South Wales Argus

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'I can't breathe in here' - Newport woman's plea over 'disgusting' home
Newport woman Gillian Daniel says sewage smells, damp, leaks and suspected asbestos at her Hedyn Homes property are harming her health.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Newport thief jailed after string of shoplifting offences and store damage
A Newport man has been jailed after he admitted three shop thefts and a criminal damage offence involving more than £700 worth of stolen goods and damage

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Claim residents 'miss sold' homes on new build estate earmarked for social housing
Changes made at Llantarnam new build estate where homes could be sold to housing association.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'The family are forever grieving' - Call for compassion for family over burial plot
Jaydon Bowyer's family disputes Newport City Council's Christchurch Cemetery memorial rules after his May 7 death.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
These chain restaurants are still thriving in Newport after years of change
Nando’s, Wagamama, and Las Iguanas are among the major chains still serving customers.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Popular ice cream shop announces major change as festive season approaches
Shepherds Ice Cream in Abergavenny has announced its winter closure plans and a pause on its popular Christmas cakes

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Reporting your neighbour's suspect patio will be easier under new enforcement system
Monmouthshire council is to make it easier for people to report suspected planning breaches.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Risca

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:22:21 +0100
Queues build after crash leaves drivers facing 25-minute journeys on major road
Drivers are facing long delays following a crash on a busy stretch of the A470 near Abercynon

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 08:12:40 +0100
Crash on major A-road leaves traffic crawling at 5mph amid long queues - live updates
There is heavy traffic on the A470 following a crash near the Abercynon roundabout. Live updates here

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:47:07 +0100
Police issue urgent warning to drivers after reports of cars being broken into
Gwent Police have issued a warning to residents in Newport after reports of vehicles being broken into.

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 07:25:52 +0100
King Charles set for historic first in Wales as he attends major Senedd ceremony
King Charles and Queen Camilla are set to attend the ceremonial opening of the Senedd on Thursday, October 15

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:54:54 +0100
Aldi £24.99 candle advent calendar that's a dupe for Jo Malone and Yankee Candle
Aldi's Hotel Collection Candle Advent Calendar returns on October 25 for £24.99, with 25 festive scents and a £35 saving against Yankee Candle.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Man jailed for dangerous driving after 'street fight' on Newport estate
A Newport man has been jailed after he admitted a dangerous driving offence linked to a 'street fight' in the city

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Student nurse died after crashing car on New Year's Day, inquest hears
A student nurse died after crashing her car in Rogerstone while under the influence of alcohol and cocaine, an inquest at Gwent Coroner's Court heard.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:57:00 +0100
Thug strangled girlfriend after she mocked his dream of moving to Ibiza
A Newport man attacked his girlfriend after she mocked his dream of moving to Ibiza

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0100
First-time buyer’s dream home turned into an 18-month water nightmare
A leaking water pipe has turned a couple’s first home into a "building site."

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Nurse nearly dies after Rhodes holiday and wins five-figure payout
Welsh nurse Amanda Mortimer won a five-figure payout after contracting Legionnaires’ disease at Rhodes’ Thalia Hotel during a 2022 LoveHolidays break.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Newport school placed in special measures as Estyn praises others
Estyn inspections find Newport schools above the Wales average, but St Joseph’s RC Primary faces special measures and two others need major improvements.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Newport businesses closed down for three months over illegal tobacco supply
Two businesses in Newport city centre have been shut down for three months following a court order linked to the supply of illegal tobacco.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 17:32:21 +0100
Huge emergency response as man, 35, taken to hospital after house fire
A man has been taken to hospital after a fire broke out at a residential property.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
She started here as a student 8 years ago and now she owns the business
A nursery manager has become the new owner of the business where she has spent the past eight years of her career.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
King Charles and Queen Camilla are visiting Wales tomorrow - why should Newport care?
King Charles and Queen Camilla will ceremonially open Wales’ Seventh Senedd in Cardiff Bay on October 15, as Newport M4 plans face scrutiny by 96 MSs.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Drink-driver arrested at roadside after overnight crash on M4 motorway
A 56-year-old man was arrested after a single-car crash on the M4 near Newport in the early hours on October 14.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Newport hotel room prices soar by more than 1,000% ahead of Fury vs Joshua fight
Boxing fans are facing eye-watering hotel prices in Newport as demand surges ahead of the major Fury vs Joshua fight

