on their 30th year working at the school.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:57:08 +0100
Queen's funeral: Extra seven days of mourning following state funeral
The Royal Family will observe another week of mourning for the Queen following her state funeral on Monday.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:54:55 +0100
Madeleine McCann's parents lose latest stage of legal battle against Portuguese detective
Madeleine McCann disappeared while on holiday with her family in Praia da Luz, Portugal in May 2007.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:48:00 +0100
Two motorists from Torfaen appear in court on speeding charges
HERE is a round-up of everyone from Torfaen who has been fined for speeding during the past week.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:43:00 +0100
How much will the Queen's funeral cost? UK state funerals explained
The Queen’s funeral will mark a major moment in history as the nation thanks Her late Majesty for 70 years of public service.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 04:15:00 +0100
Look: Abergavenny Food Festival 2022 in pictures
FOODIES across the country descended on Abergavenny this weekend for the return of the town's famous food festival.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 11:59:57 +0100
Bank of England issues 'long queues' warning ahead of £20 and £50 September deadline
As well as banks, Brits will also be able to exchange the old notes on Post Offices too.

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:55:34 +0100
Dave Myers: Si King to accompany Hairy Biker co-star to hospital
HAIRY Biker Si King will accompany his co-star Dave Myers to the hospital this week.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 16:44:01 +0100
How funeral of Queen Elizabeth II was seen on the streets of Gwent
WHEN the Queen’s funeral procession reached Westminster Abbey at 11am it was anticipated, some maybe demanded, that Britain would come to a halt.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:16:30 +0100
Newport community gather to watch a 'moment in history' as Queen's funeral held
A group of mourners gathered at the Lyceum Tavern in Newport to watch the state funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:14:47 +0100
Caerphilly man safe and well after being reported missing
A MAN from Caerphilly, aged 63, who had been missing has been found safe and well, Gwent Police has confirmed.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Most expensive properties in Newport, Monmouthshire & Gwent
These properties in Gwent all sold for more than £1 million.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 18:15:45 +0100
TORFAEN: Queen funeral voxpops
We asked people in Pontypool if they watched the Queen’s state funeral. 

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:55:13 +0100
ITV bosses in talks amid petition for Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield to be sacked
The This Morning presenters have received criticism from some on social media after they appeared inside Westminster Hall on Friday

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:52:23 +0100
Our readers share memories and pay tribute to the Queen
OUR READERS have been sharing their memories and paying tribute to Queen Elizabeth II ahead of her funeral today.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:40:00 +0100
'Black puma' spotted on roof above Chester Market toilets
A MAN “out drinking” at Chester Market claims to have spotted a big cat on the roof of an adjacent hotel.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:28:45 +0100
Newport Scout helped people pay their respects to the Queen
A SCOUT from Newport was on hand to support the many thousands of people who travelled to pay their respects to Queen Elizabeth II.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 15:30:52 +0100
Sir Rod Stewart's wife Penny Lancaster among police force at Queen's procession
Penny Lancaster was seen policing the Queen’s funeral procession in central London today (September 19).

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:32:00 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II funeral: When Tesco, Asda, Wetherspoons and McDonald's reopen today
The is no direct advice to shut for the Queen’s funeral with the government telling businesses that shutting down for the funeral was up to them.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:02:00 +0100
The Queen liked to watch ITV Coronation Street as favourite shows revealed
Susanna Reid and Ben Shephard interviewed the royal expert about the Queen’s viewing habits on Good Morning Britain.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 11:18:01 +0100
Queen Elizabeth II’s funeral: Rainbow gives ‘poignant’ sign over Westminster as UK mourns
Mourners lining the streets of London were greeted with a “poignant” rainbow over Westminster on Sunday evening as the Queen’s lying in state came to a close.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:09:21 +0100
BBC's Huw Edwards takes apparent swipe at Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield
Huw, who was presenting BBC One coverage on the morning of the Queen’s funeral, was discussing famous faces in the crowd.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 10:06:24 +0100
King Charles III issues statement hours before the Queen's funeral
Charles spoke out in a new statement hours before Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II is buried.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Horticultural education centre planned at Pontygwindy allotments
MEMBERS of Pontygwindy allotments in Caerphilly want to build a horticultural education and wellbeing centre for the whole community.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Foxhunters Care Community nurse in Abergavenny up for award
A NURSE has been described as the “heart” of an Abergavenny nursing home which she runs after being nominated for a national award.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 04:00:00 +0100
Nostalgia: Looking back at Newport Cattle Market
NEWPORT Cattle Market closed for the final time in March 2009 after 165 years in the city.

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 12:16:00 +0100
BBC actor Douglas Henshall branded 'repulsive' for comment ahead of Queen's funeral
Since 5pm on Wednesday, hundreds of thousands of members of the public have filed past the Queen's coffin.



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