Drink-driver Martin Newman released after serving four-and-a-half years for killing two children in an M4 crash near Newport; mother condemns justice system.

Gwent PCC Jane Mudd warns M4 junction closures at Newport could delay emergency services as Welsh Government considers closing junctions.

A 78-year-old man from Abergavenny has been jailed for 18 and a half years following a number of sexual offences against a girl who was under 16.

Ringland Pharmacy in Newport has won the Best Customer Service award at the South Wales Community Awards, recognising its dedication to local residents.

Service to support social work training was at risk due to Monmouthshire council concerns.

In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Risca

Party conference season usually brings knockabout partisan speeches, said Nick Thomas-Symonds.

The South Wales Argus has been bringing you stories for a century. Here are just a few from the last 100 years.

Take a trip down memory lane with us as we delve into the South Wales Argus picture archive for 10 photos from October 2006.

Take a trip down memory lane with us as we delve into the South Wales Argus picture archive for photos from 20 years ago in October 2006.

Natural Resources Wales urges people across Wales to check flood risk and sign up for free warnings as wetter, windier autumn and winter weather looms.

Every week on our New Arrivals page we give new babies a big welcome to the world.

This summer, Black Mountains College in Talgarth, Wales, celebrated the graduation of its first cohort from the Sustainable Futures: Arts, Ecology and Systems Change degree programme. The college, founded to equip people with the skills to thrive in ...

Traffic is moving slowly across the M4 as heavy rain hits the network. Live updates here.

A man has been arrested and charged after being found with a knuckleduster and a folding pocket knife during high-visibility police patrols in Newport city centre.

A 52-year-old Risca man has been sent to the crown court after appearing before magistrates charged with raping a woman

Investigation under way after a Wales Air Ambulance sustained significant damage while responding to a call in Pembrokeshire.

A 24-year-old Newport man has been remanded in custody after admitting cocaine and cannabis supply offences and resisting a police officer

Michael Hole, 39, from Newport has been jailed for 12 years after being convicted of child sexual offences and possessing indecent images

The Welsh Government's M4 announcement promised action but the small print admits the sums have not been worked out. Eye of the Argus reports.

A father of seven from Blaenavon was involved in the supply of cocaine and cannabis after developing a serious drug addiction

Discover seven pumpkin-picking farms and Halloween attractions across Gwent, from Clearwell Farm to Abergavenny, with trails and autumn treats.

Ellie Stephens, 19, admitted attacking a paramedic, four police officers and a woman in Blackwood

Rogerstone cycling enthusiast Betty Cox celebrates her 100th birthday with family and receives King Charles III card.

In court from Newport, Nantyglo, Cwmbran and Risca

Hedgehog Helpline chairman Graham Blow has received a lifetime achievement award after 37 years of service.

Demolition begins at Pontllanfraith’s former Tredegar Junction Hotel, set to become 36 affordable flats, including nine for social rent, backed by the Council.

These pups have all the love in the world to give

Caerphilly Council cabinet changes as Cllr Chris Morgan steps down from waste and leisure role. Leader Jamie Pritchard will cut one post and appoint a successor.

I tried The Celtic Manor's brand new recovery, nourishment and wellbeing space, and it did not disappoint

A farm with a 17th-century four-bedroom farmhouse, a three-bedroom annex, a two-bedroom residence, and planning permission for a four-bedroom barn conversion is on the market for £2.15 million.

Rare Northern Lights dazzled Gwent as solar activity sent charged particles towards Earth, creating vivid aurora displays over Gwent.

Blackwood councillor Kevin Etheridge tables questions on Islwyn regeneration, high street funding and pausing Christmas car parking charges in Caerphilly.

Blackwood churches Mount Pleasant Baptist Church and St Margaret’s Church celebrate 150th anniversaries and their vital community role is recognised.

This reader doesn't understand why people buy a takeaway, to throw half of it away.

Blaenavon Town Council noted estimated election costs of £9,375 after deciding polling cards would be used for a by-election last month.

This reader believes that Plaid doesn't know 'how to resolve Wales' problems.'

A newly built stone-fronted family home with energy efficiency at its core is on the market for £630,000.

A Welsh minister is in Boston to strengthen international ties and attract global investment.

Three former Whitbread restaurants in Cardiff, Cwmbran, and Bridgend have reopened under Queensway Inns ownership.

A five-bedroom house in Newport is on the market for £800,000.

Aldi will open three new South Wales supermarkets in Newport, Cardiff, and Bridgend over the coming months as part of its £1.6 billion UK expansion.

M4 drivers face overnight closures between junctions 28 and 24 near Newport from October 11 to October 17 for tree clearance, with a diversion.

Mynydd Garnclochdy peatland restoration begins after wildfires damaged 220 hectares, with Torfaen Council funding watercourse repairs to reduce flooding.

Transport for Wales disruption as signalling fault at Abergavenny causes delays up to 40 minutes and cancellations between Newport and Shrewsbury.

The South Wales Community Awards 2026 honoured volunteers, healthcare workers, businesses and community champions across 15 categories at Rodney Parade.

A 26-year-old woman forced Asda in Brynmawr into lockdown before threatening to stab a shopper with a knife

Harry Morgan, 23, of Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran has admitted possessing cocaine and ketamine with intent to supply and will be sentenced later this month

Ryan Watts, 28, has been jailed for three years and two months after breaking into an Abertillery home armed with a metal bar

Tariq Edwards, 38, from Risca admitted exposing his genitals in Newport and assaulting two police officers