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Further changes proposed to £10.5m plan that will see toilet block become a cafe
Changes proposed to plan to turn Pontypool public toilets in to a restaurant and cafe revealed.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
Award-winning takeaway had one big goal this year and they’ve done it
An Indian takeaway has claimed a hat-trick of titles after being named the best in its region for the third year running.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:05:52 +0100
Award-winning family chippy is one step away from an impressive hat-trick
A family-run fish and chip shop is hoping to be named the best in Wales for the third year in a row.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0100
'Walking and wheeling infrastructure' needed alongside M4 upgrades, says charity
Living Streets Cymru urges safer walking and wheeling routes as Welsh Government studies M4 congestion solutions and transport improvements around Newport.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:02:22 +0100
Police arrest man in major investigation into suspected drug importation
A man has been arrested by officers in the Chepstow area on suspicion of the unlawful importation of a Class B controlled drug.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100
'Everyone was so deserving' - nurse wins award after transforming dementia care
Newport advanced nurse practitioner Cristie Davies wins Health Professional of the Year after increasing dementia diagnosis rates by 38%.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
What Caerphilly MP Chris Evans discussed at Labour's annual conference
Caerphilly MP Chris Evans attended Labour Party Conference 2026 in Liverpool from September 27-30, meeting charities, discussing alcohol harms, high streets and youth sport.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0100
Soft plastic collection at the kerbside among changes coming to recycling service
Monmouthshire council's waste services is braced for changes including soft plastic collections.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0100
'It's not just an award for us' - men's mental health group celebrates emotional win
Newport men’s mental health group MEN HEAL wins Community Project or Group of the Year at the 2026 South Wales Community Awards.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Applications for agricultural buildings in fields with no buildings is a 'big issue'
Discussion on how to respond to applications for agricultural buildings to be held by planners.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Cause of man's death at home revealed nearly a year later as inquest concludes
Newport inquest finds man, 61, died accidentally from mixed drug toxicity involving diazepam, methadone, pregabalin and mirtazapine.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0100
'Relieve pressure on British businesses' - MP's plea ahead of key EU summit
Torfaen MP Nick Thomas-Symonds urges Prime Minister Andy Burnham to back a UK-EU deal at the November 20 summit, easing costs for UK businesses and households.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0100
Michael Sheen's Celebrity Traitors fame ranking may surprise some viewers - but why?
Michael Sheen is less famous than five of his fellow Traitors cast members according to recent YouGov data

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Her dream girls' holiday became a nightmare but led to extraordinary transformation
A holiday that turned into a personal nightmare has led to a life-changing transformation and a new career.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'No decision' on Newport motorway congestion yet, says MS
Newport M4 junction closures remain proposals, with consultation promised as ministers consider Magor and Undy station and wider Welsh transport investment.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'How is someone like Trump a president?'
This reader questions how 'someone like Trump is president.'

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Primary school wins international award for rainforest-saving school meals
Waunfawr Primary School in Crosskeys wins 2026 International Green Apple Award for its pupil-led project linking school meals, food and rainforest protection.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Six great camera club pictures showing off the region
Here are six South Wales Argus Camera Club pictures that show off Gwent.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
£60m for learning needs welcomed
Welsh Government agrees extra £60m for additional learning needs, clearing the way for its 2026-27 supplementary budget debate in the Senedd.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
'Where is CCBC’s evidence that the site is safe?'
Cllr Janine Reed and Cllr Jann Jones ask where the evidence is that claims a site with a reported PCB contamination pathway is safe.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Reform MS says Welsh Government’s winter flood plans ‘don’t cut it’
Reform MS Laura Anne Jones says Welsh Government plans to prepare for winter flooding fail to reassure communities, as ministers outline £85m flood defences.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Three Caerphilly care workers shortlisted for 2026 Wales Care Awards
Three Caerphilly care workers, Dr Manmeet Kaur, Elise Jones and Hannah Doherty, are nominated for the 2026 Wales Care Awards.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Public invited to have say on Caerphilly LDP
Have your say on Caerphilly’s 2nd Replacement LDP at Blackwood Miners Institute on November 18.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Reduced leisure hours and poverty locks local children out of sport, Senedd told
Welsh politicians warn leisure centre cuts, rising sports fees and poor transport are shutting children out of sport, widening inequality across Wales.

Wed, 14 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Millionaire driver given suspended sentence after killing mum in 76mph crash
Ronald Dowling, 66, was given a suspended sentence after causing Sharon Berry’s death in a rain-soaked Maserati crash on the A4042 in Pontypool, Wales.

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