South Wales Argus

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Prisoner ordered onto sex offenders register after incident with female staff member
Prisoner Jordan Gingell, 30, of Bargoed, must register as a sex offender after approaching a female member of staff whilst “playing” with his penis.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Knife offender tells barrister ‘she’s amazing’ after avoiding an immediate jail term
A 30-year-old man from Caerphilly has been handed an 18 months suspended sentence after being found in possession of a knife earlier this year

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Huge haul of suspected drugs and cash uncovered during Newport stop search
A man was arrested after suspected drugs and cash were found during a stop search in Newport on Tuesday, September 15.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
She survived hunger, war and invasion – now she's turning 100
Lidiia Rebrova, a Ukrainian refugee who fled war to find safety in Wales, has celebrated her 100th birthday.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0100
A £1.1bn construction giant is set to play a key role in major regeneration plans
Torfaen and Blaenau Gwent councils are appointing a private investment and development partner.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Police recover stolen van with cloned registration plates after PCSOs spot vehicle
A stolen van displaying cloned registration plates has been recovered by community support officers in Caerphilly.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
New children's care home plans aren't on the table - but there's a catch
Blaenau Gwent Council has no current plans for more children’s care homes, following two facilities in Tredegar, but future development is not ruled out.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Stolen vehicle using cloned plates seized after being linked to criminal activity
A stolen vehicle which was using cloned plates was seized by police in Blaenau Gwent yesterday, September 15.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Giant jellyfish with tentacles 'the length of a bus' spotted off Welsh coast
Free diver Iestyn Morgan, from Mathry, has spotted a Lion's Mane Jellyfish with tentacles "the length of a bus" off the Pembrokeshire coast.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Broadband provider that operates in UK and around the world enters administration
A Wi-Fi company which operates in the UK, USA and India has announced it is currently in administration.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Full list of DWP benefits, bus passes and freebies for people of State Pension age
Millions of older people could be missing out on benefits, free bus passes and other help with everyday costs. Find out what you may be entitled to.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Royal Mint's 9 rarest coins revealed and the rare £2 worth more than £500
The rare coin, which has previously been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Popular fashion brand shuts down its website as its sold by Debenhams for £12 million
Popular fashion brand Nasty Gal has shut down its website after Debenhams sold it in a deal worth around £12 million (US$16 million).

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0100
AA issues warning to drivers as petrol prices soar 8p in less than a month
The average petrol price was 170.3p a litre yesterday, compared with 166.2p a week earlier and 161.8p at the beginning of the month.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Cannabis farm callouts rise 218 per cent, according to new figures
Zurich UK reports a 218% rise in cannabis farm fire callouts and £9.4m property damage since 2022.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Forget coffee - this morning rave party is making a popular comeback
A morning dance party is set to return to Abergavenny this weekend.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Newport pub offers fans chance to win £1,000 every Sunday
Newport's Maindee Hotel joins Sky's Sunday Social £10k Giveaway, offering £1,000 weekly prizes until September 20.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
A beloved coastal spot was littered with rubbish - then locals stepped in
A coastal litter pick has cleared bags of rubbish from a coastal spot in Newport.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Mum saves 75-year-old walker with CPR after spotting his loose dogs
Mum Rachel Green saved Alan Hale after finding him in cardiac arrest, giving CPR and using a defibrillator.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:47:11 +0100
What happened after two vehicles crashed on a busy roundabout during rush hour?
A two-vehicle crash was reported on the Coldra roundabout on Wednesday evening, September 16.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 08:25:38 +0100
Air ambulance called to two-vehicle crash which closed busy road in both directions
A two-vehicle crash was reported on Usk Road on Wednesday afternoon, September 16.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:24:47 +0100
Drivers urged to avoid area as road remains closed 15 hours after police incident
A police incident has kept a road closed for more than 15 hours.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 07:17:37 +0100
Road reopened after police incident saw drivers told to avoid the area - live updates
Usk Road remains closed between junction of Pantycross Inn and Old Monmouth Road. Follow along for the latest updates.

