South Wales Argus

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Trio jailed for 29 years after buying class A drugs from kingpin
Trio jailed for 29 years after they bought class A drugs worth more than £820,000 from a Newport kingpin

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Council keen to build new respite care centre for adults and children
A new respite centre for adults and children could be built on part of the former Pontllanfraith Comprehensive School site.

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Nine-bed HMO plan likened to ‘sardines in a tin’
A contentious plan for a nine-bed HMO in Newport has been likened to fitting sardines in a tin.

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Plan to turn Newport house into HMO rejected over layout and flooding fears
Councillors have rejected a bid to convert a Newport home into a new HMO on flooding, layout, and size grounds.

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Blackwood

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
A big welcome to the world to these three new arrivals
If you’ve recently had a baby and would like to share your news with us go to www.southwalesargus.co.uk/new-baby/ and fill in our easy-to-use Q&A.

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
When cloudy skies are beautiful : Pictures from around Gwent
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, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
People turning to GoFundMe to cover 'ruinous' funeral costs
People are turning to GoFundMe to cover funeral costs due to traditional funeral pressures.

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Couple who dedicated lives to children after personal tragedy win top award
A Monmouthshire couple who dedicated their lives and careers to helping others after a personal tragedy have won a top award.

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Worrying' rise of violence and shoplifting as Christmas shopping centres open
The Welsh Retail Consortium has highlighted its festive 'ShopKind' campaign to combat rising shop thefts and abuse towards retail staff.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
'It's a nightmare,' dad attending Grange with son airs frustration at parking chaos
A distraught father, frustrated by overcrowded parking at the Grange Hospital, has voiced his concerns online.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Inside the 'attractive' market town that's thriving since bridge tolls were scrapped
The Argus visited Chepstow to look around the historic border town and check out some of the great independent shops and businesses.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Quick-thinking hero acts fast to rescue three dogs from near chip pan fire
A Pontypool man has rescued three dogs from a potential house fire after a chip pan nearly caught alight.

Sun, 07 Dec 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, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Take a look inside this £640,000 five-bedroom house in Newport
A five-bedroom house with a private wooded outlook is for sale on Broadleaf Way, Newport, at £640,000.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Dealer jailed after police find drugs and ‘Uzi-style’ gun in workshop
A Bargoed man has been jailed for 10 years after officers found Class A and B drugs, equipment and an imitation firearm at his Tredegar workshop.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Number of electric vehicle charging bays planned for M4 services could be reduced
Permission for the charging stations was given earlier this year.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Plaque unveiled to remember 'proud gay' Welsh icon
Plaque has been unveiled in Haverfordwest to remember Terry Higgins

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
The secluded retreat in this village is on the market for £650k
A spacious detached bungalow in the picturesque Monmouthshire village of Shirenewton is up for sale with no onward chain

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Four-storey townhouse with 'fantastic' harbour views for sale for £695,000
Views over Tenby’s harbour are a key feature of a four-storey townhouse listed for sale on Crackwell Street at £695,000

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Newport's Tredegar House transformed for incredible Christmas event
We went to the National Trust's Tredegar House in Newport for their '500 Days of Christmas' event.

Sun, 07 Dec 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, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
NOSTALGIA: Memories of the ever popular Gwent carnivals from years gone by
Thousands of people enjoyed Pontypool Party in the Park.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
8 family homes and dream properties across Gwent on the market 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, 07 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
What will be the future for the Old Green roundabout?
In February 2023, Transport for Wales revealed plans to remove Newport’s Old Green roundabout and replace it with a brand new "interchange".

