South Wales Argus

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Boy, 14, appears in court accused of murdering teenage girl found in woodland
A 14-year-old boy has appeared at Cardiff Crown Court accused of murdering Lilly Jones, 14, whose body was found in woodland near Duffryn Park in Blaina

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Woman accused of supplying cocaine appears in court
Louise Thomas, 38, of Nantyglo, appeared before Newport Magistrates' Court accused of being concerned in the supply of cocaine and possessing criminal property

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man taken to court and has to pay £736 for watching TV without a licence
A Llanbradach man was fined £440 after being convicted of using a television set without a licence

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Much-loved station celebrates 18 years of championing the city of Newport
Newport City Radio has just celebrated its 18th birthday. Eighteen years on, Newport City Radio remains exactly what Ian Lamsdale envisioned: a station built by Newport, for Newport, powered by volunteers who love their city.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Buck Moon and partial solar eclipse visible in our skies in the coming weeks
This week we continue our countdown to summer’s big celestial event, a partial eclipse of the Sun, which will take place on Wednesday, August 12, and be visible in Gwent.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:04:00 +0100
Five best events to enjoy in Gwent pubs this weekend
From disco and karaoke night to a massive dayfest, Gwent has a packed schedule of events in pubs to enjoy this weekend.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Five things to do in and around Gwent this weekend
From piano notes to circus tents, Gwent has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this weekend.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New award launched to celebrate unsung community heroes
Unsung heroes in Monmouthshire are being given a chance to shine through a new award scheme.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
12 fascinating takes on the theme of 'abandoned' by the camera club
We set a theme of "abandoned" for members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and they sent back a stack of interesting takes on the word.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Wetherspoon pubs in Newport to host cider festival
Pub-goers in Gwent are being invited to raise a glass to celebrate a craft cider festival.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Post box reinstated after two removals in under a year
A post box has been reinstated in a community near Gilwern after being unexpectedly removed twice in less than a year.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The 10 cheapest petrol stations in and around Newport
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Newport, according to petrolprices.com. Petrol prices get their information direct from garages and from users.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran rounders team have fictional book as new shirt sponsor
A rounders team in Cwmbran is sporting a shirt sponsor who doesn’t actually exist.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Call to plan Monmouthshire summer roadworks carefully due to packed events lineup
Roadworks teams and event organisers in Monmouthshire are being urged to collaborate by the county council ahead of a packed summer to avoid disruption.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New battery system installed to support Abergavenny rapid electric vehicle chargers
A new battery energy storage system has been installed in Monmouthshire to support rapid electric vehicle charging.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Shoplifting figures decline despite being described as 'epidemic'
Shoplifting offences have dropped by four per cent across the year.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:26:00 +0100
After 20 years this family-run restaurant has been named the best in Wales by the AA
A restaurant has been named AA Restaurant with Rooms of the Year 2026 for Wales.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:22:35 +0100
LIVE - 220-hectare wildfire still burning after seven days
A 220-hectare wildfire has been burning in Blaenavon for seven days - here is everything we know.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:01:00 +0100
Ruth Jones shares exciting update on her next TV project after Gavin & Stacey
Ruth Jones has wrapped filming on her latest project, a brand new comedy series for the BBC.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'His eye wouldn't reopen' – inside the food challenge nobody can finish
A Mexican-inspired eatery is spicing up the high street with a food challenge.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'Desperate' wildlife rescuer pleads for land after caring for 180 animals
Sarah Moorefield, 58, has rehabilitated more than 170 birds this season but says repeated bids for council managed land in Newport have been rejected.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
The Newport village locals say has it all – canals, cafés and craft beer
History, hospitality, and a hint of hops are just the start of what you’ll find in this South Wales village.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Is Britain’s best festival hiding in plain sight with music, circus and street food?
Is Big Love Festival near Usk the best kept secret in Britain?

