South Wales Argus

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Rogue motorist was drink-driving and driving whilst disqualified in stolen van
Brynmawr motorist was caught drink-driving, driving whilst disqualified and with no insurance in a van he had just stolen.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Man pleads not guilty to rape, attempted rape and sexual assault charges
Newport man who pleads not guilty to rape, attempted rape and sexual assault is to stand trial

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Soldier banned from driving after being caught more than twice alcohol limit
Chepstow soldier banned from driving after being caught more than twice limit

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Arrest made for prolific shoplifter linked with more than 15 offences amid crackdown
A shoplifter has been arrested as part of ongoing efforts to tackle retail crime and antisocial behaviour in the city centre.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Former police station transformed into an award-winning supported living scheme
A former police station in Caerphilly has been transformed into an award-winning scheme.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Newport named one of the 10 best UK cities for culture and heritage by new report
The only city in Gwent has been included in a list of the top UK cities for cultural exploration.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'Ordinary-looking' family home is lawful as supported living facility for 5 adults
A city home will be used as a supported living facility after authorities confirmed this is lawful.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Blackwood, Ebbw Vale and Abergavenny

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
New website to support voters launches in March ahead of Senedd elections
A new website to help voters in Wales feel more confident at the polls will launch in March 2026.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Community spirit shines during Blaenau Gwent Volunteer Week
A weeklong clean-up campaign has seen 57 dedicated volunteers come together to improve local green spaces, parks, waterways and public paths in a powerful show of community pride and environmental action.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
BREAKING: £1,000 A DAY for 20 YEARS* could start TONIGHT - get 2 bets from just £1.50
Brits have a rare chance tonight to lock in £1,000 every single day for the next 20 years* by betting on one of America's most talked-about lottery games.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:36:17 +0000
Traffic Watch delays building on key Gwent routes
The roads are looking very busy this morning

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Brits are most adventurous with taste at the age of 26, according to research
Brits are most adventurous with taste at the age of 26, according to research.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Claudia Winkleman lands exciting new TV role following Strictly Come Dancing exit
Claudia Winkleman left Strictly Come Dancing with co-host Tess Daly in December 2025 and has now announced a new TV role at Crufts 2026.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:43:15 +0000
Aldi apologises and offers refund after 'traumatised' shopper found starfish in meal
Aldi apologised for the "unexpected guests she found", which they claim are common starfish and not harmful, and provided a full refund.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Dog owners warned they could face £2,000 fines over little known rule
Whether you've recently passed your test or have been driving for years, there are some rules in the Highway Code that many people don't even know exist

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:56:04 +0000
Boots urges shoppers to stop using skin product 'immediately' over health risks
Boots and Tk Maxx are urging shoppers to 'immediately stop' using an eye cream they were selling

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Martin Lewis issues urgent warning for couples with joint bank accounts
Martin Lewis explains how joint accounts can leave you vulnerable, shares advice on freezing accounts, complaints, and protecting yourself financially.

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Nationwide £100 Fairer Share bonus tips to claim a payment in 2026
Find out who usually qualifies for the Nationwide fairer share £100 bonus and see how to ensure you dont miss out on payments this year

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
How to spot and stop damp and condensation in your home after record UK rain
Most damp and mould is down to either condensation , penetrating damp or rising damp - here's how to work out which type it is and fix it quickly

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Thug launched foul-mouthed tirade after being jailed for violent street assault
Violent thug Jordan Pole, of Caerphilly, launched a foul-mouthed tirade after he was jailed for kicking a mother when she confronted him for his behaviour.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:53:56 +0000
Bike-riding drug dealer caught after dropping his phone while fleeing cops
Newport drug dealer caught after dropping his mobile phone while fleeing cops on electric bike

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Mysterious humming noise plaguing residents for the last 12 months may be located
Investigations have reopened into a mysterious ‘humming noise’ echoing across parts of Newport.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:12:36 +0000
Everything we know about a fire that tore through businesses at industrial estate
Emergency services remain at the scene of a fire on Commercial Street in Pontllanfraith.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:05:56 +0000
Woman pushed husband out of conservatory and in face as she tried to lock him out
Pontypool woman pushed her husband out of their conservatory and then in the face as she tried to lock him out of their house.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:41:08 +0000
Boy, 17, died after being stabbed with zombie-style knife, court hears
Abertridwr boy, Tristan Shae Kerr, 17, died after being stabbed with zombie-style knife, court hears

