South Wales Argus

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'It's getting dangerous': police crackdown on dirt bike riders posing a serious risk
Gwent Police are working alongside youth offending services to tackle youth crime and seize dangerous off-road vehicles following a surge in off-road bike and quad activity.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
What are the solutions to finally solving congestion that plagues a key town?
Congestion is a major talking point in this town and has been for years.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
City office building to be transformed into nursery creating 15 jobs
A Newport office building on West Market Street, Pill, will become a children’s nursery for 27, with planning approval granted.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'Key piece' of local history unearthed during leisure centre construction
A key piece of Newport’s history has been unearthed by sheer chance!

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Caerphilly

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Woman can finally move into £6m Omaze home after year long planning row
A woman who won a £6M home can finally move in after more than a year - as lengthy planning problems were finally resolved.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Universal credit health benefit to be cut for new claimants as reforms take effect
The Government says welfare changes coming in this week will overhaul the benefits system.

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man, 75, ordered to pay £1,045 after he admits violent assaults
Paul Taylor, 75, from Gilwern ordered to pay more than £1,000 after carrying out two violent assaults

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Illegally dumped rubbish reports skyrocket - what's causing the fly-tipping epidemic?
2023/24 marked the highest recorded reports of fly-tipping in the city with this number decreasing by 10% for the next year

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Strong smell of petrol sparks multi-agency investigation into fuel spill incident
Natural Resources Wales has launched an investigation after a strong smell of fuel was reported in Caerphilly.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Wanted man admits stealing jewellery in house burglary
Pontypool man Nino Edwards pleads guilty to stealing jewellery in Chepstow house burglary

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
'He is coming to get me' - child wakes screaming after attempted abduction
A stranger attempted to kidnap two children at a busy park in front of their mums

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Stalker hid in bushes behind woman’s home during harassment campaign against her
Caldicot stalker George Selwood harassed woman by sending her emails and hiding in bushes behind her home

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Why fire crews descended on this Gwent high-rise building
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service led a high-rise evacuation drill in Cwmbran, testing Grenfell-inspired procedures to enhance fire safety.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:56:09 +0100
Calls for Keir Starmer to ban Kanye West from UK amid Wireless Festival performance
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is facing calls to ban American rapper Kanye West from the UK ahead of his Wireless Festival performance.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Join the best singalong of 2026 as viral sensation brings 'Primary Bangers' to Wales
Viral sensation James B Partridge adds extra Monmouth date to his sell-out Primary School Bangers UK tour.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:58:28 +0100
ITV is closing down one of it's most beloved TV channels for good after 42 years
ITV will be closing down one of its most beloved TV channels for good after 42 years.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
BBC's new period drama The Other Bennet Sister filmed close to home
The Other Bennet Sister transforms a Newport arcade into a Victorian market

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Blaenavon and Caerphilly

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Woman fined for illegally collecting rent
Chepstow woman Alison Lawson fined for illegally collecting rent

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'I see no reason for parking charges at Tredegar Park and Fourteen Locks'
Mike Enea questions parking charges across Newport, at Tredegar Park and the Fourteen Locks

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Four-bedroom home with semi-rural feel goes on the market
Spacious four-bedroom detached home for sale in Penperlleni, Pontypool for £675,000. Ideal for families, commuters, near schools, M4, countryside walks.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The stunning fish and chip shop once named among the UK's best
Ship Deck, Trethomas (Caerphilly) was once named among the UK's top 20 best fish and chip by The Guardian

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 15:31:47 +0100
M48 Severn Bridge re-opens after earlier 'police incident' - RECAP
The M48 Severn Bridge has re-opened after an earlier closure due to a police incident.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:21:34 +0100
LIVE - Bank holiday traffic causing delays on motorway network
Bank holiday traffic is growing on the motorway network around Newport, this afternoon.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Remembering nightclubs and classic pubs in Newport and the valleys
Many locals will have fond memories of such as TJs night club known for its live music and disco nights and classic pubs like The Two Brewers in Chepstow

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:10:19 +0100
Missing 16-year-old found following police appeal
Police are appealing to find missing 16-year-old Cody from Hengoed.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 08:08:46 +0100
Police appeal to find missing 16-year-old
Gwent Police are looking for 16-year-old Rory, who is reported missing from Monmouthshire.

