South Wales Argus
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100'We’re left in the dark' - town traders say bridge closure is crippling footfall
Traders in an award-winning historic market town have said that ongoing construction work in the area is negatively affecting their businesses.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Three streets share huge £1k win in Postcode Lottery - and £20.2 prize awaits in May
Three streets in the South Wales Argus patch are celebrating £1,000 People’s Postcode Lottery wins this month – and players are being told they could share in a £20.2 million prize pot in May’s draws.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Man banned after being caught drink driving more than twice the limit
Bradley Jones, 36, from Penarth was caught drink driving on the B4598 in Abergavenny
Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Family-run car showroom closes site as founder’s legacy shapes future expansion
A used car dealership has closed one of its main showrooms as part of a broader plan to reshape its business.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Pontypool, Ebbw Vale and Blackwood
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Woman caught with cocaine at home ordered to pay £1,784
Jemma Hallett, 45, from Tredegar was caught with the drugs at her home last summer
Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100The ingenious ‘2-minute dust trick' that stops spring allergies taking over your home
Many households are experiencing the same frustrations now that allergy season is in full swing.
Fri, 01 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100'Act now' or lose your landline as UK switch-off deadline fast approaching
‘Don’t ignore this’: Millions warned as UK landline switch-off just months away
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Steve Tilston set to perform at Newport gig as part of UK tour
A folk legend is set to perform in Newport as part of his UK tour.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Almost half of Welsh voters blame government for pub closures
Nearly half of Welsh voters blame government for pub closures.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Taking a look back at when Caerphilly borough residents helped Romanian children
On May 1, 2006, the South Wales Argus reported on how a number of parents and children walked six miles between Cross Keys and Ynysddu to help children in Romania.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Looking back at the building of the City of Newport Footbridge 20 years ago
20 years ago on May 1, 2006, the South Wales Argus reported how work was beginning on the new footbridge over the River Usk in Newport.
Fri, 01 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100Warning as fuel nears 185p a litre at motorway service areas
Motorway travellers are facing petrol prices approaching 185p a litre and more than 205p for diesel, says the AA.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Charity helps vulnerable young people take part in international exchange
An international learning exchange programme in Wales is helping make overseas opportunities more accessible to learners who may previously have faced barriers to participation.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100John le Carré classic hits the stage in city
The popularity of the work of John le Carré shows no signs of abating.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Couple with a love of music celebrate 69 years of marriage
A Newbridge couple have reached the milestone of 69 years of marrigage.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Unpaid carers offered free drop-in support sessions
Unpaid carers will be able to access information and advice at a drop-in event in Newport.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Cardiff Airport becomes official partner for city half marathon
Cardiff Airport has signed on as an official partner for the 2026 Cardiff Half Marathon.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Education must be 'at the epicentre of any plans for Wales' Senedd election
Political parties are being urged to put education at the epicentre of their plans for Wales.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Stunning pictures captured by the South Wales Argus Camera Club
From Highland cows to steam trains and from beautiful sunsets to rural scenes, the members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club have been busy.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Weather forecast for Newport this bank holiday weekend
The Met Office has predicted a mix of prolonged sunny spells and showers for Newport this bank holiday weekend.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Tobacco control charity issues 'smokefree' Senedd election call
A tobacco control charity is calling for political action to help create a smokefree Wales.
Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Fitness classes and social group activities on your doorstep
Allt-yr-Yn/Ridgeway
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100Celebrating 37 years - the nursery that grew with generations of children
Mathern Day Nursery, the oldest established nursery in the Chepstow area, is celebrating 37 years of supporting local families and nurturing young children.
Fri, 01 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100'Overdue' new powers targeting retail crime welcomed by shopkeepers
New powers targeting retail crime have been welcomed as long overdue by shopkeepers.
