South Wales Argus

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Rogue driver high on cocaine crashed into cars before fleeing the scene
Caerphilly rogue driver high on cocaine crashed into two cars before fleeing the scene

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
City centre office building in prime location on market for over £1 million
A prominent detached office building located in Newport city centre is up for sale, with offers invited in excess of £1 million.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Five dogs looking for their forever home from Many Tears Rescue
These five furry friends from Many Tears Animal Rescue are all looking for their forever homes

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Period townhouse with landscaped gardens and river views for sale
Landscaped gardens with sun terraces and views across the Wye Valley are a highlight of a four-bedroom period townhouse for sale on New Dixton Road, Monmouth

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Caerphilly

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
LOOK: How memories of Chartist Rising were kept alive decades after event
The Argus published accounts of the Chartist Rising from people with direct and indirect memories across the decades, with these from the 1920s

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Shelter approved after housing chiefs feared mobility scooters could be a fire risk
The application was made after housing bosses feared there was a fire risk.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Eight dream homes and family houses for sale across Gwent right now
Gwent is a place full of great options for family homes and some dream properties. Here are eight properties across Gwent available on the market right now

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Spacious family home with countryside views on the market for £689,950
A spacious family home in St Arvans, Chepstow, has been listed for £689,950

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Café owner 'truly grateful' to win best customer service in South Wales
The owner of the café that allegedly has the best customer service in South Wales said winning the award "truly means the world"

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
How Newport’s council leader once argued for a lower rise in council tax
Prior to being Newport’s current council leader, Cllr Dimitri Batrouni was previously the ‘leader of the opposition’ at neighbouring Monmouthshire County Council.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 09:21:39 +0000
LIVE: Clean up continues after Gwent is ravaged by Storm Claudia
The clean up continues across Gwent as residents and businesses deal with the fallout of Storm Claudia.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 09:28:56 +0000
LIVE: Storm Claudia submerges town in major incident
The clean up continues in Monmouth, where the town was submerged by Storm Claudia in a major incident.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Amazing' South Wales restaurant with the 'absolute best' Sunday roast in the UK
Bistro 8 in Blackwood has been named among the best spots in the UK for a Sunday roast by Enjoy Travel.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 08:00:00 +0000
Tesco gives urgent 'check before it’s too late' warning as temperatures drop
An urgent “check before it’s too late” warning has been issued to drivers to get winter ready as Tesco Insurance revealed a 37% increase in cold weather claims

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Celebrations releases viral 'misprint' Advent Calendars - how to claim
Following overwhelming consumer demand and a social media frenzy, Celebrations has released a limited batch of Numberless Advent Calendars.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 13:26:59 +0000
Warning: Bridge closed due to flooding from Storm Claudia
Gwent Police are dealing with a bridge closure as a result of flooding from Storm Claudia

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Million pound cottage with heated swimming pool for sale in Tintern
A cottage with two paddocks, a heated outdoor swimming pool, and views across the Wye Valley is for sale in Tintern

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Van driver pleads not guilty to causing death of ‘beautiful’ mum
Van driver to stand trial in September 2026 after he denies causing death of ‘beautiful’ mum in Blaina

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Locked Up: Paedophile, burglars, violent thug, and drug dealers recently jailed
THESE Newport, Caerphilly and Cwmtillery criminals have been jailed for crimes including historical child sex abuse, drug dealing, and burglaries.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 07:41:12 +0000
Major incident declared in Monmouth as Storm Claudia fallout continues
A major incident has been declared in Monmouth as the aftermath of Storm Claudia continues with more rain and flooding expected today.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Inquest into grandmother's tragic death after choking on steak in Spain to open
An inquest into the tragic death of 'beautiful' Newport grandmother Ceri Ball is set to open

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
How this shopping centre is thriving against a backdrop of dying high streets
With the economic landscape continuing to shift, we asked shoppers at Cwmbran Shopping Centre how they felt the area has been coping since 2020.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
This pub is the beating heart of the city's cultural scene
This week's South Wales Argus Pub of the Week is Le Pub in Newport city centre.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Drug dealer pleads guilty to supplying cocaine
Newport drug dealer Terry Kenton, 56, admits supplying cocaine in Cardiff

