South Wales Argus

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Mercure Newport hotel could close by Christmas 2027 amid ground-rent dispute
Newport's Mercure hotel could close by Christmas 2027 unless a £316,800 ground-rent dispute between the developer and the council is resolved.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Police stop bike rider and uncover suspected drugs in roadside search
A person has been arrested after suspected drugs were seized during a plain-clothes police operation in Newport on Sunday, September 13.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Flying drones near prison could lead to prosecution as fresh warning issued
Members of the public are being reminded that drone flights are banned around HMP Usk.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Missing man's mum blasts police over 'wrong date' CCTV search
Missing Bristol man Jack O'Sullivan's mother accuses Avon and Somerset Police of a 'total failure' over delayed CCTV requests and date errors in the search.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
City centre crime crackdown nets prolific offender behind burglaries
A prolific offender has been jailed after breaking into two businesses and attempting to force entry into a third in Newport city centre.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Is Wales' capital city losing its shine? Some call it 'dirty' and 'behind the curve'
Cardiff residents, businesses and tourists share mixed views on the Welsh capital’s cleanliness, safety and growth, while the council highlights investment.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Former cake shop to be converted to a 'wellbeing hub' as yoga studio plan approved
Yoga studio plan will improve commercial offer in Griffithstown say planners.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Former primary school could be transformed into 25 affordable homes
Blaenau Gwent plans 25 affordable homes at former Willowtown Primary School in Ebbw Vale, including flats, houses and plans to demolish an old boxing gym.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Family pays tribute to 'deeply-loved' motorcyclist killed in crash on Welsh road
Shane Hamilton, 51, died in a collision on the A40 between Bwlch and Brecon at around 2.30pm on Saturday, September 5.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100
RNLI volunteers save lives. So why are they under attack online?
A Ceredigion councillor has suffered “ugly and scary” online anti-RNLI abuse after innocently sharing a video of the local lifeboat, whose crew once received a gallantry award for saving the lives of a rowing team.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100
UK company behind Leonardo Di Caprio movie issued winding up order
GFM Animation worked with Leonardo Di Caprio on his production company’s 2023 animated film Ozi: Voice of the Forest.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Marshall-backed tour to fund improvements at independent UK music venues
The Made of Loud Tour, backed by Marshall and featuring artists Cancer Bats and Knives, will arrive at Clwb Ifor Bach on October 21 as part of a 16-date run.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Monmouthshire residents invited to shape future council services in 10-minute survey
Residents are being invited to have their say on council services through a public survey.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'I've never been to such a happy place' says mayor after event
A vibrant celebration of African culture has brought smiles, music, and unity to people of all backgrounds.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
New thriller follows DI Fagan probe into young woman's death during SAS selection
A new crime thriller set in the shadow of SAS selection is set for release.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
'Vocal cuddle bug' Ferb seeks quiet new home after going missing for a year
A vocal "cuddle bug" who loves treats and affection is on the lookout for a new home.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Ebbw Vale football programme offers free first session for children
A football programme is aiming to help children get active and build confidence through sport.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Eight-year-old wins Torfaen library card design competition with owl artwork
Eight-year-old Jonah Giles from Pontypool has won a competition to design a new children’s library card for Torfaen, beating more than 170 other entries.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Gwent poet Des Mannay to perform alongside poetry stars at Morecambe festival
A Gwent poet is set to take the stage at a spoken word event in the north of England.

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 07:25:03 +0100
Welsh star Matthew Rhys makes Emmy history with a record-breaking double victory
Cardiff-born actor Matthew Rhys has made Emmy history after becoming the first male performer to win two best lead actor awards at the same ceremony.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Van driver who killed Team GB triathlete by crashing into her bike to be deported
Romanian van driver Vasile Barbu, now 50, will be deported after he killed Team GB triathlete Rebecca Comins, 52, during a bike race in 2022.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:06:58 +0100
Revealed: Picture of woman who made false claims ex-husband cop was a rapist
Jennifer Pritchard, 47, from Tredegar was jailed after falsely accusing her police officer ex-husband of being a rapist and baby killer in a malicious Facebook campaign

