South Wales Argus

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Huge welcome to these newborn twins
Here are more babies recently born in Gwent.

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
A look back at some of our headlines over the last 100 years like earthquake survivor
The South Wales Argus has been reporting on the news across Gwent for more than 100 years. Here's a few of our headlines from that period.

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Looking back at Doctor Who's filming in Gwent and local fans
Doctor Who has always had a strong connection with South Wales, particularly since the 2005 return under writer Russel T. Davies. Here are some Doctor Who-related Gwent pictures from the last 21 years.

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
On this day looking back at old photos from across Gwent taken in May 2006
Take a look at some awesome photos from across Gwent in May 2006.

Mon, 11 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Warning issued to football fans ahead of World Cup
Football fans are being warned to watch out for scams ahead of the World Cup.

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:53:00 +0100
Almost half of high-risk mental health patients not properly monitored
Almost half of high-risk mental health patients were not properly monitored according to new figures from the Royal College of Emergency Medicine.

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
More than two thirds of people in Wales rely on harmful coping mechanisms
More than two-thirds of adults in Wales are relying on unhealthy coping mechanisms when they are “stressed, anxious, or low”.

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Camera club members snap beautiful pictures in the good weather
Members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club have been out and about making the most of the great weather we've been having recently.

Mon, 11 May 2026 07:41:24 +0100
LIVE - Heavy traffic building on M4 as morning rush hour approaches
There have been reports of heavy traffic on the M4 Westbound. Follow along for the latest updates.

Mon, 11 May 2026 07:03:21 +0100
Two men charged with murder after crash that killed two teenagers
Two men have been charged with murder following a crash on Aberthaw Road in Newport that left two teenagers dead.

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Nearly 70 jobs at risk as 56-year-old factory faces closure amid move talks
Nearly 70 jobs are at risk after a factory which has been running for 56 years entered a consultation period, two weeks ago

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Convicted drug dealer back behind bars after being caught driving dangerously
Kyle Humphries, aged 28, was caught driving dangerously in Blackwood

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Newport high street boom lifts footfall but shops are still playing catch-up
River Island and TG Jones are among the latest big names to disappear from, or face disappearing from, Welsh high streets

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Gorgeous pub with 70‑seat beer garden and parking on the market for a bargain price
Pub with reported net turnover of £535,000 is listed for sale on Caerphilly Road, Newport

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Blaina, Blackwood and Blaenavon

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
The Newport menopause support group telling women they are not alone
New menopause support group is set to launch in Newport, offering women a safe space to share experiences of perimenopause and menopause

Mon, 11 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Summer lake adventures to return with watersports, crafts and family fun
With Llandegfedd Lake on our doorstep, there are plenty of opportunities for adventure on and off the water this summer

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
'I’d never live here’ - Viral video of Newport traffic sparks new M4 relief road row
Disbelief over traffic congestion in Newport has reignited debate over the need for an M4 relief road

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Questions as Newport city centre steering group hasn't met for almost a year
In the aftermath of the 2009 global recession, Newport’s city centre was hit hard with an abundance of empty shop units, says Michael Enea.

Sun, 10 May 2026 19:28:55 +0100
LIVE - Emergency services swarm street after ‘serious incident’ in flat
Emergency services are at the scene of a serious incident in Newport, this evening, with the residential street currently cordoned off.

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:21:23 +0100
School issues update after emergency evacuation of pupils and reports of smoke
St Joseph’s RC High School will reopen as normal after a power cut and smoke alert led to evacuations at the school and nearby Asda in Duffryn, Newport

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Big change for Newport–London trains as GWR set for public ownership
Rail passengers travelling between Newport and London are set to see a major change later this year

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Stunning dormer bungalow with flexible layout and estuary views on the market
Detached dormer bungalow with far-reaching southerly views and a south-facing garden is now for sale on Penmoel Lane, Woodcroft, Chepstow

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Historic fire engines tied to Wales’ darkest days return after 60 years
Fire engines with historic links to some of Wales’ darkest days have returned home to Merthyr Tydfil and Caerphilly

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Thug pleads guilty to harassing and assaulting woman
Mark Powell, 44, of Attlee Avenue, Abertillery was remanded in custody ahead of sentence

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Many fond memories at a 250-year farm that still shapes life today for generations
Long before coachloads of schoolchildren trundled up the lane, Greenmeadow was simply a farm: fields, outbuildings and a solid stone farmhouse on the edge of what would become Cwmbran

