South Wales Argus

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
This rogue motorist ignored driving ban three times before being jailed
David Cousins, 29, from Newport was locked up for continually ignoring his ban

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
More than 100 dangerous dogs put down as Newport named region's worst hotspot
Newport tops the list for dangerous dog incidents across Gwent, with the highest number of dogs seized and put to sleep.

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Six flats could be created inside former city centre hotel - plans now out for views
A former hotel in Newport city centre could be redeveloped further with the addition of six new flats.

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Wheelchair access row over beauty spot footbridge — what council will do next
A call has been made to improve access to a footbridge leading to Cwmbran Boating Lake.

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Cwmbran and Caldicot

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Paddle steamer to travel along River Usk for the first time in decade - here's why
The world's last sea-going paddle steamer, Waverley, will run a special fundraising cruise along the River Usk - the first time it has travelled the route in a decade.

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
We must ‘protect and cherish’ our steel industries, says Newport East MP
We must ‘protect and cherish’ our steel industries says Newport East MP Jessica Morden, as the UK Government announced plans to nationalize British Steel.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Rural crime costs Wales millions as livestock and tractor thefts rise
Rural crime cost Wales millions last year according to figures from NFU Mutual.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Met Office issues weekend weather update for Newport
Newport is in for a mixed bag of weather over the next few days, according to the Met Office.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cardiff Met announces free art and design activities for all ages
Cardiff Metropolitan University is inviting people to explore their creative side at a community day organised by the School of Art and Design.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New energy tariff helping customers cut bills by 30 per cent
A new energy tariff is helping some customers cut their electricity bills by 30 per cent.

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Travelling back to 2006 when alpacas were on show at a Monmouthshire farm
On May 29, 2006, the South Wales Argus reported that animal lovers enjoyed a woolly treat at a Monmouthshire farm, courtesy of a herd of alpacas.

Fri, 29 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
We take a look back at an Abergavenny rally that thrived despite heavy rain
Thousands of visitors attended a Bank Holiday’s steam and vintage vehicle rally at Bailey Park in Abergavenny in 2006. Here we take a look back at the event.

Fri, 29 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Do you have this name? If so, you could get free entry to an exhibition
Anyone named Gwen can enjoy free entry to a major art exhibition in Cardiff from May 29, until June 28.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Developers charged council tax on unfinished new build homes
Developers are being charged council tax on homes that are unfinished.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Four beautiful butterfly pictures from our camera club members
There are loads of butterflies around at the moment and our camera club members have sent in some great pictures.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
REA calls for £200 annual cut to energy bills amid 13% price cap rise
The UK government is being urged to take swift action amid Ofgem's announcement of a 13 per cent rise in the energy price cap starting July.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
University launches first of its kind learning hub in the UK
A new digital learning hub in South Wales is transforming student education through immersive, hands-on technology.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Monmouthshire Council Audit Committee will meet on June 4
Monmouthshire County Council's Governance and Audit Committee meeting on June 4 will feature a key election decision.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The company giving e-waste a second life by teaming up with The Royal Mint
A new partnership is giving waste a second life and supporting people on the path to a fresh start.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Woman to skydive from 10,000ft for brother-in-law with brain tumour
A South Wales woman is preparing to skydive from 10,000ft in support of Brain Tumour Research.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Council to discuss 'Pride in Place' programme with UK government
Torfaen County Borough Council aims to agree a "Pride in Place" programme with the UK government.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cwmbran councillors set to discuss sustainability goals and planning issues
Cwmbran Community Council will set future goals for sustainability and planning at its meeting on June 3 at 6pm at the Council House on Ventnor Road.

Fri, 29 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Call for dedicated agency amid concerns Wales missing out on foreign investment
A dedicated agency could make it easier for overseas investors to do business in Wales according to a new report by MPs on the Welsh Affairs Committee.

Fri, 29 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Richard Madeley admits 'uncertain' GMB future and may not be there 'in a year or two'
Good Morning Britain (GMB) presenter Richard Madeley has admitted he is unsure of his future on the ITV show.

Fri, 29 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Greggs removes fan favourite item just 2 years after launch leaving shoppers gutted
Greggs has removed a popular breakfast menu item from its stores across the UK, leaving shoppers gutted.

Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Popular British bank with over 15 million customers set to enter mobile phone market
Digital bank Monzo is set to enter the mobile phone market and will launch a phone plan built on the Virgin O2 network.

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:06:11 +0100
Families pay loving tribute to 'deeply adored' teens killed in Newport car crash
The families of Ta‑Shay Canoville, 16, and Jaydon Bowyer, 19, who died after a collision in Aberthaw Road, Newport, have paid emotional tributes to the “deeply loved” teenagers.

