South Wales Argus
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000A look back at Newport County's excitement and aftermath of 2006 FA Cup clash
Twenty years ago, Newport County were looking forward to a windfall as their FA Cup clash with Swansea City could have landed them £100,000.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000Wales older people's commissioner says budget offers hope but not enough action
This week we saw the first UK Government budget since Andy Burnham became Prime Minister, which promised to create 'breathing space' for households..
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000A look back at a Black History Month celebration in Newport 20 years ago
20 years ago, the South Wales Argus reported on an event in Newport as Gwent youths celebrated Black History Month by DJing and rapping at an event in Newport.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:01:00 +0000A third of Welsh teenagers worry about the future and how they look
A third of teenagers in Wales are worried about the future and how they look according to a new NSPCC study.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Sunny weekend forecast for Newport as temperatures reach 15°C on Friday
The Met Office has forecast a sunny weekend for Newport, with temperatures reaching 13°C.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:35:00 +0000Hundreds gather as armed police with riot shields move onto residential estate
An overnight disturbance sparked a huge police response in the Lansbury Park area of Caerphilly
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:37:07 +0000Crash brings M4 traffic to a crawl as drivers face delays of nearly an hour
A crash on the M4 eastbound has caused severe delays and long queues during morning rush hour.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 07:13:26 +000044-minute delays across the M4 as all lanes reopen following crash - live
A crash has sparked long delays and lane closures on the M4 eastbound. Follow along for the latest updates.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000In The Dock - Look who's had their cases heard in court recently
A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran, Chepstow, Pontypool, and Cwm.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:10:00 +0000Mystery fire engines presence in town explained after unusual rescue
Firefighters rescued people trapped in a lift in Ebbw Vale after an emergency call on Tuesday afternoon.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:01:00 +0000Man branded 'dangerous offender' after chasing 15-year-old boy with knife
Matthew Richards, 47, of Caerphilly, admitted aggravated burglary after he kicked his way into a home and chased a teenage boy with knife.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:57:00 +0000'My children can't stay with me' says Newport dad whose home is plagued by leaks
Newport father says suspected mould and water damage forced children from home after a ceiling collapsed. Housing association Hedyn says repairs are planned.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:44:00 +0000MP calls for reform of unfit to plead law after Sophie Brimble case
Monmouthshire MP Catherine Fookes calls in Westminster for reform of the 1836 unfit to plead law after Sophie Brimble’s death, as victims demand justice.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 04:33:00 +0000Blaenau Gwent councillors back call for televised climate emergency briefing
Blaenau Gwent councillors unanimously back calls for Prime Minister Andy Brougham to hold a televised climate emergency briefing on October 28.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:45:00 +0000Awards to community groups put forward by councillors connected to them approved
The awards had to be approved as groups were put forward by councillors linked to them.
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 03:32:00 +0000Welsh Government declines to back inquiry into industrial dumping grounds
Welsh Government declines public inquiry into chemical dumping at Caerphilly’s Ty Llwyd quarry, despite councillors’ pollution concerns over other sites.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +000012% of crimes solved, 14 officers suspended - ex-officer questions if that is success
A former senior Gwent Police officer has questioned the force’s crime-solving rates, officer suspensions and supervision.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Hotel worker gets some disputed wages but says money is still owed
Cwrt Bleddyn Hotel in Usk pays former worker part of disputed wages as employment tribunal claim continues amid staff concerns and £2m refurb.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:05:53 +0000Poundland teeters on brink of administration as 12,000 jobs and 600 stores at risk
Poundland is on the brink of administration, putting around 12,000 jobs at risk as the future of two stores in Newport remains uncertain
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Councillor attendance at meetings falls - how many was your councillor present for?
