South Wales Argus

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
If Gwent Police solve 12% of crimes what does that mean for your safety?
Gwent Police solved 12% of crimes, while 6.3% of recorded sexual offences led to a charge or summons, raising questions over accountability.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Five dogs looking for their forever home from Many Tears Rescue
These pups have all the love in the world to give

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Behind the gates of this £1.4m home is something rather special
A five-bedroom Victorian coach house is on the market for £1.4 million.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Did Labour set the ball rolling on Newport motorway junction closures?
Who actually first came up with the idea of closing motorway junctions around Newport? Recently, Labour has strongly opposed the idea of closing motorway junctions around Newport. But did Labour itself set the ball rolling?

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 05:08:00 +0000
Thief stole hundreds of pounds worth of clothing and jewellery from M&S
Thief Imtiaz Fazal, 41, of Newport, stole hundreds of pounds worth of clothing and jewellery from Marks and Spencer in Newport.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:30:00 +0000
Newport Christmas lights switch-on to feature Welsh artists and laser show
Festive celebrations are set to return as Newport prepares to kick off its Countdown to Christmas event.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:02:00 +0000
Risca residents urged to speak out over fears M4 closures will cause traffic chaos
Risca residents urged to share concerns over Welsh Government plans to close M4 junctions 27, 26 and 25 near Newport with Deputy Minister Mark Hooper.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
I counted Newport city centre's empty shops - the number shocked me
More than 40 shops are standing empty across two of Newport city centre's main shopping destinations, a South Wales Argus count has found.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In The Dock - Look who's had their cases heard in court recently
A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran, Abergavenny, Newbridge, and Abertillery.

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Where you'll find all 200 speed cameras in South Wales this month including the M4
More than 200 mobile speed cameras will operate across South Wales during November, including on the M4 - see exactly where you'll find them.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:51:14 +0000
Stalker sentenced for hounding woman with unwanted calls, texts and gifts
A Newport man has been sentenced after admitting stalking a woman in Abergavenny through repeated calls, messages and unwanted gifts

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:27:16 +0000
Man appears in court accused of raping woman
An 18-year-old from Ebbw Vale has been sent to the crown court after appearing before Newport Magistrates' Court charged with raping a woman

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Abuse of frontline workers is nearly four times higher than before pandemic
Caerphilly MP Chris Evans visited a NatWest branch in London to seek advice on how politicians can help tackle abuse against customer-facing workers.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Long-awaited indoor adventure park finally reveals when it will open
An indoor adventure park is due to open in November.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Magor with Undy council to create two new staff posts after pay review
Magor with Undy Town Council approves two new staff posts after a salary review, recruiting an assistant/deputy clerk and administrative officer.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Newport road should be renamed ‘Drakeford’s Folly’
The Newport SDR Southern Distributor Road should be renamed Drakeford’s Folly, as a permanent reminder of the current situation we are in now.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
No final projects, costs or timescales set for Blackwood placemaking plan
I recently raised queries on the placemaking plan for Blackwood and received the following from the council.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Questions over who would pay to bury power cables underground
Another brilliant idea from the Talking Shop - do away with electricity pylons and bury the cables underground. Who would end up paying?

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
A look at what in the first budget could affect Welsh farmers
After chancellor John Healey delivered his first budget, we’ve dug into the initial items that will affect Welsh farmers.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Jupiter and Mars to appear near waning Moon as Leonid meteor shower builds
This week, a fine display of planets will be in the morning sky and the build-up begins to the Leonid meteor shower.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Cheapest petrol and diesel prices at Newport garages revealed
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, 31 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0000
Popular Indian restaurant celebrates ‘huge achievement’ after major win
An Indian restaurant is celebrating after winning the best in its region award at a national ceremony.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:28:00 +0000
Stinger brings suspected stolen car to dramatic stop as three arrested
Two stolen vehicles have been recovered and three people arrested following a busy night for roads policing officers in Gwent.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:14:00 +0000
Thief stole cosmetics, meats and cheeses, and washing pods in shoplifting spree
Jonathan Black, 28, of Cwmbran, stole cosmetics, meats and cheeses, and washing pods in a string of shop thefts across Pontypool and Cwmbran.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000
Watch - Moment woman is allegedly assaulted by hospital security guards
Barry woman Janet Colley alleges security guards injured her while removing her from Cardiff’s University Hospital of Wales on December 28; police made no arrests.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000
You’d never guess what this £825k country home used to be
A former cider mill now transformed into a five-bedroom house is on the market for £825,000.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:55:00 +0000
After visiting 25,000 pubs, this 300-year-old inn made among top 50 of the best
A Monmouthshire pub has been named one of the UK’s 50 pubs people “simply must visit”.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 17:01:00 +0000
I went on a spooky stroll through Newport - here's what caught my eye
Newport city centre embraced Halloween on October 31 with spooky shop windows, a Kingsway market, clown DJ and free children's parties at Friars Walk.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Richard Hammond visited this popular local chippy - so I put it to the test
Richard Hammond was spotted in The Codfather on Frogmore Street, so we went to see whether it was worth his celebrity seal of approval.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:59:00 +0000
Plaid Cymru treasurer admits fraud and forgery offences over party money
A Caerphilly woman who served as a Plaid Cymru treasurer admits fraud and forgery offences involving transfers from party funds into her personal account