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
'We have to be careful': Concerns over plan to convert former bank to flats
PLANS to convert a former bank in Tredegar into flats have been approved by Blaenau Gwent councillors.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0000
South Wales battered by heavy rain and winds ahead of yellow weather warning
South Wales has been hit by heavy rain and strong winds this weekend, ahead of a yellow weather warning for rain set to take effect on Monday.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:28:00 +0000
Paedophile asked ‘schoolgirl’ to send him pictures of herself without underwear
Caldicot paedophile asked an underage 'schoolgirl' to send him pictures of herself when she wasn’t wearing any underwear

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Newport shines spotlight on local talent at small business Saturday
A celebration of small businesses in Newport took place in the city’s Kingsway Centre

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0000
24-hour service for people to not be alone this Christmas
A national daily stated this: Many older people without any families will be on their own this Christmas.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
UK government 'ignoring' Senedd by bypassing devolved powers - YesCymru
A pro-Welsh independence group has voiced its concern over the UK government's perceived interference in Wales.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Promise to care experienced young people as Council launches new strategy
Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has approved its Corporate Parenting Strategy 2025–2030 which will place the needs and voices of care-experienced children and young people at its core.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Wales new business rates revaluation and relief scheme announced
A new transitional relief scheme is set to help businesses manage rate changes in Wales.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:47:22 +0000
RECAP: Strong winds force closure of Severn Bridge
Due to the weather conditions that are getting worse the M48 Severn Bridge has been closed.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 09:54:02 +0000
RECAP Weather updates: heavy rain forecast as yellow weather warning approaches
With a yellow weather warning for rain on the way we’ll bring you weather updates across the area.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 15:00:00 +0000
Households told to sprinkle washing powder in gardens this month for one reason
A simple hack of sprinkling washing powder in your garden can be a way to deter foxes from entering.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 11:00:00 +0000
The 'often-forgotten button' UK drivers must use this month to avoid hefty fines
Motoring experts are reminding drivers of a button they say is "often-forgotten", which can help with demisting your car quicker.

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0000
Warning to shoppers at John Lewis, B&M, M&S, Asda and more after safety recalls
Customers at John Lewis, Asda, Tesco, Marks and Spencer, B&M and other major UK retailers have been warned to stop using some products “immediately”

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Shoppers urged to check their bank notes for crucial error could make you cash
A rare £20 note was sold for £140.01 on eBay last month and is thought to be so valuable because it features a misprint

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Thug with history of violence punched and strangled girl
Pontypool thug with a history of violence has been jailed after he punched and strangled a girl in a 'terrifying' attack

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Paedophile caught with more than 1,600 images of children being sexually abused
Caerphilly paedophile caught with more than 1,600 indecent images of children being sexually abused

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Young drug dealer was back at it just weeks into suspended sentence
Young Cwmbran drug dealer was caught back at it just weeks into a suspended custodial sentence for similar offences

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Former Newport offices transforming into new 'homeless' accommodation
Plans to transform a Newport office building into temporary housing have been approved, amid safety concerns.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Newport dad travels to nine countries to save son’s Christmas spirit
A Newport father is trying to “save his son’s Christmas spirit” with a magical trip to Lapland.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
House with views over Severn estuary on market for £1 million
A Devauden property, built in the late 1990s, is on the market for £1 million

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
I tried the new addition to Newport Market – and here’s what I thought
Ceylon brings fresh Sri Lankan cooking to Newport Market with standout chicken koththu, fried rice, vegan options, and fresh-made drinks.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Inside one of Newport's most cosy 'country pubs' and its festive menu for 2025
This week's South Wales Argus Pub of the Week is The Dragonfly in Newport.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Parking dispute prompts dozens of objections to plans for new home
Parking and road safety concerns were highlighted by neighbours.

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Historic family home for sale with four acres of grounds in Monmouth
A period family home over 3,800 sq ft with a stone barn, outbuilding and four acres of land is on the market for a guide price of £1,345,000

Sat, 06 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
NOSTALGIA: Remembering Gwent's steelworks and collieries years later
More than 13,000 workers and contractors were present when the Spencer Works, now Llanwern Steelworks, was officially opened by the Queen on October 25, 1962.

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