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:08:29 +0100
Speedboat killer attacked new partner and stabbed her with barbecue tongs
Speedboat killer Jack Shepherd, previously of Abergavenny, has been jailed after assaulting his girlfriend and stabbing her with barbecue tongs.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Pharmacy worker dismissed after 30 years gets major tribunal pay-out of almost £38k
Two pharmacy workers have been awarded nearly £38,000 in compensation after winning claims of harassment related to their sexual orientation.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Police investigating reports of balaclava-clad 'right wing' protesters on M48 bridge
POLICE are investigating reports of men in balaclavas throwing objects onto the motorway in an alleged right-wing protest over the M48.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:31:06 +0100
Teenagers arrested after late-night mass brawl caught on camera
A 14-YEAR-OLD boy and a 16-year-old girl have been arrested after a fight broke out in Newport on Friday night, Gwent Police has confirmed.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Cycle path coffee trailer gets three-year trial run despite neighbour's complaints
The coffee trailer will be located alongside a national cycle path at Talywain, Pontypool.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
A community pub has new owners after an emotional goodbye from the old team
A well-loved village pub has reopened under new management.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Motorcyclist forced to walk home after police spotted reckless four-car overtake
A motorcyclist was forced "to walk home" after being stopped for dangerous riding in the Caerphilly area.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:29:41 +0100
Exact date Aldi’s new Newport store will finally open confirmed
Aldi will open a new Newport store at East Retail Park in Maesglas on October 22, creating another Gwent branch as part of its UK-wide expansion plans.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:06:33 +0100
Mum’s five-minute money habit is paying for Christmas this year
Swansea mum Neesha Craig has saved £230 through cashback towards her £300 Christmas goal, while her side hustles have earned more than £100,000.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Welcome to the world baby Tatum
Every week on our New Arrivals page we give babies born in Gwent a big welcome to the world.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Weapon, van and off-road bikes seized as targeted police operation leads to arrest
A police operation targeting illegal off-road bikes and anti-social behaviour has led to an arrest and a number of vehicle seizures.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Could one of these seven Gwent takeaways be crowned Wales' best kebab?
Seven Gwent kebab businesses have reached the semi-finals of the British Kebab Awards.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Richard Hammond’s latest venture just earned a surprise gold award
Richard Hammond’s Ratio Gin wins gold at the 2026 Global Gin Masters. The Abergavenny-based broadcaster will headline Abergavenny Food Festival in Wales.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Michael Sheen tipped as perfect Celebrity Traitors villain after BBC cast reveal
Michael Sheen joins The Celebrity Traitors cast for series two on BBC, with fans tipping the Welsh actor to become a traitor when the show returns this autumn.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 17:04:39 +0100
Oasis confirms 2027 UK tour with 20 shows – how to get tickets 
Oasis’ Liam and Noel Gallagher will return to the stage with another UK tour in 2027, with shows in Glasgow and Manchester, and Knebworth.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:47:48 +0100
EastEnders star opens up on 'natural decision' to leave BBC soap after 13 years
Kellie Bright, who has played Linda Carter on BBC soap EastEnders for 13 years, is due to leave the show soon.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:53:24 +0100
Andy Burnham's father Roy dies aged 86 as Prime Minister cancels engagements
Andy Burnham's father Roy has died at the age of 86, after living with Alzheimer’s

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100
Forever Home full cast list for Channel 5 adaptation of Graham Norton book
An adaptation of Graham Norton's book Forever Home will air on Channel 5, starring the likes of Amy Nuttall and Denise Welch

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:16:47 +0100
Bomb disposal team called after suspected antique grenade found in garage
Police cordoned off a property on Ffordd Celyn, Sychdyn, after a suspected antique grenade was discovered during a garage clearance.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:38:18 +0100
'I'm so sorry': ITV Good Morning Britain's Kate Garraway taken off air
The Good Morning Britain presenter was taken off air during a live broadcast of the ITV show this morning

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:36:37 +0100
UK shoe chain set to shut 17 stores as closing down sales begin - see the full list
Wynsors World of Shoes is set to close 17 stores across the UK - see the full list of locations.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Welsh teenager, 17, sets up first organised fossil rescue group in Wales
A teenager from south Wales has set up an organisation to protect Welsh fossil heritage.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Caerphilly library campaign continues despite court dismissal of challenge
A campaign to save Caerphilly libraries from closure is continuing despite a judicial review dismissing a legal challenge.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Inclusive dance production coming to Abertillery this autumn
An inclusive dance theatre production exploring the highs and lows of life is coming to Abertillery this autumn.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Welsh Government urged to release £340m ALN funding for schools
Unfortunately, I must begin on a very sad note as we mourn the passing of our dear friend and Labour colleague, Councillor Nigel George, said Ruth Jones MP.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100
Torfaen residents urged to have their say in annual council survey
People are being encouraged to have their say on life in Torfaen as part of a residents’ survey.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:08:56 +0100
Commuting into Cardiff? Here's when you can get a free McDonald's coffee
McDonald's is set to offer free coffee to Cardiff commuters for one day only.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Take a trip down memory lane with these 10 photos from Gwent in September 2006
Take a trip down memory lane with us with these 10 photos from September 2006.

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