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 09:01:00 +0100
More than 200 people oppose plan to turn beloved green space into allotments
More than 200 people have told Newport City Council they do not want a green space in Rogerstone converted into new allotments.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:13:04 +0100
Aldi reveals latest 25 priority locations across UK for new stores - see full list
The supermarket chain, which is aiming to reach 1,500 stores nationwide, has revealed a list of new priority locations across the UK.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:03:00 +0100
Mattresses and three fridge freezers among fly tipped items spotted by during run
A call for action on fly tipping across Torfaen has been backed by borough councillors.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:01:00 +0100
Call to extend Newport city centre crime crackdown as fears it could ‘fizzle out’
A police crackdown on crime and antisocial behaviour in Newport city centre should be extended or made permanent, according to councillors.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Council debate took nearly two hours to rule out change in approach to weeding
A change to weeding was a bid to reintroduce use of chemical weed killers say opponents.

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Council demands share of £322m funding to support children with additional needs
A LABOUR-led Gwent council wants to be given its share of £322 million in funding for children with Additional Learning Needs (ALN).

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 20:00:50 +0100
All we know as motorcyclist taken to hospital after Newport SDR crash causes chaos
A major road traffic collision sparked widespread disruption on one of Newport’s busiest routes.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 19:42:51 +0100
Everything we know on day six of 220-hectare Blaenavon wildfire
Crews remain on the mountain above Blaenavon as the wildfire continues to burn for a sixth day.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:18:04 +0100
Eight men appear in court over historical child sexual exploitation offences
Eight men have been charged with 40 historical child sexual exploitation offences.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 18:34:00 +0100
Newport man charged with two attempted murders after assault
A man has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following an assault in Newport.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Meet the record number of volunteers helping to deliver summer of fun in Torfaen
A record number of volunteers have completed training to deliver a summer play programme in Torfaen which begins on Monday.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Here's what is set to happen at the Chepstow Show next month
The Chepstow Show is set to return in August.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Disappointment in relationship between council and its town councils
Having attended the Town and Community Councils Liaison Sub-Committee meeting on Monday, July 20, I came away with a deep sense of disappointment and concern.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
S4C to continue coverage of grassroots Welsh football for three years
S4C has renewed its coverage of Welsh domestic football for the next three seasons.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Newport residents concerned about anti-social behaviour at car park
Concerns have been raised about anti-social behaviour at a council-owned car park.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Community council to contribute towards wildlife warning signs
Llanwern Community Council has agreed to contribute up to £500 for wildlife signs to warn of geese in the area due to a high number of the animals.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Why does none of the Crown Estate's revenue go to Wales?
Devolve the Crown Estate of Wales. The Crown Estates are devolved to Scotland; why not Wales?

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
A look back at when a Gwent family bonded over the Royal Welsh Show in 2006
The Royal Welsh Show has been in full swing in Llanelwedd, so we take a look at when Gwent residents took part in 2006.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Plans to transform two run-down areas of Newport were revealed 20 years ago
On July 24, 2006, £2 million funding was set to transform two of Newport's most run-down areas - Pill and Maindee. Here we take a look at the plans.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100
New £2m grant scheme to help tourism businesses in Wales become more accessible
A new £2m scheme has been launched to help tourism and hospitality businesses in Wales improve accessibility for all visitors.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Met Office forecasts risk of showers this weekend
Friday is expected to remain largely dry in and around Newport with less than five per cent chance of rain throughout the day.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council announces changes to grant awarding process
Cabinet members at Torfaen County Borough Council have approved plans to modernise the way grants are awarded.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Infrastructure upgrade in Torfaen town could take more than three years
An electricity network upgrade project is under way in Torfaen to improve infrastructure.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Gwent council backs ban on mobile phones in schools
Cabinet members from one Gwent council have endorsed proposals aimed at reducing classroom distractions.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Spend a day among sunflowers to support a local hospice
If you love sunflowers and are looking for something to do at the weekend while helping a local cause, this could be right up your street.

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Warning as 'rude' doorstep traders target residents with tarmacking offer
Residents are being urged to stay alert following reports of suspicious doorstep callers offering tarmac and driveway services.

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