A food bank manager has spoken of her gratitude after a wave of support from the community.

Gwent Police release mugshot of Pontypool thug Ieuan Woodyatt

The inquest into the death of a retired former welder has officially opened.

Gareth Evans, aged 30, from Caerphilly was convicted at Newport Crown Court

Residents reported that a stolen car crashed into multiple parked vehicles following a police pursuit in Newport on May 9.

A national coal museum has been named the best free family day out in Wales.

In court from Newport, Abertillery, Caerphilly and Caldicot

See the full list of 26 locations where Costa Coffee plans to open stores inside Cineworld cinemas across the UK.

This year’s M&S Summer Beauty Bag contains full-size items from premium brands including Clinique, Estée Lauder, ICONIC London and Color Wow.

Sian Kelly is lacing up her trainers for the Brecon Carreg Porthcawl 10K in memory of her daughter, Mair.

A gas pipe upgrade project is set to begin on Chepstow Road during the May half term.

More than 70,000 older people could be missing out on financial support because of their partner’s age, according to Independent Age.

Home sales are on the rise as confidence returns to the property market, according to the latest RICS Residential Market Survey.

Raglan Castle has been featured on a new set of special edition stamps.

Callum Waterhouse, 27, from Nelson in Torfaen, has been jailed for 16 years after being found guilty of raping and sexually assaulting two children.

A 50-year-old man was taken to hospital after being hit with a baseball bat and having an unknown substance thrown over him.

Byron Evans, 34, of Banna Park Bungalows, Nantyglo jailed for aggravated vehicle taking and burglary

The family of Corey Wright, 34, who died in a crash near Tredegar, have launched a fundraiser to help with funeral costs.

THESE six criminals have been jailed recently for drug dealing, burglary, and failing to comply with the terms of the sex offenders’ register.

A food bank on Cromwell Road in Newport has been targeted in a burglary, leaving services disrupted.

Nathan Southway, 36, of The Crescent, Nantyglo pleaded guilty to supplying cocaine.

A fire at a local Valleys pub has sparked concern and drawn attention in the community.

A woman who was left in a critical condition after an incident near Bargoed in April is now stable, police have confirmed.

A 17-year-old boy suffered broken ribs and a damaged ankle after a motorbike crash near Chepstow Garden Centre

A coroner has concluded that a baby girl from Pontypool died due to extreme prematurity the day after she was born at the Grange University Hospital in Llanfrechfa.

A major refresh is on the way for a neighbourhood Co-op store.

Defeated Tory Senedd Member offered window cleaning job by senior Reform figure.

A crackdown on abandoned shopping trolleys in Newport should be strengthened to ensure the city’s watercourses do not become blocked and a flood risk, a councillor has warned.

A century-old working men’s club will close its doors for good.

‘There is no leadership challenge” to replace Sir Keir Starmer in Downing Street according to Torfean MP Nick Thomas-Symonds.

A popular pub in Monmouthshire has re-opened under new ownership and they are determined to give people a reason to stay local.

Two lanes of the M4 eastbound were blocked after a crash between junction 24 at Coldra and junction 23A at Magor during Tuesday evening's rush hour.

A South Wales florist has been accepted onto a prestigious American floristry programme.

Gwent Police have seized a vehicle in the Torfaen area after it was reported driving dangerously without insurance.

In court from Newport, Tredegar, Pontypool and Blackwood

An Italian restaurant has cut its hours to survive rising costs and quieter weekdays.

Local vicar Steve Brett has found himself starring in the BBC drama series alongside Gavin and Stacey and The Crown stars

Experts have warned new DWP anti-fraud powers could wrongly flag innocent benefit claimants as the government expands monitoring systems.

A cannabis farm has been dismantled by police following a property search in Glan Y Nant, where more than 140 plants were seized.

Nationwide has cut mortgage rates by up to 0.36%, with its lowest deal now at 4.35%, as members await news on another £100 Fairer Share payment.

An EastEnders villain is expected to return to Albert Square four years after he went to prison, according to reports.

Fraudsters posing as police and bank staff are tricking elderly victims into handing over cards, cash and PINs, with some losing thousands of pounds, TSB has warned.

The UKHSA plans to bring 10 currently isolating individuals to the UK from the UK Overseas Territories of Saint Helena and Ascension Island.

This is a list of the latest planning decisions made in Torfaen between May 4 and 10.

Ella Routledge, who studied at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, is making their mark in the world of touring theatre.

The BBC is bringing back the popular snooker-themed game show Big Break, more than 20 years after it went off the air.

A new pop-up shop will open this week in Cardiff, to mark the return of Welsh band Super Furry Animals.

New research suggests young drivers are not being taught vital safety skills before taking their test, according to the AA Charitable Trust.

Members of the Torfaen Youth Forum were recently interviewed by Belgian journalist Katrien Vanderschoot.

Here are some of our favourite pictures from the South Wales Argus Camera Club.