South Wales Argus

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Discover the shops reinvigorating the city centre despite its huge challenges
Located in the heart of the city centre, Commercial Street boasts a great mix of chain shops and independent businesses.

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Man found in pub car park in charge of vehicle whilst over drink-drive limit
Tyler Hermitage, 19, was found in a Pontypool pub car park in charge of a vehicle whilst he was over the  drink-drive limit

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Woman threatened to share intimate photo of another woman
Newport: Woman threatened to share intimate photo of another woman

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Historic Welsh chapel with conversion plans goes on sale for £220,000
A Grade II listed former chapel in the Brecon Beacons, complete with planning permission to transform it into a holiday accommodation, is now up for sale

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Popular traditional pub with pool table and motorcycle model goes on sale
A well-established traditional pub with four-bedroom private accommodation is available for £325,000 in Ebbw Vale, Gwent.

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Chepstow and Caerphilly

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Eight of the best family dream homes for sale in Gwent right now
Gwent is a place full of great options for family homes and some dream properties. Here are eight properties across Gwent available on the market right now

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
NOSTALGIA Remembering the Kingsway Centre in Newport in its heyday
From a Tesco supermarket in the 80s to the Inshops and then the Friars Walk development, the shopping centre has dramatically changed over the years

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
How you can see the two meteor showers expected this month
November sees two meteor showers grace our skies with the Leonids shower already underway and peaking later in the month, and this week, the maximum of Northern Taurids. 

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
The latest planning applications in Monmouthshire
These are the latest planning applications between October 23 and 29.

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
The cheapest places to fill your car in and around 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.

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000
What date will DWP state pensions go up and how much will the increase be?
State Pensioners are due a sizable increase in their payments from the DWP next April, following the government's Triple lock promise.

Sat, 08 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000
The 'extremely rare' Beatrix Potter 50p coin selling for 188 times face value
The coin is one of four that were released in 2017 to celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the birth of famed British author Beatrix Potter.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Man strangled his brother after threatening to burn down their family home
Morgan Porter strangled his brother after threatening to burn down their family home in Newport

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:34:21 +0000
Arrests made after baby dies in XL Bully dog attack
Arrests have been made in connection with a dog attack in Rogiet.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Woman spent 28 hours in ‘cupboard-like’ hospital room with no bed, equipment on floor
A woman spent 28 hours in a cupboard-like room at The Grange Hospital with no bed, pillow, or blanket as her family calls for a full investigation.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:12:23 +0000
90s star to headline at Newport Christmas lights switch-on
A “mysterious” ’90s star has been revealed as the headliner for Newport’s Christmas lights switch-on.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Man admits child sex offence after being caught red-handed by paedophile hunters
Pontypool man Jason Howells pleads guilty to a child sex offence after being caught red-handed by paedophile hunters

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Hundreds flock to fashionable new shop that's just opened in Cwmbran
Popular high street retailer Pavers has officially opened its new store in Cwmbran.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Welsh restaurant crowned as restaurant of the year at National Curry Awards
A popular restaurant triumphed at the National Curry Awards

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Woman lost hair after being attacked by abusive boyfriend
Newport: Woman lost hair after being attacked by boyfriend

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Planning application hit by objections despite works done over three years ago
A planning application to change the ground floor to a mixed-use space has been met with objections

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
New signage approved for historic venue as it prepares reopens its doors
New signage has been approved for the Tredegar Arms Hotel following the news that it is set to reopen later this year.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Simmering row sees five councillors walk out of authority's monthly meeting
The councillors are in a dispute over the running of their local council.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Country music festival, ghost tour and craft fair: Gwent events this weekend
A country music festival, a candlelight ghost tour, and a Christmas craft fair are all on the agenda for Gwent residents this weekend

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Live music and quizzes to fill pubs and social clubs across Gwent this weekend
Live music and quizzes are set to fill pubs and social clubs across Gwent this weekend

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Eight-bed HMO plan rejected amid more than 40 objections from residents
A plan to convert a Newport house into an eight-bedroom property has been rejected

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Our focus is how to help people,' homelessness bill passes first Senedd hurdle
Plans to abolish the 'exclusionary' priority need and intentionality tests for homelessness support in Wales have cleared the first hurdle in the Senedd.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Risca

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Memorial benches unveiled in tribute to veterans across Pontypool
A number of memorial benches have been unveiled across Pontypool to honour local veterans and the armed forces community.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000
8 of the most desirable properties in Gwent on the market right now
Gwent is a place full of great options for family homes and some dream properties. Here are eight properties across Gwent available on the market right now

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
How FIPP is helping families build safer, more secure futures
This year marks 15 years since Pobl launched the Family Intervention Prevention Project (FIPP).

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Senedd backs ‘bricks-and-mortar’ business rates revamp
The Senedd has rubber stamped plans to cut business rates for about 13,000 smaller high-street shops in Wales.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
'Another deep economic crisis is shaping up for next year'
This reader is concerned with an oncoming 'capitalist crash'.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Faith Matters: Acts of Remembrance
This week's Faith Matters column focuses on remembrance.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
West End stars to perform in charity concert at Llandaff Cathedral
West End stars perform musical theatre favourites at Llandaff Cathedral, Cardiff, for Calon Hearts UK charity concert on Nov 12.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
A quarter of Gen Z say hometown shapes identity more than national background
LADbible Group’s Youth Census 2025 reveals Gen Z values faith, wellness, community, and hometown pride as much as digital life.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Best pictures of autumn walks from the South Wales Argus Camera Club
Here are some of our favourite pictures of autumn walks from the South Wales Argus Camera Club.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Council considers motion to ensure 'ethical' pension investments
Caerphilly County Borough Council to debate Plaid Cymru-led motion on ethical pension fund investments, Gaza conflict, and human rights.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
How FIPP is helping families build safer, more secure futures
This year marks 15 years since Pobl launched the Family Intervention Prevention Project (FIPP).

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Cheaper bus fares rolling out in Newport
Cheaper £1 bus fares for children aged 5–15 now available in Newport under Welsh Government scheme, boosting affordable public transport for young people.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Parents are shunning bikes this Christmas due to road safety fears
Nearly half of Welsh parents avoid buying bikes for children at Christmas over road safety fears.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Health protection team honoured as 'public health hero'
A health protection team is set to be honoured as a 'public health hero' for its work to improve community health and tackle infectious diseases across Gwent.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Welsh company hailed for life-changing programme for care experienced young people
Premier Forest Products’ Corporate Parenting Programme supports care-experienced young people with paid work placements, mentoring and educational support.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
'Ynysddu and Crosskeys ward merger should not happen'
This reader believes that the Ynysduu and Crosskeys wards should not merge.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
'Reform are hinting at council tax rises'
This reader believes that Reform are hinting at raising council taxes, in many of the local councils where they hold power.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Wales ‘hurt hardest’ by Brexit trade barriers
Wales has been “hurt hardest” by Brexit amid a “mess” of trade barriers, cultural blockades and a “fading” Welsh presence in EU relations.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Business support fair to offer practical advice to help ventures
Newport hosts a business support fair on Nov 19, offering advice, funding guidance, and training for entrepreneurs.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
Newport firm takes off with major investment deal
An investment partnership has taken off between a firm with a Newport base and a New York company.

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0000
'The Labour party has given up on Wales'
This reader believes that the Labour party have given up on Wales and are 'in denial' of Plaid Cymru's support.

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