Fri, 01 May 2026 08:03:06 +0100LIVE - Severe disruption expected all day as many trains services cancelled
Many services between Newport and Ebbw Vale Town have been cancelled and disruption is expected until 10pm this evening. Follow along for the latest updates.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 18:19:48 +0100UK's current terror threat level raised to 'severe' meaning 'attack is highly likely'
Reports have emerged suggesting that the UK's current threat level has increased from substantial to severe.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Residents feel unsafe at night as disorder and violence increase in city centre
Following reports of anti-social behaviour, fresh concerns about safety in Newport city centre have prompted calls for a greater police presence.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100Newport council says Friars Walk closures “not just a local problem”
The council has broken its silence on a rise in shop closures at Friars Walk.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Woman accused of causing serious injury to cyclist after road crash
Stacie Howells, 38, is accused of injuring a cyclist on Commercial Road in the Pill area of Newport
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Bungalow fire at retirement complex shocks residents - here's what we know so far
Fire crews responded to a bungalow fire at Glaslyn Court in Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 15:04:32 +0100Police officer borrows bike from member of public to chase teenage suspect
A Gwent Police officer borrowed a bicycle from a member of the public to search for and arrest a teenage burglary suspect after a shop break-in in Newport city centre.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:19:26 +0100Police up patrols after reports of man approaching pupils near school
Police have undertaken patrols near West Monmouth School in Pontypool after reports of an unknown male approaching pupils.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:01:31 +0100Dramatic rescue as man saved from blazing home
News of a fire at a residential property in the Croesyceiliog area of Cwmbran has shocked and concerned local residents.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100Female drug dealer sentenced after being caught selling cannabis
Jasmine Hart-Hickman, 32, from Newbridge was caught selling cannabis
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Man pleads guilty to controlling, suffocating and assaulting girlfriend
Aiden Ford, 39, pleaded guilty to domestic violence offences committed in Newport
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Man charged after spate of burglaries at Newport city centre businesses
A 35-year-old man has appeared in court charged with three commercial burglaries and three shop thefts after a series of break-ins at Newport businesses in March and April.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100‘It will still look like a family home’- Why council signed off children’s home plan
Plans to convert a house into a children’s home have been given the go-ahead despite concerns from residents.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Hotel installs private dining pod without permission – then seeks approval
Garden pod for drinking and dining put in place at Parkway Hotel before permission was granted
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100Why a councillor says she was punished for challenging Labour plans
Nelson councillor Brenda Miles has joined Caerphilly County Borough Council’s independent group after quitting Labour.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0100Will May Day bank holiday plans survive this changeable weather forecast?
The Met Office has forecast a change in weather for Gwent, with the early summer warmth expected to fade just in time for the May Day bank holiday weekend.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Early morning police raid seizes cash and phones as two arrested in drugs probe
Two men have been arrested following a police raid at Augustus John Close, Newport.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100Library volunteers are no threat to paid staff says council as new plan supported
Fears volunteers could undermine paid staff in libraries raised by councillor.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0100Man charged with drug offences following a police foot chase
A 42-year-old man has been charged with drug offences following a police chase in Bargoed.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0100Premier Inn owner announces plans to cut 3,800 jobs in UK and Ireland
Premier Inn owner Whitbread said it wanted to save money in light of cost pressures coming from business rates and national insurance contributions.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100Voters feel shut out of politics – one party says it has a different approach
The Open Party is a relatively new movement which is running in Wales for the first time this May.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +01002-star hygiene shock as city biryani restaurant told major improvements necessary
A restaurant has been told to improve after receiving a two-star food hygiene rating.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:00:00 +0100Police seize moped after antisocial riding reported in community
A moped has been confiscated by police in the Blaina area today after it had been seen riding in an antisocial manner.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:28:47 +0100Huge streaming rival to Fire TV goes bankrupt - here's what it means for customers
Thomson streaming boxes were a popular alternative to Fire TV Sticks in the UK, being used for Google TV on Android and costing around £59.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Police and fire crews catch driving offenders in joint crackdown
Police and fire services carried out a joint operation aimed at tackling speeding and seat belt offences in Blaenau Gwent