South Wales Argus
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100'It felt so degrading' - mum's shock as baby fought for life in critical care
A first-time mother from Newport was "denied" a meal at The Grange University Hospital when her new born baby was rushed into hospital.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Newport woman admits assault at city nightclub
A Newport woman has admitted assaulting another woman following an incident at the Fire and Ice nightclub.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0100New bid submitted to flatten historic pithead baths site in favour of park
Blaenau Gwent Council has reapplied to demolish Llanhilleth pithead baths and create a park, with a bat house required before work can begin next summer.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Council to spend £27,000 clearing chewing gum from city streets
Newport City Council has secured £27,500 in funding to tackle chewing gum litter on its streets.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Road closures, 85 stalls and celebrity chefs - Your Newport Food Festival guide
A number of road closures will be in place this weekend to facilitate the safe set up of Newport Food Festival.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0100Plans submitted to remove 1.3km of hedgerow - but not for the reason you think
A proposal has been submitted to remove around 1.3km of hedgerow near the St Brides Site of Special Scientific Interest.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:00:00 +0100Gwent Police chief constable set to face questioning over 'lack of resources'
Gwent Police chief Mark Hobrough likely to face questioning over police resources.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Caerphilly, Pontypool and Brynmawr
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:22:43 +0100Greggs plans to close four factories with 740 jobs at risk in major shake-up
Greggs plans to close four manufacturing sites with around 740 jobs expected to be lost as part of a £60m overhaul of its food production operations.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 06:00:00 +0100Three quarters of parents neglect health issues while caring for children
A mother was left unable to walk unaided after putting off a doctor's appointment because she was busy juggling family, work and life responsibilities.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100Rail crime causes more than 1,000 hours of delays and costs £2.5m over one year
More than 1,000 hours of train delays have been caused by rail crime in Wales and the Borders in just one year.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100Chepstow archaeology festival to bring Roman soldiers and hands-on history to life
An archaeology festival featuring Roman soldiers, heritage crafts and hands-on history activities is coming to Chepstow this weekend.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:01:00 +0100Catherine Fookes among MPs calling for nudity blocking tech on children's phones
A Monmouthshire MP is among more than 100 calling for tech bosses to introduce nudity blocking technology on children's smartphones ahead of any legislation.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:30:00 +0100Former South Wales chapel on 0.6-acre site listed for sale with £1 guide price
A spacious converted former South Wales chapel which has previously been the headquarters of a successful business is now looking for a new owner.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0100Powering communities: renewable energy helps Wales community centres
Across Wales, community centres are often the unsung heroes of local life. Run largely by volunteers, they provide safe spaces for people of all ages to learn, connect, access support and build stronger communities. Yet many of these vital hubs face ...
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:57:23 +0100Drivers face 35-minute delays as severe congestion builds beyond motorway bridge
Drivers are facing 35 minutes delays on the other side of the Prince of Wales Bridge, according to AA Route Planner.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:41:19 +0100M4 crash blocks lane during morning rush hour as drivers warned to expect delays
An M4 crash between the Coldra and Magor has caused disruption for drivers on Wednesday morning, September 30.
