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Mon, 04 Jan 2021 00:01:00 +0000
Wales begins roll-out of second coronavirus vaccine today
A SECOND coronavirus vaccine is being rolled-out across Wales from today.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Gwent community heroes who stepped up during the pandemic
AS we reach the end of 2020, we look back at the stories of those across Gwent who helped during troubling times.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 22:21:51 +0000
Gerwyn Price beats Gary Anderson to win World Championship
GERWYN Price beat Gary Anderson 7-3 on Sunday evening to become the first Welshman to win the PDC World Championship.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 17:48:31 +0000
Coronavirus: January lockdown likely to continue for Wales
IT IS unlikely any major changes will be made to Wales’ coronavirus restrictions this week, First Minister Mark Drakeford has said.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 04:00:12 +0000
Babies galore are welcomed to the world
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Newport man jailed for Christmas attack on emergency worker
A MAN banned from many Newport city centre shops was jailed after he attacked an emergency worker over the Christmas holiday.

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000
We're in it Together: Support services available in Gwent
AS THE lockdown across Wales kicks in, we are highlighting the places that are available to help if anyone is in need.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:03:32 +0000
Newport butcher's final day in city after 60 years
A MUCH-LOVED Newport butchers has marked its final day in the city's market, after almost 60 years serving the community.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 04:00:03 +0000
Look who’s been in court from Newport and Pontypool
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 08:01:39 +0000
Abergavenny pastor showcases community Covid heroes
A PASTOR of a popular church in Abergavenny has explained why he felt it more important now than ever to recognise the town’s heroes.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
MS: Newport must not be 'short-changed' after Brexit deal
A NEWPORT MS has warned the UK Government not to short-change the city post Brexit.

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Rescheduled sport events we can look forward to in 2021
It's looking likely that we'll be able to enjoy a fuller calendar of sport in 2021.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 12:05:14 +0000
Coronavirus: Over 800 cases in Newport, Caerphilly & Gwent
A FURTHER 871 coronavirus cases have been recorded in Gwent by Public Health Wales.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 10:00:14 +0000
Body found in River Wye, Monmouth, is missing woman
A BODY found in the River Wye has been identified as a missing woman.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Ward level coronavirus cases for Newport, Caerphilly & Gwent
BLAINA & Nantyglo saw the highest number of new coronavirus cases in Gwent last week according to new data published by Public Health Wales.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 13:19:10 +0000
Kirsty Williams gives update on return to schools in Wales
THE Welsh Government are continuing to monitor the latest evidence on schools' return, the education minister has said.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 06:01:37 +0000
Look who’s been in court from Newport and Rhymney
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Coronavirus: Doctor's plea to public to help Gwent hospitals
AN intensive care consultant in Gwent has called on the general public to help "change what happens now" in the coronavirus pandemic.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000
Ashley Morrison magician from Abertillery in lockdown
A STREET magician from Abertillery has turned to making magic videos during lockdown.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 06:01:18 +0000
Paul Fosh wants new challenge after Covid stops Arctic race
EXTREME adventurer Paul Fosh has had to alter his plan to trek 430 miles across the frozen wastes of northern Canada in the spring due to the pandemic.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Newport Veterans Hub and Health Hut deliver veterans food
During this 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...

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
RSPCA Cymru’s remarkable rescues in Gwent this year
THE RSPCA has rescued animals who have turned up in some very unexpected situations.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000
When Newport rocked in memory of TJs legend John Sicolo
WHEN John Sicolo - owner of legendary rock venue TJs in Newport - died in March 2010 tributes flooded in. By July that year an open-air concert in tribute to John was held in John Frost Square - called TJs in the Square.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 08:01:15 +0000
When Pontypool Road Station was one of the biggest in the country
WHILE putting together our regular 50 years ago feature we came across this bit of news about Pontypool Road Station, which for more than a century was a major passenger and freight junction, being demolished.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 08:00:00 +0000
Little Knowledge Podcast spreading Gwent history
TWO friends have taken to the internet to spread their love of history of the local area.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Revealed: Number of street lights switched off in Gwent
THE number of street lights switched off in the early mornings in each area of Gwent has been revealed in a Plaid Cymru investigation.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 18:01:05 +0000
From the Archive: Cwmbran Shopping Centre
TAKE a look at our archive photographs of Cwmbran Shopping Centre, . This is the 'new town' area with its water garden feature and 'flying saucer' seats, a theatre, square and under cover shopping area.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Now and Then: What are your memories of this Newport pub?
DO you recognise this Newport pub? What are your memories of drinking here? Share them at tinyurl.com/y3rfyt8l

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Cobra Kai, serial killers and more on Netflix - January 2021
IT’S a new year jam-packed with new content to binge watch.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 14:01:02 +0000
Tribute to nurse Caroline Maud Edwards, killed in First World War
A tragic twist of fate aboard a warship claimed the life of a young local nurse, 105 years ago. Historian and author Andrew Hemmings spoke to Nicholas Thomas about how a Christmas party turned to tragedy.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 18:00:00 +0000
Gwent residents issued walking challenge for Cancer Research
GWENT residents have been challenged to improve their physical and mental health, while raising funds for Cancer Research UK.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 12:01:32 +0000
10 pictures from Gwent which show why we are lucky to live here
To welcome in the new year we asked our camera club members to share pictures of their favourite sights from around Gwent. There is plenty of inspiration here to get out and enjoy our wonderful part of the world. This is just a small selection of the...

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 06:00:00 +0000
Health workers risking burnout over coronavirus pressures
UNION leaders are warning of the danger that health workers face burnout, soaring sickness levels and “intolerable” pressures because of the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Bank holidays in 2021
Already asking yourself when the next bank holiday will be? Here's everything you need to know.

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
10 items you didn't know were vegan
Here are 10 items you'll be surprised to know are vegan.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000
Gwent coronavirus death toll now above 900, according to ONS
CORONAVIRUS and related deaths in Gwent since the pandemic began topped 900 in the run-up to Christmas, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 12:16:15 +0000
Coronavirus: Nearly 500 cases in Newport, Caerphilly & Gwent
NEARLY 500 new coronavirus cases have been recorded in Gwent according to Public Health Wales.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 17:53:24 +0000
Coronavirus: Union calls for online teaching in Wales
A LEADING teaching union is calling on all eduction in Wales to move online due to the new coronavirus strain.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 17:00:42 +0000
Met Office weather warning for snow in Monmouthshire
THE Met Office have issued weather warnings for snow and ice in parts of Gwent tonight.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000
Newport criminals caught and jailed by Gwent Police
THESE six criminals were recently handed prison sentences for offences like theft, drug dealing, dangerous driving and burglary with intent.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 18:25:09 +0000
Covid: NAHT Cymru call for school return re-think in Wales
A SECOND teaching union in Wales has called for the Welsh Government to re-think its plans for schools in January.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000
Wales' oddest listed buildings, including sign near Cwmbran
AN HISTORIC part of Tredegar has been named as Wales' quirkiest listed building.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 04:01:11 +0000
Keeping us company on these cold days - a round up of Gwent pets
Here is your weekly fix of pets from around Gwent.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 14:48:23 +0000
Pugh's bringing exciting new Garden Kitchen to Rogerstone
PUGH's Garden Village is coming to Newport.

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 06:01:01 +0000
Look who’s just been in court from Newport and Caerphilly
A ROUND-UP of cases heard at Newport Magistrates’ Court and Cwmbran Magistrates’ Court.



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