South Wales Argus

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Father of missing man says his son's 'murderers' are 'still walking around'
The father of a Newbridge man who vanished 13 years ago today is still searching for answers, and Gwent Police confirm that the investigation is still ongoing.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Man caused damage worth £3,360 to wine bar window
Ebbw Vale caused damage worth £3,360 to a window at Morgans Wine Bar

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:53:29 +0000
Urgent appeal as man, 61, reported missing for several hours
Gwent Police has launched an appeal to locate a missing 61-year-old man from Newbridge

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Man faces jail over heroin and cocaine trafficking offences
Newport man faces jail sentence over heroin and cocaine trafficking offences

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
See all the countries Gwent MP, and government minister, visited in a year
MP has been a frequent visitor to one particular European city.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Risca

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Welsh school praised for inclusive ethos in glowing inspection report
An inclusive ethos has been recognised in a glowing inspection report.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Pair of 'bonded' cats looking for new owners to re-home them
A pair of "bonded" cats are looking for new owners.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'It is clear the fight to defend unborn babies has intensified beyond belief'
As we have celebrated Christmas, let us not forget what it is about. 

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Your 999 call can wait': Welsh Ambulance Service issues New Year's Eve plea
Revellers are being urged to take care and use 999 responsibly.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Not much joined up thinking on active travel
The Senedd Public Accounts and Public Administration Committee recently stated that active travel progress from local authorities was too slow (Argus, December 19), and they also lacked the capacity and expertise for effective delivery.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
'Excluding councillors undermines environmental regulation'
As the elected ward councillors for Ynysddu, which includes Ty Llwyd Quarry, we are deeply concerned that local voices are being excluded from key discussions on contaminated land regulation in Wales.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Iconic triathlon among sporting events taking place in Wales in 2026
If you're looking to challenge yourself with mass-participation events, several options across Wales are available for people of all ages and abilities throughout 2026.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Beautiful: Four pictures from around Gwent
This is just a small selection of the pictures shared by members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club and you can see more by visiting the SWACC page on Facebook. More than 5,800 people are signed up as camera club members. Why not join them?

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Memories of the campaign to save the Patent Office
Reading your nostalgia memories of the Argus from the 1980s certainly brought back historical positive memories in the campaign to stop the privatisation of the Patent Office (now Intellectual Property Office) and save a thousand jobs.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Secretary of State for Wales says 2026 will see 'new jobs and economic growth'
Wales is set for a year of "jobs, growth and increased investment," according to the Secretary of State for Wales.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 08:16:32 +0000
Man, 40, robbed of £15,000 Rolex watch and cash after leaving shop
A 40-year-old man was robbed of his £15,000 Rolex watch and cash after walking home from the Family Shopper on Merthyr Dyfan Road

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:37:53 +0000
Police find Newport man for investigation into breach of restraining order
A Newport man who was wanted by Gwent Police for investigation has been found

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:26:04 +0000
New Year Honours award Idris Elba, Torvill & Dean and Warwick Davis for 2026
Idris Elba, Torvill & Dean, Warwick Davis and Sally Lindsay are among the famous faces to have been recognised in the New Year Honours list for 2026

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000
What will the new 'revamped' UK passport look like in 2026? The change has arrived
Passports issued with Queen Elizabeth II’s coat of arms remain valid until their expiry date.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 +0000
You could face jail time in UK if you use fireworks during these hours of the day
It is against the law to set off fireworks between 11pm and 7am in the UK, however, there are exemptions - the laws to be aware of.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0000
Brits urged to take plastic tubs to this pub chain amid 47 million tub tidal wave
New research has exposed the hidden environmental cost of the UK’s festive sweet tooth – revealing how Christmas indulgence is fuelling a growing plastic waste problem.

