South Wales Argus
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Pub and nightclub owners voice serious concerns about the policing of city at night
Concerns around safety regarding Newport’s nightlife have been raised by a member of the city’s Pubwatch scheme.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Newport man faces jail after being caught trafficking cocaine in city
Newport man faces jail after being arrested for cocaine and cannabis trafficking offences
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000WATCH: Hero scales building to save cat stuck on roof for 24 hours
A man rescued a cat stuck on a Newport roof for 24 hours after seeing our report, stepping in when locals said they couldn’t get help from services.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Garden centre restaurant can serve alcohol despite complaints from elderly neighbours
Residents of a retirement complex said they feared noise and extra parking.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Squeeze to perform at Utilita Arena on 'most ambitious UK tour'
Squeeze have unveiled plans for their most ambitious UK tour of their 50-plus year career, which will take in a stop at Cardiff's Utilita Arena.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Covid-19 Inquiry report 'provides opportunity to learn from decisions taken'
The Welsh Local Government Association (WLGA) has highlighted the significance of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry Module 2 report.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Four Welsh green spaces named among best in the UK
Welsh green spaces have nearly claimed half of the top spots in a nationwide competition.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Turkish company say Government loan did not affect decision to pull plug on factory
TURKISH firm Ciner say that a £100.5 million loan from the UK Government to help build their glass bottle making factory in Belgium did not influence their decision to pull out of a similar project in Wales.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000In the Dock: Look who’s just been in court
In court from Newport, Abertillery, Cwmbran and Risca
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000NOSTALGIA: Shopping centre that 'transformed' Newport turns 10 years old
The Friars Walk shopping centre is celebrating its 10th anniversary
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000The latest planning applications in Monmouthshire
This is a list of the latest planning applications in Monmouthshire from between November 6 and 13.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:09:00 +0000Tŷ Hafan to double value of every pound spent in their shops this weekend
Gwent bargain hunters on the lookout for eco-friendly and socially conscious Christmas deals this weekend can support a key cause through their local Tŷ Hafan shop.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000The cheapest garages to fill up your car 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, according to petrolprices.com.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000It is important to ensure that we don’t become consumed by anger
Is anger a Christian virtue, a mark of a mature Christian spirituality?
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Super moon: Keep watch for the last one of the year
Earlier this week Comet 3I/ATLAS was beautifully captured as it continues to speed away from the Sun following its closest approach to our star at the end of October.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Winter is on its way: Four snowy pictures of Gwent
Winter is on its way and members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club have been capturing some great snow pictures.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Rock legend Neil Young heads to Wales for first time next summer
Rock legend Neil Young is set to headline a major show in Cardiff next summer.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'I've helped raise awareness of breast cancer' - Ruth Jones MP
During October, we raised awareness for breast cancer - a disease which still affects around 2,700 women in Wales each year, which is equivalent to 52 women every week.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Celtic carnyx and Chinese lion dancing at St Fagans cultural celebration
A Celtic carnyx and Chinese lion dancing were part of a cultural celebration at St Fagans.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Campaign to bring Christmas joy to children in Pontypool
The Salvation Army’s annual Christmas Present Appeal is asking the public to donate new toys and gifts for children who might otherwise go without, including in Pontypool.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000One in six older people forced to choose between 'heating or eating' in winter
A stark new report from the Older People's Commissioner for Wales has revealed the extent of poverty among the elderly, urging immediate action from both Welsh and UK authorities.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Hydrogen partnership powering new progress in clean energy innovation
The University of South Wales is working with energy company Protium to advance hydrogen technology through the Pioneer 1 electrolyser project, based at the USW Hydrogen Centre.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Newport drug and alcohol support centre given licence to test substances
A Newport-based drug and alcohol support centre has been given a licence to test substances.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Record 150 women attend annual business event
A record of around 150 businesswomen and entrepreneurs attended this year's Torfaen Women in Business event.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Beautiful autumn leaves: Pictures from around Gwent
As we move towards winter, the leaves are changing colours and falling from the trees and members of the South Wales Argus Camera Club have been out and about in Gwent taking some fantastic pictures of leaves.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Small businesses are at the heart of their communities