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In The Dock - Look who's had their cases heard in court recently
A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran, Blaenavon, and Chepstow

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0100
Remarkable Roman road and wall uncovered beneath school sparking full excavation
A Roman parade ground wall and road have been uncovered beneath Caerleon Comprehensive School

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:41:22 +0100
Teenagers filmed on roof of city building amid recent anti-social behaviour concerns
A group of teenagers climbed on top of the old passport office in Newport has been circulating on social media

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
‘People have had enough of sitting in traffic’ - fresh calls for action on the M4
Fresh calls have been made for urgent action to tackle long-standing congestion on the M4 by Reform UK

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Thousands donated after major fire - now victims have shared a heartfelt message
A fundraiser for the victims of the Pantside Fire has raised nearly £15,000 to support families whose homes were destroyed in a serious fire.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Drug dealer, 60, twice caught with thousands of pounds worth of crystal meth
60-year-old drug dealer Mark Donovan, from Newport, was twice caught with large amounts of crystal meth whilst he also supplied a “range” of drugs.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Drink-driver banned after being caught over the limit on A48
NEWPORT drink-driver Joshua Onwuzama, 34, has been disqualified after being caught over the limit on the A48 in Cardiff.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Drivers face fines and penalty points for ignoring a one-way system, police warn
Gwent Police carried out a patrol in Portskewett following concerns from residents about drivers ignoring a one-way system, on Sunday, September 13.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Football pitch opened by Wales star Danny Gabbidon is 'surrounded by dogs' mess'
Wales star Danny Gabbidon opened the 3G pitch in Cwmbran but council accused of neglect.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0100
First look at Michael Sheen as Owain Glyndŵr leaves fans talking
New footage shows Michael Sheen as Owain Glyndŵr in Owain and Henry, world premiering at Wales Millennium Centre on November 5, ahead of its Cardiff run.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Expert's mould warning to everyone with a heated clothes airer this winter
Heating experts have warned that the popular winter appliance can increase indoor moisture, leading to dangerous mould growth and condensation.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Thousands headed to popular show when crash caused major disruption
Gwent Police has issued an update after a crash blocked a road near the entrance to the 2026 Usk Show on Saturday.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Book-finding app recognised alongside Google and Adidas
A Welsh book-finding app based in Pontypool is gaining international recognition for its design and impact.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 17:34:00 +0100
Firefighters swarm Newport hotel after afternoon incident reported
Fire crews attended Newport’s Queen’s Hotel after a fire was reported there.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Patients seek answers after gender-affirming surgery referrals are suddenly paused
The pause in gender-affirming surgery in Wales has sparked concern and demands for answers.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Fears raised that new social media rules could silence council debate
Blaenau Gwent councillors approve a new social media policy after concerns it could restrict robust debate, criticism and scrutiny of council decisions.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Police issue update after crash involving vans on A472
Gwent Police has issued an update following a crash involving two vans on the A472 at Pontypool.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Two city shops handed three-month closure notices after police and council visits
Two shops in Newport have been closed for three months following joint visits by Gwent Police and trading standards on Tuesday, September 15.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Why a police dog and helicopter were deployed over Newport to catch one rider
A 24-year-old man from the Newport area has been charged with multiple driving offences after failing to stop for police while riding a moped.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Praise for response to wildfires as council sets out how £50,000 fund will be used
Councillors in Torfaen have discussed how they will respond to future wildfires.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:16:47 +0100
Everything we know as search for missing three-year-old continues
Everything we know about the search for missing three-year-old Noah who was last seen in Merriam Close in Brantham on Tuesday afternoon.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:59:12 +0100
Funeral arrangements confirmed for 'caring' woman who died after taxi crash
The funeral arrangements for Isobel Reyland, 26, recently of Haverfordwest, who died following a crash involving a taxi in Liverpool have been confirmed.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:56:56 +0100
Dad pleads 'please don't give up' as search for missing boy continues
The family of Noah Woods, who went missing from Brantham on Tuesday, has issued an update following overnight searches.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:38:17 +0100
Celebrity Traitors fans all say the same thing about BBC show as Traitors are chosen
Celebrity Traitors starts in two weeks and fans are all saying the same thing about participant former Little Mix star Leigh-Anne Pinnock.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0100
Van parked on zebra crossing recovered by police officers over crash risk
A dangerously parked van has been recovered by police after it was found obstructing a zebra crossing on Monday, September 14.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Electric vehicle seized by officers in police crackdown on illegal off-road riding
Gwent Police have seized an electric vehicle and issued a warning letter as part of a crackdown on illegal off-road biking in Pontypool on Sunday, September 13.

Wed, 16 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man charged after reported burglary at a commercial property and remanded in custody
A 33-year-old man has been charged following a reported burglary at a commercial property on Cardiff Road in Newport on Saturday, September 12

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