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South Wales Argus

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:33:46 +0000
M48 Severn Bridge restrictions and weather warning updates
Restrictions are in place on the M48 Severn Bridge due to strong winds, and a yellow weather warning has been issued for most of today.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 03:57:00 +0000
Blackwood boy with autism and aspergers barred from school activities
A boy in Blackwood with autism and aspergers has been left excluded from school activities leaving him going home crying.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Caerphilly and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Full inquiry into 'disturbing' allegations against Gwent Police needed
A FULL inquiry into "deeply disturbing" allegations of misconduct in Gwent Police is needed, according to the leader of the Welsh Liberal Democrats.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 03:59:00 +0000
Risca takeout scoops up Takeaway of the Year award
A Risca takeout has won ‘Takeaway of the Year’ award at the Asian Curry Awards 2022.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 03:59:00 +0000
Support worker reflects on more than 41 years in the Welsh NHS
A HEALTHCARE Support Worker says her responsibilities have grown substantially since she first began at Nevill Hall Hospital 41 years ago.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 04:06:00 +0000
Public notices: Which roads will be getting new double yellow lines?
Here is a round-up of the public notices which have appeared in the South Wales Argus over the last week:

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Royal Mail strikes: CWU warns of the 'end of the Royal Mail'
The CWU has warned of the 'end of the Royal Mail' as industrial action continues from tomorrow.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:32:51 +0000
Aldi launches first EVER Black Friday sale: See the online bargains
Aldi has launched its first Black Friday sale with deals on air fryers, gaming and more.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 07:02:55 +0000
Aldi and Lidl issue separate recalls for unsafe products
Aldi and Lidl have both issued product recalls for items that may contain small pieces of plastic and undeclared allergens.

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Aldi and Lidl: What's in the middle aisles from Thursday November 24
From a hot chocolate maker to a Christmas jumper, here are some of the items you'll find in the middle aisles of Aldi and Lidl from Thursday, November 24.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:43:04 +0000
M48 Severn Bridge closed in both directions - live traffic updates
There are huge tailbacks on the M4 as the M48 Severn Bridge closes to traffic in both directions

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:29:59 +0000
Man pulled from River Usk in Newport
A proportion of the riverbank is taped off by Police

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 23:00:51 +0000
Police seize car being driven in Newport without insurance
GWENT Police seized a car that was being driven around late at night without insurance.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:37:39 +0000
Gwent Police officer ‘wasn’t chasing women for sex’
A GWENT Police officer accused of gross misconduct wasn’t chasing women for sex, his lawyer told a disciplinary panel.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:56:24 +0000
Newport's empty Debenhams to be used as coronavirus vaccine centre
THE EMPTY Debenhams store in the centre of Newport will be used as part of the health board's drive to get people vaccinated against coronavirus ahead of winter.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:01:00 +0000
Atlantica Bar Newport angered by treatment of LBGT+ in Qatar World Cup
An LGBT+ bar in Newport is disgusted by the actions against the ban of rainbow bucket hats and treatment of one love rights at the FIFA World Cup in Qatar

