South Wales Argus

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Paedophile who abducted and raped girl at isolated spot jailed for 12 years
A Chepstow paedophile who raped a girl after abducting her and taking her to an “isolated spot” in the countryside has been jailed for 12 years.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'I'm one of the lucky ones... I can get out of bed' - woman's endometriosis pain
A woman who struggled with painful stomach pain that kept her up at night has shared her journey with endometriosis.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Retired cook, 69, found dead at home died from pneumonia along with malnutrition
A retired cook died from pneumonia with malnutrition listed as a contributing factor.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
City centre nursery gets green light to expand with 20 new childcare places available
A city centre nursery has been approved to expand into two vacant shop units.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Pub gets perfect food hygiene rating for first time within 18 months of new ownership
A pub has achieved a perfect food hygiene rating in its first 18 months under new ownership.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Caerphilly and Cwmbran

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
New use for former estate agent's office in town centre approved by planners
This is what's planned for this former estate agent's office in a popular town centre.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Five-bed property with cinema room on market for £1.6m
Luxury five-bedroom home in St. Brides Wentlooge, Newport, for sale at £1.6m. Features include cinema suite, hot tub, annexe, six acres, and city links.

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:38:56 +0000
Morning congestion as M4 backed up with traffic
We’ve had reports of congestion

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000
UK drivers urged to act ahead of new legislation affecting all over 70s
Currently, motorists are not subjected to obligatory checks of their skills or health once they obtain their licence

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Urgent warning for UK dog owners as tick season begins - what to do after every walk
Dog owners are being urged to check their pets after walks now that we are entering tick season in the UK.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000
Roadworks on major roundabout spark strong reaction from Newport residents
Roadworks at the Bassaleg roundabout are underway, sparking heated discussions among Newport residents.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Council posted a warning to homeowners over empty properties and got a blunt response
Newport Council has acknowledged ongoing issues with empty residential properties.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:13:44 +0000
Racist petrol bombed Indian restaurant in 'revenge attack' as people slept upstairs
Racist petrol bombed an Indian restaurant in Blackwood in a “revenge attack” as people slept upstairs after he got into an argument with its owner.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:22:03 +0000
Driver killed 84-year-old man crossing road after ‘horrifying’ hit-and-run
Newport driver killed “much-loved” 84-year-old man crossing the road after “horrifying” hit-and-run.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Men accused of being involved in conspiracy to supply heroin and crack cocaine
Newport men appear at city’s magistrates’ court charged with being involved in a conspiracy to supply heroin and crack cocaine

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Residents told us what its really like living on one of Wales most expensive streets
We decided to visit what’s said to be Newport’s most expensive street to find out if the reputation is truly justified.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:00:20 +0000
New food and drink destination set to open on Welsh beach - here's what to expect
The new Lansio Lounge will open in a seafront setting in Tenby next week.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Plan to redevelop former colliery site includes nearly 200 new homes
Nearly 200 new homes could be built in a major redevelopment of Penallta Colliery, including the restoration of its listed power hall.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Man found guilty of stalking and assaulting woman
Pontypool man found guilty by a jury of stalking a woman, assaulting her and damaging the back window of her car

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 19:00:00 +0000
Takeaway warns it may scrap deliveries due to so many false refund claims
A burger takeaway joint has warned it may stop deliveries due to a surge in false refund claims.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Bus shelters left broken for two years, leaving passengers soaked and freezing
Passengers have been left soaked and freezing as they wait for buses in broken shelters that have sat unrepaired for two years in Cwmbran.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Teenager with severe disabilities from complications at birth died after seizure
A teenager who lived with severe disabilities died at home from complications linked to her birth.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 14:57:22 +0000
Accident between bus and car closes off roundabout
Police have closed off a section of a valleys road after a crash between a bus and a car.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Teaching and self-evaluation at secondary school are improving to inspectors' delight
Teaching and self‑evaluation at a secondary school in Pontypool have begun to improve.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:48:08 +0000
Simple way to check your child's meningitis vaccine status amid outbreak
Concerns over rising cases of meningitis in the UK have been addressed.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'Empty shops', 'nothing going on' How Newport creatives are hitting back at criticism
Creatives from Newport have shared 60 second videos detailing personal stories about the city.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
This is when heavy goods vehicles could return to M48 Severn Bridge in 2026
HGVs could return to the M48 Severn Bridge by autumn 2026.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Only hotel in town that has been internationally recognised for sale at auction
The town has been internationally recognised but it has only one hotel and it's closed.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Noisy industrial unit where neighbour complains of fires gets permission to expand
Neighbour complaints about alleged fires and round-the-clock noise have not been enough to prevent the extension of an industrial site in Pengam