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:51:00 +0000
‘You WILL win’ - Customers give verdict on restaurant chasing huge award
Customers have rallied behind a Gwent curry house shortlisted for Wales Restaurant of the Year.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:41:00 +0000
New chippy has opened in town but there’s a twist to what’s on the menu
A new takeaway is putting an Indian-inspired twist on the classic British fish and chips.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:35:00 +0000
Blaenau Gwent among 'worst areas' in Wales for new affordable homes
New figures show Blaenau Gwent had Wales’ fifth-lowest affordable housing delivery rate on October 27, despite a record 3,865 homes delivered nationally.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:01:00 +0000
£20,000 raised in just one week as popular pub prepares for major new chapter
The New Court Inn in Usk will come under new management after a successful crowdfunding campaign raised more than £20,000 in one week.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:57:00 +0000
Train passengers warned of hour-long delays after signalling fault
Transport for Wales warns of 60-minute delays and cancellations from Gwent to Manchester after a points failure at Hereford, with disruption until October 31.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0000
£850k farmhouse may be hiding a remarkable piece of Welsh history
A house with its own wine storage, dressing room, and conservatory is on the market.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 09:30:00 +0000
You might be surprised by what £150k gets you behind these 16th century doors
A former pub dating back to the 16th century is up for sale with a guide price of £150,000.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In The Dock - Look who’s had their cases heard in court recently
A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran, Brynmawr, Cwm and Abergavenny .

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
He was sure nobody was there when he took this photo. So who are they?
A visitor believes he captured two ghostly figures on camera inside a historic mansion.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Dealer started selling cocaine after falling into debt through £400-a-day addiction
A cocaine dealer was caught red-handed after attracting the attention of the police when he got behind the wheel whilst disqualified.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Mysterious video of 'paranormal' figure in South Wales town sparks ghost fears
A video of a mysterious "paranormal" figure wandering the streets of a seaside town in South Wales has left people fearing the town could be haunted.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Wales' 'most haunted pub' has a terrifying history dating back centuries
Discover the Skirrid Mountain Inn near Abergavenny, Wales: a historic Monmouthshire pub famed for ghosts, ghost hunts, real ales, dark legends and history.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Is this Wales' most haunted high street? The chilling tales behind Gwent town
Discover Monmouth’s haunted history this Halloween, from phantom hoofbeats on Monnow Street to ghostly tales at Shire Hall, the Savoy Theatre and pubs.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:48:00 +0000
Tree surgeons' playground fun puts smiles on faces across Newport and Gwent
A heartwarming video of tree surgeons enjoying a children’s playground has delighted Newport and Gwent after spreading through local Facebook groups.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 19:20:00 +0000
Famous South Wales restaurant launches glamorous Christmas menu – will you try it?
The Ivy Cardiff unveils its festive Christmas menu, with turkey ballotine, live music and flambéed crème brûlée among highlights. Two courses cost £55.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:51:16 +0000
Shoppers snap up 10 thermal tops a minute as M&S cosy Heatgen goes on sale
With temperatures dropping and energy bills rising again, shoppers are turning to thermal clothing to stay warm without piling on bulky layers.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:49:36 +0000
Drivers warned over viral fuel-saving petrol pump trick that experts say won't work
Fuel-saving ‘slow squeeze’ hack debunked by expert, who warns UK motorists it will not cut petrol or diesel costs; repeated topping off can damage vehicles.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 15:40:00 +0000
Five candidates battle it out for vacant council seat in by-election
Voters in Caerphilly County Borough’s Risca East ward will go to the polls on Thursday, November 19, to elect a new councillor.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 12:33:00 +0000
Shoppers could have another reason to visit Morrisons store as new proposal revealed
Plans for an electric vehicle charging zone at Morrisons in Cwmbran have been submitted.

Sat, 31 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Councillor warns of ‘scary’ energy drink use among Blaenau Gwent youngsters
Blaenau Gwent councillor warns on youngsters’ energy drink use as council approves healthy living report; Welsh Government urged to consider a ban in Wales.

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