South Wales Argus

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:33:01 +0000
Inquest opens into death of nine month old baby following dog attack
An inquest has opened into the death of a nine-month-old baby following a dog attack in Rogiet, Caldicot at the start of November

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Bungling burglars jailed after trying to break into hotel
Bungling burglars from Caerphilly tried to break into Porthcawl hotel

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
JustGiving campaign already raises £31,000 to help Monmouth flood victims
JustGiving page shows the generosity of the people to help Monmouth flood victims

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Man ‘humiliated’ woman after sharing intimate photo and film of her
Caerphilly man 'humiliated' woman after sharing an intimate photo and film of her

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Say hello to little Theo, one of Gwent's new arrivals
Here is a baby recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:01:00 +0000
Mum diagnosed with cancer is determined to give children 'amazing Christmas memories'
Amy Isidoro from Cwmbran shares her breast cancer journey in Cancer Research Wales’ first-ever television advert.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Buy a carbon monoxide alarm immediately' urged Wales and West Utilities
Wales and West Utilities has issued a warning about carbon monoxide (CO) as carbon monoxide awareness week (17–23 November) begins.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:52:40 +0000
Newport–Hereford rail line closed until Tuesday amid widespread disruption
Newport and Hereford remains closed until at least Tuesday.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:35:02 +0000
Morning traffic severely congested on parts of M4
Traffic is severely congested.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Ebbw Vale and Caerphilly

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
‘On the hoof’ free Christmas parking plan fails to win support
Surprise proposals for free Christmas parking across Caerphilly County Borough have failed to win enough council support.

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Plans for massive digital billboards on one of city's busiest roads
Plans to install two large digital advertising billboards have been submitted

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Unaccompanied child refugees under council's care in Gwent
UP to 10 teenage refugees are under Blaenau Gwent council’s care.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Man accused of rape, sexual assault and perverting the course of justice
Cwmbran man Carwyn Watkins appears at Newport Magistrates' Court charged with rape, assault by penetration and perverting the course of justice

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 15:54:00 +0000
Peter Andre wows audience at Christmas lights switch on
Peter Andre wowed audiences in Newport with a performance, before turning on the city's Christmas lights

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 12:00:00 +0000
Six kebab shops in running for 'Best Kebab in Wales' at national awards
Six Gwent kebab shops are in the running for the title of 'Best Kebab in Wales' at the British Kebab Awards 2026.

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 12:00:00 +0000
This village is going to get its first permanent war memorial for all its fallen
A 1.5 METRE tall obelisk is to be built on a grass verge as a new war memorial.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
'Beautifully presented' five-bedroom home in sought-after town goes on sale
A "beautifully presented" five-bedroom, detached home in Llantarnam has gone on the market for £550,000

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Drug dealer walks free from court after being caught for a second time
Newport drug dealer Harrison Johnstone has walked free from court after being caught for a second time

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
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
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
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 16:14:00 +0000
Fish and chip shop awarded food hygiene rating of three following inspection
A Newport takeaway/sandwich shop was awarded a food hygiene rating of three

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Watch: Teen shoplifter caught on camera pulling screwdriver on Tesco staff
FOOTAGE has been released of teenage shoplifter Blake Williams as he lunged at security staff with a screwdriver at a Tesco store in Newport.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 15:27:00 +0000
Gwent Police dispute reports that tyre thefts have soared in the past year
Gwent Police have disputed recent reports that tyre thefts in the area have surged by more than 55 per cent in the past year

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:58:04 +0000
Monmouth bands together to clean up after severe flooding
The community in Monmouth has come together to help one another after severe flooding from Storm Claudia.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 09:28:56 +0000
RECAP: 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 09:21:39 +0000
RECAP: 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 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 17:27:20 +0000
Lidl launches new 'cream of the crop' deluxe beauty range starting from £2.99
Lidl's new Deluxe Beauty collection aims to deliver "skincare on a budget" with individual items starting at £2.99.

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000
Dog owners issued warning as vet highlights hidden danger this winter
Vets have warned dog owners to keep their pets away from puddles and stagnant water due to the health risks

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

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