Four defendants are due to go on trial at Newport Crown Court accused of the murder of 17-year-old boy Tristan Kerr in Abertridwr, Caerphilly

A Newport man has pleaded not guilty to a rape allegation and a five-day trial has been scheduled for November 2027

In court from Newport, Abertillery, Caerphilly and Abergavenny

Today, The Argus is telling the Welsh Government to keep its hands off our junctions.

Take a trip down memory lane by revisiting 2006 pictures from the South Wales Argus archive.

Here we bring you just a few of the stories reported in the South Wales Argus 50 and 100 years ago.

We have been taking a trip down memory lane by revisiting 2006 pictures from the South Wales Argus archive. Here's some from October 2006.

Matthew Rhys has picked up a top acting award for his latest screen role The Beast in Me at BAFTA Cymru 2026

A beauty spot has issued an urgent warning after a "significant amount" of algae was found in its ponds.

A new report has praised the positive impact of social services on people’s lives.

Newport City Council recorded 6,933 potholes and spent £1.8 million on repairs over three years, according to Freedom of Information figures.

David Kilminster, 36, from Pontypool has admitted breaching a five-year restraining order by contacting his ex-partner

Aldi has brought back its Vertical Air Fryer to stores, which is £220 cheaper than a branded alternative

A new fund that could help bring empty shops back into use backed by Monmouthshire council.

Chantelle Bennett, 36, from Newport has been found guilty of assault, threatening behaviour, a racially aggravated public order offence and two bail breaches

A heavy emergency services presence sparked alarm in the Pillgwenlly area of Newport

These pups have all the love in the world to give

Caerphilly Castle will feature tonight when Antiques Roadshow broadcasts its first episode filmed at the landmark.

A "magnificent" 17th-century barn conversion in Chepstow has come on the market for £3 million.

I can't believe the working class are defending millionaires and billionaires but when they are constant drip fed the war on benefits by the right-wing media and parties, it's no surprise.

Chris Evans MP on dementia and its large potential financial costs.

Congratulations to Claire Lucas on her appointment of CMO to the Welsh homeless charity Emmaus South Wales.

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Three schools have been named finalists for School of the Year at the South Wales Community Awards 2026, after being recognised for supporting pupils and strengthening their communities.

A driver in Torfaen was caught doing more than double the speed limit during a police operation after concerns were raised about speeding.

A 'unique' home in Newport with the potential for six bedrooms has gone on the market.

Overnight maintenance will cause disruption on both carriageways of the M4 between two Newport junctions for five nights.

A charitable trust is backing an award that celebrates the impact of schools on their communities.

From pubs and takeaways to butchers and supermarkets, these six Newport businesses all hold the highest possible five-star food hygiene rating.

Three people have been arrested and drugs and cash seized during a police operation in Newport.

Armed police were among emergency services called to a Pillgwenlly street during an overnight incident

Armed police and ambulances attended an incident in a Newport residential area on Saturday night.

Reports of armed police and a large emergency services presence in an area of Pill Police, ambulance and armed officers were seen in the Capel Crescent area Social media reports suggested they were attending a violent incident

Chan's Noodle Bar in Cwmbran is under new ownership, with updated recipes, huge portions and a new menu inspired by mystery chef 'Uncle Chan'.

In court from Newport, Abertillery, Caerphilly and Abergavenny

A Newport campaigner says concerns about Monsanto waste and contaminated land remain despite renewed attention from Michael Sheen and a BBC documentary.

Aldi has confirmed plans for a new Newport store as part of a £1.6 billion expansion programme that will see 80 new stores open across the UK.

Claim better maintaining bridleways could contribute towards road safety in Monmouthshire.

Caerphilly Council plans a partnership with Wales’ Disused Tips Authority to inspect former coal tips and join a national Centre of Excellence for safety.

Shoppers at Home Bargains are being warned not to eat two recalled items if they have allergies, sensitivities or intolerances to some allergens.

A major car park operator with more than 800 sites in the UK has entered administration again.

The public has rallied around King Charles III following a bid to prosecute him in an international court.

As diesel prices hit an all-time high and petrol continues to soar, help is here.

Lidl has removed its Way To Go! chocolate bar range from its supermarkets, six years after it first launched.

Vital support service to families across Gwent extended by a month as contract talks continue.

A Newport property has been closed for three months after neighbours reported violence, anti-social behaviour and people shouting and screaming at all hours

Almost six years ago, Lord Burns unveiled what was supposed to be a transformative vision for Newport.

Blackwood woman admits assaulting four police officers, breaching a criminal behaviour order and being drunk and disorderly

Gwent Police have seized drugs and a moped during patrols targeting anti-social behaviour in Caerphilly

In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Caerphilly