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:03:52 +0000
Plans to replace car garage in Newport with affordable homes
PLANS have been submitted to demolish a used car dealership in Newport and to build affordable apartments in its place.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Caerphilly woman Rebecca Press to face murder trial
A WOMAN from Caerphilly who is accused of murdering a man will face trial in the new year.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 19:25:55 +0000
Family of woman with links to Chepstow told police have found a body
THE family of a missing woman from Tidenham Chase, near Chepstow, have been informed by police that a body has been discovered.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 16:00:00 +0000
Missing teen found three weeks after disappearance reported
Edward Melville – Brown who was reported as missing has been found.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:57:00 +0000
Caerphilly business to close after facing financial struggles
A Caerphilly business which has been in the town for five years is to close after facing financial struggles.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Newport officers crackdown on anti-social behaviour in Pill
GWENT Police officers in Newport are working to crack down on anti-social behaviour, drug dealing and sexual exploitation in Pill.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:38:07 +0000
Man pulled from river Usk in Newport city centre
A MAN was pulled from the river Usk in central Newport this afternoon after a large emergency service presence was reported in the city.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000
Celtic Freeport paves way towards Wales' net zero economy
On the final day of the freeport bidding programme, the Celtic Freeport this morning (Wednesday) unveiled what is being labelled as one of the most transformational accelerated pathways to Wales’ net zero economy.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:13:29 +0000
Newport footbridge may not open to public until next year
A footbridge in Newport City Centre may not open to the public until next year despite work on the bridge itself is almost complete.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:58:00 +0000
Asda offers £2 cash incentive to customers who book their flu jab
Asda is encouraging customers to book their flu jabs online.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 14:06:20 +0000
Calls for clarity over block of Newport Wafer Fab sale
THERE'S been calls in the Senedd for an assessment of the impact of the UK Government’s decision to block the sale of Newport Wafer Fab to Nexperia.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:26:26 +0000
Qatar World Cup: Keir Starmer says 'Shame on FIFA'
Keir Starmer took time in his opening statement in PMQs to condemn FIFA for ignoring Qatar's human rights record.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:01:19 +0000
Pensioners to receive £600 to help with energy bills today
Pensioners are to receive their Winter Fuel Payments from today.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Rail Strike Dates December 2022: When are they taking place?
Train strikes will be taking place in December after the RMT announced new strike dates.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:33:40 +0000
I'm A Celeb's Boy George discusses father's reaction to fame
Boy George shared his dad's reaction to his rise to fame with his I’m A Celeb campmates.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Caerphilly and Bargoed
A ROUND-UP of recent cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Caerphilly Council still has budget for grants to charities
JUST 6.2 per cent of Caerphilly County Borough Council’s budget for charities and small groups has been spent.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Ebbw Vale hairdressers reopen under new management
A hairdressers in Ebbw Vale has reopened today, 18 November under new management.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
New eco-friendly flats to be built in Victoria Street, Cwmbran
New green houses are coming to Cwmbran that are installed with non-fossil heating and water system.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Concern over future of EU funded projects in Torfaen
PROJECTS helping people across South Wales find work could be at risk as the UK Government has yet to confirm how it will replace European Union funding. 

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Dangerous parking could cost a life, experts warn
Dangerous parking could kill as experts warn to think before parking.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 21:00:00 +0000
Have your say on uniform policies
With only a few days left until the consultation closes, I am using my column this month to urge parents, guardians, and learners in Torfaen to have their say about whether school logos on uniforms are necessary.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 20:03:11 +0000
Wentwood Young Farmers help BHF Cymru fund lifesaving heart research
BHF Cymru has thanked rural communities across Gwent and Monmouthshire for their support at a Family Fun Day which raised £1,000 for the charity.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:37:17 +0000
Police warn of sheep attacks in Abergavenny
Gwent Police have issued a warning of sheep attacks in Abergavenny.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 11:06:47 +0000
Wales weather: Met Office warns of flooding amid power cut risk
Heavy rain and wind are forecast for tomorrow (Thursday, November 24)

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 07:38:12 +0000
Aldi announces emergency winter foodbank fund this Christmas
Aldi has announced that it will be supporting local charities, foodbanks and community groups across the UK this Christmas.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Aldi sells Apple AirPods dupe for £24.99 ahead of Black Friday
Aldi sells wireless earphones that look just like Apple AirPods ahead of Black Friday and Christmas.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 17:10:33 +0000
Gwent Police officer 'told stalking victim she was gorgeous'
A GWENT Police officer accused of gross misconduct is alleged to have told a stalking victim she was “gorgeous with a beautiful body”.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Watch: Wales must beat Iran fans say at Rodney Parade fanzone
AS WALES played their first game in a World Cup in 64 years last night, fans flocked to Rodney Parade to experience the moment of history together.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Staff at Newport tech firm Nexperia fear 600 jobs could be lost
STAFF at a Newport technology firm have been scathing in their condemnation of the decision from the UK business secretary to block its takeover - putting 600 jobs at risk.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 14:01:25 +0000
Newport man jailed after being caught dealing cannabis
A DRUG dealer who went back to selling cannabis within a month of being released from prison has been sent back to jail.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
Chepstow man hurt and motorbike destroyed in crash with car
A CHEPSTOW man was injured when in a crash between a motorbike and a car just over the border in England last week.

Tue, 22 Nov 2022 12:20:00 +0000
Met Office issues weather warning for wind and rain
A YELLOW weather warning for wind and rain has been issued for tomorrow covering much of Gwent.



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