IT WAS brilliant to see some of Newport city centre’s many independent businesses gaining national recognition this week.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000County council wins top award for exceptional animal welfare
Monmouthshire County Council has been honoured with a prestigious award by the RSPCA for its exceptional animal welfare standards.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Cabinet Secretary responds to latest NHS data
The £120 million investment announced in June to support the NHS is making a "positive difference," the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care has said.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000UK Covid-19 Inquiry 'too little, too late' with 'political choices'
The Older People’s Commissioner for Wales has reacted to the latest findings of the UK Covid-19 Inquiry, highlighting severe shortcomings during the pandemic.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Warning after people take shelter in waste bins
People are being warned not to take shelter in waste bins.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Welsh Conservatives to debate 'UK government's failure to deliver for Wales'
The Welsh Conservatives will initiate a Senedd debate on Labour's alleged failures on the day of the Autumn Budget.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Newport residents spend least on broadband in the UK
People in Newport overspend the least on broadband according to new research and analysis from UK broadband comparison site, Broadband Genie.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Welsh Government announces increase to pharmacy funding
The Welsh Government has reached a significant funding agreement for community pharmacies.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000A472 to close overnight for essential maintenance
A stretch of the A472 will be closed overnight for essential maintenance.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000Research shows the top three graduate jobs in Cardiff
New research shows that the share of graduate jobs in Cardiff in October 2025 was three per cent above the average October level recorded from 2019 to 2024.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Care home worker's dedication to her job earns her top award
A care home worker's dedication to her job has earned her a prestigious award.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000'Enchanting' South Wales spot among best places in UK to visit this Christmas
Cardiff has been named among the best places in the UK to visit this Christmas by The Telegraph - here's why.
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 09:00:00 +0000Supermarket shoppers given parking warning as expert says you are doing it wrong
A road safety expert warned shoppers at Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Morrisons and other supermarkets across the UK that they are parking "all wrong”
Sat, 22 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000The full list of DWP benefits and discounts millions of pensioners are missing out on
As the budget looms and there's a focus on the triple lock and pensions, these are the DWP benefits for people over State Pension age, plus some that start at 60
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:38:23 +0000Mystery surrounds reason why this homeless man set fire to Newport Market
Mystery surrounds reason why this homeless man set fire to Newport Market
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +000020mph speed limits on 20 roads in this county will be dropped in major shake-up
Speed limits could be returned to 30mph on 20 roads across Caerphilly County Borough.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:32:22 +0000Husband and wife used false documents to apply for driving licences
Zimbabwean husband and wife living in Newport used false documents to apply for UK driving licences
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:02:58 +0000Man found dead in home in this Gwent town
Gwent Police and paramedics attended a property after a man was found unresponsive.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Paedophile caught reoffending told police: ‘I just don’t care’
Caerphilly paedophile caught reoffending during a suspended prison sentence told a police officer, 'I just don’t care' when he was asked why he had done it.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:00:00 +0000Man to pay £3,200 for failing to remove soil and freight container from his land
Magor man ordered to pay more than £3,200 for failing to remove soil, 'extraneous materials' and a freight container from his land
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000WATCH: Footage shows extensive flooding damage inside town Waitrose
Waitrose in Monmouth remains closed after severe flooding caused major damage during Storm Claudia. All staff are safe as recovery work continues.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000Stunning festive home is keeping Father Christmas’ legacy shining
Meet the Bettws family. Their deeply sentimental story for the festive season started more than four decades ago as a simple act of joy, now grown into a community tradition based in love, memory, and the enduring power of Christmas spirit.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Town by town parking reviews to be held after 'expensive' county wide study
Town by town parking reviews to be held after thousands spent on county wide study.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Everything you need to know about Newport Winter Wonderland
Fair play — it doesn’t get more Christmassy than Winter Wonderland.
Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Driver performed dangerous U-turn and drove the wrong way along motorway
A driver who performed a U-turn on the M48 and travelled the wrong way towards Magor services has been jailed and banned from driving until 2035.