South Wales Argus

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Peppa Pig character to receive life-changing diagnosis in upcoming episode
Peppa Pig's brother George is to be diagnosed as moderately deaf in an episode that will air at the beginning of March

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'We are desperately trying to hold on' - Pubs hit hard by rates increase
Pubs in Wales have described how they are “just desperately trying to hold on” amid the new business rates proposed by the Welsh Government.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Man caught with 585 prohibited images of children
Pontypool man caught with 585 prohibited images of children

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Concern as ‘sex dungeon’ located near two primary schools in Newport
Concern has been raised over a 'seedy sex dungeon' listed on Booking.com which is located near two primary schools in Newport

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Gwent Police conduct major clampdown on drivers in city with vehicles seized
Gwent Police have carried out an operation in Newport, resulting in seized vehicles.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Could this Roman heritage spot be a contender for the UK Town of Culture?
Newport City Council’s cabinet will be asked to support putting forward Caerleon for the UK Town of Culture competition.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
WATCH - Crack cocaine found during search warrant as Newport dealer arrested
A video shows Gwent Police seizing 60 wraps of crack cocaine during a search warrant in Newport

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Brynmawr, Magor and Caerphilly

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
'Last year’s inaugural Music Trail was a blast'
THIS week’s column is the latest in a series called ‘So You Think Nothing Ever Happens in Newport?’

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
How to view the brightest star in the night sky this week
Sat in the constellation of Pisces, the planet Saturn continues to keep us company in the southwest after sunset, appearing as a bright ‘star’ in the dark winter skies.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The cheapest petrol stations to fill up your car in to Newport
To help you get the best deal on your petrol or diesel, we've compiled a list of the cheapest garages in and around Newport, according to petrolprices.com. Petrol prices gets its information direct from garages and from users.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New guidance issued on pupils bringing weapons into schools
New guidance is being issued to Welsh schools concerning incidents of pupils bringing weapons onto school premises in Wales.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
New independent adviser on ministerial standards appointed
The Welsh Government has appointed an independent adviser on ministerial standards to uphold the highest standards of public life.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Cardiff Airport cancellations dropped by more than half in 2025
Cardiff Airport flight cancellations fell by more than half in 2025.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
NatWest announces major expansion of free financial advice service
NatWest has announced a major expansion of its UK-wide financial education programme to support tens of thousands of people with free guidance.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
S4C looks for new non-executive board members
S4C is on the lookout for two new non-executive board members.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Here & Now - We left the theatre in love with Steps all over again
Soon after I came to live and work in Cardiff the pop band Steps hit the big time.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Unique playground tool puts focus on inclusion as minister visits park
A playground conversation between two children has highlighted the power of a simple but transformative tool.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Things to do in Gwent this weekend including a comic fair and craft market
From a comic fair to a Valentine’s craft market, Gwent has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this month.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Gigs not to miss in Gwent this weekend
From indie pop gigs to pub rockers, Gwent has a packed schedule of events to enjoy this February.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Fresh call for investment in UK canal network
Fresh calls have been made for long-term investment in the UK’s canal network.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Cycle link's construction triggers three-month long road closure
A junction will close for several months to allow the construction of a new cycle path.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
See inside this family home with its own woodland area on the market for £650,000
A detached family home in a highly sought-after area of Caerleon with its own woodland grounds of approximately one third of an acre is on the market for £650,000.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
See inside this four-bedroom family home with orangery and spacious grounds
A four-bedroom detached family house in Langstone, Newport, is currently on the market with a guide price of £625,000.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
4 of the longest-running takeaways in Newport revealed - can you name them all?
From Vacara's Fish and Chip Shop to Vittorio's Restaurant - here are four of the longest-running takeaways in Newport that are still open today.