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Brynglas Tunnels need 'roads-based' fix, says first minster - what it means for city
First Minister Rhun ap Iorwerth has shared his thoughts on a roads-based solution to target the bottleneck at the Brynglas Tunnels.

Thu, 28 May 2026 15:05:50 +0100
Man jailed after drunken throat‑slitting threats and racist abuse in shared home
Newport man threatened to slit the throats of his neighbours after he came home from the pub drunk.

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:02:52 +0100
Drug dealer caught with 44 bags of cocaine locked up
A Newport drug dealer caught with 44 snap bags of cocaine in starting a 44-month jail sentence

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Inside plans to turn empty shop into a six-bedroom HMO
An empty shop and residential building in the Pill area of Newport could be redesigned to create a six-bedroom HMO.

Thu, 28 May 2026 11:27:34 +0100
Teen’s single punch leaves 16-year-old with fractured jaw in unprovoked attack
A Newport teenager left a 16-year-old boy with a fractured jaw after he hit him with a single punch in an unprovoked attack

Thu, 28 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Handcuffed driver speeds off from police with SUV doors open at petrol station
A convicted armed robber from London drove off from police at an Asda petrol in Cwmbran while handcuffed

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Revealed - beloved pub’s surprise reopening date after six-figure makeover refurb
A popular pub is preparing to pour pints once again.

Thu, 28 May 2026 07:07:24 +0100
Man arrested after assault leaves victim in hospital after late-night attack
A man has been arrested after an assault near Maesglas Crescent in Newport at 10pm last night, May, 27.

Thu, 28 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Mental health nurse, 30, took own life in park in early morning hours, inquest rules
A mental health nurse from Caerphilly took his own life in a park in the early hours of the morning, an inquest has heard.

Thu, 28 May 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Town's popular 'myth and magic' shop on the move during major refurb
A much-loved Caerleon shop steeped in Celtic myth and spirituality is moving to a temporary home while its current premises undergo refurbishment.

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:22:08 +0100
Visit the wonderful North Devon resort of Ilfracombe by paddle steamer Waverley
The world’s last seagoing paddle steamer, Waverley, has returned to Penarth Pier for her annual visit to the Bristol Channel, offering a limited number of dates to enjoy a spectacular day trip down Channel to the popular North Devon seaside resort ...

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
'Thoughtless' driver crashed after leading police on 132mph Boxing Day chase
'THOUGHTLESS’ driver Harry Ford led police on a 132mph Boxing Day chase crashed after losing control going the wrong way around a roundabout.

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Disused toilets set for surprising transformation into new café
A disused block of public toilets in Newport is set to be transformed into a new cafe.

Thu, 28 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Illegal tobacco and vapes seized by officers as two shops shut
Two vape shops on Corporation Road and Chepstow Road have been closed following the sale of illegal tobacco and cigarettes.

Thu, 28 May 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Celtic Manor was blasted for pulling job offer - this is what it says really happened
Celtic Manor says a widely shared post about a 19‑year‑old’s withdrawn job offer “misrepresents” events and insists the role was still available.

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Why three planned fast food vans in a protected beauty spot have sparked a major row
Fresh plans for fast food vans in a nationally protected landscape have prompted fierce opposition.

Thu, 28 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Residents raise concerns as overflowing bins left for weeks prompt complaints
Residents have raised their concerns as bins on a residential street have been left to overflow for weeks at a time.

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
From blue route and black route to now -30-year fight over Newport’s M4 bottleneck
First Minister Rhin ap Iorwerth emphasised that a "roads-based solution" was needed. Here's everything that's happened with an M4 relief road so far

Thu, 28 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Former Orb steelworks office could become wedding venue with Transporter Bridge views
A former office building on the banks of the River Usk could be converted into a “versatile, high-quality” space for weddings and other events, with views of Newport’s iconic Transporter Bridge.

Thu, 28 May 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Person taken to hospital after early morning crash shuts road for several hours
A man has been taken to hospital after a crash on Hereford Road in Abergavenny in the early hours of this morning, May, 27.

Thu, 28 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Survivors offered upgraded safe space as refurbished sexual assault centre opens
A sexual assault referral centre in Risca has reopened following a refurbishment

Thu, 28 May 2026 07:00:00 +0100
'Becoming a free for all' - Concern after stabbing and heatwave chaos at Barry Island
Residents and business owners have reacted after concerns about public safety in Barry Island have been raised following a stabbing earlier this week

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