Tue, 30 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000
Eight in 10 Brits would return or sell their unwanted gifts, research shares
A majority of Brits would sell or return unwanted gifts they've received at Christmas or for a birthday, a new survey has shared

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Newport man buys back car he first bought for his wife 22 years earlier
A man from Newport repurchased a car he bought for his wife

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Woman helps drug dealer escape from hospital by acting as his getaway driver
Newport woman admits helping criminal escape from Cwmbran hospital

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
WATCH: Armed police descend on residential street on Christmas day
Residents reported presence of armed police officer, dogs and helicopter on a residential street in Gwent

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:17:31 +0000
Boy, 13, sent to hospital on Christmas Day after crash between car and scooter
A 13-year-old boy was taken to hospital following a crash between a car and scooter on Commercial Street, Pengam

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Patients and residents label parking at city hospital 'horrendous' and a 'nightmare'
Parking at the Royal Gwent Hospital has been a problem for some time, as reported by patients and visitors.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 15:51:47 +0000
Woman rescued from waist-deep mud by runners in terrifying ordeal
Jenny Hancock was saved from mud in Allt-yr-Yn by members of Short Strides Running Club on Saturday, December 27.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'A shame it's spoiled' - litter left on rugby pitch sparks concern
Shocking images of discarded cider cans on a rugby pitch in Cwmbran have sparked a local debate.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 22:36:00 +0000
Charity founder among Gwent residents on New Years Honours list
Charity founders, emergency workers and rugby enthusiasts are among those from Gwent in the King’s New Year Honours list 2026.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Shop gets fresh start with new ownership and food hygiene rating
A shop has been given a fresh start under new ownership and a renewed focus on safety and standards

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
From bowls clubs to walking groups - how this council plans to overhaul its services
What's The Deal? Council leader on new approach to its operations.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Cause of fire revealed after emergency services called to home on Christmas Day
South Wales Fire and Rescue Service were called to a fire at a home on Sansom Street, Risca

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Emergency services spend hours tackling wildfire on Valleys mountain
The fire service spent hours dealing with a blaze at Griffithstown, Pontypool

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Paedophile sent underage ‘schoolgirl’ photograph of his genitals
Blackwood: Paedophile sent underage ‘schoolgirl’ photograph of his genitals

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Residents invited to have their say on new flats for former cinema and nursery site
A new plan for 24 affordable apartments on the site of a former cinema and nursery could soon move forward.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Three homes proposed for village’s ‘underused’ green plot
Three new homes could be built on a corner plot of land in Brynawel, new plans show.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Primary school receives praise for pupil behaviour and progress
A primary school has been praised by inspectors for its progress in pupil development

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Air ambulance confirms landing at Newport park on Boxing Day
Wales Air Ambulance has confirmed landing at Beechwood Park, Newport on Boxing Day

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
'Dated' and hard to let former office block will be converted to flats
The plan will also see car park converted to a communal garden.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
'Mesmerising' beach in Wales named among UK's best to visit this winter
Whitesands has been named among the best winter beaches in the UK by BBC Countryfile - here's why

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0000
Two-acre home not far from Abergavenny market goes up for sale
An elevated single-storey home with a paddock of over an acre is for sale in Mitchel Troy, Monmouthshire.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0000
Jessica Morden MP reflects on 2025
Jessica Morden MP takes the time to reflect on 2025 and the residents of Newport East that she has met.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:00:00 +0000
Six peaceful Gwent pictures taken by our readers
Take a look at these six lovely pictures from the South Wales Argus Camera Club.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:01:00 +0000
Half a million drone users could be affected as safety rules change
UK drone laws change from 1 January 2026: CAA requires all users of drones over 100g to pass a theory test and obtain a Flyer ID. Registration now mandatory.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 05:00:00 +0000
Pickleball included in 60-plus scheme as Welsh Government funds activities
An active start to older age is being championed through 125 free or discounted fitness sessions.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 19:59:06 +0000
RECAP: Reports of heavy police presence in city centre
We have received reports of a heavy police presence on Skinner Street, Newport.

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0000
Quality Street officially reveals mystery new chocolate added to classic selection
Quality Street added a new chocolate to its selection for pick and mix tins in John Lewis and Waitrose, which it has finally unveiled as a Pineapple Creme

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 12:22:36 +0000
Newport man with drug offences remains wanted by police after breaching license
Gwent Police have issued a reappeal to find a Newport man who has breached his license conditions

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