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Tributes paid to local rugby 'legend' and gentle giant following death at just 45
The family and friends of a local ‘rugby legend’ have shared heartfelt tributes to a man they say will never be forgotten.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Drug boss to pay back just a fraction of his profits
Newport drug boss Luke Brown to pay back just a fraction of his profits

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 17:23:03 +0000
'We will love you for a life time' - Family pay heartfelt tribute to 'precious boy'
The family of 17-year-old Tristan Shae Kerr have paid tribute after his death in Abertridwr as four people are charged with murder.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
‘The sky was orange’ - residents describe night of fear as fire tore through village
The Pontllanfraith community is still coming to terms with a devastating fire that destroyed a number of businesses in the area.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Conversion of home to HMO blocked due to city's 'significantly high' concentration
Plans to turn a family home into shared housing have been blocked due to concerns over community impact and the 'significantly high' number of HMOs already in place

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Bike and bus lanes on A48 would give 'more transport options' to Newport and Cardiff
New bike and bus lanes between Newport and Cardiff are still at the design stage but will give people “more transport options” when they are completed, a minister has said.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Paedophile jailed after sexually assaulting little boy
Caldicot man jailed for sexually assaulting a little boy

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Hundreds of potholes fixed across Newport amid rapidly rising demand this winter
Newport residents have expressed their concern and anger regarding potholes in Newport.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Man charged with raping 15-year-old girl appears in court
Tredegar man charged with raping 15-year-old girl appears at Newport Magistrates' Court

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Takeaway and seven flats proposal refused for former pub
Council planners have turned down proposals for a new takeaway and seven flats at a former pub in Bargoed.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0000
Android users warned about new bug that steals private data - which apps to delete
Android users are being warned about a new bug called Arsink that allows hackers access to private data and gives them remote control of their phone.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:51:17 +0000
Grandparents can boost their DWP State Pension with childcare NI credits, here's how
Grandparents who care for their grandchildren could be eligible for Class 3 National Insurance (NI) credits, which count towards their state pension

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Disqualified motorbike rider led police on dangerous 110mph high speed chase in city
A disqualified rider who led police on a high-speed chase exceeding 110mph has been remanded in custody after pleading guilty to a string of offences.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Plans submitted for new parkside cafe and car park revamp expected to make 36 jobs
Plans for a new parkside cafe have been submitted for planning permission

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Convicted sex offender sent pictures of his penis to '14-year-old girl'
CONVICTED sex offender Asher Griffiths, 26, of Newport, messaged who he thought was 14-year-old girl and sent her pictures of his penis.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Welsh bakery flooded with support after 'damaging' and 'false' review
Customers have rallied around an independent bakery after it received a single one-star review that they said "knocked the wind out of us".

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Cwmbran, Tredegar and Caerphilly

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Driving at speed and revving the engine led to this driver's car being seized
A car has been seized by police in Bargoed following repeated reports of anti-social driving.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Gwent school praised for improving self-evaluation and Welsh skills with all pupils
A Gwent school has been praised by Estyn for its commitment to improving Welsh language skills with its students

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Police arrest driver caught without insurance and seize car
A man has been arrested for driving without insurance.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Hundreds of schools in Wales have signed up to bring tennis to pupils
More than 1,000 teachers across 900 schools in Wales have now been trained to bring tennis into the classroom.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Cyber security takes centre stage at business networking event in Newport
Cyber security is the topic of conversation at a business networking event in Newport.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0000
I'll be there for you: Valentine's Day screening of Friends and free Maccies on offer
McDonald's and Warner Bros are hosting a Friends screening at a Newport cinema on Valentine's Day.

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Woman climbs Kilimanjaro to raise money for the nurses who looked after her mother
A woman climbed Mount Kilimanjaro in memory of her parents and to raise money for the local District Nursing team.

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