South Wales Argus

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 17:18:00 +0100
Council workers raise more than £5,000 in just days for a cause close to home
A council catering team has raised more than £5,000 to support breast cancer charities.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Why Gwent police have held no restorative justice meetings for 3 years
Gwent Police has held no restorative justice conferences in the past three years, most often because victims did not want to meet or communicate with offenders.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Decision made on plan for 61 shipping containers at roundabout near busy M4 junction
The site near the Magor Interchange Junction 23A used to be a police post for M4 patrols.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:00:00 +0000
How a neighbourhood restaurant ended up in the running to be UK’s best
Brynmawr restaurant The Hobby Horse is a finalist for Best Restaurant at the 2026 UK Small Business Awards after a year of Welsh accolades.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
21,600 visitors a year predicted for new indoor golf attraction at former factory
It's estimated the attraction could bring more than 21,000 people a year to Caldicot.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Man denies raping and sexually assaulting teenage girl
Ryan Roberts, 30, of Peterborough, has denied raping and sexually assaulting a teenage girl in Cwmbran.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Most rape survivors don't report' as Gwent figures reveal thousands of cases
A leading rape-support charity has warned that most survivors never report sexual violence as figures show thousands of offences recorded by Gwent Police did not lead to a charge or summons.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:30:00 +0000
Welsh Government rejects call for inquiry into historic hazardous waste disposal
Calls for a public inquiry into contaminated land have been rejected by the Welsh Government.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:21:03 +0000
Major rail disruption as emergency services respond to serious incident on railway
A person has been struck by a train, causing major disruption to Great Western Railway services.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 07:45:22 +0000
Major bridge reopens after overnight closure as strong winds finally ease
The M48 Severn Bridge has reopened in both directions after being closed overnight, according to The Severn Bridges.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Drug dealer caught red-handed with heroin and amphetamine when stopped by police
A drug dealer was caught red-handed with heroin and amphetamine when he was pulled over by police in a Brynmawr car park.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'Most rewarding thing I have ever experience' - Off duty hero cop speaks after rescue
A police sergeant has been honoured with a national award after saving a man’s life while off duty in a Cwmbran shop.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Blackwood and Abergavenny

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:42:00 +0000
40,000 sign petition to save 'essential' BBC show as its 'rested' after 27 years
More than 40,000 people have signed a petition to save DIY SOS after the BBC said the show will be rested in 2027 amid ongoing cost cuts.

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:22:00 +0000
Woman who rents field from council is told by council she lacks permission to use it
Torfaen council says field it rents to woman for keeping horses lacks planning permission.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0000
How a mother-of-four’s tragic death ended with a murder admission
Newport mother-of-four Charlene Dowsell was stabbed to death in July. Albert Williams admitted murder at Cardiff Crown Court on October 26, with sentencing due.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Man to face trial accused of strangling woman and attempting to commit sexual offence
Curtis Carvalho, 28, of Newport, has denied strangling a woman and attempting to commit a sexual offence in Caldicot.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0000
Suspicious car led police to discover what was being cooked inside a home
Three men have been sentenced for offences including drug production, theft, and criminal damage following arrests made under Operation Krypton in Newport.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 21:00:00 +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.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:30:00 +0000
Burger business started in family kitchen now chasing huge Welsh title
A burger business that began in a family kitchen is now in the running for a Welsh award.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000
Why police have suddenly stepped up patrols at a popular park
Police have stepped up patrols in a park following reports of antisocial behaviour and damage.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000
Head chef joins 24 professionals competing on MasterChef in career defining moment
Abergavenny chef Jim Foster-Grundy joins BBC One’s MasterChef: The Professionals series 19, judged by Marcus Wareing and Monica Galetti.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0000
Man guilty of controlling and coercive behaviour towards woman
Roberto Brudiu, 31, of Tredegar, was found guilty of controlling and coercive behaviour following a trial at Cardiff Crown Court.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Haulage firms urged to give young drivers a chance amid industry shortage
The government is anxious to encourage young people into employment, while the road haulage industry continues to experience a shortage of qualified HGV drivers.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Six wildlife and waterside pictures from Monmouthshire and Torfaen
Six South Wales Argus Camera Club pictures show wildlife and waterside scenes across Monmouthshire and Torfaen.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Revisiting stories from the last century - including council's laughter at club plea
For more than a century, the South Wales Argus has been providing readers with stories from all over Gwent. Here are just a few of the stories we brought you."