The number of meetings councillors attended during 2025/26 reduced in Torfaen.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Police stop 30 drivers in crackdown after residents say ‘enough is enough’
Gwent Police stop 30 drivers in Gaer, Newport, after speeding complaints, with targeted patrols and enforcement planned across the city’s 20mph zones.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Family demands Gwent Police officer's dismissal after boy, 11, allegedly assaulted
Family of an 11-year-old boy allegedly assaulted by a Gwent Police officer in Nantyglo launches petition demanding his dismissal.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Large crowds could threaten 210-year-old bridge as council announces closure
Large crowds could threaten a historical bridge, warns Monmouthshire County Council.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000In The Dock - Look who's had their cases heard in court recently
A round-up of recent cases heard before magistrates involving defendants from Newport, Cwmbran, Pontypool and Tredegar.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Primary pupils take over Senedd chamber to debate and vote
Torfaen Junior Forum pupils from three primary schools visited the Senedd, meeting Welsh MSs, exploring democracy and debating in Cardiff Bay’s chamber.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000Road crashes reportedly surge 73% after one simple change catches drivers out
Evening rush-hour collisions in Gwent rise 73.1% after the clocks change, with Wales up 38.2%. Drivers are urged to check lights and prepare.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Food businesses in one area have lowest hygiene ratings in Wales
Blaenau Gwent has Wales' highest share of low-rated food businesses, new Food Standards Agency data analysed by Cairn shows, despite improvement.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000'He's only 11' - readers divided over Gwent Police officer accused of assault
Readers are divided over an alleged Gwent Police assault involving an 11-year-old on a Sur-Ron bike in Nantyglo on October 22; complaint under review.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:55:53 +0000'Absolute mess' - Farmer returns home to find car upside down in her yard
Significant damage was caused to wooden fencing and a stone retaining wall at a property near Rhayader after a car flipped in the yard.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Popular 10k set to return in 2027 to raise funds for hospice care
Pontypool 10k Home Run returns on February 14, 2027, in Pontypool Park, raising funds for St David’s Hospice Care, with a 2k family fun run.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:08:30 +0000Nutritionist shares 5 simple tips to avoid getting a cold or flu in winter
A nutritionist has shared five simple tips you can do every day to avoid getting a cold or flu this winter.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:07:13 +0000Starbucks brings back Red Cups – and launches a festive first for Christmas 2026
Starbucks UK unveils its 2026 Christmas menu, with Red Cups, a Holiday Cold Cup, new peppermint drinks and festive food. See the full menu and prices.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Cllr Kevin Etheridge backs Blackwood respect orders and calls for wardens
I welcome these respect orders, which come into place in our town centres to reduce anti-social problems. Over the years in Blackwood, we have had several dispersal orders.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Torfaen charity receives £50,000 boost to tackle poverty and loneliness
A charity in Torfaen has received a £50,000 funding boost to support its work in improving lives.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Former Wales rugby star Jamie Roberts shares hard work message in Abergavenny
Former international rugby player and now doctor, Jamie Roberts, tells Abergavenny crowd: "You can’t skip hard work."
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Transport for Wales finance chief wins inaugural ACCA UK Finance Impact Award
A finance leader at Transport for Wales has been recognised with a prestigious industry award.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Cyber security is National Library of Wales' 'number one' risk
Cyber security is 'number one' on the National Library of Wales' risk register, says its chief executive.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Newport timber engineering firm rebrands as part of wider national network
A Newport-based firm has rebranded following the recent acquisition of a fellow timber-based engineering company.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Tredegar baker named Best Caterer at South East Wales Business Awards
A Tredegar woman is celebrating her success after being named Best Caterer at an awards ceremony less than a year after starting the venture.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Mother sets up Blaenavon support group after son Duane was murdered
A mother whose son was murdered in Blaenavon has set up a community group to support others in need.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000South Wales pub seeks funds to reopen after sewage plant forces closure
A Welsh pub is raising funds to reopen after closing in September due to an inadequate sewage treatment plant.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Wales receives just three per cent of £14bn rail funding pledge
A £14bn UK Government pledge to improve rail infrastructure in Wales has yet to materialise, with just three per cent being allocated.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000270 Newport pupils to bring Chartist heritage to life in schools showcase
Hundreds of pupils will take centre stage in a showcase celebrating Newport’s Chartist heritage.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Here's how you can help vulnerable children in part of Gwent this Christmas
A Christmas campaign is returning to help make the season brighter for children in need in Monmouthshire.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000National Express to trial daily coach stop in Monmouthshire after campaign
Long-distance coach travel is returning to Monmouthshire - with an opportunity to make it permanent.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 23:30:00 +0000Blackwood to lose Big Welsh Festival as council targets litter with savings
Blackwood Town Council will remove the Big Welsh Festival from its 2028 events programme, redirecting funds to litter, weeds and town centre improvements.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 19:14:00 +0000Here's when you can watch a comedy based in Newport on the BBC
A new comedy drama set in Newport is going to debut on BBC iPlayer this week before its BBC Wales airing in November.
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000Footballer dad told to ‘say goodbye’ after shock diagnosis
But Mike Fowler said he had taken inspiration from his 13-year-old son Noah who is doing something very special in response to his dad's battle
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000Labour criticised over £135m road scheme it cancelled in 2019
This is the first time I rise in this Chamber having to admit that I'm in awe of the Labour Party - for the barefaced cheek it takes to bring this motion to the floor of the Senedd, having cancelled the previous scheme in 2019. Let us not forget that...
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 04:00:00 +0000Six striking Gwent pictures feature a deer, robin, rainbow and waterside views
A deer, a robin and a rainbow feature in six pictures by the South Wales Argus Camera Club, taken across Gwent.