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Starbucks has a new limited-edition Pistachio Hot Chocolate and Valentine cake pop
This Valentine’s Day, Starbucks is adding a new twist to coffee time with the launch of its Pistachio Hot Chocolate and Pistachio Iced Chocolate.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Thief stole Pokémon cards and collectables worth £65,000 from gaming store
Cardiff thief stole Pokémon cards and collectables worth £65,000 from Cwmbran gaming store

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 18:54:29 +0000
Valleys village community in shock as murder investigation launched into boy's death
An investigation has been launched by police into a fatal incident in the Caerphilly area.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Thug stabbed men with spear and garden shears in 'brutal' violent attacks
THUG Paul Morrissey burst into two Newport homes and stabbed one man in the neck with a spear and another man with half a pair of garden shears.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:39:41 +0000
Police launch murder investigation after a teenage boy died at house
Five people have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy died following an incident at a property in Abertridwr, Gwent Police have confirmed.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Driver jailed for trying to lie his way out of trouble to avoid motoring conviction
Driver jailed for trying to lie his way out of trouble to avoid motoring conviction in Newport

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 11:09:36 +0000
Man pleads guilty to murder of much-loved MMA fighter
Blaenavon man Kai Pennell admits murder of MMA fighter Duane Keen

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Elusive drug dealer ordered to pay back most of his profits
Elusive Newport drug dealer ordered to pay back most of his profits

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Mystery smell across Newport still under investigation months on
Newport City Council says investigations are ongoing months after residents first reported a mystery smell across parts of the city.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Girl, 11, remains in hospital a month on after being hit by car
An 11-year-old girl remains in hospital in a stable condition a month after being seriously injured in a crash on Corporation Road, Newport.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Man charged with multiple rapes of girl in 1980s appears in court
Newport – Robert Wells charged with rapes of girl in 1980s

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
See what's on the menu at the new food shop in Newport city centre
A new independent food business, Mr G’s Kitchen, has opened in Newport’s Kingsway Centre, serving pizza, salads and hearty lunch options.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Woman, 101, fell at Newport care home before passing away after surgery
An inquest found a 101-year-old woman fell at a Newport care home before passing away after surgery

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Spacious detached family home with double garage on desirable estate on the market
An expansive five-bedroom detached home has come onto the market in a "highly sought-after" estate in Llantarnam.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Dog owner failed to microchip his pet and now faces a hefty fine
A dog owner has been fined after failing to microchip a Jack Russell Terrier, breaching Welsh regulations, Caerphilly council has confirmed.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Concern for unborn lambs after dog attack at community farm
A Gwent farm is appealing for dogs to be kept on leads after reporting an incident in which sheep were injured.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Two escape room companies join forces to offer amazing experience in city
Escape room fans are about to get more puzzles to solve as Newport is preparing for a major escape room experience

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
Cafe receives five star food hygiene rating and compliments from happy customers
A Mediterranean cafe has impressed diners with its cooking after earning glowing reviews and a top food hygiene rating.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
'Beloved' village local pub saved as reopening confirmed just two days after closure
A pub that closed earlier this month is already on the road to reopening with new leaseholders and a fresh start

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
Critics told new stand won’t turn village football pitch into Anfield
A new stand would not result in a Newport football club’s ground becoming “Anfield tomorrow”, a city council planning committee has been assured.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Over 50 per cent of chicken served in county schools not from UK, report reveals
Councils are under fire after an investigation revealed that schoolchildren are being served imported chicken in school meals

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
Meet Lois Lane, the confident, 12-year-old cat looking for her forever home and hero
Meet Lois Lane, a confident 12-year-old cat seeking a forever home after returning to the cattery.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000
UK broadband company closes as customers told to find new provider 'immediately'
UK-based broadband company Vispa offered Openreach-based broadband packages and full fibre broadband.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0000
Do you live in a speeding hotspot? Top 10 worst offenders revealed
Speeding is one of the biggest dangers associated with driving, with traffic police focusing their resources on reducing the number of people going over the speed limit.

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Nantyglo, Pontypool and Caerphilly

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