THESE six criminals were recently handed prison sentences for offences like theft, drug dealing, dangerous driving and burglary with intent.

AS THE lockdown across Wales kicks in, we are highlighting the places that are available to help if anyone is in need.

Here is your weekly fix of pets from around Gwent.

A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

HUNDREDS of drivers responded to a Gwent Police call to arms to clamp down on irresponsible and dangerous driving.

DURING the latest lockdown, you are not alone.

A NEWPORT couple have been applauded after losing more than 10 and a half stone between them over the last year and a half.

MORE than 40 people were fined as a police force received 240 reports of Covid-19 breaches on New Year's Eve.

HERE are the names and faces of the three men most wanted by Gwent Police this New Year’s Day.

THIS IS the moment a £10,000 nativity scene in Raglan was left in ruins after it was fire-bombed by yobs on Christmas Eve.

THERE were more coronavirus patients in hospital on Christmas Day in Gwent than anywhere else in Wales.

A MAN banned from going to Newport city centre after a catalogue of anti-social behaviour has been jailed.

A PONTYPOOL woman who has died two years after being diagnosed with leukaemia has been remembered as "always smiling and happy".

Emergency services have closed a road following a crash.

Happy New Year. We'll bring you live coverage of the latest coronavirus updates for Wales and Gwent's Aneurin Bevan University Health Board region throughout the day.

During the latest lockdown, you are not alone. The Argus' We’re in it Together campaign is here to help direct you to any services you may need and show what services are on hand that you may not know you needed. For our full list of services al...

AN AUTHOR'S search to find the UK's best post-war 'new town' has led to a nail-biting finale, with Cwmbran among the last two competitors standing.

GWENT'S health board has warned people of a coronavirus vaccination scam text making the rounds.

ALTHOUGH the number of drink and drug driving convictions has continued its downward trend in 2020, Newport still makes the Top Five Hall of Shame.

DURING the latest lockdown, you are not alone.

POLICE have launched an investigation after an 11-year-old boy was injured in a hit and run.

CORONAVIRUS temporary testing centres in Pontypool and Cwmbran will be open for a week for Torfaen residents who are showing symptoms.

A MAN who spat at police officers during the coronavirus lockdown as they were trying to help him has escaped going straight to jail.

A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

THE hunt is on for five big winners yet to claim their National Lottery festive fortunes, including two £1 million prizes.

HAVING bid farewell to 2020, your Christmas tree may be looking a little worse for wear.

PEOPLE need to follow guidance on hand washing, social distancing and face coverings to stop the “entirely preventable” spread of coronavirus, a senior medic has warned.

A WIDELY-USED city footpath has been transformed into an active travel route.

THE turmoil on the high street saw 176,718 jobs lost across retailers during 2020, according to new figures showing the dramatic impact of the pandemic.

THE South Wales Argus Camera Club members have captured fantastic images across Gwent this week, as this selection demonstrates. There are plenty of other pictures to enjoy by .

WITH temperatures set to struggle to get above freezing over the coming days across the region, frozen stretches of water including rivers and ponds - while fascinating to look at as part of winter's landscape - also contain a hazard to life.

THE Brexit transition period ended at midnight on December 31, meaning the process of the UK leaving the EU is complete.

THE rollout of the Pfizer vaccine is under way, prioritising the elderly and those in care homes.

A PHONE dropped in custard and a car chipped by potatoes are among a selection of bizarre claims dealt with by an insurance giant.

With changes to the way we live, how we work, and where we can travel to - it might seem pointless to set further goals for the year ahead.

SIR David Attenborough has said 2021 “could be a year for positive change” as he offers a new year message of hope.

A new star is joining the cast of Doctor Who.

Based on the 52-week saving challenge the penny challenge is designed to help you save nearly £700 in 365 days without breaking the bank.