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
10 photos from the Argus' picture archive showing life 20 years ago
Take a trip down memory lane with us as we delve into our picture archive for 10 photos from 20 years ago.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Gwent in 2006: 10 photos capture school choirs, golf success and a record attempt
Take a trip down memory lane with another look back at life across Gwent 20 years ago this week.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Emergency alerts should be sent in one text after Welsh-first wildfire warning delay
Earlier this week I met with the Prime Minister alongside colleagues to discuss an unprecedented summer of wildfires across south Wales. As this fire was ongoing, we received a national emergency alert, the first in Welsh, before waiting a full ten m...

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Six great pictures from around the region
This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and you can see more by visiting the SWACC page on Facebook. More than 5,800 people are signed up as camera club members. Why not join them?

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Shy cat with flea allergy seeks quiet home as sanctuary rules out other pets
A Gwent animal sanctuary is appealing for a new home for a shy cat with a flea allergy.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Welsh commercial property investment surges 43 per cent to £220m
Investment in Welsh commercial property has surged, rising 43 per cent year-on-year to reach £220 million.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Three Welsh authorities rank among UK top five for climate-related home pressures
Three Welsh authorities have ranked among the UK’s top five for climate-related home pressures.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Laura Anne Jones calls Troubles Bill a ‘betrayal’ and condemns Labour MPs
A Reform MS has described the Northern Ireland Troubles Bill as a "betrayal".

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Bellway Wales completes two developments as plans progress across the region
A housebuilder has completed new developments and outlined future plans across the region.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
24-hour charity walk raises nearly £3,000 for dementia research
A 24-hour charity walk has raised nearly £3,000 for dementia research.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Welsh drinks company secures backing to create jobs and move to Tredegar hub
A drinks company has secured investment to support its long-term growth and job creation plans.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Newport woman Doreen Sweeting set to celebrate 100th birthday
A lifelong music and dance enthusiast from Newport is set to celebrate her 100th birthday.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Abergavenny roads to close as £2.4m gas upgrade enters next phase
A £2.4 million gas upgrade scheme is moving forward with rolling road closures to support the next phase of work.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
The Royal Mint’s first female leader Anne Jessopp to step down after 18 years
Anne Jessopp, The Royal Mint’s first female chief executive, will step down in the 2027-28 financial year after an 18-year career with the organisation.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Usk Country Market has served the community for more than 50 years
A traditional market in Monmouthshire with deep community roots is more than 50 years old.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Veteran cycles 100 miles on 1944 wartime bicycle for Poppy Appeal
A veteran has completed a 100-mile cycling challenge around Caerleon on a 1944 BSA Second World War bicycle.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Two little ones to welcome to the world
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Man accused of murdering housing officer at retirement home in court
A man has appeared in court accused of stabbing a housing officer at a retirement home in south Wales.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:36:00 +0000
MP calls for wider Youth Jobs Grant as Blaenau Gwent employers sign up
Nick Smith MP urges ministers to expand the £3,000 Youth Jobs Grant after employers in Blaenau Gwent and Rhymney report benefits for young people across Wales.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:31:00 +0000
Vets is getting bigger and opening its doors for one day only
A veterinary practice is expanding into a neighbouring building.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:19:18 +0000
Drivers warned to check before setting off as major motorway shuts tonight
Drivers heading into Wales face an overnight closure of the M48 Severn Bridge from 8pm tonight.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:05:04 +0000
Drivers face weeks of overnight closures as major roadworks begin after weather delay
Resurfacing work is under way as part of a major improvement scheme.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000
Inside the aftermath of a two-car crash that brought traffic to a halt
A two-car crash sparked a major emergency response and road closure.

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 17:38:24 +0000
Why drivers are still being turned away from this flooded road
Flooding has closed the access road to Waterloo from the A468 in Caerphilly county borough.

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