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Man accused of raping woman and sexually assaulting her with wine bottle
Lee Edwards, 43, of The Highway, New Inn, Pontypool has been charged with raping a woman and sexually assaulting her with a wine bottle

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Thriving Newport coffee shop, wine bar and two stylish flats on the market
Coffee shop and wine bar with two apartments has been put on the market for £390,000

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
‘They were terrified’: Newport sanctuary saves pregnant goats
Goats found in a dirty trailer in west Wales are now safe at a Newport sanctuary after an urgent rescue appeal

Sun, 10 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Two key dates as busy major road faces closures for repairs
Key stretch of Cwmbran Drive will undergo roadworks starting this weekend

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Planning a trip this Sunday? The main road closures in Wales might surprise you
No full motorway closures are planned in Gwent this weekend, but overnight disruption is still on the cards

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
I visited Newport’s newest dessert café and these brownies stole the show
I tried out Cakes and Cream—and here’s what I thought

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Five dogs looking for their forever home from Many Tears Rescue
These five furry friends from Many Tears Animal Rescue are all looking for their forever homes

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Six-bedroom 1930s home with vast entertaining space and countryside views for sale
Six-bedroom detached house situated on Chepstow Road, Langstone, Newport, is up for sale with an asking price of £850,000

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
In the Dock – Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Ebbw Vale, Pontypool and Caerphilly

Sun, 10 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Drug dealer sentenced after being caught selling cannabis
Joshua Parfitt, 26, of Henry Morgan Close, Newport pleaded guilty to possession with intent to supply cannabis

Sun, 10 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Why you need to add this stunning European hidden gem to your travel bucket list
With a population over 600,000, Montenegro is described as a "small and beautiful" Europe hidden gem, soaking up between 240 to 270 days of sun each year

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
‘Holiday of a lifetime’ turned into nightmare after family fall ill on Egypt getaway
A Newport family say a £3,000 Loveholidays trip to Egypt left them sick, surrounded by building work and battling for a refund. Loveholidays was asked to comment.

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Man pleads guilty to dangerous driving through his hometown
Corey Morgan, 21, admitted committing the offence in Ebbw Vale last summer

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Inside the arcade becoming a home for creatives, independents and alternative culture
High Street Arcade in Newport is carving out a reputation as a hub for independent businesses, creative talent, and alternative culture.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
This riverside pub has one of the most impressive beer gardens in Gwent
The Hanbury Arms is Caerleon with its impressive beer garden is our Pub of the Week.

Sat, 09 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
He rang the cancer bell – now this Newport dad is sailing solo across the Atlantic
In an emotional ceremony on May 6 36-year-old Basseleg dad Luke Rossiter rang the bell at the Royal Gwent Hospital to mark the end of his chemo treatment for cancer.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Man caught speeding at 60mph in 20mph zone
Sahil Ali, aged 18, was caught speeding at 60mph in 20mph zone on Cardiff Road in Newport

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Abandoned Newport farm could become animal sanctuary and therapy centre
A derelict farm is finding new purpose as a haven for animals and a source of hope for the community, thanks to one woman’s vision to turn rescue into recovery.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
The small Newport café with a huge £7.50 burger and a big community heart
This is arguably one of the best cheesy burgers I’ve ever had, served at a Newport café where customers are treated more like friends than just diners.

Sat, 09 May 2026 04:00:00 +0100
Bluebell havens named among UK’s best - and more stunning Gwent woodlands to explore
Several Gwent woodland spots have been named as some of the best places in the UK to see bluebells, according to The Sunday Times.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Thief caught on CCTV stealing an entire display of Mini Eggs in shoplifting spree
A prolific thief has been jailed after stealing more than £4,000 worth of goods during a three-week shoplifting spree.

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
This vibrant neighbourhood is bursting with food, colour and community spirit
Take a stroll through Newport's urban heart, with great dessert parlours, splashes of colourful graffiti, and plenty of local character, and you’ll find Maindee

Sat, 09 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Man and woman appear in court charged with drugs supply offences
Curtis Lewis, 29, of Comfrey Close, Newport and Hollie Sheen, 35, of Harlequin Drive, Newport are accused of possession with intent to supply class A drugs

Sat, 09 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100
No-swim warning still in place after 'abnormal situation' hits popular beach
People are still being advised not to enter the water at Lydstep Beach

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