South Wales Argus

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Dealer crashed his e-bike than swung at police officer as he fled
‘Frequent and busy’ drug dealer Joshua Marchant, 29, from Newport, was busted after phones seized in two separate police raids were linked to him.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
City leader warns of 'leaving next generation behind' as digital services expand
Newport City Council is running a customer contact improvement project designed to create a smoother experience for the city’s residents.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Jamaican-origin Newport man launches donation drive to help families hit by hurricane
Jamaican origin, Newport man is collecting donations to help families in Jamaica affected by Hurricane Melissa.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Man denies raping and indecently assaulting young girl when he was a minor
Pontypool man pleads not guilty to raping and indecently assaulting a young girl when he was a minor in the 1990s and 2000s.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
First woman appointed leader of council's Plaid Cymru group
Note to editors: New photo included, and ‘Welsh-speaking’ added to final paragraph.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Extra £20,000 to help warm spaces in one Gwent borough this winter
More money is being made available for hosting warm spaces in this part of Gwent.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Multi-award-winning caterer named 'Best Food and Drink Business of the Year'
A catering company was named 'Best Food and Drink Business of the Year' at the South Wales Community Awards 2025

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Gorgeous family home with countryside views for sale for over £300k
A semi-detached three-bedroom house in a quiet cul-de-sac in Llanwern is on the market with a guide price of £340,000 - £350,000

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:55:08 +0000
LIVE: 'Deep flooding' reported across Gwent following yellow weather warning
There were reports of 'deep flooding' across Gwent following a yellow weather warning.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:26:28 +0000
LIVE: Updates after reports of car exploding on Gwent A-road
There have been reports of a car exploding on A4048 in Tredegar.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:30:00 +0000
Fan-favourite Emmerdale star 'killed off' but there is a huge twist
A beloved Emmerdale star has been killed off, but there is a massive twist for fans of the ITV show to be aware of.

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 07:00:00 +0000
How to check exact date you get your State Pension and DWP warning it may change
The DWP has the exact date you get your State Pension - with a warning 'it might change'

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
UK households urged to use simple 65p hack to reduce condensation on a budget
UK households are being urged to use this simple 65p hack to reduce condensation overnight if you are on a budget

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Banned driver who deliberately drove wrong way down A48 avoided crash by sheer chance
BANNED driver Ojay James, 35, drove at high speed the wrong way down the A48 and only avoided a serious crash by “sheer chance”, a court heard.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Project manager submitted phoney invoices for £58k during care home development
A project manager submitted phoney invoices for more than £58,000 when she supervised the development of a former care home in Newport

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 10:30:00 +0000
Grieving family member thanks public for support and urges people to be respectful
A family affected by tragedy has urged people to show ‘respect’ during their heartbreak.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Paedophile stole Cartier watch and jewellery during burglary
Newport paedophile, who stole a Cartier watch and jewellery during a burglary, in Cardiff was jailed for having intercourse with an underage girl

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Calls to tackle children’s ‘dangerous and illegal’ use of e-scooters to go to school
A councillor in Newport has called for “real accountability” to stop children riding electric scooters to and from school.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:27:40 +0000
Met Office issues update on today's yellow weather warning for Wales
A yellow weather warning for rain has been extended across Wales.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Warning new car parking charges could damage high streets
Higher prices at Caerphilly Council’s car parks must be monitored to prevent any negative impacts on visitor numbers, a councillor has said.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Club latest in city to take fight against spiking seriously
Mojos nightclub in Newport has introduced anti-spiking initiatives and 'Ask for Angela' to keep customers safe.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Here's just how much senior officers working for two Gwent councils could earn
Salaries for senior staff who will work for two neighbouring councils agreed.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Concerns over rising crime rates as plans for HMO receive objections
Plans to convert a family home into a house of multiple occupation (HMO) have been met with objections

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
'I was absolutely shocked' - Business owner wins top honour at awards
A business owner has been recognised for her dedication to making others feel good.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Two new digital billboards could be set to be installed in city
Two new digital billboards are proposed to be installed in Newport

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Historic 170-year-old church with stained glass windows up for auction
An historic church with roots reaching back to the earliest English-speaking places of religious worship in a south Wales valleys town is now closed and up for sale at auction

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Theatre company to bring glowing performance to stage this autumn
A theatre company is set to bring a glowing performance to the stage this autumn.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Urban explorers snoop around closed down 60 bedroom hotel with everything left inside
The iconic Pembrokeshire hotel closed more than five years ago, but the cellar is still stocked and a piano with local history still stands, ready to play, in the ballroom.

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

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Much loved headmistress takes home 'Teacher of the Year' title at awards
A much loved teacher took home the title of 'Teacher of the Year' at the South Wales Community Awards 2025

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Bargain home in picturesque village up for auction for price of second-hand car
A terraced house in the picturesque Gwent valleys is up for auction for the price of a second-hand car

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
How Newport girls responded when Wales women played at Rodney Parade
Excitement was palpable among fans as Wales' women's football team returned to Newport to face off against Poland.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Six fantastic South Wales Argus Camera Club pictures
Take a look at these six amazing South Wales Argus Camera Club pictures!

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Councillor leader: Choice between the environment and the economy is a false choice.
Torfaen was one of the first councils in Wales to declare a climate and nature emergency.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
The latest planning applications submitted in Torfaen
Here are the latest planning applications submitted to Torfaen County Borough Council.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Best South Wales Argus Camera Club pictures of the day
Here are four of the best pictures from the South Wales Argus camera club today.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Blackwood teenage brothers win investor award for property
Blackwood brothers have been recognised for their property investment skills.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Here are the latest approved Torfaen planning applications
Here are the latest planning applications approved by Torfaen County Borough Council.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
New campaign encourages people to seek help from pharmacies
A new campaign is encouraging people to seek health advice from their local pharmacy across Wales.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Finance firm expands team with banking professional
A finance firm has expanded its team with the appointment of an experienced banking professional to its Caerphilly office.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
MP meets with Guide Dogs to discuss pavement parking
Torfaen MP Nick Thomas-Symonds met with Guide Dogs volunteers to discuss pavement parking.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Wales to benefit from £9bn military housing investment
A major upgrade is on the way for military housing in Wales.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Ex-Witcher stunt double joins Abergavenny-based firm
A European business development manager who once worked as a stunt double on Netflix hit The Witcher has joined an Abergavenny firm.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Latest planning applications approved in Monmouthshire
Here are the latest planning applications to be approved by Monmouthshire County Council.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Best South Wales Argus Camera Club pics of the day
Here are four of the best pictures from the South Wales Argus camera club today.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Wales Festival of Remembrance took place in Newport
The public came together in a powerful display of gratitude and remembrance in Newport.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Agency nominated for three international marketing awards
A female-led agency created by a Newport woman has been shortlisted for three international marketing awards.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Royal Ballet production to be screened in Chepstow
A Royal Ballet production is to be screened in Chepstow.

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Reopening train station isn't just about transport'
At times, it feels like the people of Abertillery have been waiting for a train that will never come. The town lost its station back in 1962, and since then promise after promise has been made that the line from Llanhilleth would be extended and Aber...

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