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Former food outlet in city centre could transform into tattoo studio
A former food outlet in Newport could be set to become a tattoo studio

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
I tried one of Newport’s most highly rated burger joints and this shocked me
I ordered the El Toro Burger with salted chips and a Pepsi Max at Burger Boyz in Newport Market

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Food Warehouse gets thumbs up to takeover this retail unit
Supermarket chain Iceland will be allowed to adapt a unit at Caerphilly’s Gallagher Retail Park for a new Food Warehouse store.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Plans for new affordable 'small business' units lodged with planners
PLANS for 22 units to be built on an industrial estate in Blaenau Gwent have been revealed.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Detached family home in 'highly sought after' Newport estate hits the market
A four-bedroom detached family home on Brunel Avenue, Newport, has hit the market for £550,000

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Man warned he’s going to jail after he admits 'serious' assault
Abergavenny man warned he’s going to jail after he pleaded guilty to a 'serious' assault in Chepstow

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0000
Boy stabbed at sports stadium car park – detectives continue to appeal
Gwent Police detectives investigating a stabbing at Cwmbran Stadium car park are continuing to appeal for witnesses to come forward

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
NOSTALGIA: Looking back at Queen and Bohemian Rhapsody in Rockfield Studios 50 later
This year marks half a century since Queen recorded "Bohemian Rhapsody", and in that spirit, we look back at our coverage of Rockfield Studios in Monmouth

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Woman behind community award winning day centre said it 'means the world'
The woman behind a day service that was named 'Community Champion of the Year' at the South Wales Community Awards has said winning the award 'means the absolute world'

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Brexit Broke Britain and now chickens are coming home to roost
(BBB) Brexit Broke Britain, and the sooner those leavers realise that Brexit was a massive bit of self-harming that a country has ever done.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Brexit 'has done more to damage the farming industry' than tax
Blaming Brexit might be easy, but for those who can see the bigger picture, they know there is a resemblance to the truth.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Poverty in Wales 'endemic and grinding' as 25% of adults skip meals
A think tank has warned that poverty has become "endemic and grinding" in Wales.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
The latest planning applications in Monmouthshire
This is a list of the latest planning applications in Monmouthshire from between October 30 and November 5.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'The next few weeks are absolutely vital for small businesses'
IT’S CHRISTMAAAAAAAAS!, says Kevin Ward.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Cheapest petrol and diesel in and around Newport this weekend
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.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:01:00 +0000
Calls to end ‘national disgrace’ of veteran homelessness
Veteran homelessness has been labelled a “national disgrace” as the Senedd debated Conservative calls for ex-service personnel to be given priority for social housing.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
More than 3,600 affordable homes completed in Wales
More than 3,600 affordable homes were completed in Wales over the last year.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Beautiful: Autumn walk along the canal in pictures
This group of pictures was taken by camera club member Fiona Rees on a walk at Gilwern along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal between weather warnings.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Teenager named as finalist in Miss Wales competition
An 18-year-old from Bargoed has been named as a finalist in the Miss Wales 2026 competition.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Pupils have 'lots of fun' taking part in tree-planting day
Pupils at a South Wales school had "lots of fun" taking part in a tree planting day.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Night Sky: Excitement as rocket bound for Mars launches
Last Tuesday morning, (November 11), the Sun unleashed a major solar flare, the strongest of 2025, and the most intense since October 2024.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Home care company to open new branch in Crickhowell
A home care company is set to open a new branch in Crickhowell - and Wales rugby international James Hook will be on hand to help launch the venture.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
There’s nothing "so called" about the climate crisi
A Greenhaulgh is surely one of the most persistently predictable contributors.

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Wales Tech Week returns to showcase cyber security sector
Wales Tech Week 2025 returns this month, promising a showcase of the nation’s growing cyber security and technology sectors.

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