South Wales Argus

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Minister says 'no woman should be afraid to speak up about pain'
Women’s voices must be heard and their pain taken seriously, says Women’s Health Minister Delyth Jewell.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100
“It’s a caterpillar” shopper insists after Lidl questions discovery in store salad
Lidl says it cannot confirm a Newport shopper’s claim of a worm in a chicken Caesar salad as the product was not returned for analysis.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:58:37 +0100
Travel warning in place as disruption expected on rail line all day
Train services between Newport and Ebbw Vale Town have been disrupted today as an unexpected number of trains require repairs.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:25:29 +0100
LIVE - Rush hour hits the motorway network around Newport
There is some congestion on the M4 around Newport, leading to delays.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:01:00 +0100
School-run chaos sparks action after fears emergency vehicles blocked
Parking chaos and blocked driveways have become a daily ordeal around schools in Newport, with residents calling for urgent action.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:01:00 +0100
Graduate launches dream career in music after overcoming illness
Rosie Knight, a graduate who once doubted she’d complete her GCSEs, is now launching her dream career in the music industry.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Drug dealer on scrambler bike busted after police spot tell-tale smell
Drug dealer Jake Miller, 24, was busted by police when riding a scrambler bike through Newport after officers noticed he smelled strongly of cannabis.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In The Dock - Six in court for careless driving, assault, damage, and speeding
A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving from Newport, Caerphilly, Cwmbran, Hengoed and Blackwood residents.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Inquest opened after man in his thirties dies following quarry fall
An inquest has been opened after a man in his thirties from Risca died after falling from Pontymister Quarry.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100
Council willing to face legal risk to set up a home for young people leaving care
Legal restrictions uncovered during plans to set up homes for teenagers who've been in care.

