South Wales Argus

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Mum says £45k Trecco Bay holiday home is 'nightmare' and 'constant source of stress'
Emma Corten says a £45,000 caravan at Trecco Bay has been blighted by faults, broken repair promises and a buy‑back offer of around £10,000.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man sentenced for causing GBH and ABH to girlfriend
Man admitted causing grievous bodily harm and assault occasioning actual bodily harm to his girlfriend in Newport

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Woman hospitalised with 'life-threatening injuries' after crash
A woman is in hospital with life-threatening injuries following a late-night crash.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Why a councillor insists travellers can’t simply be ‘moved on’ from public green land
A councillor has spoken out to explain why travellers cannot simply be moved on from a public green space.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
Just in court from Newport, Nantyglo, Cwmbran and Risca

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Huge buzz as popular street food favourite confirms Newport Market launch
Seafood favourite Rock & Scallop announces new South Wales opening this June after huge demand.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Council apologises after failures over son’s ‘unsuitable’ housing placement
Caerphilly County Borough Council has apologised to a man who raised concerns about his son’s “unsuitable” supported housing placement.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0100
UK food company supplier dissolved with £150k debts after 17 years
A food company based in Banbury which supplied across the UK has dissolved with £150k debts after 17 years trading.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
What is a Strawberry Moon? Exactly when you can see it in UK skies in June 2026
The Strawberry Moon will be visible in UK skies this month - here's exactly when you can see it and how it got its name.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Major UK cycling company closes after 22 years as it enters administration
Major UK cycling company, Saddleback, is "no longer operational" after collapsing into administration.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Doctor Who boss makes a promise to fans as speculation over next Doctor grows
Doctor Who's current showrunner has promised fans that news on who the next Doctor will be is on its way.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Volunteers protecting rare butterfly celebrate their work with regular curry nights
A group of volunteers and conservationists is celebrating efforts to protect Wales's rarest butterfly with regular curry nights.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Six great pictures showing Gwent at its best
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?

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South Wales law firm gives up fees to raise £1,400 for charity
A South Wales law firm has raised £1,400 by giving up its usual fees during an annual charity campaign.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Illegal vapes surge fuelling public concern with reports at 'one every five hours'
Illegal tobacco and vaping products are fuelling a surge in public concern, according to ASH Wales.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New campaign urges parents to keep children rear-facing in car seats
A national campaign is urging parents to keep young children rear-facing in car seats until at least the age of four.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Celtic Collection culinary director receives international recognition
A key figure in the Welsh hospitality industry has received international recognition for his contributions to the culinary world.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Student dedicates 150 hours supporting people through South Wales services
A student from Newport has dedicated more than 150 hours supporting people across South Wales through counselling and mental health services while training to become a counsellor.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cardiff University ranked best university in Wales
Cardiff University has been ranked as the top university in Wales.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Childline reveals young people's worries about sexuality and gender identity
Children are being encouraged to access confidential support during Pride Month.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Welsh Ambulance Service celebrates volunteers' contributions
The Welsh Ambulance Service is celebrating the vital contributions of its volunteers.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Average petrol price in Wales hits 158.9p per litre
Petrol prices in Wales hit an average of 158.9p per litre in the week ending May 31, up 1.3p from 157.6p two weeks earlier, according to the latest figures from the Oil Market Journal.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Volunteer week to help Torfaen residents make a difference
A Torfaen councillor is calling on residents to roll up their sleeves and join in a week of volunteering.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Newport law firm appoints new solicitor and paralegal
Newport-based law firm Bellavia & Associates has appointed corporate solicitor Natasha Dias and paralegal Blythe Beddoe.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rare Mickey Mouse children's gas mask from Second World War discovered
A rare Mickey Mouse gas mask designed for children during the Second World War has been uncovered after more than 80 years.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charming 17th-century Monmouthshire farmhouse up for sale
A charming 17th-century four-bedroom farmhouse in Llangovan, Monmouthshire, is up for sale with a guide price of £1.1 million.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
When Torfaen council will hold its next full meeting
Torfaen County Borough Council is holding a full council meeting on June 9.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How a Cwmbran care home is supporting residents with dementia
A Cwmbran care home is taking a new approach to dementia care.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Warning issued as younger adults eat more takeaways than other age groups
Younger adults are eating more takeaways and on-the-go meals than any other age group.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Charity urges people to get screened during World Heart Rhythm Week
A heart charity is urging people to get screened during World Heart Rhythm Week.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
South Wales towns to get upgraded 5G+ network ahead of summer
Newport, Chepstow and Monmouth are among the latest towns to benefit from a mobile connectivity upgrade.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Salvation Army pays tribute to selfless volunteers this week
The Salvation Army has paid tribute to the people who power its community services.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Could you give a home to an energetic collie with epilepsy?
An energetic collie with epilepsy is looking for a special home.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New family support hub opens offering childcare advice, activities and groups
Blaenau Gwent County Borough Council has opened a Family Support Hub to offer families in the county a single point of contact for advice and services, including early years support, childcare information, events, and parent and toddler groups.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Bargain home sells for £46,000 after competitive auction bidding
A traditional stone-built mid terraced house on a sloping street in Abertillery has sold for £46,000 at auction.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100
5 South Wales universities named among the UK's best in new 2027 rankings
Five South Wales universities have featured among the UK's best in the 2027 Complete University Guide rankings - see which ones made the list.