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Why Newport's future may hinge on its struggling high street
Members of the public voice their concerns over the state of Newport’s once-busiest street and question its regeneration

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Woman pleads guilty to dangerous driving
Blackwood woman Gabrielle Tilley pleads guilty to dangerous driving

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Traditional pub with 'crown jewel' beer garden and generous portions
A pub in Llantarnam has been serving customers for around 300 years and has a 'stunning' beer garden

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100
DVLA £1,000 warning to million drivers who passed their test before 2017
Failing to return an expired licence to the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is an offence and can land you a £1,000 fine

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Royal Mint reveals the 18 rarest Queen Elizabeth II coins still in circulation
These are the rare coins to look out for in your change, including a coveted Kew Gardens 50p and a selection of special alphabet 10p coins

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Nationwide new deals could add £347 cash to your account this year - here's how
Nationwide Building Society is launching new higher-rate ISAs but the housing market could soon feel the impact of global turmoil.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:46:57 +0100
Man who threatened to shoot police officers back behind bars
Newport man Lewis Enos who threatened to shoot police officers is back behind bars

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100
What do official figures say about ambulance performance in Gwent?
We take a look at figures intended to measure how the ambulance services is performing.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:28:00 +0100
New website revisits the heyday of legendary city nightclub
A brand-new website has launched, giving past clubgoers the opportunity to venture back to 'Enigma' club nights at V3 in Newport.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:30:00 +0100
Woman accused of £492,000 frauds appears in court
Newport woman Lucy Paginton is accused of being involved in two frauds valued at £492,000

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:38:59 +0100
Man guilty of sexually assaulting girl, 14, and sending picture of genitals
Abercarn man Ryan Thomas guilty of sexually assaulting 14-year-old and sending person a picture and a film of genitals

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:20:27 +0100
Lauren Price looking ahead to wedding after victory over Stephanie Pineiro
Lauren Price looking ahead to wedding after victory over Stephanie Pineiro

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 11:57:21 +0100
Man and woman accused of illegal dog breeding and animal welfare offences
Ebbw Vale duo Stephen Steed and Laura Price are accused of illegal dog breeding

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man accused of operating as loan shark appears in court
Newport man Daryl Marc Snook is accused of operating as a loan shark

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 23:30:00 +0100
The latest planning decisions in Newport
These are the latest planning decisions made by Newport City Council, from between March 23 and 29.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Semi-detached three-bedroom property with home office space for sale
Three-bedroom semi-detached house for sale on Ridgeway Park Road, Newport. £425,000. Excellent schools, M4 access, city centre amenities, and private garden

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Newport novelist shortlisted for national romantic fiction prize
Newport author Luisa A Jones shortlisted for the 2026 Romantic Novel of the Year Awards for What We Left Behind, in the RNA’s Saga Romance category.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Cheapest petrol and diesel in Newport this week
Here are the cheapest prices for petrol and diesel in Newport, this week

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'We have at least one major event every month, this year'
Kevin Ward on Newport's varied event calendar, including the Marathon and Newport Music Trail.

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The five best walks in Bannau Brycheiniog - or the Brecon Beacons National Park
See the top 5 rated walks in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) according to outdoor app AllTrails

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:32:51 +0100
Man accused of theft and failing to fit ventilation systems he was paid for
Chris Purnell is accused of stealing money and failing to fit ventilation systems at properties he had been paid for in Newport

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 14:50:48 +0100
South Wales will be hotter than Barcelona this week, according to the Met Office
The Met Office has predicted highs of 21 degrees across south Wales, this week.

home