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 04:00:00 +0100
HMO approved despite threats to ‘burn down’ property
Council planners have approved a contentious proposal to convert a Rhymney house into a four-bed HMO.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Call for major Wales wide grooming gangs inquiry following Gwent Police investigation
A major child sexual exploitation investigation has led to fresh political calls for a Wales-wide inquiry.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Newport club suspends football matches after unauthorised camp set up on pitches
Travellers’ camp on Kimberley Park playing fields halts all Albion Rovers training and matches while council works on a resolution.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Dog owners and anglers warned after blue-green algae found in pond
Anglers told to use sanitiser and avoid parts of Lliswerry Pond after blue‑green algae bloom spotted in Newport lake.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 10:33:00 +0100
What’s happening? Huge structure rises as shopping centre revamp gets underway
Scaffolding has taken over a busy corner of Cwmbran Shopping Centre as a dramatic six-month makeover of Monmouth Square’s ageing canopy gets underway.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Six great pictures showcasing the region
The South Wales Argus Camera Club takes some brilliant photos across the five counties that make up the Gwent area.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Annie is a 'genuinely lovely evening' out with a lead full of confidence
The production of Annie at the Wales Millennium Centre is a genuinely lovely evening, and a good deal sharper than its familiar reputation suggests.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Torfaen school's intergenerational project makes dementia clients 'light up'
A school's intergenerational crochet club has brought 'joy, purpose and connection' to dementia clients i Torfaen through a heartwarming partnership.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Gas supplier to millions wins 13th consecutive Gold Award
Wales & West Utilities has received its 13th consecutive Gold Award for outstanding health and safety performance.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Jobcentre scheme helps thousands of disabled people move closer to work
Pathways to Work is helping thousands of disabled people move closer to employment.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Volunteer turns placement with charity into ideal new career
Home-Start Cymru volunteer Elise has turned her placement into a new professional future.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Housebuilder with developments in Gwent names construction director
A housebuilder with developments in Newport and Caerphilly has named a new construction director.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Scheme helps residents cut costs and improve energy efficiency
A scheme in Blaenau Gwent is helping residents improve energy efficiency and cut costs.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Commissioners to run South Wales fire and rescue until after elections
Commissioners will remain in charge South Wales Fire and Rescue Service until after next year’s local elections.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
This disease has been named as the leading cause of death in Wales
Cancer remains the leading cause of death in Wales according to a new report.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Aneurin Bevan honoured as one of parliament's most powerful orators
Aneurin Bevan is being honoured for his extraordinary gift for public speaking at Waun Y Pound.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Here's a group that is helping people in part of Torfaen to stay fit and healthy
A new peer support group is bringing people together in Cwmbran in their journey of recovery and connection.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Childcare workers and play professionals recognised for their dedication
Childcare workers and play professionals across Blaenau Gwent have been recognised for their dedication and impact.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Here's when you'll need extra time for journeys in part of Torfaen
Traffic management in Pontypool will soon be in place as gas pipe upgrade work continues.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Councillor questions buy-back cost of PFI contract in Caerphilly county
I raised a question at the scrutiny committee on the buy-back costing proposal on the private finance initiative school contract in Caerphilly County, and the matter has now concluded.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Reform leader in Wales could see why Farage would take money for family's safety
Reform's Welsh leader, who represents Casnewydd Islwyn, says he would consider a donation from a criminal if it was his 'only option' to help pay for security.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Royal polo match raises £100k for Wales Air Ambulance
A royal charity polo match hosted by the Prince of Wales has raised £100,000 for Wales Air Ambulance.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Young people and youth workers praised in this part of Gwent
An evening of celebration has shone a light on the achievements of Blaenau Gwent's young people and youth workers.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Soldiers recognised after completing 'arduous' six-week promotion course
Riflemen in Chepstow will be recognised for completing an "arduous" promotion course.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Charity chair steps down after helping raise £4.4m for children
Hywel Peterson MBE is stepping down as chair of the NSPCC Cymru/Wales Appeal Board.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Coleg Gwent student among six Welsh members of Team UK for 'Skills Olympics'
Six competitors from Wales, including a Coleg Gwent student, have earned their place on Team UK for the global stage in Shanghai.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Five site managers recognised for work on Barratt and Redrow homes
Five site managers of Barratt Redrow developments have been recognised for their dedication.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
10-year plan to tackle cancer across Wales with fresh urgency
Wales is taking action to improve cancer care across the country.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Take a look at all of the areas in Monmouthshire given green flags in 2026
A number of green spaces in Monmouthshire have been recognised for their beauty and environmental value.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Calls for a water protection zone to help protect vital river in Monmouthshire
A Monmouthshire MP has called for urgent action to improve river water quality in the River Wye.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Secondary school officially opens new £1.3 million 3G sports pitch
Cwmbran High School is celebrating the opening of a new £1.3 million 3G sports pitch on its grounds.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:03:27 +0100
Teen driver who took cocaine and alcohol before fatal crash jailed for 7 years
A teenage driver has been jailed following a fatal collision that left a retired social worker dead.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:00:00 +0100
'Have some respect' - backlash over Argentina fan zone at Cardiff bar
A Cardiff bar has faced criticism over its decision to host an 'Argentina fanzone' ahead of their game with England.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Can you help to rehome nervous Hewey, the lurcher-cross?
A new home is being sought for two-year-old lurcher-cross Hewey who cannot live with other animals.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:30:00 +0100
A Gwent crematorium is one of first in the UK to receive a new certificate
A crematorium in Newport has been rated as 'outstanding' following a recent industry inspection.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 12:42:00 +0100
Three-bedroom bungalow for sale with asking price of £360,000
A three-bedroom bungalow at Rockwood Road, Chepstow, is on the market for offers over £360,000.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:16:00 +0100
City apartment with views over Bristol Channel put on the market for £150,000
A "well presented" ground floor apartment on Clevedon Road, Newport, with views over the Bristol Channel, has been put on the market for £150,000.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:44:00 +0100
Four-bedroom detached house has a hidden feature. Can you guess?
A four-bedroom detached house in Princetown, Tredegar, with a sunken bath and rooftop conservatory is up for sale.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Detached bungalow for sale at £250,000 - ideal for you to update
A spacious two/three-bedroom detached dormer-style bungalow on Nash Road, Newport, has gone up for sale for £250,000.

Wed, 15 Jul 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Youth auditions to be held for Riverfront panto: how to apply
The Riverfront Theatre and Arts Centre is calling for Gwent youngsters to come forward and audition for its 2026 pantomime.

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