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:03:00 +0000
Man died in docklands just minutes after talking to mum on the phone, inquest told
Dad-to-be Paul Barron-Snooks was found dead in Barry docklands just minutes after speaking to his mother an inquest heard.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:26:15 +0000
Car crashed into back of broken down vehicle on M4
Details have emerged about a crash on the M4 that caused a lane to close.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000
What is meningitis? Symptoms and causes of disease that has killed two in Kent
Healthcare professionals in Wales offer advice after an outbreak of meningitis in Kent has sparked concern for many across the country.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Talks continue between council and families living on illegal traveller site
TALKS are taking place between residents of an illegal traveller site extension in Blaina and Blaenau Gwent council.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
The full line-up for Newport Music Trail 2026 as live music brings city to life
The Newport Music Trail takes place on March 27 and 28 and we've compiled a list of everything you need to know about the event.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Chepstow and Caerphilly

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Council gives itself approval to keep using HMO 11 years after it first rented rooms
The council has been housing people in the HMO for more than 10 years.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
7 historic sites in south Wales with unmissable events this Easter
From dragon egg hunts to medieval tournaments, south Wales has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this month at CADW venues.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 15:39:59 +0000
Outside sauna application refused as naked customers are visible to neighbours
Planning permission for a sauna business which has been operating in a stunning part of Gower since 2023 has been been turned down.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 12:00:00 +0000
'War on motorists must end': Senedd member on why she supports M4 relief road
Writing this column feels different than it usually does, and that’s because this is my last as a regional member of the Welsh Parliament for South Wales East, says Natasha Asghar MS.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
The companies shortlisted for the 2026 Wales Business Awards
Seventy-two companies have been shortlisted for the 2026 Wales Business Awards.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'I witnessed complete strangers step forward to assist others without any hesitation'
I needed to visit Casnewydd on February 27, and wanted to share just how impressed I was by the kindness of local people. I witnessed complete strangers step forward to assist others without any hesitation.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 17:15:10 +0000
Another Welsh school forced into lockdown with pupils told to hide under tables
Police confirm Llandrindod Wells school lockdown was triggered by a man carrying a garden tool. No threats were made and pupils returned home safely.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 16:33:32 +0000
Police receive new information after 'body in the reservoir' image released
Dyfed-Powys Police worked with Face Lab at Liverpool John Moores University to produce a realistic image of the man’s face.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 11:11:39 +0000
Who is Banksy? Artist's identity 'revealed' after more than 26 years of speculation
The identity of British artist Banksy may finally have been revealed after years of speculation.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Polytunnel refused permission on agricultural land in Torfaen
Here are the latest planning approvals and refusals made by Torfaen County Borough Council.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Family cottage on the market after 40 years for nearly £800k
Charming four-bed cottage for sale in Devauden, Chepstow for £795,000. Features large gardens, stream, period details, and potential for modern updates.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Unique former mill in Chepstow for sale for £650,000
Historic former mill in Llanvair Discoed, Chepstow, for sale at £650,000. Restored three-bedroom detached house with period features.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Three-bed townhouse on the market in historic village for £245k
Three-bedroom townhouse for sale in historic Caerleon, Newport at £245,000. Features modern kitchen, ensuite, garden, garage, parking, and top local schools.

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:30:00 +0000
Aldi is recruiting a pie tester – here's how to apply
Aldi UK seeks an official Pie Tester to sample and review its new Specialbuy pie range from British suppliers.

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