Wed, 30 Sep 2026 08:33:55 +0100Crash blocks lane on M4 as drivers warned of traffic and delays across the network
Lane three is blocked on the M4 eastbound between J24 and J23A following a crash. Follow along for the latest updates.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0100Drivers face £150 fines under new Wales crackdown on idling outside schools
Drivers who leave engines running while parked can now face fines of up to £150 as tougher anti-idling rules come into force across Wales.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100"The same officer punched me again" man alleges after arrest which left him bruised
A 37-year-old Newport man was left with severe bruising and numb hands after a police officer allegedly punched him last week.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:46:39 +0100Newport arrest footage prompts complaint after officer appears to punch man
A 37-year-old man from the Newport area was allegedly punched by police officers in the early hours of Sunday morning.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100"An astonishing sum" - Questions over £538k spent on traveller site security
Newport City Council has come under fire after spending more than £500,000 on security at a Gypsy and Traveller site.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Gwent health board plans to end corridor care ahead of looming winter demand
Gwent's Aneurin Bevan NHS board told to end corridor care as part of winter planning.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:18:22 +0100Newborn baby's body found on shoreline in Wales as 'direct appeal' made to mother
Police have launched an investigation after a newborn baby's body was found in Bangor. An urgent appeal has been made to locate the mother.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0100Wayne and Coleen Rooney reveal how they spent their rare free weekend in Wales
Football legend Wayne Rooney and his wife Coleen made the most of a "very rare free weekend" to climb Wales' highest peak, Yr Wyddfa.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:53:45 +0100Customers left ‘gutted’ as much-loved ice cream shop announces its sudden closure
Popular ice cream shop Subzero suddenly closed its doors on Monday, September 28
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Unsafe building keeps road closed days after three fire crews responded to blaze
A house fire in Ebbw Vale sparked road closures and a large emergency response on a busy street last week.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Man cleared of perverting the course of justice after false driver claim rejected
Gareth Steed, 58, from New Inn, Pontypool, has been found not guilty at Cardiff Crown Court of an allegation that he provided false driver details on a notice of intended prosecution.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:53:31 +0100New plans for former college base that has been empty for three years put forward
Former Coleg Gwent site at Blaendare Road, Pontypool was earmarked for housing in 2013.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0100Do you recognise them? Three long-term missing person cases linked to Gwent
These people from the Gwent region are currently reported as missing, with one case dating back more than 20 years.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Readers fear "gridlock" if Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury fight takes place
Newport readers fear M4 traffic chaos and busy Brynglas Tunnels if the Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury fight takes place.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0100Households left without water as second burst main hits community within 48 hours
Households in Portskewett have been left without water following two burst mains in just 48 hours.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Fresh application lodged for approved 9-bedroom HMO
A new planning application has been submitted relating to an approved nine-bedroom HMO, with Newport City Council reviewing ecological enhancement details.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100BBC crew turned this south Wales village into a fictional seaside town
Magor was transformed into the fictional seaside town of Morfa as filming took place for BBC thriller The Night They Vanished starring Joanne Froggatt.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Why ale lovers have singled out this pub as one of the best around for 2027
A popular pub has been recognised for its high standards and quality of real ale.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Police issue vigilance warning after 13 Nissan Jukes stolen in 24 hours
A police investigation is continuing after 13 Nissan Juke were reportedly stolen within 24 hours across the Caerphilly area.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100Newport man remanded in custody after admitting cocaine supply offence
Robert Jones, 37, of Agincourt Street, Newport has pleaded guilty to possessing cocaine with intent to supply and has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing at Cardiff Crown Court.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100TG Jones store remains open despite fears it could be among 150 closures
The TG Jones store in Chepstow remains open and trading despite being linked to the retailer's nationwide restructuring programme.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 04:00:00 +0100In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Tredegar, Portskewett and Caerphilly
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100Bid to keep roller shutters refused as inspector says town has 'fortress' appearance
Shutters give Pontypool town centre a 'fortress' appearance says appeal inspector.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0100School saved from closure gets "best chance possible" to survive
Caerphilly Council halts plans to consult on Deri Primary School closure, giving the school time to tackle falling pupil numbers and mounting budget pressures.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0100'Coupon king' reveals hack to get Nando's burger for £3 less
A money-saving tip has sparked debate online after claiming to shave more than £3 off the price of a Nando’s chicken burger.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 13:05:35 +0100Major plans revealed for new holiday lets at popular Welsh attraction
Plans for the new development at popular Pembrokeshire attraction Folly Farm have been submitted to county planners.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:52:18 +0100Woman quit university after strangling attack at holiday park, court hears
A man strangled a woman during a stay at a Pembrokeshire holiday park, a court has heard.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:00:00 +0100Online pet store shut down after £6.3m 'unexplained transactions'
Investigators found that the company sold products to UK customers and used a UK-based contractor to handle returns.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 15:50:36 +0100Andy Burnham announces VAT cut on energy bills 'from this Thursday' in keynote speech
Andy Burnham has announced that VAT will be removed from domestic energy bills from 'this Thursday', October 2026.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0100Education provider backing South Wales young people at awards
An education provider is celebrating the achievements of young people and the wider community.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:53:26 +0100From conservatory startup in Wales to 600 Target stores across America
The viral Pembrokeshire beauty brand that went viral has taken its next step in a global expansion.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:51:44 +0100Sky customers to lose 3 TV channels this week as major changes take effect
Sky TV has confirmed it will permanently close three of its channels this week ahead of its October shakeup.
Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:17:27 +0100EastEnders star lined up for return to BBC show 20 years after soap debut
An EastEnders star is reportedly making a return to the BBC show, 20 years after they first appeared in Albert Square.