South Wales Argus

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'Popular visitor destination' market described as 'like a morgue'
Today's Argus (March 27) says that the market is a 'popular visitor destination.' It can't be the one on High St, as the few times I've looked in while passing, it has been like a morgue.

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Four-five bedroom bungalow in prime location on the market for £460,000
A four to five-bedroom dormer bungalow with an extended kitchen/dining/family area is available for £460,000 on Chapel Lane, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran. According to M2 Estate Agents, the property offers “very adaptable spacious accommodation”, a wi...

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Labour pledges to 'freeze' Welsh income tax rates if it leads next government
The Labour Party has said it will ‘freeze’ Welsh rates of income tax if the party leads the next Welsh government, it has been revealed

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
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, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'End of an era' as popular bakery moves location in city after 8 years in their home
Much-loved bakery is relocating to a new home after eight years in the community

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Drug gang used fake NHS vans to smuggle cocaine and heroin through Newport
Drug gang disguised as NHS patient transport drivers has been caught smuggling hundreds of kilograms of cocaine and heroin across the UK

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Newport pub owners react to rising costs and express their concerns
Pub owners in Wales have spoken about how the country’s pub trade is ‘dying’

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Caldicot and Caerphilly

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man left red handprint mark on woman’s bottom after ‘hard slap'
Benjamin Bannan left red handprint mark on woman’s bottom after giving her 'hard slap for his own sexual pleasure'

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Teenager sold heroin and cocaine to fund his £100-a-day cannabis habit
Muhammed Abdullah told police he was “nobody’s b*tch” and served no-one when he was arrested

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0000
From Paralympians returning to football and trampolining - 2006 sporting memories
We took a look deep into the South Wales Argus archive for 10 pictures we printed highlighting sporting achievements at the end of March and start of April 2006.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Local D-Day veteran celebrates 101st birthday
D-Day veteran Mel Hughes from Monmouthshire celebrates his 101st birthday, honoured by MP Catherine Fookes

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Four fantastic things to do in Gwent this weekend
Discover top events in Gwent this weekend, including Newport Music Trail, artisan tastings at, an Easter Funday, and Ystrad Mynach Food Festival.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Gwent pubs and bars live music and events this weekend
Discover live music events and charity gigs in Newport this weekend, including country nights, cover bands, and a Wales Air Ambulance fundraiser.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
The winners of the inaugural Newport Business Awards are stars
I wrote in this column exactly a month ago about how chairing the judging panel at the inaugural Newport Business Awards had been an inspirational experience. Well, that was topped last week as 350 people gathered at Rodney Parade for the awards cere...

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Original red paint shade of castle uncovered after 135 years
Castell Coch’s original Victorian red paint shade uncovered after 135 years by Cadw experts, restoring William Burges’ vision for the iconic Welsh castle.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
New shop opens providing jobs for people with learning disabilities
New clothing store has been established to provide job support for people with learning disabilities

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Welsh writing to be celebrated as new playwrights shine
A night of new Welsh writing is giving first-time playwrights a chance to shine.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Half of public footpaths in Wales are blocked or lack signage'
Inaccessible footpaths and poor signage are locking out millions from enjoying the outdoors.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Welsh train stations were hit by more than 1,000 floods
Climate change is causing growing disruption on the railways.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Monmouth-based travel company wins top industry award
A Monmouthshire-based travel company has been awarded a top industry honour for its outstanding tours.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Trial event announced ahead of full return of popular walking challenge
The Caerphilly Challenge Series will return next year after a break, and an trial event will also take place.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Housebuilder earns top marks for customer satisfaction for six years running
A housebuilder has been awarded top marks for customer satisfaction.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Environmental projects backed by sports sustainability fund take shape
Environmental projects backed by a sports sustainability fund are taking shape across Wales.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Woman fights for more funding for domestic abuse services
Rachel Williams says domestic abuse services are a “lifeline to many, money should never be an issue!” 

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Picture gallery: Action from the South Wales Argus Camera Club
It's all about the action in this collection of pictures from members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The cheapest petrol and diesel in and around Newport right now
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 gets its information direct from garages and from users.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Recruitment experts discuss impact of AI and employment law
A panel event has explored the evolving world of recruitment.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Rooted in Wales initiative encourages people to buy local
Rooted in Wales is a new initiative from the Welsh Government aimed at uniting farmers, growers, fishers, manufacturers, and retailers.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Popular Welsh TrawsCymru routes to become more frequent
Bus users will benefit from more frequent journeys on popular Welsh routes.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Welsh schools to get funding boost as part of drive to improve mental wellbeing
Welsh schools will receive an increase in funding for improved mental health support.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
More say for Welsh government over cross-border railway services
Rail passengers are set to benefit from a new agreement to improve cross-border services.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Future of GP surgeries in Wales welcomed by us, says BMA
A new report into the future of general practice has been welcomed.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Five-bed semi near Chepstow with balcony overlooking garden on market for £600k
A five-bedroom semi-detached home with a balcony overlooking a south-facing garden near Chepstow is on the market for £600,000.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Lives could be saved on our roads as leaders come together to discuss future
Leaders from the police, NHS, and transport sector have met at the Wellcome Collection to mark the launch of The Road Safety Trust’s impact report.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Community canal boat saved from scrapping by corporate donation
A community canal boat has been saved from potential scrapping thanks to a major corporate donation.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 05:00:00 +0000
I really should get out more and I will - after a visit to this steak heaven
I really don’t get out locally as much as I should.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Award-winning Italian restaurant run by Newport brothers named best in Wales
Multi-award winning restaurant run by brothers has been crowned Italian Restaurant of the Year

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
New beer storage facility for company offering popular local stag do activity
A company offering beer bike trips around Cardiff has been granted a licence to store its alcohol in Bath

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Man charged with computer misuse offence appears in court
Tredegar man Adam Saunders is accused of a computer misuse offence

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Four-bed 'extensively renovated' cottage on 2.5 acres of farmland up for £675,000
A four-bedroom cottage set on approximately 2.5 acres of land has come on the market for £675,000

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 14:03:50 +0000
1,064 Gwent homes without power after huge power cut
A mass power cut is affecting homes in Gwent 1,064 homes are without power

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Highway to close permanently so new 15-home development can be built
A highway in Cwmbrân is to close to make way for new housing.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Seven-year-old's fight for life after 'very rare' meningitis case
Seven‑year‑old meningitis survivor Noa‑Rose has raised more than £4,800 for Meningitis Now by climbing Pen y Fan

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Plot of land with permission for two four-bedroom houses for DIY project up for sale
A plot of land with planning permission for two four-bedroom detached houses has been put on the market

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Remembering this once busy Gwent shopping centre from its 1960s heyday
Once-busy shopping centre is stirring fresh hope for the future

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Historic early 17th-century home once owned by famous family for sale
A five-bedroom detached home dating to the early seventeenth century and previously owned by the Kemeys family is for sale in Llanvair Discoed, Monmouthshire.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Alcohol could soon be sold from Newport newsagent seven days a week
A store has applied for a licence to sell alcohol.

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 09:10:04 +0000
Live Police attend crash on busy town road
Live Police called to crash on busy road

Sat, 28 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
EasyJet leaves disabled woman and family stranded for 10 hours
Teri Lorna Ford was left stranded at Alicante Airport for ten hours after staff from EasyJet went on strike

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