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 08:27:19 +0100
25 Aldi supermarkets set to be upgraded this summer - see the full list
The summer upgrades are part of the retailer’s £300 million investment into existing stores across the UK

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Woman fears ‘arranging a funeral’ after prisoner transfer despite death threats
A woman says she fears she will be “arranging a funeral” after a prisoner was transferred from Cardiff Prison to Parc Prison despite warnings of death threats.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Grand National-winning trainer avoids driving ban after M4 speeding offence
Grand National-winning trainer Venetia Williams has avoided a driving ban after she was caught speeding on the M4 motorway in Newport

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Newport’s worst parking hotspot revealed – and what residents and drivers had to say
New figures reveal the three Newport streets where drivers are most likely to be hit with parking fines, with thousands of Penalty Charge Notices issued.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 17:19:23 +0100
Legal threat as police allow trans staff to use toilets based on gender identity
Gwent Police has responded after reports it could face legal action over staff toilets guidance following the Supreme Court’s ruling on sex.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Teenage boy taken to hospital after concern for safety incident
A teenage boy was taken to hospital after police were called to a concern for safety incident on Penygraig Road, Llanwenarth, near the Sugarloaf.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:51:52 +0100
Two teenagers stabbed in city park in 'very concerning' knife attack
A knife attack has left two teenagers injured and a community shaken. Two teenage boys have been taken to hospital after a stabbing in a local park.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Reading gets boost as inspectors praise primary school’s ‘rich, real‑life’ lessons
Bright ideas and real-world learning are shaping success at a primary school.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Man, 45, charged after late-night plain-clothes police swoop over 6 alleged offences
A man has been arrested and charged following a plain-clothed police operation in Newport.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Iconic family furniture store to undergo major transformation after 70 years
One of Newport’s best-known family businesses, George Street Furnishers, is set for a major transformation.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 15:34:00 +0100
Beloved restaurant to close for good in 2 weeks as fiery new favourite to move in
A popular restaurant will close its doors after years of serving the community.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'All life is ruined from it’ - Flood-hit villagers to leave homes after years of fear
Entire street forced to sell up to council for £2m after flooding six years in a row.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
School transport cuts plan explained as council leader seeks more funding
Cost-cutting changes to school transport in Caerphilly remain on the table, as the county borough council’s leader appeals to the new Welsh Government for more funding.

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Watch: Handcuffed driver speeds off from police at petrol station
This video shows the moment a convicted armed robber drove off from officers at an Asda petrol station while handcuffed in his Mitsubishi Outlander SUV

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